Home Studio Setup
- Author: Harris, Ben
Home Studio Setup
- Author: Harris, Ben
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About
Whether you have a ton of equipment or just the basic gear, this book offers details on all you need to know about getting great sound from a project studio. In three parts, Harris walks you through acoustics, equipment, and recording techniques. Including the basics of acoustic treatment and techniques to solve problems specific to your room, Home Studio Setup offers explanations and information on equipment, how to record, and how to create a great mix. In no time, this valuable resource will have you recording and producing great music in your very own studio.
Contents
- Acoustics
- Chapter 1: Acoustics Basics
- Fundamentals of Acoustics
- The two types of acoustic treatment
- Chapter 2: Planning
- Programming
- Making the most out of your room
- Chapter 3: Construction
- Basic construction tips and tricks
- Common Problems and Solutions
- Equipment
- Chapter 4: Computers and Recorders
- DAW programs
- Plug-ins
- Software Synths and Samplers
- Chapter 5: The Front End
- Microphones
- Microphone Preamps
- Outboard Compressors and Equalizers
- Analog to Digital Conversion
- Chapter 6: Control and Monitoring
- Mixing Consoles
- Control Surfaces
- Studio Monitors
- Chapter 7: Equipment of the project studio
- Furniture, Decor, and Ergonomics
- Purchasing Suggestions
- Recording Techniques
- Chapter 8: Fundamentals
- Basics of Sound
- Analog and Digital Recording
- MIDI
- Signal Flow and Routing
- Chapter 9: Tools
- Microphones
- Compression
- Equalization
- Time-Based Effects
- Chapter 10: Bringing It All Together
- Mixing
- Mastering
