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Post by SHRED FAN on Dec 11, 2008 7:20:20 GMT -5
So I figured I wanna do some recording stuff but I'm a total nOOb. Basically all I want is to make some tracks using my computer.
Do any of you out there have any tips on what products to aim for, or avoid?
Also, as I'm on a rather low income, I can't break the bank too much...
Cheers
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Post by Tungus on Dec 21, 2008 2:48:31 GMT -5
Decent sound card is a good start. Then download Adobe Audition. Then goto runasdate.com and set the .exe file to it. Set the date to the day after you downloaded the program. ....tada...free recording software that doesnt suck. Takes a lil getting use to but is well worth the effort in cracking it.
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Post by SHRED FAN on Dec 22, 2008 0:51:49 GMT -5
\m/ Ill try that out when i get net again... I hate internet cafes
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axl
Still Wears Diapers
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Post by axl on Mar 8, 2009 12:17:27 GMT -5
Cakewalk Music Creator 4 is pretty good, I used MC 3 and then 4 before upgrading to Sonar (which is significantly more expensive). It's only 35 bucks last time I checked, at least for the download. It might be a little more at a store like Staples. Also, definitely take Tungus's advice and get an aftermarket soundcard...the stock Realtek ones that come with your comp are good for a while, but they crap out quickly and don't sound as good as a good one. That might cost you a little more though.
Honestly though, dude, I wouldn't waste your time recording demos and such until you have some money, decent equipment, and decent recording skills....don't make the same mistake I did. I started handing out demos and EPs I recorded using my home PC, stock soundcard, and MC3, and I look back now and they sound like total shit (doesn't help I wasn't the greatest musician then either). I'm almost embarrased, because I'm so much more advanced now....I'm afraid someday those crappy demos are going to resurface and people are going to totally laugh at me.
Wait until you have the money to get some decent shit, basically.
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Post by SHRED FAN on Mar 9, 2009 2:53:50 GMT -5
Wait until you have the money to get some decent shit, basically. One day...
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axl
Still Wears Diapers
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Post by axl on Mar 9, 2009 11:33:51 GMT -5
Yea, that's what I tell myself. I'm actually close though....getting a nice tax return and plenty of income as of late, despite the recession
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Post by SHRED FAN on Mar 9, 2009 19:00:04 GMT -5
Cant wait for the Aussie stimulus package... $900 to invest back into the economy \m/
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