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Old 12.12.2005, 12:01 PM
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Default Semi Pro studio set up (what equipment do you need?)

Guys I was just wondering whether we could list the necessary equipment that is fundementally needed in order to make decent sounding tracks. You dont have to list specific makes and models (this might just confuse the issue at this stage)....nope....this is more of a sort of run down for people like me - a noobi producer who wants to get a general overview of what is needed. I'll start this list off....and perhaps you guys could add to it:

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Computer (Audio PC, PC or MAC)
Audio sequencing software (Cubase etc)
Audio + midi interface (soundcard)

Mixers

General purpose analog or digital mixer

Speakers

Dedicated monitor speakers

Instruments

Synths, drums, guitars etc

Outboard

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Old 12.12.2005, 12:57 PM
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how about a good mic for general purpose recording? guitar,vocal,amp...
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Old 12.12.2005, 01:17 PM
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A lava lamp, and one of those new ergonomic 'office chairs'.
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Depends so much on what you're doing, if you're recording instruments other than synths then a good ROOM becomes crucial.

Also, a DOG and a FEMALE ASSISTANT are required.
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A simple answer; Monkeys.

Monkeys are great for teaching how to patch up things - Need a new sound on your modular, no problem; dont reach that audiocable.. No problem! Monkeys are the answer to everything and everyone..

When i become the Swedish President 2006 i'll change the law requiring people to get monkeys
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A simple answer; Monkeys.

Monkeys are great for teaching how to patch up things - Need a new sound on your modular, no problem; dont reach that audiocable.. No problem! Monkeys are the answer to everything and everyone..

When i become the Swedish President 2006 i'll change the law requiring people to get monkeys
I'd vote for you!
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Hardware Sampler, many of the old Akai units go quite cheap second hand these days and still do the necessary job. Cost effective and totally versatile, especially with the amount of free samples found on the web, from drum loops, synth hits to vocal bytes and more.
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Monkeys: http://www.christopherleestreet.com/...keys_dance.swf
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Yup monkeys are a definite all right, but not just any monkey will do. A Chimp will give the most feedback in a studio situation.
Shaving the monkey will also help if you can't find a female assistant by the way.

Seriously though DS. This is a really open ended kind of question and it not only varies a lot depending what sort of music you do, but also what sort of budget you have.
Too hard to answer in a general sort of way.
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