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Simply by attaching it your mic stand, you can precisely position your iPad exactly where you want it. Ideally you probably want your workstation to look a little more professional if at all possible. Previously in Chapter 3, I showed you everything you need to know to put together an amazing acoustic treatment plan on virtually any budget. But if at all possible, it’s best to use a room with great natural acoustics, as it will be less work for you later. Pro studios have them, but only because they spent tons of cash to DESIGN them. You on the other hand, will most likely need to compromise.
Don’t forget to measure your space and set a budget before you get started. With some creativity and an Ikea desk, you can design the perfect studio workspace. Looking for more DIY studio design hacks to build and customize the home music studio setup of your dreams, or have some genius DIY hacks of your own?
The Vocal EQ Chart (Vocal Frequency Ranges + EQ Tips)
Another good tip is to choose a room that’s not too perfect in shape. This can be a bit tough to accommodate, but hear me out. Perfectly square or rectangular rooms are a nightmare when it comes to reverberation. Irregular shapes, such as an alcove or awkward closet, can diffuse some of those reflections and provide you with a more accurate sound.
I don’t recommend investing in a ribbon mic just yet. As the name would suggest, they have a ribbon that’s used to pick up sound. MIDI controllers let you have a world of instruments right on your computer.
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Also side note, is that a bottle of hot sauce on the table? If you're looking to invest in a custom desk or even DIY it, here are full instructions on how to build this. Lot's of saturated lighting from Andi Ziller in Germany. The Abby Road studios makes me want to sink into that couch with some friends and stay up all night making music. Wood, brick and a bright red ascent wall plays nicely with a retro leather couch. Ultimate Bedroom DJ. Turntables, mixer, cd's and other various audio equipment with of course...the record collection - by Mike Ungewitter.
Another Ableton workspace that looks like a man-cave. Not much in the way of aesthetics, but creative and simple none-the-less. Any idea what monitors are featured in the first image? I’m not sure if this desk is homemade or not but I dig it regardless. Dual rack units with the ply across the top make for a sturdy and well-purposed platform. Who would’ve thought you would ever be installing a toilet roll holder in your studio?
Studio MonitorsNeutral Audio for Mixing
Despite all the colorful lights, this studio looks more like an art gallery than a home studio. Overly bright LED lights, an epic multi-screen background and this studio has some serious Miami Vice vibes. A great functional space that is very much elevated by the cool, blue light. Not only is LED lighting beautiful and exciting, but it's practical. That means less heat, more light, and lower cost. A self-coined 'drum and bass jungle' this basement studio is clean and aesthetically beautiful, looking like a gentleman's man cave.
A simpler option is to use a desk riser, which folds down flat onto your existing desk surface but can be raised in height to enable you to stand up while working. Some models feature dedicated keyboard shelves, which means more space for monitors or other desk peripherals too. For DAW users, particularly those with large monitors, the endless scrolling and cursor-movements can become annoying. We’ve had great results by changing the way we interface with our machine. This is particularly useful for anyone with a small desk space, and we’ve always found them to be ultra-precise and comfortable to use.
Small-Space Home Studios
It is very popular amongst the people who use it and is growing in users. You should try different music recording software to find out what is best for you. Discover Pinterest’s 10 best ideas and inspiration for Home Recording Studio. Speaking of inspiration, imagine spending your days mixing on the 27th floor in Shanghai, China. Your studio doesn't have to be super fancy in every single way.
This feels like a rustic cabin to me , but is one of our favourite bedroom recording studio ideas . The Doepfer Dark Time and MS-20 combo makes me want to lock the door and pull up a chair immediately. I’m really vibing this new wave of consumer desks with perfect rack spacing in recent studio setups. Even if you have some studio monitors, you need a good pair of cans. Professional-quality headphones can serve multiple purposes. Not only can they be used for mixing your music to perfection, but they’re also needed for recording.
But keep in mind that hardware is not necessary in order to create the highest quality music imagine-able. And we teach you exactly how to conquer advanced music production in the Hyperbits Masterclass. As a bare bones setup, this home studio design is off to an incredible start.
I guess those long sessions editing could warrant something like this, but that’s something we’ll leave for another article (or not…). The Ikea GRUNDTAL is as simple as they come in the DIY world. Screw it to the underside of your table, hang your headphones on it – this isn’t rocket surgery, people. And for most of that time, you’re wearing headphones.
Obviously, you might not have a ton of control when it comes to room size and layout. Unless you want to go all-in and perform some major renovations, you’re probably limited to some spare bedrooms in your home. That said, there are some guidelines you can follow to choose a reliable space. This setup is a home studio and gaming room all in one. The lighting also gives this setup a very mellow vibe. Simple setup that takes advantage of a pair of rack units to keep everything organized.
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