Music Production Suite for Beginners – On a Budget

To be involved in music production is a daunting task,  and the choices involved will cost a fortune. The first thing to worry about is the gear you will be picking. So this will determine the budget. For this tutorial we will go over a  recording kit for a solo artist.  In my home I use the Apex 435B, I think this is perfect for vocal recordings,  if you have a filter or a soundproof room it makes it the better.  Opting for the USB input mic is not an option if you need high fidelity, so I use the Scarlet i2 interface, it has 2 XLR Inputs. It can cost between $149-240.  If you have interest in doing MIDI work, I would recommend the Akai mini pad controller for only the reason that it is great for beginners and it’s portable. It is $129. Read More →