Life is absolutely boring without music. That’s a statement expressed in so many variations. This is why musicians keep finding a way to express what they feel. They want to keep life meaningful and colorful
Many musicians have come and go, and many more of them are still around today, making songs and albums. If you have ever closed your eyes and daydreamed about singing on a stage in front of thousands of people, maybe the time has come to turn that into reality.
Obviously, you’re going to need to write songs, and we know of a way in which you can do that right at home. All you need is the right equipment and room designs that boost inspiration.
Music Room Design Ideas
Before you start bringing in all your equipment, it may help to set your room up first. It would be rather difficult to design it with all the musical instruments lying around. Here are some basic things you can do to improve the design of your music room.
Soundproofing
The first thing you need to do is to soundproof the recording room. There are plenty of rooms that you can use to achieve this, but it also pays that you read a few instructions and guidelines on how to soundproof a room first. This will guarantee that the area’s acoustics is perfect for recording and no external sound gets mixed up with the record.
Memorabilia
It will also boost your passion and inspiration when you hang posters or other music-related stuff on your walls. Memorabilia signed by famous musical artists is one of the most commonly used design ideas for recording studios. It’s also a great investment if you have a collection of items like these.
Lighting
Another thing that will dramatically affect the ambiance of your music room is the lighting. Sunlight from an open window or too bright lights can cause glare and ruin your artistic expression while you record. Using dim lights that still provide enough visibility is always a good option.
Essential Recording Studio Equipment
Building your own recording studio at home may seem overwhelming at first, but if you actually look closer to the essentials, it’s not as difficult as you thought it to be. In fact, some of the essential equipment you need may already be present.
Computer/Laptop
The first thing you will need is a computer or a laptop. If you already have one, then that’s great! If you don’t, you can always buy one. You just have to make sure that it’s fast enough to run some of the best music production software you will need to edit and produce your music.
Audio Interface
The next essential piece of equipment for recording studios is an audio interface. Its primary function is to connect your microphone, headset, and speakers to your laptop, but even lower quality versions of this will have features where you can adjust or mix the details of the sound you’re recording.
Microphone
You can’t possibly record efficiently without a microphone. Don’t worry. There are plenty of entry-level and affordable microphones out there that are great for beginners. Just make sure that you also include a mic stand and pop filters to maximize the quality of your recording.
Headphones
You also want to hear what you’re currently recording and the finished draft of it. It’s always a great idea to invest in cheap but quality headphones. This will help you monitor the sound as you record it and notice the track’s details during the editing process.
Monitor
Although most home recording studios only use headphones during the editing and mixing process, using monitor speakers will always prove more efficient. Having the sound boosted will provide you with a more intricate perspective on the music’s details and edit it more effectively.
Cables
Don’t forget to include cables on your shopping list. Basically, you only need an XLR cable to connect your mic to the audio interface and another cable type for your speakers. If you’re going to use more equipment, it pays to conduct a little research on the types of cables used in recording to make sure you don’t waste your hard-earned money.
Always remember that making music is all about artistic expression. Absolutely, we can’t hide the fact that high-end equipment will also produce better sound quality, but the artistic quality will always depend on you. Sometimes, just the basic recording equipment you can use at home is enough to produce the best music.
We wish you luck on your endeavors, and we hope that the next time we open our music streaming applications, it’s your song we’re listening to.
