{"id":12773,"date":"2023-03-12T16:18:13","date_gmt":"2023-03-12T16:18:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/?p=12773"},"modified":"2023-06-06T19:08:53","modified_gmt":"2023-06-06T18:08:53","slug":"ultimate-dream-studio","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/ultimate-dream-studio","title":{"rendered":"I Designed The Ultimate Dream Studio: Money&#8217;s No Object!"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:56.25%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:64.285714285714%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:64.285714285714%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:53.285714285714%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}<\/style><style>.kb-row-layout-id_a63f44-e1 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id_a63f44-e1 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id_a63f44-e1 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);max-width:var(--wp--style--global--content-size);padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:20px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id_a63f44-e1 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id_a63f44-e1 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id_a63f44-e1 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id_a63f44-e1 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top kb-theme-content-width\">\n<style>.kadence-column_2af7e6-85 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 0px 14px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-left:8px solid #626b7a;}.kadence-column_2af7e6-85 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_2af7e6-85 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_2af7e6-85 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_2af7e6-85 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_2af7e6-85 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_2af7e6-85 > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:var(--global-palette8, #F7FAFC);}.kadence-column_2af7e6-85 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_2af7e6-85{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_2af7e6-85 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-left:8px solid #626b7a;flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_2af7e6-85 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-left:8px solid #626b7a;flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column_2af7e6-85 inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id_e8cd85-a3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id_e8cd85-a3 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id_e8cd85-a3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(20.1% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2))) minmax(0, calc(79.9% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)));}.kb-row-layout-id_e8cd85-a3{background-color:#fafafa;}.kb-row-layout-id_e8cd85-a3 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id_e8cd85-a3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id_e8cd85-a3 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id_e8cd85-a3 alignnone kt-row-has-bg wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-right-golden kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column_28ef11-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col{display:flex;}.kadence-column_28ef11-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_28ef11-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_28ef11-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_28ef11-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column_28ef11-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kt-row-column-wrap > .kadence-column_28ef11-dd{align-self:center;}.kt-inner-column-height-full:not(.kt-has-1-columns) > .wp-block-kadence-column.kadence-column_28ef11-dd{align-self:auto;}.kt-inner-column-height-full:not(.kt-has-1-columns) > .wp-block-kadence-column.kadence-column_28ef11-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column_28ef11-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_28ef11-dd{text-align:center;}.kadence-column_28ef11-dd{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_28ef11-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_28ef11-dd > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column_28ef11-dd inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_42fe87-3c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_42fe87-3c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_42fe87-3c\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;color:#626b7a;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_42fe87-3c mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_42fe87-3c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_42fe87-3c\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_42fe87-3c, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_42fe87-3c[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_42fe87-3c\"]{margin-bottom:-30px;}}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading_42fe87-3c wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_42fe87-3c\"><strong>KEY TAKEAWAYS:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column_d40517-fa > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:10px;}.kadence-column_d40517-fa > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_d40517-fa > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_d40517-fa > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_d40517-fa > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_d40517-fa > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_d40517-fa > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_d40517-fa{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_d40517-fa > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_d40517-fa > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column_d40517-fa inner-column-2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p><strong><strong>When designing a dream studio, some crucial factors are location, design style, and what kind of audio equipment you would invest in. Even though most people (including myself) will never have the funds to design and build their ultimate dream studio, there&rsquo;s nothing wrong with entertaining the thought.<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Designing A Dream Studio<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Imagine if you had an unlimited budget to design your dream recording studio. What kind of gear would you invest in?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You never know when a long-lost relative will leave you a fortune in their will, so you must think about these things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through recording and producing music for about ten years, I have had plenty of time to think about what my dream studio might look like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, I will show you how I would design my dream studio if money were no object!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"I Designed The Ultimate Dream Studio\" class=\"wp-image-13075\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-960x540.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-1200x675.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"eager\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201024%20576'%3E%3Crect%20width='1024'%20height='576'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"I Designed The Ultimate Dream Studio\" class=\"wp-image-13075 eager-load\" sizes=\"(max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 720px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-1024x576.jpg.webp\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-1024x576.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-300x169.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-768x432.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-728x410.jpg.webp 728w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-480x270.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-320x180.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-960x540.jpg.webp 960w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-1080x608.jpg.webp 1080w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio-1200x675.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/I-Designed-The-Ultimate-Dream-Studio.jpg.webp 1280w\" data-svg=\"1\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Location<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Location is the first thing to consider when building a dream studio with no budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I decided to convert an old mansion in upstate New York for my studio. Think of the estate in Stanley Kubrick&rsquo;s Eyes Wide Shut but less culty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some other close contenders for my studio location were a private island, the top of a mountain, or a yacht that I would turn into a floating studio.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>My current choice seemed the most practical.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Design Specs<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&rsquo;s dive into the design specs of my New York mansion studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I plan to convert an entire mansion wing for studio purposes and have one&nbsp;<strong>main recording<\/strong>\/<strong>control room<\/strong>&nbsp;with several other&nbsp;<strong>auxiliary studios<\/strong>&nbsp;in different rooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tracking Room<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>My&nbsp;<strong>main tracking room<\/strong>&nbsp;is in my mansion&rsquo;s former library or ballroom. Something big enough to host anything from a<strong>&nbsp;four-piece band<\/strong>&nbsp;to a&nbsp;<strong>sizable orchestra<\/strong>. My goal would be to keep as much of the original look from the former room as possible.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because my space would have very high ceilings, I would suspend some&nbsp;<strong>acoustic treatment&nbsp;<\/strong>with&nbsp;<strong>adjustable height<\/strong>. This would make it so I can&nbsp;<strong>change the acoustics<\/strong>&nbsp;of my room depending on the project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also want several&nbsp;<strong>smaller booths<\/strong>&nbsp;to host&nbsp;<strong>vocal tracking sessions<\/strong>&nbsp;or&nbsp;<strong>solo musicians<\/strong>&nbsp;within my tracking room.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Turning a room like this into a studio would require sufficient&nbsp;<strong>acoustic treatment<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>modifications<\/strong>&nbsp;to the space, but it would be worth it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Control Room<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I would build my control room in a bird&rsquo;s nest suspended over my tracking room on either side of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because this is a space where I spend many hours&nbsp;<strong>composing<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>producing<\/strong>, and<strong>&nbsp;running sessions<\/strong>, I want it to be very<strong>&nbsp;comfortable<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>inviting<\/strong>. It would also need to be spacious enough to host other musicians and collaborators.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Why-Do-Mixing-Engineers-Use-Pro-Tools.jpg\" alt=\"Control room\" class=\"wp-image-10499\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Why-Do-Mixing-Engineers-Use-Pro-Tools.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Why-Do-Mixing-Engineers-Use-Pro-Tools-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Why-Do-Mixing-Engineers-Use-Pro-Tools.jpg.webp\" alt=\"Control room\" class=\"wp-image-10499 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Why-Do-Mixing-Engineers-Use-Pro-Tools.jpg.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Why-Do-Mixing-Engineers-Use-Pro-Tools-300x193.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Why-Do-Mixing-Engineers-Use-Pro-Tools.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>For the&nbsp;<strong>aesthetic style<\/strong>&nbsp;of my control room, I would rely on the old gothic look of the mansion itself.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It would not be cheap to build a control room such as this one, but with no budget, the sky&rsquo;s the limit!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Gear<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that we have established our studio location and basic layout, let&rsquo;s dive into the gear that will inhabit it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Console\/Mixer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong>console<\/strong>&nbsp;is the<strong>&nbsp;brain<\/strong>&nbsp;of any good studio, and I would not cut any corners for my dream studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For my studio console, I would go with the legendary&nbsp;<strong>NEVE Montserrat<\/strong>. Only three of these consoles were made, and they are a staple for recording many of the greatest hits of all time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are just a few artists who have recorded records using this console:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>The Police<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Paul McCartney<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Guns N&rsquo; Roses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Rolling Stones<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ringo Starr<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>U2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rush<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Am I right in a world with no budget restraints, go big or go home?<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id_ed473e-be > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id_ed473e-be > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id_ed473e-be > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);max-width:var(--wp--style--global--content-size);padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:40px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id_ed473e-be > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id_ed473e-be > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id_ed473e-be > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id_ed473e-be alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top kb-theme-content-width\">\n<style>.kadence-column_829e67-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 0px 14px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-left:8px solid #626b7a;}.kadence-column_829e67-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_829e67-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_829e67-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_829e67-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_829e67-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_829e67-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:var(--global-palette8, #F7FAFC);}.kadence-column_829e67-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_829e67-76{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_829e67-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-left:8px solid #626b7a;flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_829e67-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-left:8px solid #626b7a;flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column_829e67-76 inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id_5a1fcc-b5 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id_5a1fcc-b5 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id_5a1fcc-b5 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(20.1% - 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An audio interface is usually the way that most producers record music. Please read our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/audio-interface-professional-studios-use\">what audio interfaces professionals use<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Computer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although I would try to record&nbsp;<strong>out-of-the-box<\/strong>&nbsp;primarily using my NEVE console, I would probably still have some&nbsp;<strong>hybrid setup<\/strong>. Therefore, I would still need a computer.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/apple-computer.jpg\" alt=\"apple computer\" class=\"wp-image-5411\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/apple-computer.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/apple-computer-300x193.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/apple-computer.jpg.webp\" alt=\"apple computer\" class=\"wp-image-5411 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/apple-computer.jpg.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/apple-computer-300x193.jpg.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/08\/apple-computer.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>For my computer, I would go with a&nbsp;<strong>supercharged&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/6cqg0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Apple Mac Studio<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are some specs that I would shoot for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Apple M1 Ultra<\/strong>&nbsp;Chip with&nbsp;<strong>20-core CPU<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>48-core GPU<\/strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>32-core Neural Engine<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>64GB&nbsp;<strong>RAM (Random Access Memory)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>1-2TB<\/strong>&nbsp;storage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Plenty of<strong>&nbsp;ports<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>I have always loved Apple&rsquo;s&nbsp;<strong>operating system so that<\/strong> I would stick with this brand even in my dream studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>DAW<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I see no need to change from my current setup for my DAW.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I recommend using&nbsp;<strong>REAPER<\/strong>&nbsp;because it is a great music production software. It has all the tools and flexibility you need to do anything in recording and music production.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"373\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Showing-REAPER-In-A-Different-Theme.png\" alt=\"REAPER session\" class=\"wp-image-12258\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Showing-REAPER-In-A-Different-Theme.png 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Showing-REAPER-In-A-Different-Theme-300x160.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"373\" src=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Showing-REAPER-In-A-Different-Theme.png.webp\" alt=\"REAPER session\" class=\"wp-image-12258 lazyload\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Showing-REAPER-In-A-Different-Theme.png.webp 700w, https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Showing-REAPER-In-A-Different-Theme-300x160.png.webp 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/Showing-REAPER-In-A-Different-Theme.png\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Because budget would be no issue, I would have access to most DAWs in my studio, such as&nbsp;<strong>ProTools<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Logic Pro<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Ableton<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>Cubase<\/strong>, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even with unlimited funds, REAPER would still be my DAW of choice.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hardware<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&rsquo;s talk about hardware.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Saturation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For<strong>&nbsp;saturation<\/strong>&nbsp;in my studio, I use an&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/1wukS7\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Elysia Karacter 500<\/a>&nbsp;and an&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/h5mp6at\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">SPL Frontliner AD<\/a>&nbsp;to have some variety at my fingertips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"elysia Karacter 500\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0185OSQO4\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51XyGwXMKVL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"elysia Karacter 500\" title=\"elysia Karacter 500\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51XyGwXMKVL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"elysia Karacter 500\" title=\"elysia Karacter 500\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both&nbsp;<strong>saturation units\/channel strips<\/strong>&nbsp;would sound incredible, but they&rsquo;ll be unstoppable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>EQ<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&rsquo;s talk about EQs now.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For my dream studio, here are the&nbsp;<strong>EQ units<\/strong>&nbsp;that I would use:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/mBj6\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Manley Massive Passive EQ<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/mBj6\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Manley Massive Passive Mastering EQ<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/9BocxL\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Heritage Audio SYMPH EQ<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/PlrN4\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">A-Designs Hammer EQ<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/Mfdx7WL\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Elysia Xfilter Stereo EQ<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Manley Mastering Version Massive Passive Stereo EQ\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B004S2QXL6\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41fan00Vl4L._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Manley Mastering Version Massive Passive Stereo EQ\" title=\"Manley Mastering Version Massive Passive Stereo EQ\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41fan00Vl4L._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Manley Mastering Version Massive Passive Stereo EQ\" title=\"Manley Mastering Version Massive Passive Stereo EQ\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because EQ is possibly the essential tool when mixing, I want plenty of variety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Compression<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to&nbsp;<strong>compression<\/strong>&nbsp;in my dream studio, I will grab a few different units:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/g1dAE9\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Manley Stereo Variable Mu Compressor<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/iEHw0On\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Manley Stereo Master Compressor<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/UeeYmje\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Heritage Audio Tubesessor Optical Tube Compressor<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/UAKlS\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Universal Audio 1176LN<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Manley Mastering Version Stereo Variable Mu Limiter Compressor with HP SC Included\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B004X7HV9Y\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/313tUlfeMUL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Manley Mastering Version Stereo Variable Mu Limiter Compressor with HP SC Included\" title=\"Manley Mastering Version Stereo Variable Mu Limiter Compressor with HP SC Included\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/313tUlfeMUL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Manley Mastering Version Stereo Variable Mu Limiter Compressor with HP SC Included\" title=\"Manley Mastering Version Stereo Variable Mu Limiter Compressor with HP SC Included\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s good to have options for compression, and these units will cover my bases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Reverb<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For my reverb unit, I would go for the Bricasti Design System 4.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bricasti is the manufacturer of debatably the best reverb units of all time. They find use in the top studios all over the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Bricasti Design System 4 is a fantastic reverb unit; its price also reflects that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Delay and Other FX<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For<strong>&nbsp;delay and other FX<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>processing<\/strong>, I would secure an&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/Ng5f\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eventide H9000R<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Eventide H9000R Multi-channel Effects Platform\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B084GVJK3X\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31lUvkKtN9L._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Eventide H9000R Multi-channel Effects Platform\" title=\"Eventide H9000R Multi-channel Effects Platform\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31lUvkKtN9L._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Eventide H9000R Multi-channel Effects Platform\" title=\"Eventide H9000R Multi-channel Effects Platform\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This incredible unit gives you access to not only great delay but many other audio effects as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is steep, but this FX processor from Eventide is incredible!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Headphones<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On the topic of headphones, I would score two different pairs. It&rsquo;s good to have&nbsp;<strong>several other listening options&nbsp;<\/strong>for&nbsp;<strong>playback<\/strong>&nbsp;and<strong>&nbsp;production<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I would use a pair of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/eyK7Af\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Focal Stellia Headphones<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/zqbfI\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sennheiser HD 820s<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Focal Clear MG Open-Back High-Fidelity Over-Ear Headphones\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B08TDBZPVW\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51Ptp2+1jqL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Focal Clear MG Open-Back High-Fidelity Over-Ear Headphones\" title=\"Focal Clear MG Open-Back High-Fidelity Over-Ear Headphones\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51Ptp2+1jqL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Focal Clear MG Open-Back High-Fidelity Over-Ear Headphones\" title=\"Focal Clear MG Open-Back High-Fidelity Over-Ear Headphones\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These headphones offer uncompromised sound quality from&nbsp;<strong>recording<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>mixing<\/strong>, and&nbsp;<strong>mastering<\/strong>&nbsp;to&nbsp;<strong>writing<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>composing<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Monitors<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It would be best if you had some severe projection regarding your&nbsp;<strong>monitors<\/strong>&nbsp;for a studio control room the size that mine will be in this dream studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Dynaudio Acoustics M3XE 3-Way Main Monitor (Right Side)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07174WQH6\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51EBrIZFncL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Dynaudio Acoustics M3XE 3-Way Main Monitor (Right Side)\" title=\"Dynaudio Acoustics M3XE 3-Way Main Monitor (Right Side)\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/51EBrIZFncL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Dynaudio Acoustics M3XE 3-Way Main Monitor (Right Side)\" title=\"Dynaudio Acoustics M3XE 3-Way Main Monitor (Right Side)\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For this reason, I use the&nbsp;<strong>Dynaudio Acoustics M3VE&nbsp;<\/strong>for my main&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/PWCSIlp\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">left<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/aClfH\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">right<\/a>&nbsp;studio monitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On top of these, I would have a pair of&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/AtRS\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Adam Audio A8H monitors\/subwoofer<\/a>&nbsp;as support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"ADAM Audio Sub12 12 Inches Powered Studio Subwoofer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00AAO6P6Y\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31lJtCOqpwL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"ADAM Audio Sub12 12 Inches Powered Studio Subwoofer\" title=\"ADAM Audio Sub12 12 Inches Powered Studio Subwoofer\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31lJtCOqpwL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"ADAM Audio Sub12 12 Inches Powered Studio Subwoofer\" title=\"ADAM Audio Sub12 12 Inches Powered Studio Subwoofer\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, to have a 5.1 surround system, I use these&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/3w6jP\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Dynaudio BM15As<\/a>&nbsp;as my monitors behind me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"(2) Dynaudio BM15A 10 inch Powered Monitors, Ultimate Support MS-90\/36B Stands Bundle\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0994PT429\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41hxSxjTSnS._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"(2) Dynaudio BM15A 10 inch Powered Monitors, Ultimate Support MS-90\/36B Stands Bundle\" title=\"(2) Dynaudio BM15A 10 inch Powered Monitors, Ultimate Support MS-90\/36B Stands Bundle\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41hxSxjTSnS._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"(2) Dynaudio BM15A 10 inch Powered Monitors, Ultimate Support MS-90\/36B Stands Bundle\" title=\"(2) Dynaudio BM15A 10 inch Powered Monitors, Ultimate Support MS-90\/36B Stands Bundle\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Between these three pairs of high-quality monitors, I would have all the projection I need in my New York mansion studio!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id_ea72d5-26 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id_ea72d5-26 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id_ea72d5-26 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 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.wp-block-kadence-column.kadence-column_d3cdee-9f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}.kadence-column_d3cdee-9f > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_d3cdee-9f{text-align:center;}.kadence-column_d3cdee-9f{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_d3cdee-9f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_d3cdee-9f > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column_d3cdee-9f inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_052d52-f3, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_052d52-f3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_052d52-f3\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;color:#626b7a;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_052d52-f3 mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_052d52-f3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_052d52-f3\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_052d52-f3, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_052d52-f3[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_052d52-f3\"]{margin-bottom:-30px;}}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading_052d52-f3 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_052d52-f3\"><strong>READ NEXT:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column_84e9ef-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-top:10px;}.kadence-column_84e9ef-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_84e9ef-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_84e9ef-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_84e9ef-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_84e9ef-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_84e9ef-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_84e9ef-76{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_84e9ef-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_84e9ef-76 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column_84e9ef-76 inner-column-2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<p><strong>Are you currently debating whether or not you need studio monitors? Check out our article on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/studio-monitors-necessary\">necessity of studio monitors<\/a>. <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Microphones<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&rsquo;s look at some microphones I would acquire for my dream studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Drums<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the&nbsp;<strong>drum microphones<\/strong>&nbsp;that I would score for my dream studio:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/Omw3sn\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">DPA Large Diaphragm Microphone Set<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/4LFULpZ\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Earthworks DK7 Drum Microphone Set<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/BngY\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Telefunken DC7 Drum Microphone Set<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"TELEFUNKEN DC7 Drum Mic Pack\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07WRDL6LX\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41TvMPsAfAL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"TELEFUNKEN DC7 Drum Mic Pack\" title=\"TELEFUNKEN DC7 Drum Mic Pack\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41TvMPsAfAL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"TELEFUNKEN DC7 Drum Mic Pack\" title=\"TELEFUNKEN DC7 Drum Mic Pack\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a drummer, I would spare no costs on drum mics in my dream studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Other Instruments<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&rsquo;s take a look at some great microphones that you can use on just about anything from the guitar to sitar:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/JZNpu\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Telefunken Small Diaphragm Mic Bundle<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/14VVo9\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Neumann Condenser Mics<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/C9bIPU\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Soyuz SU-013M Mic Pair<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Telefunken ELA M 260 Small Diaphragm Condenser Tube Microphone Tri-Mono Set\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B083PVQPPR\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31O5DnLyyOL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Telefunken ELA M 260 Small Diaphragm Condenser Tube Microphone Tri-Mono Set\" title=\"Telefunken ELA M 260 Small Diaphragm Condenser Tube Microphone Tri-Mono Set\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31O5DnLyyOL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Telefunken ELA M 260 Small Diaphragm Condenser Tube Microphone Tri-Mono Set\" title=\"Telefunken ELA M 260 Small Diaphragm Condenser Tube Microphone Tri-Mono Set\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can mic up just about any ensemble or instrument between these three microphones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Vocals<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, here are a few top-notch<strong>&nbsp;vocal microphones&nbsp;<\/strong>that I would have for use in my studio:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/YBVQkjr\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Neumann U87<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/EQqX\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Manley Reference Gold<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/D8zhd\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Sony C-800 G<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Neumann U 87 Ai Set Z | Multi Pattern Condenser Microphone Set\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00502CCXG\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41crorsS4LL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Neumann U 87 Ai Set Z | Multi Pattern Condenser Microphone Set\" title=\"Neumann U 87 Ai Set Z | Multi Pattern Condenser Microphone Set\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/41crorsS4LL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Neumann U 87 Ai Set Z | Multi Pattern Condenser Microphone Set\" title=\"Neumann U 87 Ai Set Z | Multi Pattern Condenser Microphone Set\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These vocal microphones are absolute beasts. There&rsquo;s no denying it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Synthesizers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finally, let&rsquo;s look at some&nbsp;<strong>synthesizers<\/strong>&nbsp;I want in my dream studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a look at some of these incredible synths:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/8ejfS4L\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Minimoog<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/2zEVb\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Oberheim OB-X8<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/P4tyI\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Sequential Prophet-10<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/m0x4Aw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Roland Jupiter XM<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/hsYVkR\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The Behringer Eurorack Modular Synthesizer<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">\n    <a data-amazonimages=\"\" target=\"_self\" title=\"Moog Minimoog Model D Analog Synthesizer\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0BJXV8X2M\/?tag=homemusicmake-20\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/419HVIkLycL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Moog Minimoog Model D Analog Synthesizer\" title=\"Moog Minimoog Model D Analog Synthesizer\"><\/noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/419HVIkLycL._SL500_.jpg\" alt=\"Moog Minimoog Model D Analog Synthesizer\" title=\"Moog Minimoog Model D Analog Synthesizer\" data-mvt-skip=\"src\" loading=\"lazy\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><\/a>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This list of epic synthesizers would give you more than you need in terms of incredible sounds and production opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Aesthetics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Lastly, let&rsquo;s consider the&nbsp;<strong>aesthetics<\/strong>&nbsp;of my New York mansion studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&rsquo;m not fond of studios that feel cold and industrial with nothing but music gear. I prefer something&nbsp;<strong>more cozy<\/strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>homey<\/strong>&nbsp;to work in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For this reason, my studio would keep as much of the original vibe of the mansion that it is in as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&rsquo;m talking about&nbsp;<strong>antique wood paneling<\/strong>,<strong>&nbsp;imported rugs<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>luxurious curtains<\/strong>,&nbsp;<strong>vintage furniture<\/strong>, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I want my studio to have the looks and feel of a mansion fit for royalty while also having&nbsp;<strong>uncompromised sound quality<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Related Questions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1676658376144\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>How Much Money Do You Need To Build A Beginner Home Studio Setup?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>This will depend on what level of gear you are looking to acquire and if you plan to record live instruments in your studio.<\/p>\n<p>Another significant factor is whether or not you already have a computer that you can use for music production or if this is a part of your shopping list.<\/p>\n<p>You can build a beginner studio for between $500-$1500 (not including the cost of a computer).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1676658408712\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What Gear Do You Need For A Beginner Home Studio?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Here is a list of essential gear for a beginner home studio setup:<\/p>\n<p>&ndash; Computer<br>&ndash; DAW<br>&ndash; Audio interface<br>&ndash; Headphones\/studio monitors (or both if you can afford them)<br>&ndash; Microphone(s) (if you plan to do any live recording)<br>&ndash; Cables, mic stands, etc.<\/p>\n<p>This is an essential gear list; a home studio always has room for expansion.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1676658453735\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Do You Need A State Of The Art Studio To Produce Quality Music?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, not necessarily.<\/p>\n<p>These days, a skilled and savvy music producer can create professional tracks in a home studio.<\/p>\n<p>In modern music production, knowledge, experience, and skill are much more important than what type of gear or facility you have.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1676658474717\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>What Are Some Low-Budget Microphones Worth Investing In?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Here are some low-budget microphones that I recommend for beginner audio engineers\/producers:<\/p>\n<p>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/8pOXOH\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Shure SM57<\/a>&nbsp;is a great and widely used all-around instrument microphone. I have four or five of these and still use them in my studio.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/ukuE3\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Shure SM58<\/a>&nbsp;This microphone is very similar to the Shure SM57, but it is for vocals instead of instruments.<\/p>\n<p>The&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/MNYP\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sennheiser e604s<\/a>&nbsp;are some ubiquitous and reliable clip-on drum microphones. I have used these for both studio and live purposes.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/a0oyZdP\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Audix D6<\/a>&nbsp;This bad boy is my go-to kick drum microphone!<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/geni.us\/6nz6L\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Shure SM7B<\/a>&nbsp;This last one is a bit pricier than others, but it is a great vocal microphone if you can stretch your budget a bit.<\/p>\n<p>You can always upgrade your microphone collection over time, but some of these might be an excellent place to start.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1676658565839\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><strong>Is Acoustic Treatment Important In A Home Studio?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, although you can get started with music production without a properly treated home studio, you will need to invest in it with time.<\/p>\n<p>A non-treated room will result in lower-quality audio recordings, phase issues, etc.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Final Words<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To sum it up, my studio would be in an old gothic\/victorian mansion in upstate New York, loaded to the brim with the best audio equipment that money can buy. In addition, it would have a very classic and cozy design. Talk about a dream studio!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see, if money was no object, you could quickly put together a genuinely epic dream studio setup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>What would your dream studio be?<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-row-layout-id_48f6c5-31 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id_48f6c5-31 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id_48f6c5-31 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);max-width:var(--wp--style--global--content-size);padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:40px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}.kb-row-layout-id_48f6c5-31 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id_48f6c5-31 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id_48f6c5-31 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id_48f6c5-31 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-1-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top kb-theme-content-width\">\n<style>.kadence-column_b66752-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col{box-shadow:0px 0px 14px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);border-left:8px solid #626b7a;}.kadence-column_b66752-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_b66752-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_b66752-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_b66752-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_b66752-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_b66752-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col{background-color:var(--global-palette8, #F7FAFC);}.kadence-column_b66752-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_b66752-51{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_b66752-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-left:8px solid #626b7a;flex-direction:column;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_b66752-51 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-left:8px solid #626b7a;flex-direction:column;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column_b66752-51 inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id_89fd3e-c8 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id_89fd3e-c8 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id_89fd3e-c8 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:0px;grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(20.1% - 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Check out our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.homemusicmaker.com\/building-a-home-studio-on-a-budget\">how to build a studio on a budget<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Step into a world of limitless possibilities! 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