cowboychord12

Thank you for clarifying focusrite interface comes with built in pre amp. Now that I have (sort of) figured out hardware, I think I’ll start watching YouTube videos of the actual recording and mixing process.

I was planning on the 4th gen Scarlett solo. My understanding is that interface is one vocal mic input and one instrument mic input with built in pre amp. Is that right? As far as software, probably the free pro tools. Edit: I just saw your reply about why you prefer GarageBand. I have a windows laptop so I am kind of limited there. I’m considering getting a Mac instead because I’ve heard that GarageBand is idiot proof

Thank you for this well thought out response, this info helps me a ton. I’ll look into the M5. You bring up another question. I was planning on mono recording through a focusrite solo interface. They have a model capable of stereo recording, would you suggest I record stereo? I’m leaning more towards mono because my goal is to just get down basic demos with decent quality. What are your thoughts?

Morning everyone, I’m looking to lay down a few acoustic tracks and am looking for any recommendations on mics, or even setup placements too. I’ve been playing for over a decade but have never recorded anything other than through voice memos so this is totally new to me. It seems like the Shure sm57 is a popular choice, what all have you used on a J45? I’m looking to get the most natural sound possible. I was planning on Rode NT1 for vocals as that seems to be the go to. Any and all advice is appreciated. Thank you all and God Bless.