It’s never been easier – or less expensive – to capture high-quality recordings from the comfort of home. But with the wealth of equipment and information available, the big question is often: “Where do I start?” Which digital audio workstation is best for you? Is it more important to shell out for a microphone or recording interface? Which microphones do you actually need – and how many? We’ve got these answers and a lot more in this free session to help you get top-quality recordings, every time. You’ll learn: -The ideal components for a basic recording rig -How to save money without sacrificing quality -How to treat your room for the best sound & performance -How to get top-quality, professional-sounding recordings -…and more!

1. Adam Gallant
The Hill Sound Studio,Owner/Operater
with Andrew King
Editor, Canadian Musician Magazine

2. Adam Gallant
Andrew King
Andrew is the Editor of Canadian Musician, as well as Canadian Music Trade, Professional
Lighting & Production, and Professional Sound magazines. He also co-hosts Canadian
Musician Radio. He has given presentations and been a speaker, panelist, and moderator at
events including CMW, ECMA, the Halifax Pop Explosion, and many others.
Adam has worked in all facets of digital audio production, from music recording and composition to
location and post audio for television and film. He currently owns and operates The Hill Sound
Studio in Charlottetown, PE. Clients include Paper Lions, Sorrey, Al Tuck, Coyote, the CBC,
National Film Board, and the popular web series Just Passing Through.

3.  Basic Set-Up
 DAW
 Interface
 Mic(s)
 Playback
 Where to focus your $$
 Tips to save $ without sacrificing quality
Getting Started

4.  Where do you want to set up?
 Basic room treatments?
 Gobos for recording instruments out-of-the-box
Your Space

5. Questions?

6.  Good sources of information for
fundamentals/tips/techniques
 Online Forums
 Free Resources
 Paid Resources
 Trade Publications
 Build a Network
Resources

7.  Edit to the Grid
 Best Musicians
 Hire a Producer
 Use Pitch Correction (Properly)
Top Quality Tracks

8.  Scheduling Sessions
 Playlists
 Versatile Channel Strip
 DON’T TOUCH that Dial
 Decisions Based on Emotional Response
More Tips & Tricks

9. Questions, comments, concerns?

10. Build your Library
www.musicbooksplus.com/Recording

11. Thanks for joining us!
You will receive an email shortly with a link to access
the recorded version of this webinar in its entirety.
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