Home recording
Record real instruments and vocals at home, then layer and mix them into a track.
Home recording
- To start
- $150
- Each month
- $10
- Time
- 4 hours a week
- Sessions
- 1 hour or more
- Where
- At home
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It rewards care and fine detail.
- It's built for the screen.
- You end up with something you made.
- It asks almost nothing of your body.
You’ll like it if
- You want to build something of your own
- You want to get really good at something
- You want to make things
Maybe not if
- You want to switch your brain off
- You want a workout
- You want it to be social
What it feels like
Home recordingAverage performance hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$150Costs more to start than 86% of hobbies
$10Less over a year than the kit
$270About $1 an hour at 4 hours a week
Before you buy
Borrow from a friend or buy second-hand first. Upgrade once you know you will keep going.
Your first session
Record a guitar or piano part with a USB mic and a free app, then sing a vocal over the top.
1 hour or moreAt homeEasy to start
Questions
How much does home recording cost to start?
About $150 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, then about $10 a month once you are going.
How much time does home recording take?
About 4 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 1 hour or more.
Can I do home recording at home?
Yes. Needs a table or a corner.
Is home recording good for beginners?
Yes. It is easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Record a guitar or piano part with a USB mic and a free app, then sing a vocal over the top.
Do I need other people for home recording?
No. It works fine on your own.