Audio Hardware

The suggested hardware in this presentation is based on research and feedback provided by students and my own experience. The goal is to provide a list of entry-level equipment that will satisfy your budget and expectations. These are not the only options, but I feel it is a good place to start.

Audio Interfaces

There is no shortage of audio interfaces for you to choose from. Below is a list of manufacturers that I believe make affordable and quality interfaces for those starting to build their home studios.

Focusrite

https://us.focusrite.com/

Arturia

https://www.arturia.com/products#audio

Steinberg

https://www.steinberg.net/audio-interfaces/ur-c-series/

MOTU

https://motu.com/en-us/products/m-series/

Headphones

A good pair of headphones will make a difference in your work. Below is a list of suggested entry-level headphones that provide excellent value for money.

AKG K240

https://www.akg.com/Headphones/Professional%20Headphones/K240-Studio.html

Audio-Technica ATH-M50x

https://www.audio-technica.com/en-us/ath-m50x

Sennheiser HD 200 PRO

https://en-us.sennheiser.com/studio-headphones-noise-reducing-hd-200-pro

Microphones

These budget microphones offer excellent sound quality and features. You even have a choice between dynamic and condenser microphones. These microphones will work on a variety of sources such as voices and acoustic instruments.

Shure SM 58

https://www.shure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm58?variant=SM58-LC

sE Electronics V7

https://seelectronics.com/products/v7/

Audio-Technica AT2020

https://www.audio-technica.com/en-us/catalog/product/view/_ignore_category/1/id/4006/s/at2020/