Beginning Audio Gear

Discussion in 'Graphics & Multimedia' started by JPDevuyst, Oct 4, 2013.

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    I have a very talented friend. Another friend and I want to start a YouTube channel for this person an outlet for their skills. What is the best bang for our buck when it comes to audio recording equipment - i.e. Microphones, sound editing software, etc.
     
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    competent123 Notable Member

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    quiet room, good quality microphone/camera, and a free sound / video editor is more than sufficient.

    its the content that matters, not the fancy gadgets.
     
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    That's what I mean - what kind of equipment is "good enough" but won't break the bank?
     
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    a video camera , at least 6-8 megapixel, should be around 300-400$
    a normal mic ( 20-30$)

    google - free video /audio editor
     
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    Not very specific... not all normal mics are created equal.
     
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    not all mics are created equal, yes, but a normal 10-20$ one is enough for your startup requirements.

    2000$ mic will be needed after you start to make 10k a day from the business.
     
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    They should in theory know a range of this stuff but you can get away with an sm58 for vocals, condenser mics for live instruments. You will get a bit more separation on the sm58 which helps a bit if you have stuff in the same room.

    Likely need a little soundboard as well. Mackies are nice.

    hope that helps a bit. I could ramble about this for a while lol..

    Nigel
     
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    Nigel, that is exactly the kind of advice that I am looking for! I'd like to give it a "like" but I'm new to DP and I'm unsure how that goes, haha. But best answer, anyways!
     
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