Build a home studio to fit any budget Explore equipment and techniques for making top-notch recordings at home You've picked a perfect time to start recording! From PC-based to studio-in-a-box, today's equipment lets you put together a professional quality CD right at home, if you know how to use it. This guide covers everything from microphone placement to multitracking and mastering, helping you choose the right tools and use them like a pro.

Discover how to:
- Create a studio around your budget
- Direct signal flow to maximize your sound
- Apply the best microphone techniques
- Use compressors and limiters properly
- Build a space for optimum mixing

Part I: Home Recording Studio Basics.
Chapter 1: Understanding Home Recording.
Chapter 2: Getting the Right Gear.
Chapter 3: Getting Connected: Setting Up Your Studio.

Part II: Recording 101.
Chapter 4: Meeting the Mixer.
Chapter 5: MIDI and Electronic Instruments.
Chapter 6: Understanding Microphones.

Part III: Getting Ready to Record.
Chapter 7: Getting a Great Source Sound.
Chapter 8: Taking a Look at Microphone Techniques.
Chapter 9: Miking Your Instruments.

Part IV: Laying Track: Starting to Record.
Chapter 10: Multitrack Recording.
Chapter 11: Recording Audio.
Chapter 12: Recording and Editing MIDI Data.

Part V: Turning Your Tracks into a Finished Song.
Chapter 13: Editing Your Performance.
Chapter 14: Mixing Your Music.
Chapter 15: Dialing in Signal Processors.
Chapter 16: Mastering Your Music.
Chapter 17: Getting Your Music Out to Listeners.

Part VI: The Part of Tens.
Chapter 18: Ten Home Recording Resources.
Chapter 19: Ten Invaluable Recording Tips.
Index.