Gear Recommendations:

Through recording our sessions, we’ve had the chance to work with exceptional gear—and after extensive testing, we've partnered with our favorite companies to create a comprehensive gear guide tailored to any budget or skill level.

Recording gear is a serious investment. Our goal is to help you make the right one, worry-free. Every piece featured here has been used in real sessions. You can hear it in action, watch in-depth reviews, and buy with confidence knowing it’s been proven in the field.

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  • Before getting into recording music, the best advice I can give is to build a solid understanding of the fundamentals—music, sound, and the recording process. A strong theoretical grasp of how sound works will accelerate your progress and help you make informed, intentional decisions in the studio.

    The best resource I’ve found for this is The New Stereo Soundbook. I wish I had it when I was starting out. In a world of expensive gear and trial-and-error sessions, this book is one of the smartest investments you can make in your recording journey. Click Here to learn more and acquire a copy for yourself.

Beginner’s Essentials

This is the guide I wish I had at 15. It features gear that delivers impressive sound and includes all the critical tools needed to start recording seriously with just one or two microphone inputs.

And, an added bonus to this list is the longevity: Rather than being replaced down the line, every piece of equipment is designed to integrate seamlessly into more advanced setups, making it a great starting point for anyone.

Advanced Recording Kit

This is a complete, professional recording setup, extremely similar to the one we use for all of our sessions.