How long have you been making music and what did you first start with? I'd love to hear what your set up looks like in the comments below or as a reply to this comment. :-)

@universatile1015

3 жыл бұрын

I inherited a usb microphone, borrowed a Mac desktop from a really good friend that had like 4 of them, and have the akai midi keyboard. Found some AKG open back headphones on sale for $46. Getting ready to switch to an xlr microphone with an audio interface (looking at the Shure sm7b). Also I use Logic and FL studio to make instrumentals and record vocals. I’ve been blessed to have such good friends that helped me with a computer!

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

@@universatile1015 That's definitely an awesome friend for helping you with that.

@markusbaker3005

3 жыл бұрын

I've been producing for less than 2 years but have been writing and performing music as a lyricist and musician for about 8 to 9 years. My first producing set up consisted of a 4-year-old MSI CX61 laptop, Ableton live 10, Blue Snowball USB mic, a cellphone (Used for recording vocals and extra sounds that I wanted to use in the music-making process), the really cheap Sony in-ear headphones (those $20 ones), and a hunger to learn and make music that I enjoyed My producing setup has upgraded a bit since then but I'm still learning and having fun with it. Can definitely hear a difference in quality and skill when comparing the music I make now to what I used to back then. Though I say this, I will never speak ill of my older work because it was made using what little equipment I had and the fact that I kept pushing shows how much work I'm willing to put in to make the music I enjoy Keep hungry and inspired everyone

@breakingtherelapse

3 жыл бұрын

I've been music for about 10 years. I'm a metal producer but funny enough I started making beats on a 2nd gen iPod touch lol. Current setup: sm57 msi raider laptop - upgraded ram to 32gb + added a 3rd ssd dedicated for media cache mixcraft (daw of choice) focusrite 4i4 adam audio t5v monitors and crap ton of guitar gear lol

@losttheory2761

3 жыл бұрын

Literally just bought the full version of FL Studio and that's all I got at the moment. Next thing I am going to work towards is getting a MIDI controller. Just going to work on producing and beat making right now so I'm not looking to get a mic.

Adam be helping us poor and broke bois

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

I used to be broke myself so I feel you man.

@fdoket

3 жыл бұрын

Facts

@RUN_IT_UP_

2 жыл бұрын

My last name is Poore lol

@abdulhaque3911

Жыл бұрын

With more talent than the rich 🥱 jus less unfortunate.. but we more grateful 😇

@tylerbenfield1771

Жыл бұрын

We’re just broke bro

hope this is a series of budgets like $200 studio $500 studio $1000 studio $3000 studio $5000... please adam please

@musikamusika1736

3 жыл бұрын

This would be great

@lilymamminga3454

3 жыл бұрын

that would be so cool i really hope that happens!

@The__Nation

2 жыл бұрын

I recommend

As a music tech teacher in the UK, I gotta say this video is awesome. Amount of students who think they need to spend 1000's to get started and don't know where to start, this is gonna be my new go to for those guys 🙌

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

I really appreciate that!

Imma drummer and I started off with a large drum kit. I've now downsized to a small 3 piece kit to fit my circumstances but that just proves you don't need to have the best of the best to do what you love :)

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! :-)

@juliesczesny90

Ай бұрын

That's the very first musical instrument I rocked out on! Unfortunately, my mom got rid of that, even at our friend's house. Taught myself to play, "Romeo & Juliet," on my neighbor's Steinway Grand Piano at 9 years old, full cords in 2 months, at 1 hr/day, 5X/ wk. Played a concert for my parents, to prove that I was responsible enough to get lessons, right? Mom, "You don't need lessons now - you already taught yourself!" HUH!? Imagine being able to sing many octaves in Grade School, where you obviously could sing Alto, Contralto to Coloratura in one song, because you didn't realize that it was 3 different people. Then your half sis screams bloody murder while mom suffers a Major Migraine, yelling, "You can't do that!! That's impossible, stop it, stop it! Mom, make Julie stop singing the entire music scale, because that's impossible! Only God can do that. Make her not sing more than me! Mom, "Julie, do what your sister tells you, stop making her feel bad." I'm a Coloratura Soprano. It's been hell growing up in a family that curses me for my musical abilities, yet praises their own children for it.

Just goes to show you don't need much to start making music! Great video! I started out with an ancient asus laptop, FL studio, behringer umc 202 hd, se xs1 mic and devine pro 5000 headphones. Current setup consists of the same mic and headphones, thonet & vander studio monitors, a custom built PC, akai mpk mini, M-audio air 192k 8 audio interface, FL studio signature bundle and 2 samsung monitors. Also can't forget about the vibrantly colored LED strips!

I started learning to mix songs 6 months ago. I have been using Cakewalk ever since on my Windows laptop. This was a really good video, Adam! if possible, please make a series on mixing and mastering. Thank you :)

Thank you Adam, I've just started my music making journey, great advice as always 💪

Thanks for this video. Really helpful. Wanted to hook a friend up with a really cheap and quick setup. He couldn't be happier to have the help.

Yes headphones all the way! They're great for if you're on a tight budget, especially when compared to studio monitors/sound insulation etc etc.

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

Most definitely. :-)

Haven't seen you actually make a beat. Love this video. Thanks Adam!

Gotta admit , ur charisma and ur passion is very contagious. Thank you so much because I know editing and all this probs take time and idk how much you make but aye I appreciate all te knowledge!

God I wish I had this type of video when I first started . I wouldn't have struggled so much lol . Great stuff for Anyone starting out

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Thanks for this video Adam! I have a tiny home studio already so i did not reeaaally need this info but I wanted to hear your thoughts and opinions, thank you for sharing them :) I also liked your talking speed very much (as people are very often complaining about this here), it would be amazing if you could keep it at this speed in your future videos! Thanks for your videos! Best, Adam

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate you watching either way. :-)

My setup is pretty cheap too. I using Roland duo-capture as audio interface, it's old but still working good. I have Saturn by Fisher Audio headphones, it's not for studio but it has pretty flat frequency response which is good for that. The only things I missing is keyboard and microphone and I think i will buy as you suggested, thank you, Adam!

I started with reason 2.5, an akg condenser mic, an og mbox, and an m audio controller. Now I’m using reason 11 connected to pro tools, blue spark mic, korg triton, and New gen mbox

2:00 that was smooth af, I’ve watched a lot of vids like this and I’m happy with what I’ve got so far

@jonathandoda8762

3 жыл бұрын

lmao I had to go back. If that was a first take...this guy fucks.

I started with a double deck stereo tape recorder in 93, and now I use Reaper, a Benhringer UMC 404 , 2 JBL mkII 8 monitors, and, tascam TH-02 headphones etc.... Home recording equipment has evolved a lot.

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

It definitely has.

I love music I have been wishing I can sing well or even create beats, am here as a beginner I don’t even know nothing about mixing but am glad this is the first video I watched, nothing is impossible, I will get this stuff and also google how to edit or make beats, thanks for sharing this Adam

@adamivy

Жыл бұрын

You can do it!

I did not expect the beat to go there but I love that it did! 🤌🏽

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. :-)

Nice one! I was looking for a midi controller. I'm in that budget stage now, I'm doing everything on an android phone using fl mobile studio, an irig pro interface and an AT2020 mic. Goes a long way.

got windows (actually a gaming pc which i still use for many years) and using FL studio & borrowed my brother's interface & microphone (focusrite scarlett solo) and now recording my 1st song

I first started with my moms HP desktop. It was old, barely anything to actually record and produce. I now have a iBUYPOWER BB971 gaming computer I got for my birthday last year, HyperX Cloud II’s also from my birthday, a little Bose Color Soundlink Speaker to hear beats, and the same Neewer NW-800 (but black and gold) in this video. I actually got the whole kit for it but without an interface. I’m looking forward to upgrading the mic or getting an interface with a upgrade with extra money I have from my birthday and Christmas. Stay blessed yall

Great stuff! I just shared this link with a friend of mine wanting to start getting into producing music. Thanks for the great suggestions!

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

Awesome! I’m liking that standing desk set up. Been wanting one for a while now so I’ll hit that link and see what’s up!

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

Total game changer man.

Please do a windows edition🙌🏽 I believe it should work the same except for a few cosmetic differences in software

I started with a 2008/2014 Lenovo (not that sure which lol), Powerbeats 3 earphones, a really cheap Trust microphone (was 40 TL at the time, which was less than 5 dollars even back then) and a Nektar SE49 which I'm really looking forward to start using, it has been catching dust for nearly 1,5 years as I kept making beats with a mouse lol. And this is also my current setup lol, probably most people would say "oh but earphones won't do it" "you gotta have this as well" but it's definitely getting the job done for now :) All I want in the future tho is a better mic, a Kaotica eyeball and a Macbook as my setup one day.

Great Video! Also, The New Setup looks Amazing!😍

He's right about the adjustable desk. My back is so messed up right now from sitting down producing music all year. Using my Christmas money to get a sit/stand desk

Thanks a million man, I'm trying to set up a bedroom studio this summer and this really helps

That U-Phoria box flip was slick :-)

Awesome vid, this is exactly what I needed to see, im going to start recording music

This is the setup I need! Between hardware and software, this is all I need. Thanks!!!

@adamivy

4 ай бұрын

You’re welcome!

Hi Adam, Thanks for the awesome setup tips! just 1 question. What are the specs for the old 5-6 yr old mMcbook pro? Is the base model enough? 2.6-2.7 Ghz processor, 512 GB storage, and 16GB memory enough?

Wow thank you so much for this! Very informational and professionally said.

thank you so much , i'm moving early next year and will use this for help!!!

Extremely helpful stuff, thanks Adam!!!

Nice beginners guide really helpful. I also started with the UM2. It's guide decent actually, I am upgrading to Audient ID4 MK2. The most important thing will actually be your computer. I think that desk would be expensive

Adam, I'm using the Behringer UM2 interface and This video gives me lot of hope 🔥 Thanks ✌️🏼

I started with a Blue yeti and some cheap $60 speakers from best buy I eventually upgraded all of tht but Its always good to look back at where you first started😅

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

That's awesome!

Sounds great. I made my studio with Garage sale & Thrift store second hand junk that I collected in my "hoarding shop" even cheaper. You don't need anything new to record, just a little ingenuity.

I love the beat...btw it was chill type of music...for me ...ok so I started and are still recording with my phone

Hi Adam do you think it's important for an artist to have a logo? If so what important aspects to look at when designing a logo and how do you go about doing it? would love to see a video about this topic.

it's very generous to share information like this.

Omfg! Adam Ivy out of Orlando! Man I haven’t seen you since fb almost 7 years back! Glad to see you’re doing your thing! Liked and subbed!

Started with laptop ,interface,mic for vocals and a pair of headphones Got my midi keyboard recently

Thanks for the time and effort making this great video

Im currently using a Yamaha mm6 keyboard, Alto 12 analog mixer (no builtin USB), Audio Evolution DAW software (only $8) on my Android OTG into a Behringer UCA 222 Audio Interface. Its blows my mind that making music is so affordable nowadays.

omg!! thanks a million for the info ... best budget info ever ..

BRO I was just thinking about making a home studio and this came up! Read my mind!

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

I have the new Apple Crystal Ball 10.4.11 LOL

Perfect! Just so happens I have the same laptop already and a keyboard a bass and a guitar or 3 and some good studio headphones so I’m under a $100 away. I kind of wish you would have gone through the plug in sequence of hooking everything up and what cables to use.

That beat is pretty solid!

Keep going bro, it is very useful for me

A really good pair of cheap reference headphones are samson sr850s, they are semi open back, (so they let the sound in, and your music out) but they have amazing soundstage and are pretty good for mixing music, they are under 60$, and don't require much power at all so they sound great out of anything

I’d definitely want to see a windows version!

@aldorthegreat5267

3 жыл бұрын

Plug all this gear into a PC?

@nonami_066xswqoqowiwl

3 жыл бұрын

for windows u can use cakewalk , it is a premium level daw for free . The company which acquired cakewalk made it completely free

@lanaandthediamonds3651

3 жыл бұрын

Use soundtrap it costs a little but not much

@aldorthegreat5267

3 жыл бұрын

@@lanaandthediamonds3651 sound trap has some pretty bad latency tho and your locked to only using it when you have a connection so if you want to produce on the go your boned

@lanaandthediamonds3651

3 жыл бұрын

@@aldorthegreat5267 oh fr? I’ve been using it with my teacher and it seems alright and not that complicated

Just started using Cakewalk, i have a PC but tried it on a Lenovo Thinkpad t430 laptop with 4gbs of ram... Uhh, surprisingly good so far, recording doesn't lag.. Audio interface is a Behringer umc22, midi keyboard is an Alesis Vmini... Guess it's completely enough for a starter like me.

Thanks Adam for this Am starting with a BM800 mic with a stand, shock Mount and pop filter, A connector sound adapter, an HP Probook Laptop and a Pioneer Stereo Headphone. No mini keyboard yet.. And my DAW is Cubase Blessings Adam

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

Sounds great!

That riddim sound sweet simple and neat ✌🏽🍾🥂

11:25 That was Amazing man☺

This video QUALITY is insane 🎥💯

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Constantly trying to increase the production quality for you guys.

@xxkvngjayxx

3 жыл бұрын

@@adamivy doing a good job

Thanks Adam, this is super helpful

Love that audio interface

Hey, just found you and glad I did! Sadly I'm not a Mac person ... someday, I will enroll in a re-educational camp and finally submit to the Apple... Till then I hope you posted a Windows version. Oh, curious what about a Chrome version? Is this even possible??

I got the behringer uphoria 4 input and I love it! I also have a presonus audiobox 2 input interface. That's a good one too.

Can’t wait to watch the video!

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

Me too.

Great video mate!! I had a question :- can you please tell me the name of the exact desk you are using? It would be really appreciated if you could link it as a reply. Thank you

M audio oxygen 25 works perfect for me! For the Audio Interfacw I use the iTrack Solo. It's enough for my mobile studio :D

Love the energy

Thanks for the help I definitely taking your advice

Hi Adam I've come here representing the Linux community ( very likely less than 1% of both computer users and musicians ). Still I gleaned a good bit from watching the video. I will probably actually defer buying an amp and speakers because of your remarks and instead just rely on headphones. After all, I'm only going to post videos on KZread. The tips have been very helpful and I will adapt them for my specific situation. At the moment, the only thing I have is my Toshiba Satellite laptop and my Casio WK-200 arranger keyboard. I'm looking to add the headphones and microphone that you mentioned and a focusrite 2 i2 SCARLETT studio to the mix. That interface is going to take me just over $100. But the total on the rest of the gear should ring in at just under $50 I believe. What you have presented is very helpful. Thank you

My set up is... Dell mini computer Presonus 6.5 professional Behringer Uphoria 4x4 interface and Presonus audiobox 2x2 M-audio 4.5 monitors Alesis nitro mesh electric drum kit Akai mpk mini 2/ m-audio keystation 49es Two condenser mics I bought on Amazon and I just got the Presonus relevator (which is on sale for $60 right now) I started recording with audacity and one dynamic mic back in 2008 and never stopped trying to be better. I'm still trying to build and will prolly never stop. 😊

DAW wise, if you use Windows Cakewalk is the best option. 100% free. Also, here's some of my Plugin and resources recommendations: TDR Nova - EQ TDR Kotelnikov - Mastering Compressor Voxengo Span - Spectrum Analyzer Youlean Loudness Meter - Can measure LUFs ;) Addictive Keys Free Version - Realistic Sounding Piano LABS Spitfire - Great Sounding Instruments KONTAKT Complete Start - Some really good plugins + Kontakt Player OrilRiver - Great free reverb Cymatics - Loops to inspire you & some of the best drum samples. Audacity - Still does some of the best denoising jobs. Okay, I guess that's enough to get you started.

i created a home studio with a $60 dollar budget of chore money 🤣 the sad thing is that it acutally has good soundquality

Hey Adam love the videos! I was wondering could you show us how you promote like you make a new account and promote it for like 48 hrs to a week or so examples like that!

Thank you everything was extremely helpful. Especially the interface and mini controller, but what is the windows equivalent to garageband. I tried looking it up, but wasn't very helpful.

@chloethedog6039

2 жыл бұрын

Band Lab!!!

My very first setup was a windows XP laptop, a lexicon alpha audio interface and Cubebase Le5 that came with it. I used some cheap £10 - £20 headphones and my beloved guitars to make some decent sounding music. Back then I didn't know anything about making music in a DAW. I would definitely say I've learnt a lot over the many years and upgraded to better gear and software which has definitely improved my workflow. I would say to any beginner wanting to make music, get what you can afford and plan out things you want to get in order because some of it can wait.

I have Windows and using Audacity to record the sound of my acoustic piano.

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

Audacity is an awesome program. Can't believe it's free. I've recorded several podcasts using Audacity. :-)

@MrInfinity444

4 ай бұрын

Audacity is GREAT for a LOT of audio editing…and it’s so easy to use!!! Couples great with a production program like Garage Band or ProTools. Heavy on features.

This is a great video. And great beat

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Hey Adam I saw your video thanks you really kept it around $200 something that I can afford. I am buying everything except the desk too high for my pocket. I am new at this and I like to know what type of XRL Cable you used for the Neewer NW- 800 Microphone I will like to get the same one that you have , plus is the microphone still good after a year or would you recommend something else. Thank you

Adam! I’m on Rock On the Rise Radio!

This is great so you don’t over do your budget. Use tools just get your ideas out and keep chasing the sound you have in your head. I made potential radio hit with a free plug-in. Do you and have fun.

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

It's all about having fun and honing your craft. 100%

I got chromebook I’m upgrading have to save 💵 this is what I like 👌🔥🔥🔥🔥

I have a USB mic, would that still work when I’m recording my songs? What do you recommend is best suitable?

Hey thanks for the help, is there any special kind of stand for the microphone?

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

There's a bunch of different ones you can get to fit your setup. Just hit amazon and compare the reviews and prices for one that fits your budget.

Instead of audio interface and speakers I use an aux chord to connect pc to home stereo...is this a good substitute or is it better to buy the audio interface??

Thank You!🎶

Thank you for sharing

Also a lot of name brand midi controllers offer the lite version of certain daws. Like Akai offer the free lite version of ableton. So that save you an extra 100 if you’re thinking of buying it.

Hey Adam question which macbook are you using I wanna get one specifically for music production so If I can get a less expensive one that would be great.

Thank u🥺💙

I'm looking at a used behringer um2, since they go for less than $30 around my area, but I don't know what to look for in a Midi keyboard/drumpad or a mic, any tips? I've also used Audacity in the past but it is a bit clunky compared to Logic, Ableton and other expensive software my friends use. I only plan on recording bass, guitar and vocals/drumming on a mic, so I don't need an incredibly advanced setup, and while I don't have a specific budget I'm looking to save as much money as possible.

Lifesaver! Not enough likes on this video, adding one more

Tnx

Please do one for Mac Computers. I'm making my home studio and would benefit greatly from this info

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

Mac or did you mean Windows?

@pratherbby

3 жыл бұрын

Hey bro this is based on mac :D

@DeanLondonSwift

3 жыл бұрын

Logic Pro is worth it but it’s 200 right off the bat haha 😂

Def gonna be an upgrade tom my iphone

The Weekend probably love your beat

bro luvd the video please also do one for windows

Can I be a pain and ask what sort of xlr cable? As I’m finding it hard to locate the right one for this setup! Cheers!

Okay, so I live in a flat in Spain and the walls are literally like paper. My NW-800 picks up a fart on the other side of the flat and I was looking at getting a diffusor from Thomann to go around the back of the mic. Would I be wasting my money on the diffusor?? Should I use a dynamic mic instead of the condensor?? Plus a very stupid question: Can I get away with not soundproofing my bedroom?? And if not, any way I would be able to soundproof without damaging the panels or walls when I eventually take it down?? Cheers

You dropped this at a perfect time jus got paid lol

@adamivy

3 жыл бұрын

Hell yeah!