How To Record Electric Guitar using Audio Interface For Guitar

Learn how to record your electric guitar on your PC, Mac or iPad with an audio interface for guitar. Discover a range of audio interfaces at Amazon: amzn.to/2XZu1GZ (affiliate link) *
There are 3 main ways you can get a great recording of your electric guitar on your computer, via a suitable guitar recording interface: record direct; record the line out of your guitar amp; or use a mic to record your amp. This video will show you how to record your electric guitar in PC, Mac or iPad step-by-step in each of these three ways. (To record on iPad you'll need to buy the camera connection kit amzn.to/2YV8s6o (affiliate link *).
This is a recording tutorial for guitarists who complete beginners to home studio recording. It is not an advanced video on recording. But by the end you will know exactly what guitar recording gear you need, and the basics of how to set it up.
The focus in this video is on the guitar recording GEAR that you need. The best studio equipment to do the job. It is about recording hardware rather than software
If you get the hardware right then you can use any Recording Software: Pro Tools; Cubase; Garageband; Reaper; Mixcraft; Audacity.
Here is a summary of the kit you will need for each different recording method:
To record your guitar direct you will need:
Electric Guitar and Guitar Lead
A suitable Audio Interface with instrument input
(an excellent one would be the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (3rd Gen) which you can find on Amazon here: amzn.to/2Yb8KFN (affiliate link))*
Any recording software - Garageband, Reaper, Audacity, Pro Tools, Cubase, Presonus Studio, the software that comes with your interace
To record guitar via the line output of your guitar amp you will need:
Electric Guitar plugged into effects pedals and guitar amp
Audio Interface with line input
(a popular choice would be the Behringer UMC204HD available on Amazon here: amzn.to/2YiLYjf (affiliate link))*
Appropriate audio cable - depending on the outputs of your amp
Recording software (see above)
To record electric guitar using a microphone to record the guitar amp you will need:
Electric guitar plugged into your effects pedals and amp
An audio interface with XLR mic input and built in pre-amp
(take a look at the Focusrite Scarlett Solo, one of the most popular budget guitar recording interfaces here on Amazon amzn.to/2JWWu6H (affiliate link) *
A Microphone and XLR lead
A mic stand
(Amazon do a good basic mic stand here amzn.to/2y2zMEu (aff link))*
Recording software as above
Or a portable digital recorder, which will allow you to record without needing a computer. You can transfer the recordings after. One of the most popular would be the Zoom H6 available here on Amazon amzn.to/2Y0bzhm (aff link) *
* Please note, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I also post other affiliate links in my descriptions. If you choose to buy from my links, you will not pay any more, but I will earn a small commission. I only post links to products and services that I know, like and trust. And I thank you for your support :)

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    @MusicRepo5 жыл бұрын

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  • @apchan

    @apchan

    4 жыл бұрын

    Do we need an expensive guitar to record to make it sound professional? Thank you..

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    @TalalRane

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @Arazmithin

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @allboutthemojo

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @MusicRepo

    3 жыл бұрын

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    @DaZZ3L_Gaming4 жыл бұрын

    This video was exactly what I was looking for. Thank you very much for making this simple to understand :)

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    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @nerry4015

    2 жыл бұрын

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    @chriselliot19202 жыл бұрын

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    @robertthurman98663 жыл бұрын

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    @kintubeats3 жыл бұрын

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    @heys96412 жыл бұрын

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    @dk24284 жыл бұрын

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    @el0blaino Жыл бұрын

    This was a lovely overview of how to accomplish this. Thank you so much!

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    @Jack1990Stevens3 жыл бұрын

    Brilliant and easy to understand explanation, thanks so much!

  • @johndelaney5241
    @johndelaney52414 жыл бұрын

    Having just bought my first audio interface yesterday (4i4) and followed the setup tutorials from the manufacturer, I still had about a dozen questions. This video has answered all of them! Thanks very much.

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    @jamescoffin4 жыл бұрын

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    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @craigwalker21862 жыл бұрын

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    @theHAL90004 жыл бұрын

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    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @mavric7773 жыл бұрын

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    @CBolt173 жыл бұрын

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    @mr.fisher39734 жыл бұрын

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    4 жыл бұрын

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    @JEFFKINGS4 жыл бұрын

    I've been playing music for nearly 20 years now and this is the first time I've found myself in a position where I don't have a dedicated rehearsal space to play at full volume. There is so much you can do at home with a laptop now, so I'm excited to try it out - your video was really helpful for showing me where to start.

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    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @solutionstdsp5394 жыл бұрын

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    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @MusicRepo

    3 жыл бұрын

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    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @SlaineReigns4 жыл бұрын

    Im a beginner obsessed with the Electric Guitar. I just want to say this video is really concise and on point. Well done! I appreciate this a lot, since I will be recording my progress soon.

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    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

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    4 жыл бұрын

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    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @Nakpanduri1002 жыл бұрын

    Jane answered all my end-to-end questions on recording my guitar in a clear, straightforward and focused manner. No extraneous bunny trails or wasted time. Just clear information delivered in a voice that's easy on the ears. (Actually, I'm from north America and could listen to her accent all day long)

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    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @lewinthistle3 жыл бұрын

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    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @longotown Жыл бұрын

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    @Jose-fm2zy2 жыл бұрын

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    @teamdawson14 жыл бұрын

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    @ravenshadowz2343 Жыл бұрын

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    @goshtamoshta3 жыл бұрын

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    @patricklaw26034 жыл бұрын

    It contains details that I can find neither from the Focusrite guidelines nor the software that I used. Thank you so much.

  • @MusicRepo

    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @CustomTaylor2 жыл бұрын

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    @neilanadams51733 жыл бұрын

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    @alestavira46483 жыл бұрын

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    @RolandDeschain14 жыл бұрын

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    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @heartofcourage3813 жыл бұрын

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    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

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    @stefanstojanovic51633 жыл бұрын

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    @sefguitar3 жыл бұрын

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    @renodigitalservice2 жыл бұрын

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    @Apache493 жыл бұрын

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    @eyalbaruc2 жыл бұрын

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    @Blue_3rd3 жыл бұрын

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    @VinhTran-rp2mk2 жыл бұрын

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    @ant_yep3 жыл бұрын

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    @aeroplod5 жыл бұрын

    Great presentation. Very useful info ... as always! Thanks.

  • @MusicRepo

    @MusicRepo

    5 жыл бұрын

    Thanks 👍

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    @kimbelmatches79073 жыл бұрын

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    @jamesjzelaznyjr9104 жыл бұрын

    Great video...very helpful !

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    @mentalost3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much ! This answered all my questions.

  • @vasdef1
    @vasdef12 жыл бұрын

    Very well explained.Great tutorial!

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    @MSpotatoes3 жыл бұрын

    Great video, thank you!

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    @biswas28213 жыл бұрын

    you are simply amazing....thank you!

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    @rcknicholson3 жыл бұрын

    you present the info well!

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    @james.kaloki3 жыл бұрын

    I love your chaneel ive learnt alot in just 2 video

  • @TheDoneroll
    @TheDoneroll3 жыл бұрын

    been playing for ages .. 3 decades ,, but i've felt ,this year was only the beginning .. beeing stuborn to record myself (due to lack of equipment and knowledge and skills to do that) .. but with this video ,, ..i've learned alot and satrted last week .. to record myself and re-listened over and over and record over and over to polished some licks... from being just a mediocre guitarist to becoming a"good guitarist" i could say.. thanks a-lot

  • @carlosalborta6635
    @carlosalborta66354 жыл бұрын

    Hi there, greetings from Bolivia. I just viewed your video and found it very helpful. It is clear, consistent and well explained. Most of the principles to electric guitar also apply to bass playing which is what I do. I also prefer Reaper because I found it cheap and convenient. Congratulations.

  • @MusicRepo

    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @michaelomalley7270
    @michaelomalley7270 Жыл бұрын

    Very helpful ,thankyou. The tip about the smaller capsule condenser mic for amp recording has inspired me has haven’t done this since 4 track tape days .should get something interesting out of a boss katana 50 .thankyou

  • @JanBolhuis
    @JanBolhuis4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Great explanation that will help me a lot.

  • @MusicRepo

    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @MicahBuzanMUSIC
    @MicahBuzanMUSIC2 жыл бұрын

    Super helpful, thanks!

  • @JoeC1977
    @JoeC19773 жыл бұрын

    Wow! Answered a few questions I had using Reaper to record my guitar. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.

  • @MusicRepo

    @MusicRepo

    3 жыл бұрын

    Happy to help!

  • @johntate9392
    @johntate93923 жыл бұрын

    Very nice and clear video

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    @mrlionel19654 жыл бұрын

    Great video. Straight forward and easy to understand.

  • @MusicRepo

    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thanks

  • @brownpunk1794
    @brownpunk17944 жыл бұрын

    U are born to teach..above and beyond👍

  • @MusicRepo

    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

    🙏

  • @hoffersmusic815
    @hoffersmusic815 Жыл бұрын

    Very helpful, thank you

  • @JordenTaylor1911
    @JordenTaylor19114 жыл бұрын

    This video is so helpful.

  • @TalalRane
    @TalalRane4 жыл бұрын

    Love your so important videos to me as i am an amateur and home recorderererer😀

  • @seamuskeane7931
    @seamuskeane79314 жыл бұрын

    Well done. Clear, concise, very informative. Perfect.

  • @MusicRepo

    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

    Many thanks 🙏

  • @midna6633
    @midna66333 жыл бұрын

    This video is so good thank you very much!

  • @MonKordelinfoTv
    @MonKordelinfoTv4 жыл бұрын

    Wow... i got my questions answered... Im excited to start with my new music project... thanks

  • @sixtystix
    @sixtystixКүн бұрын

    Hihgly informative, to the point. Thanks. 🙏

  • @sdrchannel576
    @sdrchannel5763 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful 🙏

  • @bh8365
    @bh83654 жыл бұрын

    Good tutorial. Well done.

  • @MusicRepo

    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

    Thank you! Cheers!

  • @phoneme52xxx6
    @phoneme52xxx64 жыл бұрын

    Thank you. Very helpful.

  • @MusicRepo

    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

    You're welcome! 👍

  • @willx6394
    @willx63943 жыл бұрын

    I dream of having my own sound lab/dungeon. Very informative cheers

  • @kevinappleman848
    @kevinappleman8484 жыл бұрын

    Thank so much for sharing your knowledge ;

  • @MusicRepo

    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @dankolcun5198
    @dankolcun51984 жыл бұрын

    What an informative video - thank you!!!

  • @MusicRepo

    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad it was helpful!

  • @elch1cken935
    @elch1cken9354 жыл бұрын

    Thank you very much!!! Heavy like for you

  • @TheDocRitchie
    @TheDocRitchie2 жыл бұрын

    brilliant, thanks a lot.

  • @dione_band
    @dione_band3 жыл бұрын

    great video!!

  • @JulsieMusic
    @JulsieMusic3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much! I had no idea the guitar could be put into the mic input jack!

  • @riffermadness96

    @riffermadness96

    3 жыл бұрын

    Same!

  • @SandcastlingGuy
    @SandcastlingGuy5 жыл бұрын

    I definitely learned a few things. Thanks!

  • @MusicRepo

    @MusicRepo

    5 жыл бұрын

    Excellent. Thank you.

  • @carloscast1
    @carloscast14 жыл бұрын

    Your were very helpful to me.

  • @MusicRepo

    @MusicRepo

    4 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear that!