Sage-Tips

How do I get my mic to work in FL Studio?

Open ‘System Preferences > Security & Privacy > Microphone’. Enable microphone access for FL Studio. Switch to FL Studio.

Why is my mic not working on Studio One?

Make sure that the AudioBox is selected as your Audio Device in your DAW. In Studio One, simply click “Studio One” from within the program, then “Options” (on PC) or “Studio One Preferences” (on OSX). Then select “Audio Setup” and check the “Audio Device” drop-down box.

Is it bad to leave your studio monitors on?

Long story short — yes, leaving your speakers on will damage them when not in use.

What volume should I set my studio monitors?

A good rule of thumb is that your volume level should be low enough to allow for conversation without raising your voice. If you need to shout to be heard, your monitors are too loud.

Do I need all the equipment I need for home studio recording?

But you don’t need them all at once! You can build up step by step and what you choose to buy for your own home studio recording will depend on what you want to achieve. It may be you can achieve everything you want with a simple USB mic and a set of headphones if you just want to record vocal tracks.

What are the best studio microphones for home recording?

The AKG Pro Audio C414 XLII studio mic is one the best studio microphones you could buy for the money. It comes at professional price tag, but the value really speaks for itself when you assign it to your recordings. Its most popular buyers in the home studio market tend to be sing-songwriter music producers.

How many condenser mics do I need for my studio?

Every studio regardless of size needs at least one high-quality condenser mic. Condenser mics come in all shapes and sizes and are known for their natural, clear, accurate and transparent sound, as well as their flat frequency response with extended highs and lows. There are two types of condenser mics:

What is the best condenser mic for recording vocals?

There are two types of condenser mics: I personally own three large diaphragm mics – a Neumann U87 AI, a Neumann TLM 103, and an AKG C414-XLII. I’ve used them for years to record instruments like guitars, mandolins, drums, percussion, etc., as well as vocals.