Important Equipment Required in a Home Recording Studio Essential Equipment for a Home Recording Studio | Page 5

List of must-have Equipment for a Great Home
Recording Studio:
3) Microphones:
 You might need multiple types of microphones for various purposes, but it's good to start
with at least 1 or 2 types of microphones. Other ones will be dependent on the devices you
use and the instruments you plan to record. Since most people buy a microphone to record
vocals, the below options are highly recommended :
 Rode NT1A: For any “high-frequency-rich” instruments such as acoustic guitar, piano, or
cymbals.
 AKG P170: For drums, percussion, and electric guitar amps, this is the best mic to start with.
 Shure SM57: For bass guitar, kick drums, and other low-frequency instruments, this is a great
mic to start with.