Are you ready to record?

       

There are diverse ideas lining the concept of being a recording artist. Some say that it is talent, others say gimmick. Perhaps its money and fame that has you motivated to step into the booth. The reason that you are interested isn't why we are here. Though I'm sure your desire to record great music is admirable, the question is "Are you ready?" Let's see if you have the tools that you need to record.

• First, there has to be something to record,right? Don't worry, I'm not being sarcastic intentionally. There are people who have the voice and/or recordable talent who don't have content. It happens that way sometimes however, even in those cases, there has to be substance for that person to record before booking the studio session. In most cases, songs, poems, short stories, sound effects and music are typically the audio formats that are recorded. These serve as a foundation for your recording session. Now that we have our groundwork established, let's look ahead. 
• All too often an artist will get excited about brand new work and will want to record it right away. Rushing into the studio under that emotion isn't the wisest approach to recording. There are, however, exceptions to this rule. If you have a budget that grants you that luxury, by all means go for it! As for most of us, a budget means "what can I invest?". The reason why you shouldn't rush into the studio with brand new material is because it's best to know your work inside and out before recording it. I maintain the word "know" in the context of memorization and familiarity. Knowing what you want to record and how you want to record it will minimize potential for wasted time and money.
• Money!! We all like it, need it, and use it but we don't all understand it. In terms of the world of recording, capital is a reasonably crucial concern. Fortunately, the climate of the recording industry allows for a number of options. If you are concerned about how much studio time will cost, a good idea is to research the studios in your area. Once you have met with a few studios, you can compare rates with services then determine which studio suits your needs according to your financial forecast. Yes, I said "financial forecast". Be sure to make a budget for studio expenses.   

After you have addressed these points, I think you have what it takes to begin your journey to recording. Good luck to you!!!