Recording vocals - Multitrack Recorder?

[floodedjesus]

Hello guys, I'm new here so apologies if this question gets asked a million times!

I would like to record guide vocals over instrumentals in my bedroom. I've been told that an 8 track recorder can do this job but as I'm new to production I would like some advice on what exactly I need.

- Multitrack recorder
- Mic
- Mac (with Garageband?)

Anything else?

Budget isn't really an issue so all types of suggestions welcome

Thank you!

 

[audiotecnicality]

If you're looking to get into this heavy and budget is not an issue, I'd recommend Pro Tools over Garage Band. Much better workflow. Highly recommend Mac over PC - and I'm not an Apple fanboy, I just find myself spending *far* less time maintaining my Mac than I do my PC.

If all you're ever going to do is one vocal at a time, you can go with less in the way of track count. That said, I started with 8, got addicted to recording, and upgraded to 24 so I can record full up live shows

I recommend the Focusrite Saffire 56 for an 8-channel (expandable) interface. You get 6 of their stock preamps, and 2 limited versions of their Liquid Pre's, and they all sound great.

The sky is the limit when it comes to microphones - there are great tools anywhere from $100 to $10,000. I typically like a condenser versus dynamic or ribbon. I really like the C414, but it's $1,000. They also do a cheaper C214 version ($400). The RE20 is a good dynamic mic ($400) for vocals, but much darker naturally than a condenser. I also use the AT2020 ($100). There's a similar version AT2035 ($150) that has a 10dB pad and low cut built in.

Plenty of options out there, man. Post back if you have more questions!