@@songsbyspencer hi! Thanks for responding :) of course you're right. it's all about what you need to get done and how well you know your software. I used to use Cubase, but they had some features I wanted reserved for the Pro version for 500+ Euro. So I tried reaper and the transition was pretty easy and it does what I need it to do. But yes, there is a lot of stuff in there and it can be confusing. Definitely not the easiest one for starting out! Also, I use Windows, so garageband isn't an option for me anyways haha
Yes or at least Logic. Well worth the investment. Tho I'm fine with reaper, but only because I already had a lot of vst's. But if I was starting out like he's saying....I'd go with Logic and skip a lot of the VSTs for a while.
@songsbyspencer I think it's the MOST user friendly daw actually lol. I've owned all of the major daws exept for Logic and I've always returned to Reaper, simply BECAUSE it felt the most intuitive. Then again...I hardly ever use it for midi, I use Maschine...so that changes things. It does kinda suck with midi. But Funny how that works. Guess that's why u need to just use what works for you.
I'll +1 the Reaper recommendation. Yes, there are a lot of options and menus - but there's still some logic ( :D ) behind everything. I remember trying FL Studio once - it felt like my Windows PC were transformed into a Commodore Amiga or something...
Im in this situation right now, i have been making music with no budget for a year now and i can tell you dedication and creativity is everything, i made sick drum grooves in bandlab for free on my computer's keyboard
That's what I like to hear! A true artist makes the most with what they have. When I was first starting out I had a super crappy 8 track recorder and I recorded like 100 songs on that thing.
Got to agree with the obsession with perfection. I’ve recorded a few guitar riffs I thought sounded good, but then when I look at them in Reaper, nothings lined up to the grid. It “looks” horrible so I will fix it, but then it sounds horrible.
Dude, I'm loving your channel and learning a ton from your videos. I like to second on the first point: "Invest wisely". I did that very poorly when I started and wasted a lot of time and money. Right now, I think I'm in a better place now.
I have to say, one thing I kinda disagree with - at least for me personally - is the "nothing is permanent" bit. I mean, I understand what you're saying and one shouldn't be afraid to try something different if something isn't working, but I tend to find that this approach leads to option paralysis. I'd go so far as to say that I preach the opposite to myself and other people I record for: Commit! There are a billion synth plugins to choose from and at some point you have to make a decision and move on. Same with amp-sims, drum samples, etc.. There is a very real risk of ending up turning knobs in plugins or VI's rather than actually recording music. My rule of thumb is, if you end up endlessly tweaking to make it sound right, it's probably the part, not the sound.
Very good point! Analysis paralysis is the absolute worst, and I've been there before. Most of the time when I record songs I'll try different tones and drum kits until I find one that fits the vibe, and then I do my best to move on. You could spend an entire lifetime trying to dial in the sound but most of the time those little tweaks really aren't going to make any significant difference.
I am very keen on using your program to start my own home studio. I have a spare bedroom, and already I have a behringer audio interface, rhode NT-1A studio condenser microphone and a Ibanez acoustic guitar. I have also downloaded Reaper, due to reviews and some scant research. So I have all the gear, and no idea. I use Windows, not Macbook. I am an android user through and through. What I would like to know - would your bedroom studio program be suitable for me? I am not keen to change over to Mac / iphone. Thanks for letting me know
Hey, Ralph! My course online utilizes Logic Pro, but I would say most of the information makes sense in any DAW. It's worth noting that I'm also going to be rolling out a 1-on-1 program where I work with people directly. So if you'd like a more hands-on approach specifically catered to your situation and goals, I'll be offering that very soon!
I was doing some research on autotune and I came across your video. I watched your video where you recorded a song with the auto-tune but I was looking for a way to strip auto-tunes and identify how much real talent is out there. I don’t see anyone talking about how corrupted the music industry has become how anyone with money can do anything and how people with talent have been hurt.
I see it both ways. On one hand it makes creating music more accessible, which I think is a good thing. But it also can make musicians lazy. That being said technology can only “improve” things so much. For example, with Autotune, it really only corrects your pitch. But a great vocal performance requires so much more than that. There’s no plugin you can buy that gives a vocal performance emotion and personality. The singer either has it or they don’t. I’m confident in saying that someone with money and technology will never outshine someone with genuine talent.
I think it'll make it more accessible for people to get started, which is good. I'm not too worried about it replacing human artists, because I don't think anyone wants to listen to a song completely made by a machine (aside from the novelty). When it comes to consuming art I think the artist behind it is important, and is a huge part of the appeal. For myself, I could see using it to help generate ideas that I would then turn into my own. I'm very curious for what the future holds. I use ChatGPT quite a bit and it blows my mind every single time. I'd like to say that AI will never replace real humans making music, but I thought that about copywriting and boy was I mistaken.
The value is just insane
Appreciate the support so much!
You're awesome! Thank you for your superb informative videos! 🙏🎶
Thanks, that means a lot!
If I had garageband and 1000 bucks, first thing I'd do is get rid of garageband and download reaper lol
I've only used Reaper a handful of times and every time I do I'm so out of my element. Definitely not the most user friendly DAW IMO.
@@songsbyspencer hi! Thanks for responding :) of course you're right. it's all about what you need to get done and how well you know your software. I used to use Cubase, but they had some features I wanted reserved for the Pro version for 500+ Euro. So I tried reaper and the transition was pretty easy and it does what I need it to do. But yes, there is a lot of stuff in there and it can be confusing. Definitely not the easiest one for starting out!
Also, I use Windows, so garageband isn't an option for me anyways haha
Yes or at least Logic. Well worth the investment. Tho I'm fine with reaper, but only because I already had a lot of vst's. But if I was starting out like he's saying....I'd go with Logic and skip a lot of the VSTs for a while.
@songsbyspencer I think it's the MOST user friendly daw actually lol. I've owned all of the major daws exept for Logic and I've always returned to Reaper, simply BECAUSE it felt the most intuitive. Then again...I hardly ever use it for midi, I use Maschine...so that changes things. It does kinda suck with midi.
But Funny how that works. Guess that's why u need to just use what works for you.
I'll +1 the Reaper recommendation. Yes, there are a lot of options and menus - but there's still some logic ( :D ) behind everything. I remember trying FL Studio once - it felt like my Windows PC were transformed into a Commodore Amiga or something...
Im in this situation right now, i have been making music with no budget for a year now and i can tell you dedication and creativity is everything, i made sick drum grooves in bandlab for free on my computer's keyboard
That's what I like to hear! A true artist makes the most with what they have. When I was first starting out I had a super crappy 8 track recorder and I recorded like 100 songs on that thing.
Really good videos. Thank you!
I'm glad you're enjoying the videos!
Glad to see another video from you Spencer. I truly enjoy each and every video.
All the best from Denmark.
Thank you very much!
Got to agree with the obsession with perfection. I’ve recorded a few guitar riffs I thought sounded good, but then when I look at them in Reaper, nothings lined up to the grid. It “looks” horrible so I will fix it, but then it sounds horrible.
Imperfections are what makes it good a lot of the time!
Dude, I'm loving your channel and learning a ton from your videos. I like to second on the first point: "Invest wisely". I did that very poorly when I started and wasted a lot of time and money. Right now, I think I'm in a better place now.
Great videos man! Where can I buy that desk in your video? Looks awesome!
Thanks! My desk is called "The Beat 2.0" made by the company Studio Desks.
Gracias Spencer, tus videos son excelentes!
Muy apreciado!
Really inspiring video. This makes it seem less intimidating. Thanks!
You can do it!
Great video, was superised you only have 30k followers. Great advice! You’ll grow for sho
I appreciate that!
1:36 The album covers we were able to create before AI 😆
I have to say, one thing I kinda disagree with - at least for me personally - is the "nothing is permanent" bit. I mean, I understand what you're saying and one shouldn't be afraid to try something different if something isn't working, but I tend to find that this approach leads to option paralysis. I'd go so far as to say that I preach the opposite to myself and other people I record for: Commit! There are a billion synth plugins to choose from and at some point you have to make a decision and move on. Same with amp-sims, drum samples, etc.. There is a very real risk of ending up turning knobs in plugins or VI's rather than actually recording music. My rule of thumb is, if you end up endlessly tweaking to make it sound right, it's probably the part, not the sound.
Very good point! Analysis paralysis is the absolute worst, and I've been there before. Most of the time when I record songs I'll try different tones and drum kits until I find one that fits the vibe, and then I do my best to move on. You could spend an entire lifetime trying to dial in the sound but most of the time those little tweaks really aren't going to make any significant difference.
I agree! I use this rule to not end up with something completely different from the original and messed up.
Where can I listen to your music? Great tips btw :)
I appreciate that! My music is available on all the streaming platforms under the name "Spencer Austin". Look for my new album "I did it for me"
@@songsbyspencer Thanks!
I am very keen on using your program to start my own home studio. I have a spare bedroom, and already I have a behringer audio interface, rhode NT-1A studio condenser microphone and a Ibanez acoustic guitar. I have also downloaded Reaper, due to reviews and some scant research. So I have all the gear, and no idea. I use Windows, not Macbook. I am an android user through and through.
What I would like to know - would your bedroom studio program be suitable for me? I am not keen to change over to Mac / iphone.
Thanks for letting me know
Hey, Ralph!
My course online utilizes Logic Pro, but I would say most of the information makes sense in any DAW. It's worth noting that I'm also going to be rolling out a 1-on-1 program where I work with people directly. So if you'd like a more hands-on approach specifically catered to your situation and goals, I'll be offering that very soon!
@songsbyspencer thanks for letting me know
Another banger of a video
I appreciate that!
Another great video : DD BTW, are any of your albums available somewhere???
Yep! On all the steaming platforms. My artist name is Spencer Austin, and I just put out an album called “I did it for me”.
@@songsbyspencer I love it! Great songs 🤘
I was doing some research on autotune and I came across your video. I watched your video where you recorded a song with the auto-tune but I was looking for a way to strip auto-tunes and identify how much real talent is out there. I don’t see anyone talking about how corrupted the music industry has become how anyone with money can do anything and how people with talent have been hurt.
I see it both ways. On one hand it makes creating music more accessible, which I think is a good thing. But it also can make musicians lazy. That being said technology can only “improve” things so much. For example, with Autotune, it really only corrects your pitch. But a great vocal performance requires so much more than that. There’s no plugin you can buy that gives a vocal performance emotion and personality. The singer either has it or they don’t.
I’m confident in saying that someone with money and technology will never outshine someone with genuine talent.
MacBook Air or MacBook Pro?
I had a MacBook Air. Obviously a MacBook Pro is ideal.
How do you think AI will impact music production?
I think it'll make it more accessible for people to get started, which is good. I'm not too worried about it replacing human artists, because I don't think anyone wants to listen to a song completely made by a machine (aside from the novelty). When it comes to consuming art I think the artist behind it is important, and is a huge part of the appeal. For myself, I could see using it to help generate ideas that I would then turn into my own.
I'm very curious for what the future holds. I use ChatGPT quite a bit and it blows my mind every single time. I'd like to say that AI will never replace real humans making music, but I thought that about copywriting and boy was I mistaken.