Free recording software?????

[chevelle07]

Ok i looked back a page or two to find a post like this. Maybe i cant read but i didnt find one.... so is there like any FREE recording software....i just bought a new acoustic so im lacking if funds at the moment, and im really wanting to start recording.....and even if its not free....maybe just none expensive? :confused:

[Moseph]

Next time try the search function. It'll do wonders.

Audacity: http://audacity.sf.net

Kristal Audio Engine: http://www.kreatives.org/kristal

Plogue Bidule: http://www.plogue.com/bidule/

Wavepad: http://www.nch.com.au/wavepad/

[theidiots1234]

audacity is so easy and its fun so get that.

[Woundweaver]

Audacity is really cool, but the noise reduction feature SUCKS, anyone know a decent way to do noise reduction outside of lookin for plugins?

[chevelle07]

i like your seifer....o.o

[Trigger_003]

Yeah, Moseph basically summed it up.

This is related, so I thought I'd add it here. Hope it's useful to you:

Ben Verow
The Poor Man's Guide to Recording an Acoustic Guitar
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Section 1 - Equipment

Contrary to popular belief, you don't need a ridiculously good set-up to record an acoustic guitar and get good tonal results. All you really need is a common computer microphone that can be purchased at any WalMart/K-Mart for under $15, some sort of recording program that you can adjust the equalization of the tracks on, and a sock (Yes, I said a sock. I'll get to that part later). That, and of course, your acoustic guitar. Keep in mind, the better the guitar (and the better the tone you get live with it) the better the recorded tone will be.

Section 2 - Setting it all up

When setting up your acoustic guitar you want to make sure you are in a -very- quiet place. You must keep in mind that this is not going to be plugged directly into your computer, so the slightest of noises can ruin an entire 3-minute recording. Go into a room by yourself and lock the door. If you have a lot of people in your house, put a sign on the door to let them know you are recording. Hopefully, they will be quiet when they see it. Once that is done, you are ready to set up your mic. You -never- want to aim your mic directly at the sound hole. This will cause a tremendous amount of bass and the notes will be almost indistinguishable. You instead, want to aim your microphone around the 12th fret of your guitar. This will allow the bass to come through, but only in moderation. This is where we use our handy-dandy sock. You really don't need to use this if you are recording single-note lines, but it helps a lot for chords. The sock is acting a both a windscreen and a filter for the sound. The chords, when recorded with the sock, will come out crisp, but not harsh.

Section 3 - Recording

When you sit down to record, think about what you're sitting on. If your chair creaks and squeaks a lot, find another one. Folding chairs work well because they do not have arms on them to inhibit your playing. Once you get your chair go ahead and sit down and get comfortable. Pick a position that you can play in with minimum movement for the entire song. While it may be a guitarist's instinct to start to sway or 'rock out' to what you are playing, don't. Remember: The listener can't see your performance. It's audio, not video. All it will achieve is a recording without equal volume levels throughout. After you hit the record button, use the first few seconds to clear your nose or throat, crack your knuckles, or scratch any part of you that may itch. You will not be able to stop for these things mid-song. Record your song and play it back. Make sure the tone is how you want it. If it isn't, slightly alter the angle of your mic and try again. When you think you have a good recording, listen again very carefully with headphones on for any imperfections. Remember: You want this to be as perfect as possible.

Section 4 - Equalization and Effects

After all that work getting your mic to be in just the right spot, you may still want a very slight increase of highs/mids/lows in your recording. Alter these in the EQ section until you are satisfied. In the line of effects, I wouldn't recommend more than a slight bit of reverb or chorus. Remember: The purpose of an acoustic guitar recording is so that it sounds natural. If you add a lot of effects, especially harsh ones, it will detract from the natural tone of the guitar.

[chevelle07]

awesome thanks

[Moseph]

All you really need is a common computer microphone that can be purchased at any WalMart/K-Mart for under $15.

Bullshit. Pure and simple. It might sound okay on your computer speakers or whatever, but there's a big difference between a tiny capsuled computer mic or electret and a well designed large diaphragm condenser on acoustic guitar.

What about harmonic tone? What about the space that's being played in? Maybe the guitar has sub-harmonic tones, what about those?

[chevelle07]

hey moseph i downloades audacity thanks..and my grandpa is a pastor and they just got all new mics so i can prolly get an extra from him