Help For Someone Who Is New To Recording

[morning_star53]

I've been workin on a project lately and I want to start recording soon.

I need some recommendations on a recording interface for my computer.

I'm usin a guitar, keyboard, bass, a microphone, and a drum machine on the music.

I dont wanna spend more than $350

thank you for your help

[fuzzyhair]

I've been workin on a project lately and I want to start recording soon.

I need some recommendations on a recording interface for my computer.

I'm usin a guitar, keyboard, bass, a microphone, and a drum machine on the music.

I dont wanna spend more than $350

thank you for your help

I use the toneport gx for guitar and bass.

I use the alesis 8usb mixer for vocals, drums, and anything else.

You will probably want a condenser microphone and a dynamic. I have

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Behringer-XM8500-Microphone?sku=270490
and
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Nady-Metal-Pop-Filter?sku=426600
and
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/MXL-MXL-990-Condenser-Microphone-with-Shockmount?sku=273156

This is a good setup. I am satisfied.

If you don't want the toneport you don't need it. It just makes getting the guitar sound easy.

You can mic your amp with a condenser and a dynamic and get a killer sound also.

So that ends up being around $300 max?

not bad.

[Classic Original]

Hey, good answer, but I'm looking for some simple computer software for multi track recording. Something you don't have to be a 8 year trained computer tech to operate.
Anybody have any suggestions?

[Screamin_Demon_Auz]

Audacity. Its free too so its worth a try at least

[fuzzyhair]

Audacity. Its free too so its worth a try at least
Yep, that's what I use.

[Moseph]

I'd suggest getting an interface with no fewer than 2 line level inputs, 1 mic pre with phantom power, 1 instrument/guitar input, and MIDI I/O. You can probably find this for about $200.

Most of the less expensive devices will be USB 1.1 or USB 2.0, and I'd suggest going 2.0: that will give you more freedom for sample-rate and bit-depth.

Another thing to consider is the OEM software package that would be included in this decision. Some devices have a more robust software package than others. For instance, the M-Audio Fast Track Pro and the E-mu 0404|USB are both about $200 with comparable features. However, the E-mu unit includes significantly more and varied software. On the other hand, the Fast Track has a better reputation for hardware. So there's some research that should be done.