Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs):
- Ableton Live: https://www.ableton.com/
- Pro Tools: https://www.avid.com/pro-tools
- Logic Pro X: https://www.apple.com/logic-pro/
Recording Studio Software and Tools:
- iZotope RX: https://www.izotope.com/en/products/rx.html
- Celemony Melodyne: https://www.celemony.com/en/melodyne/what-is-melodyne
- Sonarworks Reference: https://www.sonarworks.com/reference
Virtual Instruments and Plugins:
- Native Instruments Komplete: https://www.native-instruments.com/en/products/komplete
- Spectrasonics Omnisphere: https://www.spectrasonics.net/products/omnisphere
- Waves Plugins: https://www.waves.com/plugins
Audio Interfaces:
- Focusrite Scarlett series: https://focusrite.com/en/scarlett
- PreSonus AudioBox: https://www.presonus.com/products/AudioBox-USB96
- Universal Audio Apollo series: https://www.uaudio.com/audio-interfaces/apollo.html
MIDI Controllers:
- Novation Launchkey series: https://novationmusic.com/keys/launchkey
- Akai MPK Mini series: https://www.akaipro.com/mpk-mini-mk3
- Arturia KeyLab series: https://www.arturia.com/keylabmkii
Sample Libraries and Sound Libraries:
- Spitfire Audio: https://www.spitfireaudio.com/
- Native Instruments Kontakt: https://www.native-instruments.com/en/products/komplete/samplers/kontakt-6/
- EastWest Sounds: https://www.soundsonline.com/
Online Drum Samples and Loop Libraries:
- Splice Sounds: https://splice.com/sounds
- Loopmasters: https://www.loopmasters.com/
- The Loop Loft: https://www.thelooploft.com/
Drum Machine and Groovebox Tools:
- Native Instruments Maschine: https://www.native-instruments.com/en/products/maschine/
- Elektron Digitakt: https://www.elektron.se/products/digitakt/
- Roland TR-8S: https://www.roland.com/global/products/tr-8s/
Microphones:
- Shure SM58: https://www.shure.com/en-US/products/microphones/sm58
- Audio-Technica AT2020: https://www.audio-technica.com/en-us/at2020
- Neumann U87: https://www.neumann.com/u87
Studio Monitors:
- Yamaha HS Series: https://usa.yamaha.com/products/proaudio/speakers/hs_series/index.html
- KRK Rokit series: https://www.krksys.com/rokit
- JBL LSR300 Series: https://www.jblpro.com/en/products/lsr300-series
Studio Headphones:
- Audio-Technica ATH-M50x: https://www.audio-technica.com/en-us/ath-m50x
- Sennheiser HD 650: https://en-us.sennheiser.com/hd-650
- Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro: https://www.beyerdynamic.com/dt-770-pro.html
Acoustic Treatment:
- Auralex Acoustics: https://auralex.com/
- Primacoustic: https://www.primacoustic.com/
- GIK Acoustics: https://www.gikacoustics.com/
Soundproofing and Acoustic Treatment Suppliers:
- Soundproof Cow: https://www.soundproofcow.com/
- Acoustimac: https://acoustimac.com/
- RealTraps: https://realtraps.com/
Studio Furniture and Ergonomics:
- StudioDesk: https://www.studiodesk.net/
- Argosy Console: https://argosyconsole.com/
- Middle Atlantic Products: https://www.middleatlantic.com/
Studio Accessories:
- Pop Filters: https://www.sweetwater.com/c1071–Pop_Filters
- Reflection Filters: https://www.sweetwater.com/c748–Microphone_Isolation_and_Absorption
- Cable Management Solutions: https://www.sweetwater.com/c879–Cable_Management
Online Communities and Forums:
- Gearslutz: https://www.gearslutz.com/
- Sound on Sound Forum: https://www.soundonsound.com/forum
Online Music Collaboration Platforms:
- Soundtrap: https://www.soundtrap.com/
- Splice: https://splice.com/
- Kompoz: https://www.kompoz.com/
Online Courses and Education Platforms:
- Udemy: https://www.udemy.com/
- Coursera: https://www.coursera.org/
- Berklee Online: https://online.berklee.edu/
- LinkedIn Learning: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/
Books on Home Recording and Audio Engineering:
- “Mixing Secrets for the Small Studio” by Mike Senior
- “The Recording Engineer’s Handbook” by Bobby Owsinski
- “Modern Recording Techniques” by David Miles Huber and Robert E. Runstein
Music Theory Resources:
- MusicTheory.net: https://www.musictheory.net/
- Teoria: https://www.teoria.com/
- Hooktheory: https://www.hooktheory.com/
Online Music Collaboration Platforms (specifically for bands):
- BandLab: https://www.bandlab.com/
- Blend: https://blend.io/
- Trackd: https://www.trackdmusic.com/
Remote Collaboration Tools:
- Source-Live: https://source-elements.com/source-live/
- Splice Studio: https://splice.com/studio
- Ohm Studio: https://www.ohmstudio.com/
Remote Mixing and Collaboration Platforms:
- Avid Cloud Collaboration: https://www.avid.com/pro-tools/cloud-collaboration
- Soundwhale: https://www.soundwhale.com/
- Audiomovers Listento: https://audiomovers.com/listento
Online Music Production Communities:
- Splice Community: https://splice.com/community
- Ableton Live Community: https://www.ableton.com/answers/
- Reddit’s r/WeAreTheMusicMakers: https://www.reddit.com/r/WeAreTheMusicMakers/
Online Forums and Communities:
- KVR Audio: https://www.kvraudio.com/forum/
- Gearslutz Forums: https://www.gearslutz.com/board/
- Home Recording Forum: https://homerecording.com/
YouTube Channels for Recording Tips and Tutorials:
- RecordingRevolution: https://www.youtube.com/user/recordingrevolution
- Pensado’s Place: https://www.youtube.com/user/PensadosPlace
- Produce Like A Pro: https://www.youtube.com/c/ProduceLikeAPro
Podcasts about Home Recording and Production:
- The Home Recording Show: https://homerecordingshow.com/
- The Mastering Show: https://themasteringshow.com/
- The Home Studio Simplified Podcast: https://www.homestudiosimplified.com/podcast
Music Production Podcasts:
- The Mastering Show: https://themasteringshow.com/
- Song Exploder: https://songexploder.net/
- Working Class Audio: https://www.workingclassaudio.com/
Podcasting Resources:
- Libsyn: https://libsyn.com/
- SquadCast: https://squadcast.fm/
- Hindenburg Journalist: https://hindenburg.com/products/hindenburg-journalist
Music Production Blogs and Magazines:
- Sound on Sound: https://www.soundonsound.com/
- Attack Magazine: https://www.attackmagazine.com/
- Ask.Audio: https://ask.audio/
- Future Music: https://www.musicradar.com/futuremusic
- Electronic Musician: https://www.emusician.com/
Home Studio Budgeting and Planning Tools:
- Spreadsheets: Use tools like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets to create budgets and track expenses.
- Home Studio Planner: https://www.musicianonamission.com/home-studio-planner/
- Sweetwater’s Studio Planner: https://www.sweetwater.com/shop/studio/planner/
Online Music Production Courses:
- Soundfly: https://soundfly.com/
- Production Music Live: https://www.productionmusiclive.com/
- ADSR: https://www.adsrsounds.com/
Online Music Theory and Ear Training Tools:
- MusicTheory.net: https://www.musictheory.net/
- EarMaster: https://www.earmaster.com/
- Theta Music Trainer: https://trainer.thetamusic.com/
Online Mastering Services:
- LANDR: https://www.landr.com/
- eMastered: https://www.emastered.com/
- CloudBounce: https://www.cloudbounce.com/
Online Mixing and Mastering Services:
- Abbey Road Studios Online Mixing and Mastering: https://www.abbeyroad.com/online-mixing-and-mastering
- Doctor Mix: https://www.doctormix.com/
- The Mixdown Online: https://www.themixdownonline.com/
Copyright and Royalty-Free Music Resources:
- Epidemic Sound: https://www.epidemicsound.com/
- AudioJungle: https://audiojungle.net/
- Artlist: https://artlist.io/
Online Music Business and Marketing Resources:
- CD Baby DIY Musician Blog: https://diymusician.cdbaby.com/
- Music Business Worldwide: https://www.musicbusinessworldwide.com/
- Cyber PR Music: https://cyberprmusic.com/blog/
Studio Backup and Data Management:
- Backblaze: https://www.backblaze.com/
- Carbonite: https://www.carbonite.com/
- Time Machine (built-in backup for Mac users): https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201250
Studio Workflow and Organization Tools:
- Trello: https://trello.com/
- Asana: https://asana.com/
- Evernote: https://evernote.com/