Equipment

Essential equipment and tools for recording and audio production.

Microphones

Dynamic Microphones

• Shure SM7B - Industry standard for vocals and instruments
• Electro-Voice RE20 - Versatile dynamic microphone
• Rode Procaster - Broadcast quality dynamic

Condenser Microphones

• Neumann U87 - Industry standard large diaphragm condenser
• Audio-Technica AT4050 - Multi-pattern condenser
• Rode NT1 - Budget-friendly large diaphragm condenser

Audio Interfaces

• Universal Audio Apollo Twin
• Focusrite Scarlett Series
• RME Fireface UFX III

Microphone Accessories

• Microphone stands and boom arms
• Pop filters and windscreens
• XLR cables (quality is important!)
• Shock mounts

Headphones

• Sennheiser HD 660S - Open-back reference headphones
• Sony MDR-7506 - Closed-back studio standard
• Audio-Technica ATH-M70x - Professional monitoring

Room Treatment

• Acoustic panels
• Bass traps
• Diffusers
• Foam corners

Software

• DAW (Digital Audio Workstation)
• Audio editing software
• Plugins and effects
• Monitoring software

See Also

Check out the My Equipment page for personal recommendations and setups!