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GarageBand For Dummies, 2nd Edition
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GarageBand For Dummies, 2nd Edition

by Bob LeVitus
August 2020
Beginner
464 pages
11h 17m
English
For Dummies
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Chapter 25

Ten Ways to Take Your Recordings to the Next Level

IN THIS CHAPTER

check Discussing microphones yet again

check Tuning your room so recordings sound better

check Making your songs sound better by throwing cash at them

Okay, now that you understand how to work with GarageBand, here are some ways that you can make your songs even better. Alas, most of the suggestions in this chapter cost money, but each one will contribute to making your GarageBand compositions sound even better than before.

Getting a Better Microphone

If you record acoustic instruments or vocals, an easy way to make your recordings sound better is to use a better microphone. You can find details about getting a microphone to suit your needs in Chapter 2. Audio magazines and websites are also good sources of more detailed information about mics; these sources review recording equipment all the time, and they may be your best bet for learning more about specific mics and models.

That said, here are a few general tips about microphones:

  • You don’t have to spend a lot of money to get a decent mic. Don’t spend more than $200 on a mic unless you're extremely serious about recording. Many excellent microphones are available ...
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