how to record music/covers (for beginners/noobs)

Ever wanted to learn how to record a cover or music to post online? For Youtube, Spotify, Soundcloud, or whatever platform your heart desires? Maybe everything you've searched up online is a little complex for you to understand. Well, in this video, I'll walk you through how I do it in the simplest way possible.

If you have any questions, feel free to comment them down below and I'll get to you asap!

ENJOY! LOVE YALL
- Annie
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Timestamps:
Intro: 0:00
Recording Explained 00:40
Equipment: 1:26
Recording: 3:40
Recording Demo: 4:31
Syncing and Ending: 6:04
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Here are some great budget/starter mics :
↳AKG P120 ($70)

↳Audio-Technica AT2020 ($99)

↳Audio-Technica AT2020 USB ($149)

↳Rode NT1A Package
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Here are some budget/starter audio interfaces:

↳Focusrite Scarlett Solo ($119)

↳M-Audio Air 192/4 ($119)

↳Presonus Audiobox USB 96 ($99)
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[ SOCIALS ]

[ MY MUSIC ]

[ MUSIC IN THIS VIDEO ]

[ TECH INFO ]
+ Camera – Canon M50
+ Lens – 15-45mm, 50mm 1.8f/s, 16mm 1.4f/s
+ Mic – Audio Technica 2035
+ Audio Interface – Focusrite Scarlett Solo (3rd Gen)
+ DAW – Logic Pro X
+ Video Editing Software – Final Cut Pro X

[ BUSINESS INQUIRIES ]

[seharsharma]

i used to sing with a mic and my voice used to come out from a speaker. then i bought an audio interface and the sound quality improved soo much!!!

[affordabledesertliving]

Annie at the ripe age of 67 I am trying some singing. I edit lots of youtube videos for my busy channel but had NO CLUE as to how to record singing. This was EXACTLY what I needed as an intro to start with. Excellent video!

[toyosioloruntoba]

Exactly what I needed. YouTube is getting suspicious 👀

OMG, thank you all for all the likes!!💕

[Charlizeworks]

content creators like this are so rare. She clearly puts alot of effort into her vids and I love it sm!!!

[LocalTadpole]

0:45 familiarize with equipment depending on platform.
1:05 can record with different tech.
1:30 choose recording equipment.
2:05 choose your mic.
2:20 USB mic is easy.
2:40 condenser is a middle man to computer.
3:10 multiple mics, instrument inputs.
3:40 budget interface to start with.
3:55 using mic means separate app like Audacity.
4:20 different audio apps.
4:35 Logic Pro X.
4:55 audio interface needs to be plugged in to go into recording.
5:15 select tracks want to put in.
5:35 push red button.
6:05 sync audio and instrumentals with computer or phone app.

[evas]

You are literally the most UNDERRATED youtuber it’s

[PetertheRock.]

Gosh! I only started trying to do this today, and quickly realised that it's not easy singing, reading lyrics, playing backing music and filming all at the same time! So you've reinforced the sense of realism I need, and many thanks for that!

[PianoHits]

I couldn't care about recording but yt recommended you so much I finally clicked, I liked your energy found your song distracted it's so easy to listen to yet catchy you deserve more, keep going Annie 💖💙💜

[jeremiahrenteria]

I’ve never had someone explain this so clearly and show you. Most tutorials are very fast and very unclear. They leave out how to configure the hardware. It may be dumb but I struggle with that sometimes

[calebdizon.]

I wish I watched this 6 years ago when I barely started to record music. I've come a long way, but still got SO MUCH to learn!! Everyday while recording covers, there's always something new to troubleshoot or learn. This is awesome!!

[AnnieDang]

HELLOOO!! What are some things you guys wanted to record? What are you guys working on? would love to hear about your projects and ideas in the comments below (I'll read them all, I promise!) <3 And if you have any questions, please ask away and I'll try my best to answer and help you out! LOVE YALL!!!

edit: after reading some comments relating to financials and budgets, i just wanted to remind everyone here that you DON’T need crazy equipment to start off. ***this video was made for beginners who are looking to begin their journey WITH equipment.*** having equipment will help with the quality of your recording, yes. but, if acquiring microphones, audio interfaces, and headphones are out of your budget, i suggest just starting off recording everything with your phone! there are tons of apps you can try out that are amazing to use. It’s not about what you DON’T have, but what you ALREADY have. these are just material things, while your talents are beyond physical. greatness starts with the mastery of what you are given and I KNOW that you guys are capable of such!

[celestia]

Off topic but can we take a moment and appreciate her editing coz ma this editing is indeed adorable and cool atst. The aesthetic of this video is chef’s kiss fr. 😻
New subs here !!

[RavitejaGMusic]

😮OMG.. What a timing.. I found your channel last night by "how to write a song" Video, that really inspired and guided me for song writing. I immediately made a playlist of tutorial for song writing. And now I was searching for how to record( just to add to playlist as of now) and there you are. One hour ago!! BTW.. I checked all your 3songs and was hooked to company on the first listen, you have such a great voice and great editing skills too:)Thanks for these videos, Keep going, you deserve A LOT❤

[PernillasPolitiskaÅsikter]

Thank you. Loved the analogue to being the middle man/translator.

[msp]

i see many comments here from a year ago now i viewed their channels they became so good. its so good to see them improving. its really inspirational

[livvylivvy]

your room and literally this entire video is SO aesthetically pleasing, omg 🥺💗

[ayek]

5:40 I wasn’t ready for that you‘re singing so beautifully

[anuthomas]

I'm just 15 yr old and I'm broke.. What can I do except crying or keeping those pain inside 🥺, when you love to record music. Anyways thanks for this video love♥️. Thank you so much. Lots of respect to you.

[NappingNomad]

As a complete beginner this video was extremely helpful. Straight to the point, easy to understand and did not overwhelm me with extra information. Instantly subscribed, thank you.

[The-radio-demon-is-a-artist]

Thank u! I'm a teen trying to make money and get guidance when it goes to singing with no help whatsoever so I appreciate your help you have a beautiful voice :D