Bedroom home recording studio equipments for beginners

If you are looking to build your own bedroom home recording studio in 2022, we have the perfect guide for you. Go through this checklist of equipment you'll need and start building!

Here you will find all the gear you need to get started recording music right from the comfort of your bedroom.

Wires and cables

XLR cables

You may have a high-end condenser and a good quality audio interface, but with a worn-out XLR cable, you risk having noise in your recording. Mechanical damage, corrosion, and dry-out cracking can happen easily if you buy a cheap XLR cable.

We recommend Mogami Gold Studio - you can pick between 3, 6, 15, and 25-foot lengths.

TS vs TRS cables

So what is the difference between the two and which one do you need? TS cable connectors are perfect for instruments with mono signals, like guitars, mixers, or a receiver.

TRS cables have three contact points. They are commonly used to connect balanced equipment or for running both left and right mono signals to stereo headphones.

Microphones

Shure SM57 dynamic microphone

The Shure SM57 is one of the most legendary recording microphones on the market. Many award-winning albums have been recorded with just a single SM57, making this the best choice for a versatile mic that can do everything.

The SM57 is best suited for instruments but can also work well with vocals. It provides a very neutral sound, keeping the voice clean and clear without pops. To enhance clarity, consider using a mic stand and a pop filter.

• Perfect price range for the quality of sound
• High loudness tolerance
• Die-cast steel construction

Smartphone studio mic

Looking for a no-nonsense high-quality audio mic? Look no further. This Smartphone Studio Mic has the easiest setup among the mics we've tested. Just plug it into your device and start recording. It works with iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows, recording with studio quality of up to 24-96kHz.

• No setup hassle
• No battery to charge
• High-performance audio quality with 20Hz - 20kHz frequency response
• Direct monitoring with integrated gain control and headphone output

RODE NT1-A

If you want an incredible dynamic range, this is the all-around mic for you. You can mic up your drums or even a quiet talking voice, and the RODE NT1-A will give you a clear, quiet, and clean sound. It comes with a one-year warranty that can be extended to ten years upon registration.

• Includes a RODE SM6 shock mount, pop filter, and dust cover
• Excellent dynamic range
• Reduces hiss from grounded mics
• Comes with a full microphone setup

Audio interface

Audio interfaces allow you to connect and play with professional mics and instruments, making them an essential component of your home studio.

Scarlett USB interface

• Offers great value for money
• Several versions available depending on the number of inputs you need
• Easy to set up

Our top recommendation is the Focusrite Scarlett Studio. If you want to set up, record, and play back within five minutes, this is the best option. It simply does what it's supposed to do without fail.

It also comes with a range of software: Avid Pro Tools, Ableton, Softube, and even a three-month Splice Sounds subscription.

If you choose the Scarlett 2i2 Studio, the interface includes a CM25 MKIII condenser microphone and HP60 MkIII headphones.

DAW

Are you looking for the best value DAW subscriptions or even free ones? We’ve covered almost all DAW software available! Check out our in-depth review for DAW tools here.

Great budget monitor

If you are serious about creating quality recordings, mixing, or mastering, having good monitors is a perfect addition to your bedroom home recording studio equipment.

Adam Audio T5V

This is a highly affordable two-way monitor, perfect for smaller rooms or a home studio. It features top-end EQ adjustment and is very customizable. It also allows for both balanced and unbalanced connections.

Yamaha HS5

This 5” woofer is ideal for a bedroom home recording studio. With the HS5, Yamaha caters to both professionals and beginners while keeping it affordable. It has excellent build quality and a great frequency response, allowing for effective mixing and mastering. Its clean and refined design adds a professional feel to your studio space.

MIDI keyboard

Arturia MiniLab Mk II

At first glance, the MiniLab MKII showcases sturdy and high-quality keys, knobs, pads, pitch, and modulation controls. Some parts of the case are made from metal, giving it a solid feel. It also comes with hundreds of free virtual instruments that you can download. Ableton Lite host software is included, but it is limited to creating a maximum of eight tracks.

Genki Wave MIDI ring

This unique gestural MIDI ring controller is our top pick for saving space in your bedroom. You can wear the Genki Wave on your finger and use natural gestures to control sound. This MIDI controller recognizes six gestures: Tilt, Pan, Roll, Vibrato, Tap, and Click.

For more information, read more about MIDI controllers.