These days, it is no secret that the technology available on our computers and even our phones can record and engineer audio that is fairly high quality, and that this technology is pretty easy for even a beginner to use. When you can carry your recording studio around in your pocket, why is it necessary to book a professional recording studio in San Antonio for your band’s new album?
While DIY recording technology can be great for laying down rough demos and experimenting with different sounds and effects, we here at Windmill Valley Recording firmly believe that there are some things you just can’t get from a laptop. Here’s a look at the benefits of using a professional recording studio in San Antonio.
- A real band feel: If you want an album that is more based on electronic effects, then your computer might do the job just fine. But if your rock, jazz, country or alternative band wants the record to sound like you were actually all playing in the same room together, you can’t match the “real band feel” of a professional recording studio.
- Great equipment: Great grand piano, top of the line guitar re-amping, and vintage microphones are just a few of the pieces of equipment that you won’t be able to get from a home recording experience. When you record in a high end studio, the equipment and instruments surrounding you will affect your sound, giving you a more professional result.
- Analog sound: Windmill Valley Recording is proud to be home to a great set of microphones and pre-amplifiers, and we think they give our tracks a warmer, more live feeling. However advanced your digital recording tools may be, your album will end up lacking that signature analog sound, which is becoming more and more rare these days. Give your next record an edge by using all the great tools at your disposal when you book a professional studio.
- Professional feedback: When your band records a song on your computer, you only have each other and your friends to give feedback and make suggestions. At a professional recording studio like Windmill Valley Recording, however, you will benefit from the experience and input from audio experts who have recorded thousands of tracks.
- Timing and environment: One thing that we so often hear from our clients is that they appreciate the separate, comfortable, & focused environment the recording studio provides for them. Once you book recording time, you have a planned time line by which your record will be completed, which helps many musicians stay focused on the final product. Not recording in the same place where you live, eat, and sleep will help you and your band-mates to approach the endeavor seriously and deliberately.
You won’t know for sure if a recording studio is right for your band until you try it. This is certainly a step worth exploring. If you are interested in using a San Antonio professional recording studio for your next project, we hope you’ll get in touch with Windmill Valley.