GarageBand isn’t just about Apple Loops and software instruments – Apple’s entry-level music workstation is an extremely capable multi-track audio recorder, capable of capturing almost any live instrument you can think of. Equipment-wise, to record live instruments such as guitar and vocals, you’re going to need a good quality microphone and an audio interface with a decent mic preamp. A quality pair of closed-back headphones is also essential to prevent the sound of your backing track being picked up on the mic while recording. As far as mic choice goes, a good all-round option is a large-diaphragm condenser type, as these cope well with most home recording needs. There’s also the option of using a USB mic, which has a … Continue reading Top 10 tips for recording live instruments in GarageBand