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Creating my first "Riff" – > How to do? Equipment?

Julian Penz

New Student
Nov 11, 2019
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Yeah, Thank you! My mobile phone is a Huawei P20 with an excellent camera! But it has not the best microphone. I think a little upgrade is a good idea.
A few weeks ago an employee from Music Store Cologne recommended me a portable microphone called Zoom H2N. Don’t know if it’s good.
So as always thank you for your time
 
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Jak Angelescu

Guest
Can’t wait to see it! I agree with everything here. I usually just use my Samsung Galaxy S9 because it has a REALLY good camera and a REALLY good mic. BUT, if you want to really do professional looking/sounding stuff, it is best to not use a device that runs the cam and the mic together. If you need any help setting up Scarlett/Audio interfaces (which I am getting use to), Ed Seith and Andrew Fernandez are really awesome students to reach out to on here.
But I’m going to tell you something I tell all the students:
Wanting your videos to look clear and sound clear is great, but remember, you’re trying to be a guitarist and not a videographer. Try not to get overly wrapped up in your video presentation and spend more time focusing on your actual guitar skills. That’s the great thing about this site. NO ONE cares if you use the most crummiest quality of recording device and perfect lighting. Unless you’re trying to be a teacher online for youtube, don’t stress TOO much about what gear you have.
PS: I REALLY can’t wait to see your video! Save Me is one that very few people attempt!
 

Noah Berends

Campfire Attention Holder
  • Nov 11, 2019
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    Fort Wayne, IN
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    I use both my phone and a recording interface depending on how much “work” I wanna put in. If I’m simply recording something for reference or a quick demo, I’ll record it on my phone. If i’m putting together a larger piece, I’ll use my interface and mic.