Hi All, I want to record my electric guitar onto computer and I was wondering what the best way to do it is. What are peoples thoughts on devices like the M Audio Black Box or Boss Micro BR? I would also like to add realistic drum tracks to my music, is the best way to do this via keyboard? I am told I can tap out the rhythms this way rather than do it mechanically using the mouse.

I'd like commentary on an idea I've had to record a guitar amp with another guitar-tailored speaker (used as a microphone, a la Yamaha's SubKick), and particularly one of the same make, model, and size.

Specifically, it occurs to me that using a 12" Alnico Blue speaker right on top of my Voice AC 15 might be cool for the following reasons:

I want to start recording my songs, they are basically acostic guitar and vocals, but I'm wondering if anyone knows what a good basic microphone would be and software for my pc, or any other equipment i might need. right now the only equipment I have is my guitar, and computer.
thanks

Is it considered a valid option to track heavy and distorted guitars clean, leaving the option to choose a sound at a later date?
Say for example you've got the riff off to a tee, but you can't find the sound
straight the way.

Does anyone have any ideas on how to get this type of guitar sound.
Kind of bright rock guitar with a punky feel.
The bass seems to be very prominent which probably makes most of the low end, leaving the guitar to work higher up.
Any help appreciated, I'm sure it will be easy for the more experienced rock guitar recorders to hear what it's all about.

Last night had a friend come by who wanted to "record a song." Well as it turns out it was a 13 minute folky fingerstyle type song. He did a juicy good job, but I had some trouble. I'm used to laying one track down at a time, or multiple mics for something like drums.

Just curious, what units do you use/recommend? And do guys know if there is anything else like the guitarbug, but higher quality? (I Have a feeling i am going to end up having to use a clip on belt transmitter or something, but still would prefer something that just goes right where the guitar input jack is)

Thanks! I wanna move on to wireless =D

I'm looking for a great full - professional - clean - amazing - distorted - guitar sound.

If I had the money I would

grab a collection of vintage and new tube amps and cabinets and send the guitar to several of them with true tube distortion and mix it to perfection...

but I dont have that money...

can anyone give me some input on this?
how realistic is it? i would like to hear a recording of the synth being used. i am thinking, you could make the midi sound less fake by Micing the speakers.

people get angry with me when i say midi sounds fake (i dont know why... I'm assuming its my ignorance,) so i dont mean to offend anybody 8)

Hi

I record songs in a voice and acoustic guitar format (no other instruments). I'm searching for a nice stereo mic (up to about £500/$1000). I've tried the RODE NT4 but the tone wasn't quite there for me.