Audio system is one of the most significant equipments of any home especially if there is a youngster. They are available in form of HI-FI music system, Mini Audio system which is available with different connectivity and capacity. Some of the most sought after music systems consist of home, Digital and car audio system and many more. These generally feature graphic equalizers, remote control, auto-reverse mode and many other things.

Car Audio – is the system generally used in automobile. It is one of the most popular and sought after equipments that include tape player, radio, CD player along with MP3 and DVD player. This is one of the most variedly used equipments of your automobile which is upgraded as an aftermarket item. If you are going for a long drive without any source of music in your car then your drive would turn into a really boring one even if you are with your dear one.

There is a range of cheap car music systems available in the market such as DUB1200N and Volfenhag Car audio model no. ZX4712DVX. Pioneer is another company which offers a great audio system that exhibits a detachable CD/MP3 player along with remote control.

Pioneer is a premium company known for offering excellent music machines for your car. It exhibits in dash MP3/WMA/WAV system which will make your journey through car an enjoyable and refreshing one. Sony is another highly preferred brand which offers cheap model such as CDX-GT300 that has an in-built amplifier.

Portable Audio Systems – gives you the freedom to take your music system with you wherever you want to move. Portable audio system can be run on battery power or plug it in the electric socket. It includes portable iPod digital music system, portable DVD player and many more.

Portable iPod Digital music system is one of the most popular devices which make your journey or your free time enjoyable. Apples iPod is one of the best and the most popular music system that is included in portable audio system.

Most models of Apple iPod’s are integrated with video camera, and hold a colossal 160GB memory which enables the user to store data up to 40,000 songs. The iPods are ideal for home listening as well as they can be used while getaways during weekends and outings with families.

Computer Audio System – speaker is used as an integral part of computer audio system is an electromechanical device which is able to convert electrical signals into sound. For producing a varied range of frequencies, most of the computers require couple of speakers especially for high fidelity. The market is full packed with a range of music equipments such as the Companions Series and many more. Companions Series is one of the best multimedia speakers known for delivering superior quality sound and music and multimedia devices.

The sound produced by the computers via these speakers is as good as the sound produced by any HI -FI systems. The speakers associated with computer can be used with iPods, home and automobile audio systems with headsets. The leading manufacturers of the computer speaker system include Altec Lancing, Logitech, Yamaha and several other which offer quality sound system at the most affordable price.

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Speaking of what are audio devices, these are machines that control the audio data, including both the digital and analogue, in terms of the tone and volume managements. More specifically, an audio input device works as a tool to record music and input sounds into the computer. Examples of such devices are microphones and CD-Rom players. The output devices, on the other hand, would be like headsets, microphones and speakers.

There is also something called the computer audio device. Basically it is an audio card, more of a computer extension card that assists in the input and output of sounds into and out from the computer. The cards will play the role of an audio component responsible for multimedia applications that include editing audio or video, education, music composition, presentation and game. Some computers have the sound capabilities embedded in it but others may need the use of an additional external card.

The USB devices and software can be used in relations to computers. More often than not, they are used to improve the sound quality and volume of the computer without the need of some bulky devices or connections for extra power. Particularly, the software can boost the abilities of the device in editing, publishing audio and recording on your computer.

According to some information on what are audio devices, the device can be further enhanced using something called “driver”. The drivers will create communication channels between the device and the computer. A message of error will be displayed if the device is not detected by the computer. Thus only the internal speakers may be responsible for the audio sounds. The most commonly made mistake that causes the error message is incorrect installation of the driver. Be sure to check that the driver is fixed according to the corresponding device. There are also other troubleshooting methods to check for incorrect or loose connections and if the audio has been set to auto mode on the computer’s BIOS.

To check the BIOS settings, you can reboot your computer and using the function keys stated in the computer’s user guide, enter the setup program into your BIOS setting. Look out for the audio mode and make sure auto is selected. Then you can update your audio driver. The device hardware may not be compatible to the driver in your computer so ensure that you are using the latest driver. You can also seek assistance from the manufacturer regarding the newest driver device. Plus, you can try to reinstall the audio device. Sometimes incorrect installation or loose cable connections may also lead to the display of error message. Check on the cables then reinstall the software all over again. Or you can attempt to try the device on other computers to see if they are working.

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I wanted to start briefly with a very short history on audio recording to express the incredible journey we have already taken, and explain how we can move forward dramatically.

As many of you know, around the 80′s, if you wanted to record audio to your computer, or even tape, you needed a microphone, or two, (still do), and they in turn, had to be connected to a mixing console, which in turn required tape machines typically of the open reel type, if you were serious. The reason for the open reel machines was that for any editing to take place after the fact, you had to actually move, or jog the tape across the heads of the reel to reel recorder, and know how to precisely mark the point on the tape that needed to be cut, as well as then putting the machine into play mode, while the unwanted tape segment spooled off the reel, and onto the floor, till you then found the out point, to cut the tape again.

Some of you may be thinking back to those glorious days of audio editing with some fondness, but believe me, it was time consuming, and certainly not for the every day person. The machines cost a substantial amount, and you needed to really be into the whole idea of editing, and what can be done in a matter of minutes today, by a seasoned operator, could take a good few hours back then.

I felt it important to raise this issue of history, to appreciate the tremendous strides that have taken place in audio recording today. I understand that for a new person to the recording scene, it may all still seem a little complicated, but it is relative. Unlike back then, which required the best part of a good few thousand dollars, and then some, you can be set up today for under one thousand dollars, and sometimes, much less, depending on what you already have.

So, that begs the question- what do you actually need to set off on this journey?

I would like to say at this point, that there are any number of combinations of equipment that you could use. Apart from the essentials, (again, open to variation) of a computer, microphone, mic stand and USB cable, there rest are truly options, for the more serious minded. Audio is, and always will be a possible area for sinking large amounts of cash, if you want to always be getting the next best thing. However, please remember I am talking about setting up a basic studio here, and will discuss the optional extras in future articles, as I know that some of you are interested in processing equipment, like sound finalizers, reverberation equipment, compressors, and let’s face it, the list can be endless, or at least as long as your budget!

Having addressed that caveat, I would like to advise that as I understand that for many people, the budget is a big factor, many home recording enthusiasts, or artists wanting to record their work, for that matter, can start off small, and add more equipment as their success grows. However, please do not fall for the sales line that you absolutely must have product x or y, or your recording will be terrible. It simply is not true.

In fact, the audio purist line goes in favour of the least possible amount of electronics in the line, for maximum fidelity. Just a thought there for everyone.

Having said this, laptops can be purchased relatively cheaply these days, and whilst disk size is nice to have, an average laptop will really do quite well. If you need to splurge on your laptop, the best area is on greater amounts of RAM, or memory, as this will enhance the performance of your machine. In addition, there are two software packages that I recommend, one is free, being Audacity, as well as the Sony Audio Studio, that I still very reasonably priced, but if funds are tight, Audacity is fine for a start.

I mentioned the use of a mic stand, as this will make it easier to suspend over the centre of the piano, or to place with resect to any other instrument you may be playing. Please ensure that your mic is a large diaphragm type, so that you can capture the rich bass of the natural sound. The primary difference between a consumer mic and a professional or ‘pro-sumer’ (the mic that is above a consumer, but on the budget end of professional), is the size of the diaphragm, or part that captures the sound waves, and converts them to the digital signal. This si where the USB mic comes in, in as much as it is a plug and play arrangement, where your laptop, if running windows, or Mac software, will typically recognise and self install the drivers for the microphone to work in a matter of a minute or two.

If you were not interested in anything else, this point will get you going, albeit with less than you can actually do. I mean that the software is quite powerful, but if this is the limit of your technical interest, this much will get you started. All you need to do now is experiment with your microphone placement, for the best sound quality. Regardless of the software you are using, you need to ensure you set the recording levels to a little below the peak area on the metering.

In digital audio, unlike with analogue, you can record at quite high levels, but if you go just a little bit higher, where you over load the input, you will get a terrible distortion, as the sound wave is actually cut off in this case, whereas with analogue, the distortion is gradual, and not so immediate. Hence, look after your levels, where you are about ten decibels below total overload peak. However, please play around to test this for yourself. The technical term for the above is leaving some head room, or ‘safe level’ area before you clip the sound, and distort it. Digital systems allow a high recording level, but do not clip it.

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If you have a Mac, you know that your computer is designed to process massive amounts of information quickly and easily. One of the greatest things about Macs is the user-friendly component-you don’t have to be a computer genius to figure one out. But when it comes to picking a computer audio interface for your Mac, what do you need to know? Here are some things to keep in mind as you get started:

• Consider what is your ideal input/output configuration. The setup can vary – starting with basic, single input devices for guitarists to multiple input and output interfaces designed for professional sound applications. For most users, upgrading to an external 2 input/2 output interface is the best way to get good sound from your Mac
• Figure out your budget. Computer audio interfaces can range in price from $50 to over $5,000.
• The next thing to think about is making sure the system requirements of your top picks are compatible with your Mac. A good way to do this is to browse the company’s website or see what other users are saying who also use Macs. If you can’t find any user reviews, don’t buy the product

By investing a little money into a computer audio interface, you can enjoy amazing musical and audio capabilities. Make sure you do your homework, pick one that’s within your budget, and always read reviews on the product before you spend the money. Then get ready to rock ‘n roll.

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If you want to record and edit audio on your computer then the first thing you will need is the appropriate software. Looking for computer audio recording and editing software can be confusing if you don’t know what you are looking for.

Here are some key features of any good audio program:

• Ability to record using a computer microphone.
• Easy editing with cut, paste and copy.
• Ability to import and export a number of formats including mp3.
• Volume adjustment.
• Dub over pre-recorded tracks for multiple layers in one recording.
• Editing to remove background noises, static and other disturbances.
• Records and saves in multiple qualities and speeds.

Armed with these requirements you may start searching out new programs. There is one program that is used far and wide by online business owners for editing audio and it’s available completely free of charge. That program is Audacity. While Audacity is a great program and I highly recommend you check it out your search does not end there if you want to get your audio online.

Once you have recorded the audio for your website, blog or where ever you intend to put it you then need to have it hosted somewhere. Here are your options:

1. On Your Website Hosting

2. On a Free Audio Host

3. On a Paid Audio Host

Let’s go into these options in a bit more detail.

1. Website
Hosting your audio files on your website can get expensive. If you have a host that allows you limited space and bandwidth you are likely to run into problems. Audio files can be large and take up a lot of space on your hosting account, causing you to pay a lot extra in fees to have it there. Also, bandwidth is used up when someone listens to your audio so if you get a lot of listens you may also end up paying for extra bandwidth too.

2. Free Audio Host
Hosting your audio free can sometimes be useful. Websites like BlogTalkRadio are available to let you create audio live with an audience and then store that audio on their website. This is a good option for some but be aware that for this free service you are giving up the kind of control you would have on your own website. On these types of free hosts there is typically advertising and of course you are sharing the website with hundreds or thousands of other audio publishers.

3. Paid Audio Host
This is the one I use for my podcasting and audio needs. I prefer to pay a company that specializes in audio hosting because I can keep my files neatly organized and hosted in one place. I also have complete control over where the files are stored and who gets to view them. When I put my audios up on my own website there is no competition or distractions taking visitors attention away from my content. The program I use to record, host and stream my audios also does the same for videos. It is a multi-function program with many features that help me build my business and reach my target market.

No matter what software you choose for your computer audio recording, editing and hosting needs be sure to do your research and find what suits your business best.

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