Home Recording Studio Under $500
This is the sweet spot for a first home studio — professional quality without professional prices. The AT2020 condenser captures vocal detail, the Scarlett 2i2 gives you two clean inputs for overdubbing, and the ATH-M50x is the reference standard for mixing at home.
Required gear total
$380
3 items
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The Gear
Audio-Technica AT2020
Large-diaphragm condenser with flat, neutral response — excellent for vocals and acoustic instruments.
$80
⭐ 4.6
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th Gen)
Two inputs for recording two sources simultaneously. Better headroom than the Solo.
$170
⭐ 4.7
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
The reference standard for tracking and mixing in home studios worldwide.
$130
⭐ 4.7
Rode PSA1
Keeps the mic at the perfect angle every session, reduces desk vibration.
$100
⭐ 4.7
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