Digital Recording 101 - A
Here are some links to some good info regarding mixing for beginners as well as the more advanced;
MIXING, MASTERING, RECORDING, POST, EDITING, RESTORATION
This is a link to a decent DAW (recording software) that has a free trial period if you just want to try yer hand at the recording/mixing gig. It got some good feed back on another site I frequent as well.
REAPER is a powerful Windows application for multi track recording and editing of audio.
This last link is about acoustics and setting up yer room to get the best possible sound. Just rearranging some furniture, placement of speakers/monitors and such can make a huge difference to the quality of the music you listen to even if you are not into recording.
Hazz
Nice, thanks Hazz. Very
Nice, thanks Hazz. Very useful looking links.
What do I need ...
Just to add, I found this little blurb about what you need for recording at home. It does not give specific gear but just a general idea of what you need.
What do I need for a home recording studio?
"With today's powerful computer systems, you can build a complete pro-studio in your home. Keep in mind, you'll want plenty of hard drive space and RAM for most audio work (minimum 40-80 GB hard drive and 512 MB - 1 GB RAM).
There are almost as many equipment options as there are home-studio enthusiasts, but all recording rigs have a few things in common.
First, you need a way to get your music into the computer. Audio interfaces convert your instrument and vocal tracks into data for non-destructive editing, processing, and distribution. Most interfaces use USB or Firewire connections, so check to see what's available on your computer.
You'll also need software to record and edit your tracks. There are several options, so pick a program that best suits your style. While not absolutely necessary, hardware control surfaces provide a more tactile feel than trying to tweak settings with a keyboard and mouse. Most controllers use MIDI, so you may want to choose an audio interface with on-board MIDI support.
Finally, a good set of studio monitors will help you get the best mix for a polished final product. Many manufacturers offer great-sounding, magnetically-shielded bookshelf monitors specially designed for computer recording.
Don't forget to stock up on all the cables and adapters you need to connect your gear. Nothing is more frustrating than slowing the creative flow because you're missing a patch-cord. These basic tools are all you need to make pro-quality recordings, whenever the mood strikes."
Hope that helps
Hazz
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