Studio/Performance Gear
Below is a list I’ve compiled of gear I use both in the studio and on stage in my live performances. It’s not everything, but it’s a pretty in depth look at some of the tools I like to use. I’ve been slowly collecting all these items, and you can certainly make excellent music with a minimal setup. I will get a small percentage of any purchases made using these affiliate links. Thank you in advance for helping to support my music!
Computer & Tablets
New Apple MacBook Pro (16-inch, 16GB RAM, 1TB Storage, 2.3GHz Intel Core i9) – Space Gray
Note:
These aren’t the exact specs of my 2020 Macbook Pro, although this one is a great deal, and it’s better than the mid-2012 Macbook Pro I’ve used the last 8 years to make music.
You will also need a USB C adaptor to connect to your audio interface and midi controllers. See the music & tech accessories below for the one I use.
(Renewed) Apple iPad 9.7 inches with WiFi 32GB- Space Gray (2017 Model) 5th Generation
Apple iPhone 11 Pro Max, 256GB, Midnight Green, Fully Unlocked (Renewed)
Audio Interface
Focusrite Scarlett 2i4 USB Audio Interface Bundle with XLR Cable and Austin Bazaar Polishing Cloth
Studio Monitors & Test Speakers
JBL Charge 3 Waterproof Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Black)
Headphones
Apple AirPods with Wired Charging Case
Midi Controllers
Ableton Push 2 Controller Instrument
M Audio Oxygen 49 Midi Keyboard
QuNexus Smart Sensor Keyboard Controller
Korg nanoPAD2 Slim-Line USB MIDI Pads – White
Music Applications
Live 10 Suite & Push 2 Controller Bundle:
Reason Studios AB Multitrack Recording Software (11)
Hardware Synths
Moog Minitaur Bass Synthesizer
Stands & Cases
PYLE-PRO Laptop Stand (PLPTS26)
UGREEN Cell Phone Stand Holder
Avantree CP901 Gooseneck Phone Holder
OtterBox DEFENDER SERIES Case for iPad (5th Gen) / iPad (6th Gen) – Retail Packaging – BLACK
Microphones & Portable Recorder
Rode PodMic Cardioid Dynamic Podcasting Microphone
Blue Microphones Baby Bottle SL Large-Diaphragm Condenser Microphone (Renewed)
Music & Tech Accessories
fOfima USB C Hub, MacBook Pro Air Adapter, 8-in-2 Thunderbolt 3 USB-C Adapter Hub