Here’s a Collection of Recommended Equipment for Song Cover Videos

Hello!
It’s Kaoru the composer here!

Today I would like to talk about song cover videos that are gaining popularity on various video-sharing platforms such as YouTube and TikTok.
With many new stars emerging every year, I’m sure many people admire this world.

Especially in recent years, more and more creators start out as singers online and then make their professional debut, so this trend has gained a lot of attention.

So this time, I’m going to introduce recommended equipment for creating song cover videos.
I hope this article will spark the birth of a future star!

PRESONUS / Studio One 5 Professional (Japanese Version)

The first piece of equipment you’ll need for recording is what’s called a “DAW”.
This Studio One is a software that has been growing very popular in Japan.
It’s easy to use, versatile, and perfect not only for recording but also for programming!
Also, despite being an upper-grade version, its price is insanely low for what you’re getting.
It includes all the functions needed for creating song cover videos.

What deserves special attention is the integration of Melodyne 5 essential!
Melodyne is very well-known as pitch-editing software!
The new Melodyne 5 essential adds greatly improved vocal-editing tools, chord detection, and a chord grid.

You can use Melodyne to detect chords and export them directly into Studio One’s unique chord track.
Conversely, you can also extract Melodyne’s scale grid directly from Studio One’s chord track.

This kind of flexible cooperation between a DAW and pitch-editing software is a feature unique to Studio One!

In addition, the built-in plug-ins are very high quality, making them immediately useful.

If you are unsure about system requirements, I recommend starting with the free version first.

STEINBERG / UR-RT2 USB Audio Interface

A higher-end model in Steinberg’s popular “UR” series.
With stable operation and simple usability, even beginners can feel at ease.
Also, because the dspMixFx mixer application (compatible with Windows / macOS / iOS) can be used, the load on your computer is extremely low.

With the included latency-free DSP monitoring effects — Channel Strip / REV-X Reverb / Guitar Amp Classics — your sound-making possibilities expand dramatically.

The biggest feature of this audio interface is the Rupert Neve Designs transformer!
By simply operating the button and knob on the front panel, you can create a musical, expressive sound rich in harmonics.
It’s especially powerful for recording vocals, acoustic guitars, and other instruments with a wide dynamic range.

The chassis is a highly durable full-metal body, so it’s very unlikely to break under normal use!

audio technica / AT4040 Condenser Microphone

A globally popular condenser microphone.
It boasts a wide dynamic range and delivers a vivid, natural sound full of speed.
It can flexibly handle recording, broadcasting, and live performances.

The matte black baked finish also looks really cool!
Its design is stylish enough to function as part of your room decor.

This is purely subjective, but it gave me the impression of being an all-rounder that works well for both male and female voices.

KAOTICA / EYEBALL

If you are recording in a typical household environment where controlling sound reflections is difficult, I recommend this spherical ambient filter!
It wraps around the entire microphone and cuts unwanted reflections.

If you want to easily improve your recording quality, definitely try this out!

JZ MICROPHONES / Pop Filter

A pop filter that reduces noise by directing the low-frequency components of breath away to the sides as they hit the microphone.
It’s quite expensive, as it’s used in professional studios.
Being made of metal, this pop filter is highly durable and can be washed with water to maintain cleanliness.

A characteristic of metal pop filters is that they can effectively prevent popping noises without attenuating high-frequency components.
In other words, it delivers a clear sound.

This distinctive wavy design significantly reduces plosive sounds like “p” consonants, making later vocal editing so much easier!
It uses a 45cm gooseneck, allowing you to set it up freely in any position.

That wraps up the recommended equipment for song cover videos!
We live in an age where anyone can share their content with the world—it's exciting, isn’t it?

Give it a try!

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