For homeowners in need of home music studio ideas, the possibilities can seem endless. You can do anything from a simple home studio setup to a luxurious and highly customized space, no matter the size of room you're working with.
To help you tackle the basics, here are some home music studio tips to get you started:
Start With Soundproofing
Soundproofing is essential for creating a successful home studio. Acoustic foam in music rooms helps eliminate echo and reduce reverb. However, while an effective acoustic treatment, these tiled surfaces do not fully soundproof a room.
If you're interested in playing the electric guitar and playing the drums, ensure your household and friends enjoy the sound. Start by following the easy ways to install drywall in your house, or hire a professional to install additional wall panels.
Embrace Stylish and Strategic Lighting
It's difficult for someone to write or read an excellent composition without proper lighting. Intelligent and stylish lighting can completely transform and enhance a sound room. Add a wall sconce above your piano or keyboard to allow easy reading of sheet music.
To practice for playing the violin or flute in an outdoor concert setting, include high visibility overhead lighting. Ambient, task and accent lighting can all combine to create a functional and aesthetically pleasing studio space.
Reuse Old Equipment
Do you have old instruments or equipment lying around? Why not turn them into unique decor by displaying them on walls or shelving in your home music room. You can even repurpose broken equipment into fun yet functional furnishings that will amaze any guest and add musicality to the place.
For example, an old amplifier can make the perfect base for a home studio accent table. Add some vintage charm to a digital audio workstation by transforming an unused instrument into unique wall art.
