subject: Making Professional Recordings On A Mobile Device [print this page] When professional recording software first started being produced for computers, its effectiveness was certainly limited. Unless you were willing to shell out some serious cash for a high-end software package, you could count on "instruments" that didn't sound authentic in the least, as well as limited functionality. Today, the story is much different. As the sophistication of this software has increased, so has its availability and quality. In fact, you can even find high-quality music software for mobile devices today. What should you look for in this type of solution? What makes a viable option?
First, check out the instrument quality. Each instrument should sound authentic, and should be true to life. Second, make sure that the effects and tools offered are of sufficient quality. The ideal solution would be an application that gives you the same features and functions as found in the professional music industry, as this ensures that your compositions are of the highest quality possible. What else should you look for? Actually, the right music studio software should provide you with a wide range of other benefits.
Consider the number and type of instruments offered. How many are there? How easy are they to play? How can those instruments be adjusted/tuned to meet your musical needs? What effects can be applied to each instrument to change its sound? You should also look at the controls offered for the application, as these will determine just how your compositions will be recorded and thus, their playback quality. You should be provided with a full range of different controls for your compositions, allowing you to do anything needed to each track that you record and save.
Finally, you need to consider your ability to save and export those tracks when you are finished. How simple is it to transfer that file to a computer? Can it be exported to another mobile device? What file formats are available for your needs? Being able to get that file off your mobile device to share with friends and fans is vital, so you need to make certain that you choose the right program or risk reduced functionality.
