Headphones are extremely important for accurate quality when recording and listening to audio.
There are certain accessories that you'll need to make sure you have before you get into beatmaking as a hobby or profession. Much of what you may already have, but this will get you started on the right track.
You will also need a music production software (DAW) where you will create your beats. There are several DAWs out there but the most common are Pro Tools, Logic Pro, Ableton Live, Reason, Cubase and FL Studio.
Headphones
Good quality headphones are extremely important. You'll want a set in which you can hear all levels of sound, so that you can mix your beats perfectly and consistently. This is one element that if you don't get right the first time, your music will sound muffled or off-key. You should look at getting a good pair of studio headphones, preferably from a company like Sennheiser, Sony or Beats by Dre. Don't go for anything cheaper than $50 for a decent set; anything less than that and you risk damaging your hearing further.
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Apple Macbook is the best computer for beatmakers because of its excellent processing power and sound capabilities.
Computer/Laptop
While there is nothing wrong with using an old PC to create beats on, there is no denying that a Macbook Pro is far superior in terms of processing power and sound capabilities. If you do have an old PC lying around though, make sure it has at least 2GB RAM so that it can handle the stresses of producing music through DAW software (more on this later). If not, then I would recommend upgrading to a Macbook Pro.
The best computer for music production
Apple MacBook Pro is what I use and in my opinion, the best computer for music production because it provides some of the UI and trackpad which facilitate lofi music production and decent storage capacities on the market. However, many other computers are capable of producing professional quality beats that sound just as good without breaking your budget!
The most important thing to consider when purchasing a laptop is its processing power and sound capabilities. You want something with enough RAM (random access memory) so that you don't run into lag times while recording or mixing tracks. Make sure there's enough space on your hard drive too; otherwise, you may have trouble saving new files when working with large audio files like multi-track recordings.
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Microphones are beneficial for recording vocals and instruments
The music industry has changed with technology. So using the right tools are important to have in a studio.
Condense Mic
Microphones are beneficial to have in your studio if you plan to record vocals and instruments. These mics can range from condenser microphones to dynamic microphones. They each have different uses and sound qualities. Condense microphone are used for guitar loops and vocal background in lofi music.
Instruments like keyboards can be used to create melodies and beats for lofi hip hop music. These instruments can range from analog synthesizers, electronic keyboards, drum machines, samplers, etc. They can record sounds from the real world as well as create their own unique synthetic sounds.
Different types of audio interfaces are used for recording as well. Audio interfaces allow listeners to use computers through a connection to make their own music. Producers often use audio interfaces like this to produce virtual instrument libraries.
Dynamic Mic
The other type of microphones is dynamic Microphones. They tend to be less sensitive than condensers but still have advantages when recording loud sounds like drums and electric guitar amps.
If you are recording vocals or instruments at home one of the most common accessories is a stand to hold your microphone in place so its not constantly falling over while recording.
Speakers are essential for listening to beats and mixes
No matter how inspiring your lofi beats is, there's no substitute for hearing it with experienced ears. Lofi Music Studio is a new, inexpensive way to have real-time feedback via your speakers and headphones.
The concept of lofi loops is relatively well-known in electronic music circles. If you've ever made tunes by sampling snippets of other songs, you know the reference point of lofi loops. They're not really loops at all — they're just slices of songs that have been edited and compressed to be very small in file size.
Lofi Music Studio can be used as a simple loop player, but the added features allow one to adjust the volume, panning and equalization of the sound using an iPhone or iPad app.
This is useful for live performance and for making edits on the fly, but it's also great for listening back to beats and remixes in headphones. With the app, one can hear how a beat sounds when it has basses and percussion added to it or what happens when a snare is stretched out into infinity or when you take away reverb from a vocal track — all without ever leaving the app.
Speaker for Playback Lofi Beats
Speakers are the most used items for mixing music. Although it's possible to mix by headphones, speakers give the added benefit of being able to hear how your music sounds. If you're serious about making beats and mixes, you'll need a few pieces of equipment.
When it comes to speakers, there are two main types: studio monitors and headphones. Studio monitors are smaller, more portable models that can be placed on a table or bookshelf, while headphones are much larger and designed to be worn over your ears.
Studio monitors have a flat frequency response across the entire frequency spectrum, whereas headphones have a "headphone" EQ curve that boosts bass frequencies and dampens mids and highs. This can make headphones preferable for mixing because they can boost the low end without sacrificing clarity in other ranges.
There are also some additional accessories that you might want to consider, depending on how you plan to use your speakers:
Speaker stands. A pair of speakers is useless if it's just sitting on a table or shelf. You should always consider using speaker stands to keep them at ear level during mixing sessions so that you're not straining your neck from having to look up at the speakers. With speakers, this is especially important when using a subwoofer because
Softwares such as Logic Pro are useful in creating beats and sounds that can be played on the speakers, while software such as Audacity is better at simple mixing tasks.
A Lofi Music Studio is any place where you can make a Lofi Beat. This includes your DAW of choice, your computer or smartphone. As long as you have a way to record or create a beat or sound, that's all that matters.
You can use many programs for making music and beats, but the 3 mainstream ones are Logic Pro X, Ableton Live and FL Studio.
Logic Pro X is the most used software for making beats because it has many features and is very easy to use. It also has an amazing library of sounds and instruments as well as a great community that can help you with any questions.
Ableton Live is another popular choice because it too has many features and is easy to use. It also comes with many sounds and loops as well as a big community of people who can answer your questions and help you out if you get stuck with anything.
FL Studio is not as widely used but it does have some great features such as step sequencing which makes it easier to start creating beats right away without having to learn how to use MIDI notes or anything like that first.
The other option for making beats on the go is using your phone or tablet with apps like Garageband (iOS) or Caustic 3
