whats up fam ive been watching youtube and the new reason 4. i want to start producing and i was wondering how far could i get with 1600 dollars . i want to buy reason which is 400 and spend 1200 on a used computer and monitors , and sound card . so i was wondering could anybody give me tips on a used midi controller, monitors, and computer that can get the job done until i can get better or tell me to save for something else.peace thanx

Well a basic MIDI keyboard can go a long way. It has two control surfaces and usually around 49 keys and will usually cost 100 dollars more or less. I got the midistudio-2.

You can get a keyboard and controller which means that as well as having keys it has multiple knobs and controls which you can assign to particular controls in your virtual reason rack. These will probably cost a lot more, but I would suggest a Korg.

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ok i thinking of the axiom . but now i need to know a good computer and monitors for about 1000 for but if possible . is dell a alright music computer?

well dells are usually good. i use a dell myself, but it really depends on what sound card you get and what sound system. you could buy an apparently crap computer then buy some studio AKGs and realise that you got a really pumping sound card

But I'd say that if you go for a dell package it should turn out well. if you're thinking of buying something let us know because i have a couple of inside tips and i'll let you know how good your sound card is.

Creative is a very good sound company. As for monitors, and LCD flatscreen would be a good idea. Also, you should make sure you get a bassbox.

Like I said, show us specs here before buying it.

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evolutions uc-33 linked up with the uc-16 midi controllers work well for the mixing side of things-cost bout 200 uk pounds for the pair.both great tools for the home studio.

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