As engineers, we get so caught up with mics and preamps, etc. Lately I've been adding some fairly low cost items to my studio to give my recordings some "character". The following is a list of things that I think every studio should have lying around. They are "classics" that can really spice up recordings if used well.
1. Cowbell (in case the song needs more cowbell)
2. Tambourine
3. E bow
4. Wah Wah pedal
5. Slide
6. Capo
7. 6-pack of bottled beer (to boost self esteem)
8. Empty beer bottles (ever hit one with a drum stick? cool sound)
9. Shakers
10. Talk box
Please post your studio "spice rack".
Cheers
AC
