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Old 28th September 2011   #1
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I have most of what of I think I need but would like input from the experts here on these forums. Heres a list of what i have...

Studio 17 Laptop with more than enough ram and hard drive space.
Acid Pro 7
Shure SM58 Dynamic Mic
And a pair of sony headphones

Now the input I am looking for is, What else do i need. A Mixer or Audio Interface? If so what kind of mixer and or audio interface will work best with what I have. I could really use advice?

Also if it matters I will be making hip hop music.
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reckon a keyboard would help. or if you have the money to spend obviously an mpc or a similar interface would be very useful. also a pair of decent monitor speakers rather than headphones.
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What are you trying to accomplish? What is your budget? You have room for tremendous improvement but also would likely spend a fortune in the process. Plenty of mics and preamps widely used on this forum cost more than your entire setup.

With what you have, you likely want to make really big upgrades when you can afford them. Don't settle with your budget, get what you want, and wait. Your setup is perfect for doing this for fun but if you really want to get good quality, you have to invest. Even though a $200 condenser may be a big leap, in the long run you will want to upgrade.
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A good interface with good drivers and converters should e your next purchase.
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