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The Incredible Shrinking Recording Studio

Posted by michael on from the this-is-spinal-tap dept.

what_the_frell writes "Wired has an interesting article on the increased use of laptops as a replacement for a recording studio. The article touches on how music schools are requiring the purchase of a Powerbook and software for this very reason, and also highlights artists like Steve Vai who are moving over to the more portable platform. Does this mean I can finally record that rock opera I've always dreamed about?"

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  1. Nothing new. by Pig+Hogger · · Score: 4, Funny
    That's why the RIAA has roving team of "detectives" whose job is to scour neigboorhoods to find "clandestine" (that is, "homemade") recording studios in people's basement, then they denounce them to municipal zoning authorities.

    After all, only RIAA members have the right to record music...

  2. some things powerbooks can't supply by Ravagin · · Score: 4, Funny
    Does this mean I can finally record that rock opera I've always dreamed about?

    Maybe, but you still need talent.... :)

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    Karma: T-rexcellent.

  3. Yes!! by Threni · · Score: 4, Funny

    You too can be a spotty bedroom boy and churn out identikit UK/Speed Garage, drum and bass and techno!!

    And starting with Booyaka BadBwoy v2.0, you no longer even need to be able to speak basic english, as your `masterpieces` will be given names automatically!

    You can now go from idea (well, the idea that you want to have written a song, anyway) to annoying the neighbours with loud boomy noises coming from your car (or bedroom) in under 15 minutes!