Today, independent artists have more opportunities than ever to create and share their music. But it is also seen that most passionate artists are often held back due to the complicated processes of independent music. Moreover, many individuals are unaware of the tools they require for the process. From songwriting to music production, the process of song making can be daunting but with the right skills and tools, it can become an inspiring journey.

Tools you need to make a custom song

Microphone
The very first thing that an independent musician would need to create and record their own song is a good quality microphone. There are various types of microphones available in the market, each one differing in terms of type of usage. An independent artist, however, would need to choose which one best suits their needs. For instance, they might be better off choosing a microphone with a USB connection so they can easily manipulate elements of the song digitally on their computer.

Pop filter
The second thing you will need as an independent artist is a good pop filter. Pop filters are very important when it comes to recording. They reduce the impact of the ‘pop’ sounds that humans make when singing. Besides that, they also filter out the unnecessary background noises that could disrupt the overall recording. Basically, pop filters ensure that a song is recorded in good quality.

Microphone stand
While a microphone stand is not exactly a necessity, it is a helpful tool. Since it is not easy to keep the mic stable throughout the song or hold it all the time when recording, it is best to use a microphone stand. This way, the mic would not move at all while the artists could.

Computer
Since artists need a device to record and edit their music on, a computer or a laptop is an absolute necessity to create a song. It allows you to run the sound editing and mixing software to work on your music. Plus, as an aspiring artist, making music online allows you to make and store multiple copies of your music that you can easily access.

Headphones
For a seamless recording experience, it is also better if an artist purchases a pair of good-quality headphones. The earphones and earbuds that one uses on a regular basis may not be the best choice for this activity. Good quality over-ear headphones that have a good bass and noise cancellation feature will allow the artist to hear their recording in the best possible way.

How to make your own song for free
With the availability of numerous online programs and websites, making a custom song has become fairly simple for an independent artist. If one is unsure of where to begin, here are a few tips that one can follow to create one’s song.

Choose a digital audio workstation
Artists must first select a DAW (digital audio workstation) on which they can work on their music. There are various websites, applications, and software that you can choose from as your DAW to make music. You can write, record, edit, and export their songs with these workstations. While some of these platforms work with paid subscriptions, some of them allow artists to make their own songs for free.
Something important to note here: If you prefer to make your own songs online, it is best for you to choose websites to make their own music. Software and applications need to be downloaded and can be difficult to access.

Write the song
For an artist, it is easy to work on writing the songs (or giving a final touch of edit to the written songs) once they have all the tools required. So once the DAW is selected, it is best to write the verses to ensure the lyrics accurately convey the intention of the song.

Choose looping sounds
Next, you can choose the looping sounds you want to play and repeat in the background of your song. This looping sound will define the song’s genre, emotion, and tempo. So, choosing a sound that best fits the desired mood is crucial. Various DAWs offer numerous pre-recorded looping sounds for convenience; however, you can also record your loop from the DAW with the instruments of your choice.

Record the vocals and the instruments
Once the looping sounds have been selected, artists can begin recording their audio based on the background loop. After recording and adding the audio, you can also record the instrumental section of the song with the help of the DAW. Using the platform to record instrumental sections is easier; it allows you to use different instruments in the song without having to possess any of them physically. Plus, it offers better recording quality than using physical instruments.

Mix, edit, and apply effects
Finally, you can use the DAW to mix and edit the song. You can also apply suitable effects to bring out the best version of the song. Once this is done, you simply need to export the song and the final recorded product will be ready.