The DREAM Studio - Building My EPIC Home Studio (UNDER $300)

[@AlexisGitarre]

never put LEDs on fabrik. it's a fire hazard and insurance will step out if anything happens. Buy some aluminum rails, they are not that expensive anymore. you don't want to be responsible for other people burning down their houses pls!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

This is a very good point! I never really thought about the possibility of the LED's malfunctioning or catching fire. Thanks for the tip - Aluminium rails sounds like a much better way to build the panels

[@drbass9677]

you can put led strips on fabric, they don't get anywhere near hot enough to start a fire.

[@AlexisGitarre]

@@drbass9677 oh boy, I've seen malfunctioned leds a lot of times and trust me they burn. Absolutely no problem on aluminum rails but on fabric... Normally every Led comes with a manual and it clearly states on which surface they are allowed to be mounted and in all cases I had so far, it says non-FLAMEABLE surface. Which for example is aluminum.

[@TimAfterDinner]

“Creating a space that doesn’t exist, so I can create space for my imagination” Incredible!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks man!

[@rap0mafia]

@@MikeBelloMusic I was right about to write that ; That's deep

[@Comedyvibes]

Jesus Loves you and wants you to accept him as your Lord and also saviour

[@exootikkmusic]

To everyone who may read this I hope y'all make it let's keep grinding 🙏🏽

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Good luck and I look forward to listening to all your music!

[@Dinga631]

Man, that is a great result and yes when you have created something like that with your own hands AND for ridiculously good value it’s extremely rewarding. I am venturing into setting up a basic home studio in a bedroom and this has so many great ideas that hopefully I can utilise👍👍 thanks for sharing. 🇦🇺

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks, I'm glad you got some inspiration from it! Good luck with setting up your studio and feel free to ask any questions if you need some help or advice!

[@zacklinton1716]

this is inspiring man, thanks for sharing your journey of making your studio im taking notes from you as this seems like such a cool and cheap acoustic treatment

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks Zack I appreciate it! Glad you liked the video

[@AndrewMasters]

Awesome video!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks Andrew! I'm actually also a big fan of your channel and took inspiration from many of the studios you have showcased in your own videos!

[@harnish11111]

A studio is always worthy investment for a musician, nicely done and enjoy!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Totally agree! Thanks and I'm glad you liked it!

[@dhadmusic]

theres nothing better on YT that is better than this DIY music studio video!

[@Gherkin8936]

Really love the setup mate I have an apartment with my partner and about 8000 worth of equipment all of which has been sitting in boxes for 12 months brand new, I'm finally on the cusp of my studio setup, no sound deadening as of yet but this gives me motivation to works towards something bigger

[@ZipSnipe]

Great job, just wanna say anyone thinking of doing this type of project and you need a handsaw get the Stanley Sharptooth, this saw is soo amazing, cuts 2x4's like butter. I don't even break out my chop saw anymore.

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks for the tip!

[@PLANETWATERMELON]

Great setup. Only one thing. As a sound guy myself I would lower the music. I’ll had a very hard time understanding what you were saying.

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks for the feedback! I'll do that for my next video

[@Comedyvibes]

Jesus Loves you and wants you to accept him as your Lord and also saviour

[@goldadekoya9173]

​@@Comedyvibes yooooooooo what the fuck

[@tehgurl]

OK good I'm glad it wasn't just me hahahahaha. This was epic. My Papa was a master carpenter and it's amazing how he could have done that and more in like a day, but look at a deck and O.o haha. Awesome job. First time watching your stuff.

[@MartinVanDerSande]

Congratulations on the space and DIY work! Looks really good and can imagine the effort gone in!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks so much!

[@rollinrosatti]

Hell yeah.. this is dope! Great work

[@DASANTA]

I'm using Google Translate because I'm Brazilian maybe you don't understand... Thank you for living in another country, because here the reality is totally different, R$ 300.00 here you can't do absolutely anything in a simple studio, the purchasing power here is very low, a totally different reality, the equipment is extremely expensive, but even so, I can't stop dreaming and investing little by little in my home studio, one day I'll get there! Thanks to the owner of this channel for the content, even though I don't know how to speak English I managed to learn a lot, +1 subscribed!

[@carlotitaspais]

Amazing Job Mike! 👏🏻👏🏻 I really enjoy your video. Play that music! 🎼 🎶

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks Beatriz! Glad you liked it!

[@frankie.puffs710]

i love how you really worked on it yourself, hands down bro fr. keep the grind up spreading love

[@MichaelSafwat]

You deserve this feeling of space as you've worked hard and suffered a lot to make this Amazing View... 👏🏻

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@RedHotSizzle]

That’s 🔥🔥🔥 Bro‼️

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thank you!!!

[@SaamColeOfficial]

Wow, good job bro!! 🔥

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks 🔥

[@ZZ-ou7gp]

Having a budget really makes you focus on the important elements, and from the video, you have prioritised the essentials of room acoustics and mood lightning and some desk rearrangement and tidy up. These simple things help to create an environment which makes you want to spend time in the studio. It all ended up looking great for your budget. In the end it is about the music, and this space hopefully will allow you get that done. Enjoy

[@DamienTheCat]

If you need mood lighting and color changing RBG lighting to convince yourself to keep writing music, maybe it isn't for you.

[@MikeBelloMusic]

There's a big difference between NEEDING something to CONVINCE you to keep going, and simply just making your space look nice. Imagine if someone told you "If you need to clean your space each week and have a tidy desk to convince you to write music, maybe it isn't for you." 😂 It's okay to make your space look nice

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Glad you liked it! And yeah I agree, the acoustic panels are definitely the priority, but anything you can do to make the space feel better will also improve your productivity and help you get in the zone quicker. Thanks for the comment!

[@sidarthhnair]

Awesome work man!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks man glad you like it!

[@joekeyz6404]

Damn dude, you absolutely Killed this. Inspiring me to do some hands on stuff now

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks Joe! Sorry for such a late reply, I'm a bit behind haha

[@naturespeaks4404]

So nice video, thank you for sharing this project!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks for watching!

[@MadskillsBeatz]

Excellent video, your studio is really nice. Well done and thank you for sharing.

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks so much, I appreciate it!

[@elcaprikotv]

Congratulations on such an amazing achievement, can't wait to see your channel grow even bigger. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 💪💪💪💪💪💪

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks glad you liked the video!

[@samitsarbjit8477]

I UNDERSTAND THE JOY OF MAKING IT AND WAIT TILL LAST TO SEE THE FINAL RESULT. Gorgeous studio u made my friend. Really great and inspiring video

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks Samit great to hear you liked it!

[@Gearsandco]

No joke I'm watching this video drinking my coffee with the same exact cup you have in blue lol. Love your video the acoustic panel look great better than buying it pre build.

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Haha I love that! It's a great cup, it's been with me through so many music projects haha! Thanks for the comment, and yeah I'm very glad I went with this over a pre-built panel. It's really nice being able to choose the color of the fabric and setup the lighting however you want.

[@yecr]

Why is this so hard bro keep it 🤝🏽💪🏽💪🏽🏆🏆

[@Kirwanmusic]

beautiful studio! mine has many indoor plants, another way to feel fresh in the environment. greetings from argentina

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks! I love the idea of indoor plants in the studio, it must be such a great vibe in there! I might get some for my own studio in the future too

[@mohamedchand3445]

Your channel is gonna blow up man, keep it up

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks Mohamed!

[@jd44]

Good job man , really enjoyed this one . Hope you will have great career ahead.

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks JD, same to you!

[@vdub4216]

Nice job bro - Respect from the Goldie 🇦🇺

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Much appreciated

[@Mr_7Keys]

that idea to mount the cloud frame to the bass traps was genius! one of the best builds ive seen on here

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Yeah this made the build so much easier without the need to drill any holes or modify the ceiling. Glad you liked it and thanks for the comment!

[@Aesop101]

Mad skills. Would love this at home

[@mariafernandamolinabulla8910]

Amazing video Mike! Love it 🔥

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Glad you liked it!!

[@lulbraxtomusic]

@Mike Bello this is incredible

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks! Glad you like it!

[@tr_sanzbeats2508]

That looks so clean 😍😍

[@RXKO000]

This video shows how much you love what you doing , respects !

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@thirdrockjul2224]

Creativity rocks! 👍

[@JD-lb8nl]

Loved it bro! Great energy you have. So positive

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Always! Thanks for watching!

[@stevengoetzlmusic]

Awesome video! You deserve all these views and subscribers - great quality and story! I subscribed. Cubase + DIY = my jam!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks Steven! Great to hear you liked the vid, I've got more on the way!

[@scarvello]

Now this is dedication.

[@solsearchknowledgecenter5252]

Good Job man, I managed to watch the whole video and stay in tune! Quite Inspiring!!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@anthonyantonio]

Wow! 🔥🔥 Great job!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ctrlaltcreate3827]

Extremely detailed content. Just subbed my guy👍🏾 keep ‘em coming

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks for the sub! Glad you enjoyed the video, I have more on the way!

[@shanedaly9737]

Jheeeeeeez bro looks sick. Gave me a lot of ideas for soundproofing and the style I want so thanks

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thank you!!! And good luck with your build, let me know how it goes!

[@shanedaly9737]

@Mike Bello I will do Mike and thanks for all the ideas and information 👍

[@sqnaaa5]

Love it. Very creative, dude!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks man, glad you like it!

[@papasav5666]

Videos are produced great and I had to watch it again cause I wanted to comment on how I wish you’d do more videos. Keep up the great work!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks that's great to hear! I'm currently planning some videos and I'm going to try to start doing more videos and releasing them faster each month

[@gdnrecords]

Congrats this looks amazing really beautiful, but just one question how do you handle temperature in the room when all the equipment is turned on?

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks! And good question, the temperature is fine for most of the year because it gets a bit cold where I live. Although, for about 3 months during summer it does get really hot. When it gets too hot, I take a short break, open the door and turn on the air-conditioning. It's good to take regular breaks when producing anyway to 'reset' your ears, so I just do it during these breaks

[@gdnrecords]

@@MikeBelloMusic amazing this is a sacred sanctuary to make good music GOD bless you and keep on doing good music.

[@MikeBelloMusic]

@@gdnrecords Thanks again!

[@yeserguitar]

Dear Mike, I am quite surprised with the result. It looks amazing and you should be proud that you did every single part of it by yourself. You motivated me to do the same, even though I may not be able to create the frames and all other stuff by myself. I am also living in rent and I was searching to see if acoustic treatment is possible without any drills. Thanks for showing that. And maybe a question, do you think it would work if I get the absorbers and use multiple command strips? There are commant strips which can carry up to 7kg and I believe I wouldn't have any problem if I use 4 of them. That is my idea to make it and hopefully I'll start in couple months, but I would like to get your thoughts on that since you made it very very good! Thanks

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks Ali, Glad you liked the video! I actually used multiple command hooks on all of my panels, so yes it does work. My panels have 2 hooks per panel. The thing you need to be careful of if using 4 hooks is to make sure that they are perfectly aligned with whatever part of the panel they are hanging onto, so that they are all carrying the load evenly. If you are just using the command velcro strips then just try to space them as evenly as possible. Good luck! Let me know how it goes!

[@ChristopherRm95]

Omg that studio is amazing! But also the old studio has an amazing view ! Those buildings! Congratsss

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks! Yeah that view was beautiful, I still have a bit of a view in the new studio though and the sound is great! Thanks for watching!

[@avghunter07]

Looks Sweet man! I just moved as well and I am planning my new setup as well.

[@DjSashaWaksOfficial]

Creativ Dude :D Thums Up!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks

[@PrinceCanibus]

studio is looking sick brother

[@castlerainstudios]

Great video man, thanks for sharing! 🙏🙏

[@MikeBelloMusic]

You're welcome, and thanks for the comment!

[@JJ_vandeveer]

Killed it man!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks!

[@Houas]

really good job

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Glad you like it!

[@nathanieldiazrua]

Looks Amazing!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks!

[@RoyGunnaTV]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 amazing setup

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks!

[@thrifted3634]

Just gave me so many ideas. Now it’s time to start on my first home studio!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Glad to hear it, good luck and enjoy the process!

[@DjForceWonderz]

😍the lightening is too insanse

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks man, glad you like it!

[@Songs-professorAudioEngineer]

Good work bro music is life

[@elsj305]

love the song in the beginning

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Yeah me too it's so chill!

[@avengingsylph]

Very down to earth and relatable. Thank You.

[@FranchescaMilagro]

This is incredible! Congratulations

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thank You!!!

[@aarongiles4517]

Hey mate, nice work.Were you happy with the finished result soundwise and any idea what sort of noisefloor this is producing? Considering a similar build so Would be interested to hear some before and after samples if you have any. Thanks

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks Aaron! I haven't done any after tests yet, although I do have some room tests that i did before installing the acoustic treatment so I'll do some after tests sometime soon and put up a video with the graphs and results. The biggest difference I've heard so far is a dramatic reduction in slap echo and room resonances. I also use Audeze LCD-X headphones which are incredibly flat and this acoustic treatment has got my speakers sound much closer to the flatness of the headphones. So by my ear, the difference has been huge and I've noticed already that my mixes are translating better to other speaker systems. Sorry I couldn't give more specifics, but I'll do some tests and put up the results in the near future!

[@aarongiles4517]

@@MikeBelloMusic Thanks Mike. Nice work. Look forward to seeing the results of this

[@michaelsjogren7079]

Absolutely epic. Well done man.

[@krxmusicnextlevel]

I just wanna say one word wow 🤩

[@nidjo0]

How did you attach the LED without showing the cables? do you have instructions for this?

[@MikeBelloMusic]

I hid the cables behind the panels. I'm doing a new studio build at the moment with even better lighting and I'll do a full video soon on the lighting setup

[@neptun3music]

whats the wave visualizer called on ur desk, not sure if thats in n=interface or not. looks sick my brudda👌

[@MikeBelloMusic]

The visualizer is built into the audio interface, it's the RME ADI-2 Pro FS

[@AgriAutoIndia]

Awesome setup

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks!

[@eusouangeloblanco]

Great Your Inspiration!!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks!

[@EqDior]

That looks awesome my dude. Great job!

[@titansmusicempire9124]

Great content...the outcome is really dope 🔥

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thank you 🙌

[@HatiMoTown]

I like it broo

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Glad you like it!

[@jameshunt4411]

That looks epic! Great job!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks James glad you enjoyed it!

[@barxweight]

I just moved out and making my room my studio, this video came in handy . Appreciate it fr !

[@MikeBelloMusic]

You're welcome!

[@OGaardal]

epic epic vid my man

[@jackedkerouac4414]

phenomenal job man I can spend hours even days in there

[@kentforde6350]

Nice set up would love to get the information on your touch screen faders

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks! So the faders are not actually on a touchscreen, they are on a standard monitor, although it has an IPS display. IPS displays just have better viewing angles than other displays which allows me to have it angled upwards giving me the feeling of having a traditional mixing console in front of me. For controlling the faders I actually use the CC-121 controller on the left side of the desk. I've made a video that shows how my setup works and how I use the CC-121 controller with the extra monitor here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hoKpiIl4adaMoLs

[@rinaldo8754]

Good video! I'd like to know: How did you do it at the window. Are they also panels and do you remove them when you want to look through the window? Or are they a kind of curtains? And if so, what kind of curtains?

[@derekjones2138]

Great content, love your perspective on things. Easy to see that you're naturally in tune with the world!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

I appreciate that! Thanks Derek, glad you enjoyed the video!

[@Bugattibugattibugatti]

Inspiring bro nice :)

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks so much bro I'm glad you liked it!

[@jeno.javori_music]

Great Job!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks!

[@KyllDyll_]

This amazed me until I realized anyone could do this if they have the patience and put forth the effort. Either way thank you for this idea and your set up looks great.

[@MikeBelloMusic]

That's exactly right, the hard part is really just starting it. You can find all of the information online, and it's fairly easy to make some plans. I think this specific setup was a little bit more difficult due to the fact that none of the panels are crewed into the wall, but yes anyone can do it with a bit of effort

[@nerrisnassiri]

Looks awesome, man! Which LED strips did you use?

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Just some generic ones I found on Amazon. There's many options, I chose a generic brand that came with 15m of strip and was bundled with the power unit and remote

[@IgorSheinrock]

How you chose the right count of panels and its depth? What about measurements?

[@MikeBelloMusic]

The panels are located in the first reflection points of the room, with 2 additional panels on the side to reduce reflections. And the depth I choose is the thickest I could make based on the room size and the need to treat frequencies as low as possible because I make bass music

[@mcmassivedigitalstudios7548]

Thanks a lot man

[@MikeBelloMusic]

No problem!

[@southisaac]

The lights you used: do they plug into a wall-outlet or are they battery powered?

[@MikeBelloMusic]

They plug into a wall outlet

[@stefannewels1823]

Like the way You think 🔊🔊🕴🏼 Keep rollin'!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Appreciate it!!

[@KevinTheKiidBeats]

Thanks for this video bro! I'm moving into another rental in 2 months and looking to add cost effective sound panels so I can isolate my room sound from the rest of my place (an so I can save my wife's sanity) and this was a perfect build concept for me, thanks for the value you provided!

[@KevinTheKiidBeats]

Also, if by chance you get to see this comment, do you know what that material is called for that thin netting that you put into the frame to keep the rocwool from sagging onto the frame?

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Glad it was helpful! Just rember though that these panels won't do much to isolate the room sound, - these are more designed for reducing the reverb in the room. For room dapening you need slightly different treatment and it would probably need to be on every wall and door in the room

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Yeah that material is just chicken wire. Any variation of mesh will work though - you just need to make sure that the material is thick enough that you can pull it tight without it breaking. That tension is what stops the sagging

[@bcl1039]

Very Dope!!

[@nizzotheartist]

super dope

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Glad you liked it!

[@BUZZYBUZZIE]

Well done

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks!

[@deeza9389]

Hey man, have you had any problems with noise complaints being in an apartment? I’ve always wanted to have an apartment but didn’t think it would be possible to record vocals and mix with monitors without noise complaints. How does that work? Cheers!

[@Keemonmusic]

I live in an apartment, and when I record my vocals or mix my sound, I try to be mindful of the time I do it. Usually during the day and for mixing I use headphones

[@MikeBelloMusic]

I've actually never had a noise complaint. The sound proofing in the building I'm in is really good, so it's almost impossible to hear anything out of the neighbouring apartments. If you want to build a studio in an apartment definitely ask about the sound proofing. Most newer buildings are pretty good with sound proofing, and you also need to make sure it has double or triple glazed windows to keep the sound out from the street outside.

[@ewokwithapurplepentappytap6590]

I’m literally moving to the country because of this... however I do have ideas on the matter!! If people pool enough money together ; maybe monthly donantion ina city/larger area, you can rent a building and set it all up there and youuu could stay there/security. Every day it’s open to everyone to come play music, bring instruments, maybe record? Just spitballing but yeah, I’m gonna give this a go where I am ... spread music , spread love ✌️

[@dominickisidore5180]

How cool!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks!

[@DaBumpMan]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 Dope!!

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks!

[@Kr33per_]

Nice bro! What brand led did you use controller, strip etc? Thanks 🙏

[@MikeBelloMusic]

Thanks! It was just a generic unbranded one from Amazon, this is the exact one I used: www.amazon.com.au/gp/product/B08KS29BG6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@Kr33per_]

@@MikeBelloMusic wicked bro 🤜🤛

[@YugMusicProduction]

10:46 Bro can you plse make an individual video on how you tight your dual arm monitor mount and show the exact arm or give us the link so we can purchase that product

[@avghunter07]

I loved the monitor setup. What are they? I am assuming touch screens

[@MikeBelloMusic]

They are both just normal screens, the bottom one is for my mix console and I control the faders with the control surface on the left side of my desk. Also, the bottom monitor is an IPS display which allows it to be angled back like that and still look clear and crisp