Chapter 44: Independent Music (2)

"Tingting, do you know what it means to be an independent musician?"

Bai Xue took a deep breath and her expression became serious, "Independent Music, IndependentMusic, or hard music." As the name suggests, the production process of independent music is autonomous, and it is not easy for musicians to do it alone, from recording to publishing."

"The most troublesome thing is recording, a professional recording studio, the equipment is so expensive that it can make people collapse, if you can't pay for the recording, then you can't burn the music. If you record by yourself, you can't maintain the quality at all. Lin Ruocheng shook her head and said.

The two of them are right, in the eyes of professionals, the biggest flaw of independent musicians is the recording equipment, so independent musicians have always been very difficult, and independent music studios are even rarer.

However, with the innovation of computer technology, audio recording has gradually entered the era of digital recording, which has created independent musicians who can produce their own music with a computer and a sound card, and independent studios have sprung up everywhere.

When recording equipment goes from expensive to common, from bulky to simple and lightweight, all independent musicians can invest in their music anytime, anywhere. The label of independence is no longer synonymous with hardship and difficulty, but a musical revolution that gives all artists the opportunity to showcase their talents.

Wei Ting remembers that digital recording technology has developed rapidly since entering the 21st century, and by 2003 and 2004, it has entered a period of rapid development, and the rise of audio and video websites on the Internet has also given all independent musicians a platform to show themselves.

The price of digital recording equipment is only one-tenth of the traditional professional recording equipment, the price is close to the people, easy to carry, you only need to rent a room or warehouse, you can record music by yourself, and complete your music dreams. As for whether it can be recognized by the record company, that's another matter.

Founded in 1988, M-Audio is a professional digital recording supplier.

While most manufacturers focus on the industry's elite, Company M serves a wide range of independent musicians and has created indispensable conditions for the rise of independent musicians. Company M aims to build a computer-centric studio that empowers every music lover to create, record, and perform music. It can be said that Company M is a pioneer in breaking the authority of traditional professional recording studios, and has also contributed a lot to the promotion of the independent music revolution.

In 2000...... When Wei Ting was still a student at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Wei Ting worked with M-Audio to develop a sound card...... To be precise, it also involves various peripheral devices such as audio, chips, and players related to digital recording. She started working in the software industry after six years in the hardware industry.

Although a long time has passed, the original knowledge and experience are still there, and it seems to be clearer, coupled with the existence of Zero, she is even confident that the electronics factory that her mother is about to establish will become an audio professional company that surpasses M Company.

"Computer Recording...... Will this work? Bai Xue and Lin Ruocheng asked suspiciously.

"We'll find out if we can try it. Sister Xue, Sister Ming, I have a new song, but I won't use this as a condition, you can go back and think about it first, and then give me an answer in two days. Wei Ting suggested.

“…… Okay, then we'll think about it again. Bai Xue and Lin Ruocheng both agreed to consider it.

Wise and almost demonic!

This is the unanimous opinion of two people about Wei Ting.

If it were an ordinary middle school student, I am afraid that I would not even have the qualifications to sit here and talk to them, but Wei Ting's performance subverted their three views, and the reasons and plans she said could stand up to scrutiny.

"Tingting, come and help me serve the meal, and let the two guests drink saliva." Luo Yuting greeted in the kitchen.

"Then we ......"

"Don't, you can have a simple meal here today, and you can treat me to a good meal in the future."

Seeing that the two of them were about to get up, Wei Ting pressed them down, and then ran into the kitchen to serve the food...... Although there were two more guests, Luo Yuting just added a little more to the quantity, and with her husband's cooking skills, she was naturally happy with the guests.

Originally, Wei Ting wanted to set up a studio.

However, she expects to set up a studio that will not be an independent music studio, but a studio that focuses on software design and supplemented by book publishing. But today's visit by Bai Xue and Lin Ruocheng broadened her thinking a little more...... Why can't we form a studio of a comprehensive nature?

On the one hand, for a long time, she had to go to school, which was the expectation of her parents and the fate she missed in her previous life. As a student, it is obviously not appropriate to be too public, and it is much more convenient if many things come forward in the name of the studio; On the other hand, in foreign cooperation, it is also more convenient for the studio to come forward.

After sending Bai Xue and Lin Ruocheng away, Wei Ting turned on her laptop and called up the "Studio Formation Draft" that had been completed some time ago and began to rewrite it......

Along with the laptop came a desktop, but this computer was placed in the hall for her parents to learn to use...... It is mainly used by Luo Yuting, Wei Ting has put some simplified graphics processing and circuit board design software in it, and Luo Yuting is already familiar with the basic use methods.

When Wei Guofang came back, it was already the middle of the night, and he entered the house lightly, lest he disturb his wife and daughter's rest, but when he entered the house, his wife was sitting in front of the computer with a small desk lamp on, and the lights in his daughter's room were faintly visible.

"Why haven't you rested yet?" Wei Guofang came to his wife's side and asked with concern.

"If you can't sleep, you drink saliva first, and the pot will leave you for supper." Luo Yuting stood up, took Wei Guofang's clothes casually, hung them on the hanger, and then went to the kitchen to bring out the prepared supper.

"Why don't you and Tingting eat together?" Wei Guofang didn't know if he had dinner or not, anyway, he was eating very sweetly now.

"I've eaten them all."

Luo Yuting handed over a tissue, "How is the hotel?" Is there enough money? ”

"The procedures, personnel, and equipment are all in place, and we will be able to open at the end of the month." Wei Guofang put down the bowl, took the paper and wiped the corners of his mouth, and said excitedly.

"Okay, Tingting and I will buy you a big flower basket on the opening day."

"What's the use of that thing? It's flashy, you can just come over and make a splash. Wei Guofang said disappreciatively.

"Flower baskets are also a form of propaganda, and you're too old-fashioned." Luo Yuting began to make fun of her husband.

After laughing for a few sentences, Luo Yuting repeated what happened tonight to Wei Guofang, and finally asked a little worriedly: "Is Tingting a little too anxious?" ”

"This step is a bit big, and even I, the father, can't keep up."

Wei Guofang pondered for a moment: "I think Tingting is quite planned, and we as parents must first support her." As for going abroad...... Hehe, the right to go out to travel, Tingting is not going to play, there is a serious matter, the foreigner named Ford, I think it is quite reliable. As for that studio...... Just let her be, as long as she doesn't delay school. ”

"You're going to get used to her." Luo Yuting smiled helplessly.

"My daughter should have been pampered, but now that she has her own talent, we as parents can still hold her back." Wei Guofang also smiled.