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Hi, I'm not sure if this is actually the correct area for me to post this in, if not my apologies. I am a disabled guitarist (minimal use of my legs) so a bunch of pedals are a no go for me. I currently have a combo valve amp, which I find is probably not what would best serve me as I am very much just a home player and don't intend on changing that. What I am looking for is equipment to record and play along to songs (as in from bands I like not just the ones I'm creating. I'm assuming what I need is :- A soundcard interface. Some kind of effects board - this would sit on my desk for me to 'stomp' effects off and on with my hands. Good set of PC speakers. Recording/play along software. Budget would be somewhere in the realm of £1000 - £1500 for all the equipment. Any guidance appreciated.

Hi Frcoready, Its very simple to plug in to a computer and record and it dosn't have to brake the bank either ! The main thing is an interface with a USB connection, you can use normal speakers but I would advice investing a a pair of monitor speakers. Depending on what computer you're using is to the software, I run Amplitude for guitar recording with Logic as a DAW. You can download Amplitude for free and It comes with a bunch on stuff like amps, speaker, mics, effect pedals ..... this will give a great start and you can then purchase additional equipment plugins. If you have a Mac you install Logic for a 90 day free trial and then reinstall it after that time has run down, other DAW's you can try are Appleton 10 lite, I believe that is free.

You might find this thread over one our sister forum useful. https://www.basschat.co.uk/topic/248509-beginners-guide-to-home-recording/

That’s a lovely neat job. I have similar levels of Untidy Cable Hatred but less aptitude to do anything meaningful about it.

There’s a bunch of gear heads here (myself included) so you won’t be short of wallet depleting suggestions. Ask away and we shall help as best we can.

I have finally tidied the mess in front of my amp with a home (work) made pedalboard, spent ages trying to hide cables to suit a minor OCD/hate of cables and wires ! Pedal order from the effects loop on my amp: Amp Loop Send - Tuner - Noise Gate - Compressor - Tube Screamer - Amp Modeler - Acoustic Simulator - Chorus - Delay - Looper - Amp Loop Return Guitar plugs direct in to the amp.