Getting Started with the BandLab Studio

You can start making your own songs in the Studio as soon as you sign up.

Web Mobile

1. From BandLab's main page, click the Create button in the top-right corner.
2. Click New Project to open the BandLab Studio.

1. From the BandLab app's main page, go to the Create tab
2. Tap Open Studio

The first time you enter a new project, you'll be asked to add a New Track to get you started. You can add a Voice/Audio track to record live vocals, an Instrument track to record with BandLab Virtual Instruments, import Audio and MIDI files, or add BandLab Sounds from our library, and more.

To help kickstart things, let's start by adding a sample from our Sounds Library:

Web Mobile

1. In the New Track pop-up, click BandLab Sounds at the bottom right.
2. On your left, you can browse the library and find a sample you'd like to add. It can be a simple drum or piano loop.
3. Double-click or drag the sample into your project.

1. In the New Track pop-up, tap BandLab Sounds at the bottom right.
2. Browse the library and find a sample you want to add. It can be a simple drum or piano loop.
3. Double-tap any sample to add it to your project.

Let's add a new Voice/Audio track so we can record some vocals:

Web Mobile

1. Click the Add Track button above your tracks.
2. In the New Track pop-up, click Voice/Audio.
3. Connect your instrument or microphone to your device.
4. From the AutoPitch tab in the lower left, select your mic or instrument as your Input Device, then select the Input Channels.
5. Check the Input Level meter and make sure the Studio is getting a signal from your recording device.

1. Tap the Add Track button in the top-left corner of the Studio, just below the exit button.
2. In the New Track pop-up, tap Voice/Audio.
3. Connect your instrument or microphone to your device.
4. Go to the Studio Settings and set your Input Device and Input Channel. If you're using Android, the Studio follows your device's main sound settings. Input device selection is only available on iOS.

Next, let's set the project's vibe. Before you record, look at the top toolbar in the Studio. You should first turn the Metronome on so you have a steady beat to follow while recording. If you're on mobile, you can set this in the Studio Settings tab.

Let's start recording! Double-check that your Input Device and Channel are properly set up and that you're getting a signal. Once that's set, click or tap the Record button.

Now you've got your first track recorded. This is a good time to spice up that vocal track by adding an FX Preset. BandLab offers a wide range of FX Presets suitable for various music styles, adding color to your recordings. Learn more about Adding Effects.

Expanding your project

Congratulations! You've just created your first project and recorded some vocals. You can now start expanding your project by adding more tracks, more effects, and other tools and features to take it to the next level. Check out the articles below to learn more about what you can do.

We have many resources to help you learn more about the ins and outs of the Studio. Check out these helpful links:

• Some tutorials from our friends Eumonik and Inclusive Music
• BandLab YouTube Channel
• BandLab Blog
• Web: In the Studio, click Menu in the upper left > Help > Show Tutorial
• Mobile: In the Studio, go to Settings at the top > Video Tutorials