Things You'll Need:
- Drum Tracks Backing Vocals Guitar Parts Keyboard Sounds Audio Playback Device
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Step 1
Record your backing track with an audio tracking software program such as Pro Tools, which is the industry standard in its class, or use a stand alone recording device like a Fostex MR-16, which is a recorder and mixer built into the one device. Depending on your skill level, you can do this with your home computer or go to a professional studio and employ the services of an audio engineer. If all you need is a simple piano accompaniment for rehearsal, you could use a hand held tape recorder or an mp3 player with a built in microphone.
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Step 2
Create and record the drum tracks you wish to use for your backing track. You can use live drums, a drum machine or a keyboard that produces drum tracks. Add percussion sounds to the drums to create a fuller and more professional sound.
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Step 3
Record vocal harmonies. Many performers put harmonies and background vocals on their backing tracks to make the performance sound more professional or when background singers are not available.
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Step 4
Record guitar and bass guitar parts. Add sound samples, effects and keyboard parts. Many artists use sound effects and and additional harmonizing keyboard parts when a musician is not available to play in a live setting or to save money on hiring additional musicians.
