How to Record a Tiny Desk Style Video
To record a Tiny Desk style video, use SONGTAKE to capture a few synced camera angles of the live performance while it records clean multitrack audio. The audio auto-syncs to the video, so the intimate live take looks and sounds tight. It is free.
This is YOU?
Room mics blur the whole ensemble.
Your angles never line up afterward.
You own no crew or camera rig.
You cannot lift one part out of the mix.
Pro Tip: TIP: SONGTAKE captures a Tiny Desk style live performance from several synced phone angles while recording clean multitrack audio, auto-syncing the audio to the video for an intimate, tight result.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I record a Tiny Desk style video?
Use SONGTAKE to capture a few synced camera angles of the live performance while it records clean multitrack audio. The audio auto-syncs to the video for an intimate, tight result.
How do I get clean audio for a live desk video?
Place extra phones as dedicated mics near each player. SONGTAKE captures true stereo multitrack, so the ensemble sounds close and clear, not distant.
Do the camera angles sync automatically?
Yes. SONGTAKE auto-syncs the audio to the video and aligns every phone by audio fingerprint, so your intimate angles line up on their own.
Can I feature the vocal in the mix?
Yes. AI stem splitting separates vocals, drums, bass, and other, so you can bring the voice or a solo forward for the video.
Is SONGTAKE free for this kind of video?
Yes. It is free to download and uses phones you already own as synced cameras and mics, so an intimate live video needs no rig.
What makes SONGTAKE different from voice memos?
SONGTAKE records in true stereo with automatic cloud backup, project organization, and multi-track capabilities. Unlike voice memos that create a graveyard of unnamed files, SONGTAKE keeps everything organized, synced across devices, and ready to develop into full productions.
Can I use SONGTAKE with just one phone?
Absolutely! SONGTAKE works perfectly with a single phone for recording arrangements, backing vocals, and layered instruments. While multiple phones provide multi-angle coverage and better isolation, one phone is sufficient to create professional multi-track recordings with video overdubbing.
Can I use SONGTAKE for professional music recording?
Absolutely! SONGTAKE allows you to effortlessly move from mobile recording to professional desktop production. Begin capturing your song ideas on your iPhone, then open the same project on a Mac with a 64-channel interface for mixing and mastering. It's the perfect tool to transform your inspiration into a polished production.
How does multi-phone recording work?
Place phones near each instrument for dedicated microphones. One tap starts all phones simultaneously, and they automatically sync after recording. No manual alignment needed—just position phones, hit record, and get professional multi-track isolation from devices you already own.
Ready to Get Started?
Download SONGTAKE and start recording professional-quality music today. No credit card required.
Built by musicians who were tired of voice-memo graveyards.
