1. Recording has nothing to do with playing a concert or performing in general (just like TV or film acting has nothing to do with theatre).

2. Recording is teamwork: musician(s), producer, engineer. In that order. There are rare cases of engineers who are genius producers as well, but if you are not 100% sure about that: find yourself a producer who you trust musically. (This will be important later!)

3. Find yourself a studio/venue where you feel comfortable.