Male vocals require a different approach to EQ versus female vocals. They have a lot more going on in the low-mid range frequencies, and otherwise all of the frequency points of interest from female vocals are shifted slightly lower. Let’s talk how to EQ male vocals from your high and low pass filters and everything …
As I covered in my overview on what is a vocoder, a vocoder is a special type of vocal processing which synthesizes a vocal with an instrument. The vocal triggers the instruments behavior like a gate opening and closing, and while that vocal is playing, you can use the instrument to play back the synthesized …
Dynamics in vocals are natural. When a singer delivers a vocal melody, certain words or phrases will be louder than others either for emphasis or out of the necessity of belting out higher pitched, more difficult to sing notes. What about OVERLY dynamic vocals, to the point when it becomes difficult to mix? Compression alone …
Harsh vocals can alienate the listener or distract them from the rest of your mix. Whether it’s a product or combination of recording technique, vocalist, microphone/placement, or environment, there are ways to treat harsh vocals post-recording. Let’s cover all the transparent options available for treating harsh vocals without ruining the track itself. Harsh Vocals Fixes …
Compression on vocals is a necessity 99% of the time. Even that last 1% can benefit from a little glue. Compression on vocals can be used in a number of different ways, depending on your needs. You can use it to provide a bit of said glue, or you can use it to clamp and …
