Gated Reverb
Gated reverb can help you add space to a channel whilst keeping your mix clean and decongested.
4 Ways To Make Vocals Clear and In Your Face
4 Ways To Make Vocals Clear and In Your Face ---------- 1. For a modern sound, the dynamics of vocals need to be consistent. Every word and syllable should be at roughly the same level (allowing for human expression). Use automation to manually level out the vocal before compression. ---------- 2. Your lead vocals need to be upfront and in-your-face. Applying reverb to the vocal can push the vocal further back in the mix. Instead, use a stereo slapback delay to create a space around the vocal and add some stereo width. Use low feedback (0-10%) and slightly different times on the left and right sides. Delay times between 50-200ms work great. ---------- 3. Sometimes EQ alone isn’t enough to enhance the top-end. By applying light saturation, you can create new harmonics and add more excitement. ---------- 4. If you’re recording in a room that’s less than ideal, room resonances can quickly build up. Find these resonances using the boost-and-sweep technique and then remo...
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