Getting a vocal right, from mic to mix

8 videos · 2 h 34 min

Record a clean vocal at home, then EQ, compress, harmonise and dress it. It ends inside a released hip-hop session to hear how a top mixer does it.

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1
7:40
How to set microphone gain when recording
Podcastage
Set the gain so you leave enough headroom.
2
19:27
Recording vocals at home: mic placement, room and performance
recordingrevolution
Mic placement, the room and the performance.
3
14:15
A three-step method for EQing vocals: high-pass, top shelf, sweep
Rob Williams
A three-step EQ routine for clarity.
4
14:07
Compression on vocals for beginners
recordingrevolution
Even out the level with compression.
5
22:24
Building vocal harmonies in Logic with Flex Pitch
Jono Buchanan Music
Build harmonies from a single take.
6
22:28
Five effects to make a vocal more interesting
recordingrevolution
Five effects for a vocal that sounds flat.
7
30:12
Ear candy in Logic Pro: small production touches that reward repeat listens
Jono Buchanan Music
Throws and ear candy that reward a second listen.
8
23:47
Leslie Brathwaite mixes rap vocals on Lil Uzi Vert and Pharrell's "Neon Guts"
Waves Audio
Inside a released mix with Leslie Brathwaite.