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A three-step method for EQing vocals: high-pass, top shelf, sweep

Rob WilliamsSaved in 6 people's production playlists, 2013–2020
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2M views · 14 years ago · tutorial

Rob Williams EQs a vocal in three moves: a high-pass to clear rumble, a high shelf for air, and a narrow sweep to find and cut the boxy or nasal frequency, plus tips for an edgier sound and for vocals that won't sit.

A simple, repeatable routine for vocal EQ that viewers say cleared up muddy vocals straight away.

  1. 2:48 'What You Will Need'
  2. 3:28 Step 1: 'The High Pass'
  3. 5:31 Step 2: 'The Top Shelf'
  4. 7:38 Step 3: 'The Sweep'
  5. 10:14 How To Get An 'Edgier' Vocal Sound
  6. 12:21 What To Do If Your Vocal Isn't Sitting In The Mix...
  7. 13:40 3 Step Formula Overview
Vocal ProductionMixing & editing vocals#vocaleq#high-passfilter#shelfeq#eqsweep#muddyvocals

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