I Reveal How The Pro’s Mix Vocals
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I Reveal How The Pro’s Mix Vocals
How to Mix Vocals with Instrumental Tracks
In this tutorial, the speaker explains how to effectively mix vocals with instrumental tracks to achieve a cohesive and balanced sound.
Setting the Foundation
- To ensure vocals blend well with instrumentals, separate vocal and instrumental tracks.
- Use FabFilter Pro Q3 on the instrumental track's side chain.
- Utilize EQ match in Pro Q3 to align vocal frequencies with the instrumental track.
Refining Vocal Integration
- Remove frequencies below 100 Hz from the EQ curve created for vocals on the instrumental channel.
- Adjust remaining frequency points' gain to zero and reduce overall gain by about 5 dB for vocal integration.
Fine-Tuning Integration
- Add a low shelf at 180-200 Hz on another EQ to isolate desired frequencies for vocal tuning.
- Adjust threshold and Q settings to refine vocal integration within the instrumental track pockets.
Subtle Level Adjustment
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In this section, the speaker discusses adjusting the bass and making tweaks to improve the track's sound quality.
Adjusting Bass and Making Tweaks
- Adjust the bass to hear it clearly by bypassing the EQ.
- Set the adjustment back to three for better visibility and tweak while listening to the track play.
- Make adjustments to threshold and cue while playing the track to blend vocals smoothly with the song.
- Bypass in and out to hear the effect on frequencies and ensure vocals integrate well with the track.
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This section focuses on blending vocals with music tracks effectively.
Blending Vocals with Music Tracks
- Ensure vocals blend seamlessly with music tracks for a smooth sound.
- Demonstrate how vocals should be part of, not sit on top of, a song for coherence.
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The speaker introduces a mixing course available at streaky.com for those interested in enhancing their mixing skills.
Introduction to Mixing Course
- Vocal styles should sound smooth and integrated into tracks rather than disjointed.