Recording and processing vocals in a home studio isn’t easy.A lot of people go over the top when they EQ vocals.The key is to keep it subtle.The human voice is something that we hear every day. We know how it should sound.As soon as you become heavy handed with EQ, vocals start to sound unnatural and weird.You have to approach vocal processing with care. Contents.The Mix Starts in the Recording PhaseDecide on the sound and tone that you want to achieve before you start recording.Want a warmer sound? Use a and get close (2-5 inches).Want a clear, open sound?
As soon as you become heavy handed with EQ, vocals start to sound unnatural and weird. You have to approach vocal processing with care. In this article, I want to give you 5 tips that will teach you how to EQ vocals with the right mindset. But before we start, make sure to grab my new eBook, Stop Mixing Vocals Wrong.