Mic selection isn’t really a mix issue, of course (unless, I suppose, you’re deliberately using one of the new crop of modelling mics), but it’s well worth listening out for what the mics might have added. ![]() cardioid) mics will add bass boost due to the proximity effect if they’re used close to the source (as they almost always are for vocals). The mic itself may already have added a first stage of equalisation - most large-diaphragm condenser mics (and a fair few dynamics) have a natural ‘lift’ in the vocal range, and directional (eg. ![]() Judicious equalisation (EQ) obviously helps a vocal sit well in the mix, but note that ‘EQ’ isn’t the preserve of dedicated equalisers. That said, there are certain constants you’ll encounter with almost every vocal and it’s those I’ll address here. ![]() Much of what makes for a good mix is highly subjective and the same goes for vocal sounds too: every voice is different and we all have different tastes. This time, I’ll run through what you can do to perfect your vocals during the mix itself. ![]() In Part 1 of this two-part series, I explained some ways to prepare your vocal recordings to maximise your chances of a good result in the mix. Part 2: Having created the conditions for a successful mix last month, what can you do to fit your vocal in the mix?
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