How To MIX ANY VOCAL Recorded On A Shure SM7B or SM7DB!

A quick tutorial on how to mix any vocal recorded on a Shure SM7B (or SM7DB) microphone using only stock plugins.
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⬇️HOW I RECORD VOCALS⬇️
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⏰ TIMESTAMPS ⏰
0:00 - MIXING SM7B VOCALS
0:29 - DEESSER
2:22 - SUBTRACTIVE EQ
4:37 - COMPRESSOR
7:33 - ADDITIVE EQ
8:18 - RAW vs MIXED VOCALS
8:56 - TIME SAVING TIP!!!
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Learn how to mix any vocal recorded on an SM7B microphone using only stock and free plugins. Whether you're using Logic Pro or any other recording software, this tutorial will guide you through the process step by step. Whether it's spoken word or singing vocals, the techniques are the same. Get ready to enhance your vocal recordings and make them sound professional. Don't forget to subscribe for more helpful tutorials like this one!
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[@homestudioacademy]

*DOWNLOAD THE LA2A COMPRESSOR PLUGIN FOR FREE* www.uaudio.com/uad-plugins/compressors-limiters/teletronix-la-2a-tube-compressor.html (Only available until October 31 2023) ⬇️HOW I RECORD VOCALS⬇️ kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3W6hHWki5WimK8 ⬇️ GEAR USED TO MAKE THIS VIDEO ⬇️ SHURE SM7DB: www.amazon.com/dp/B0CCSVYWMH?ref=t_ac_view_request_product_image&campaignId=amzn1.campaign.33Y1O8MOZ5IGI&linkCode=tr1&tag=homestudioaca-20&linkId=amzn1.campaign.33Y1O8MOZ5IGI_1698244480297 Apollo Twin X Audio Interface: amzn.to/3Aa10d4 (FULL DISCLOSURE): If you purchase an item using my amazon link, it provides me a small commission (at no additional cost to you) which helps me create more videos and review more products.

[@xTheLegendPaul]

Man your video was very helpful! so i got my sm7b some weeks ago and after i connected the microphone i was wondering why it doesn't sound like the big streamers or something. And your explanation was a big gamechanger for somewone like me who has zero knowledge abot this compete scene. So after i combined your settings with some of my own my audio sounds much better then before. So very thank you!

[@homestudioacademy]

@@xTheLegendPaul you’re very welcome! I’m glad you found the video helpful 😊 that’s the whole goal of my KZbin channel.

[@CharlieBravo887]

You do an excellent job explaining things without any useless chit chat. Thank you.

[@homestudioacademy]

@@CharlieBravo887 thank you for the kind words. I’m glad you found the tutorial helpful 😊

[@FallFactor]

When doing subtractive EQ with logic stock remember to hold (shift, command or ctrl.. cant remember) so that the eq you are subtracting stays on the frequency you want to subtract. This helps you avoid changing the frequency cut when subtracted. Or just write -3db into the eq. I think you have to hold the button down before you start dragging.

[@homestudioacademy]

Awesome tip! Thanks for sharing 👍

[@FallFactor]

no, thank you sir

[@homestudioacademy]

@@FallFactor you’re very welcome, glad to help! 😊

[@VIDSInsight]

I see that you've taken a liking to SM7DB. Great video!

[@homestudioacademy]

Thank you so much! Yes I did, for spoken word / talking head videos, it’s been so far my favorite 😊

[@fulstaak]

Very useful, I'm learning a lot and this info was super clear and you have a new sub. Well done.

[@homestudioacademy]

Thank you for the support! I’m glad you found this tutorial helpful 😊

[@MarcoCalia]

love

[@Chee.Y4ng]

Mine just came in last week and I been spending my time wisely trying to find a good editing set for my sm7b. I learned to just work with what I can and my editing set I have now works very well but kinda choppy and it kind of brings out the white noise only a little bit. I know it’s possible to have a very crisp and silent vocal setting

[@homestudioacademy]

Getting a cloud-lifter may help minimizing the hiss. Another option is the Waves NS1 Noise Suppressor plugin.

[@deborabuzziz]

Loved this ty!!

[@homestudioacademy]

You’re very welcome, Glad to help! 😊

[@mikebauer6917]

I believe you can hold down the ALT key at get a temporary peak to sweep for problems in that EQ.

[@homestudioacademy]

I did not know that. Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@mikebauer6917]

@@homestudioacademy another tip I got from @podcastage is rather than soloing a narrowband boost to sweep for problems. Use a narrowband cut and listen for where the overall sound gets better as you sweep.

[@homestudioacademy]

@@mikebauer6917 great tip!

[@Victorioustechman]

Thanks for this video, I really want to learn do you have another platform where you teach people.

[@homestudioacademy]

You’re very welcome! Thanks for leaving a comment 😊 my main platforms are KZbin and Instagram but I do offer one on one coaching as well as stated in my About page.

[@nikoofficialmusic343]

Great video thank you! Thinking about getting the new sm7db but not sure if it’s worth it or if I should just find a used sm7b. Thank you for the video

[@homestudioacademy]

Thank you so much! 😊 I’m glad to help. It really depends on your setup. The SM7B takes a least 60db of gain to drive it. So look up the specs of your audio interface. If it doesn’t provide that much gain, then go with the SM7DB.

[@oceanlovesmusic]

I love you Singing it’s really a good keep it up! What videos are those that you show in your vids? Like the One of the guy singing into the SM 7B, the one with the girl singing into the Lewit microphone? Just wondering cuz I would like to check them out. Keep up the good content!

[@homestudioacademy]

@@oceanlovesmusic thank you so much for the support! Those are from product commercials.

[@oceanlovesmusic]

@@homestudioacademy oh ok thanks

[@oceanlovesmusic]

What is the song used as vocal examples in this video? I really like it

[@homestudioacademy]

@@oceanlovesmusic that’s an original song of mine called “Give Me Love”. I wrote and copyrighted it a couple of years ago but haven’t released it. Will probably release this year. You can here more of it on my other tutorial: kzbin.info/www/bejne/namco2StedF-f80

[@RiantoEffendi]

which one better sm7b with cloudlifter or sm7db ? some people said sm7b with cl slighly better?

[@homestudioacademy]

Better as in sound quality? If so, they would sound the same. The SM7DB will just save you money.

[@fuego448]

I have a question. Im using Logic Pro x the latest version. I'm experiencing a problem when using logic, whatever track I click on, the volume just goes up and down on its own randomly. I watch a lot of your videos because you have been extremely helpful to me! has this ever happened to you?is there anyway you can help me fix this problem?

[@homestudioacademy]

I’m glad you found my videos helpful! 😊Unfortunately, I have not experienced that issue with Logic Pro. I wonder if you can contact Apple or Logic’s support about this ongoing issue. To be honest, I don’t really update my operating system until I absolutely need to so I don’t have issues with my plugins compatibility.

[@fuego448]

this video is helpful, but, I'm still confused as to if I should still follow these guidelines if I'm printing with plugins like Avalon 737, the la-2a , and the 1176 while performing the vocal? just wondering if I should compress again as u demonstrate even tho I'm already using serial compression?

[@homestudioacademy]

Only compress if you need more compression. If the signal printed already has enough compression, then I wouldn’t compress it again. 😊

[@fuego448]

@@homestudioacademy so basically just dessert and eq? thank you again. I'm still learning and this is very helpful. very helpful

[@homestudioacademy]

@@fuego448 I’m glad you found it helpful. If the signal is already compressed, I would just the DeEsser and corrective EQ and that’s pretty much it. Of course, nothing is set in stone, do what sounds good to you and the project you’re working on. 😊

[@fuego448]

@@homestudioacademy thank you!

[@homestudioacademy]

@@fuego448 you’re very welcome 😊

[@dr_hamudi3084]

Hey guys I’m wondering if you need a micscreen for the Shure

[@homestudioacademy]

The windscreen will help with plosives already so in my opinion, I don’t think it’s necessary. However, everyone’s tolerance is different.

[@dr_hamudi3084]

@@homestudioacademy no I’m talking about Sound insulation not about the screen on the mic

[@vandammeshow]

Song name please

[@homestudioacademy]

It’s an original written many years ago that I’ll be releasing this year so stay tuned 😊

[@vandammeshow]

=)))@@homestudioacademy

[@LJ-ie8wj]

Hi Could you drop that template please for people who got that mic?

[@homestudioacademy]

Maybe in the future once I setup my official website I will 😊 For now, I hope you found the tutorial useful.

[@iamaidencarter]

Great video but when I went to get the free compressor it only gave me a demo of it. Kinda bummed

[@homestudioacademy]

Thank you! What do you mean? I thought it was available until the 31st of October?

[@iamaidencarter]

@@homestudioacademy Yes I downloaded it and got it working. When I clicked download in the brands app it said “demo” but then that went away so I think I have the full version for free. May have just been a bug

[@homestudioacademy]

@@iamaidencarter I’m glad you were able to figure it out! 😊

[@vandammeshow]

What this compressor name?

[@homestudioacademy]

The one in the video is just the stock compressor that comes with Logic Pro.

[@vandammeshow]

thank you a lot@@homestudioacademy

[@homestudioacademy]

@@vandammeshow you’re very welcome 😊

[@this_is_jmdub]

NO - DONT LOOK FOR ANYTHING. USE YOUR EARS!! Your video is directed towards beginners and is really misleading. Also nothing in this video in specific to the SM7B it´s just the most standard processing of vocals

[@homestudioacademy]

Not misleading at all. Yes, a lot of concepts are made for my target audience (beginners) and from experience, I find very hard to tell someone just staring out to “just use your ears” when they don’t know what to look for. Anyway, I just shared my thoughts and how I mix this mic but feel free to disagree 😊

[@exhaust4246]

Except, beginners don't know how to use ears yet. They don't know If the problem is in lows or high mids. So their best bet is to "look for problem" and every microphone is different and requires a different treatment so haveing vocal mixing tutorials dedicated to a certain microphone is a good thing.. you hating for nothing 😂 wth

[@ivomartijn7400]

The SM7b may not be the best microphone to demonstrate a de-esser with.

[@homestudioacademy]

It does have less than most mics due to the more neutral high end but these are just principles for beginners. Trust me, I can sound sibilant on almost any mic 😂

[@richertz]

No real examples in mix - bear in mind the SM7b is not an SM7 - very different mics. This video I am afraid is not relevent.

[@homestudioacademy]

Thanks for taking the time leave a comment. I respectfully disagree because the video was made for the SM7B or SM7DB.

[@nathangabriel8888]

This video is still super relevant because I’m learning a ton about plugins.

[@homestudioacademy]

@@nathangabriel8888 thank you so much for the support. I truly appreciate it 😊

[@Chee.Y4ng]

I do not see SM7 in the title instead the SM7B therefore it is relevant and I actually came here to learn more about the SM7B, which I do have 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@homestudioacademy]

@@Chee.Y4ng Thanks for the support, I truly appreciate it 😊