How To Record A Song From Scratch - Vocals - RecordingRevolution.com

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[@mr.nobody8739]

Helped a fuck ton.

[@ericperalesofficial8594]

I have a sennheiser e835 , it's a handheld live performance mic but it sounds great with the pre amp on with my interface, if i put a muffle as a popper and use your 8 inch distance and record in the middle of the room would that work to?

[@orekemuzyk2800]

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[@luisrodrigues8203]

Mate, you're already an idol for your generosity. Do you actually realize how big a difference you're making for people who thought this would be impossible? I'm in Rio, just managed to put my 2-months old daughter to sleep after a day at the office and started my first recording because of you. Can't thank you enough. I wish all the best and please keep the videos coming! Abraço

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amazing!

[@RobsonCoffy]

same here irmao!!!!

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Luis Rodrigues hope your daughter is still doing well after 3 years brother🤞

[@vitorcage]

Graham, please consider extending these series to mixing and mastering the song. It'd be really helpful to see the whole process. Thanks!

[@NickJacobsMusic]

Did you watch the video til the end? ;)

[@vitorcage]

Nike Farmer I was in the middle of the video when I made that comment. Btw he already started the mixing series!

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[@CommanderReplay]

Putting a little reverb on the vocal track is generally a good idea so that the singer doesn't have to hear their voice dry. Helps to make them a little more comfortable hearing their voice.

[@officialWWM]

Commander Replay pretty sure he doesn't have an issue with that.

[@stonedmermaid679]

This is completely right now i need a video on how to make my Mic do it

[@sevrin6812]

@@stonedmermaid679 Reverb is an effect that you apply on your computer in your DAW, not something you apply on your microphone. Hope this helps!

[@aaron4757]

Sevrin no you can do both. By applying a pedal to the vocal mic or like u stated in the DAW.

[@aphrodence02]

@@aaron4757 but it will get kind of muddy on the process ones it gets to your daw.,. We'll basically you could make some touch up edit to it, but not revert it to plain setting since it was recorded with analog effect rather than digital. Same goes with 🎸 guitar recording I've tried recording a song using analog and it sucked.

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@@gfmcorp6161 preach. Everyones mad cynical. I would have paid a fair price to hear all the advice and knowledge he has from his experience. And since he decides to just focuse on bringing value, that's why he'll continue to have success. And how ever he can monetize without going against his truths he should.

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Its actually funny thing, that most of people ignore that FREE guide that is made available by the artists. Trust me when you start working in professional world, you shall be needing help in every bit, every morsel would have to be spoon fed and these scripts are the skeletal for every project. So hereby we must thank and appreciate the efforts made and since this is especially for people like you and me, it is all the more imperative to be supportive. Thanks a lot Graham!

[@davecarsley8773]

I've literally recorded vocals in my living room *closet* with the door closed and a blanket draped over my head (and the microphone/stand). I can't imagine how stupid I would have looked had someone walked in on me, but it actually worked quite well.

[@TrollingNpc]

Dave Carsley hahahahahaha. Me too

[@russellwiley7869]

My Mic wears a hat at all times. At first it was just to keep the dust off the mic when not in use, but just fooling around with the mic one day I was doing a test record and just didn't take the hat off. When I went to record it for real I took the hat off and found that it sounded better with the hat left on. Apparently the hat was blocking some of the ambient room sound and made the recording sound quieter. Now I always record with a hat on the mic and it sounds just as good in the treated room as it does just sitting in my living room.

[@OnlineMD]

Ah, you invented your own Burqa-booth! I've seen videos of people doing this! :)

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[@christian.r_lyndu8497]

Ay bruh, Travis Scott did that once for one of his most popular hits. If it works- it dont matter how foolish u look

[@DanRodriguez1]

:O Those vocals in one take, way to go Graham!

[@alexanderraven234]

iws totally dumbstruck rn goin n record rn, brb

[@LokiLL999]

yep agreed.. nice work brother.

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Dude is a total pro... and super helpful to beginners. What a guy!

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[@heroblok6]

These videos are edited, to cut to the chase. I'm sure he could probably one take these, but i would think it be easier for him to put together the videos by breaking them down in parts and editing them to one seemless video.

[@Papandrecords]

5 years later and I just finish watching all of your "from scratch" videos, I'm lost for words absolutely 100 percent hands down the greatest videos I believe I have came across on KZbin. These videos just made my recording and mixing process 1 million percent better. YOU AMONG THE GREATS GRAHAM, Thank you brother!

[@TheToneLounge]

Graham is still a leading figure when it comes to home recording. I don't think anyone on this platform is as giving. The content is always solid and spot on. Top notch content. Cheers

[@greenzo9023]

Graham, this was seriously the best tutorial series I've ever seen on recording, cannot believe it didn't cost a dime. So stoked about the mixing series coming up!

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[@b1j]

I strongly agree with you that the vocalist deserves the entire mix. I finished mine yesterday, and today my singer with do a practice session that will help us find our best collaboration.

[@chandrakanx]

This video really is helpful, as a rapper I now know how to do vocals, huge shout out and thanks

[@bryce5062]

IAmCPK anyway you could PM me?? Have some questions (no not looking for a handout) more so advice

[@nmcgregor1990]

I really like your videos! I live how you enforce how it really doesn't matter what gear you use but it's how you use it. So many engineers can be so snooty about gear.

[@Englrood]

Graham my friend you are the SHIT! Been so discouraged by people when it comes to writing/recording/producing music and now after watching your videos Ive never been more inspired. Ready to get the ball rolling, thanks again

[@TheOmnisProject]

Graham these videos are so helpful. Long time player, first time producer here that is very grateful of your content, thank you!

[@taylorsmusic1415]

This is so helpful! I know nothing about recording but I really want to!! Thanks

[@isebabie]

this is SOOO helpful! I've always just been the one singing and my friends (the producers) dealing with everything. now that I'm working with a producer on the other side of the country, I have to record my own vocals. Thank you so much for this!!

[@Christopher-jNet]

By the way, that's a cool song. It's giving me goosebumps!

[@starsandguitars2050]

Two years later and i'm finally getting to view this. Thanks Graham. Wonderful stuff.

[@elvinrivera8523]

My recordings have always been sloppy and after watching your videos I feel a million times more satisfied with my work thank you so much for this and the acoustic guitar video ❤️❤️❤️

[@JaniceMarieSingleton]

You are indeed an awesome Earth Angel. I am sending you and your loved ones loads of positive energy well wishes. Love, Joy, Peace, and Prosperity!

[@eduardocassiano6083]

It would be really interesting to see him walk through up till mastering sessions with this track.

[@gregzen7896]

"changing the volume inside your software does not change the signal going into your recording" this was EXACTLY what I have been trying to confirm. THANK YOU! (if you haven't already done a vid on this concept, perhaps..?)

[@antoniomassomba375]

Thanks, man. I was about to give it up and do another thing...

[@paullucas4846]

Sweet song Graham. The vocals sound good, even without processing. Shows what a good singer, who knows his gear can do with a $99 mic.

[@AugustOfficial08]

It's funny how he put so much energy into the singing and went back to talking like nothing 💀🙏🔥🔥

[@johnbates1948]

This is the best video I have found on KZbin to help people who are looking to record songs at home. And not only that ... recording from scratch is a bonus! You have a great voice by the way, so thank you so much Graham for a brilliant tutorial, well presented and in chronological order too.

[@yourtulpa]

Once again - thank you very much, Graham! I've got much deeper into recording because of your videos and each and every one of them has been so helpful it's ridiculous! Keep it up!

[@kernjames]

Very nice lyrics on your song. Oaky, there are little things that you talk about that I didn't know how to do, especially concerning the Protools software. I also love that you do everything within a small Budget. Most of the channels with music videos are always promoting the newest software doodad that cost at least 300 dollars. Your whole studio only costs $350! Great, just great. Your generosity is very appreciated.

[@innocentlilkilljoy9831]

I wanna start a band someday, and even though I'm doing electric guitar, I was wondering how the vocals would work. Thanks

[@Nikkimaya1]

Graham, you are the king. Your videos are by far the best instruction videos for home recording on the internet. Whenever I have a question, I'll do a quick search and look for Recording Revolution. I am very seldom disappointed. You have been my main teacher since I started this hobby. Thank you my friend.

[@bhaveekdesai]

Thoroughly enjoyed and learned a lot from this series! Thank you so much! Please keep making such series. God bless

[@Forreal859]

Graham the GOAT for this video i wish you were around when i very first started recording

[@MJFlan]

You are the man bro! What a voice and thanks for the video and education!

[@nostaticatall]

Awesome as usual, Graham. We're looking forward to seeing you mix and master this too. :) You're a very generous guy! Love you, brother.

[@DavidAndrewsPEC]

You cite the inverse square law ... that's maths. Engineers use maths ... yep, you're an engineer. Sweet. Made me smile!

[@DaRaven9187]

«The next series i'm gonna make is about mixing» that sentence made a spark of joy in my heart :D

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Gotta love this dude... Pause and scroll to (13:19) .#FEELINGit

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[@gamecock-mk5zb]

This song sounds delicious. Great singing

[@QuincyKane]

I'm gonna be doing some vocal tests later today, so this video should be really helpful! Thanks for sharing!

[@brxtmp106]

One thing THIS series exemplifies that is often overlooked, especially by those who don't create, is that YOU are working from a song that is in your head. When you started with the drum tracks and bass track it was...interesting...but as you added layers the song began to take shape in the DAW as it obviously existed in your HEAD! Great series, learning a lot, motivated to get with the program and put what's in MY head onto tracks.

[@David-ho7yk]

The absolute best & the most generous teacher online. Thanks Graham! I'm forever grateful

[@rishabhrai854]

Hey Graham !! could you please make a Full Fledged series of making a song with Virtual Instruments. From what sorta gear is needed, to using drum pads, Midi keyboards, Synth patches used, etc... Thank You !!

[@dj9917]

Graham, can,t praise enough I saw all episodes of your record a song from scratch in one go, learnt a lot and it was for first time for me for such learning - regards Dee Jay Indian

[@Abeltone]

Graham, I've been following you since you started this channel, I still get excited whenever you upload a new video, thanks for doing this.

[@erynncorral6032]

I have never watched any youtube tutorial as helpful as this. Thank you very much!

[@leahjonesmusic5222]

Wow, I love this song! Thank you for your informative videos!

[@gorlami1]

the quality is the golden wraping of all his work during this video good job

[@CrystalDennisMusic]

Loved this series. Just started recording my won songs and knew a lot of these tricks but some I didn't so was really nice to get a refresher course with some new advice (best take away is the volume while recording vocals, I always think my noise floor is too loud when it's probably some other outside source I need to isolate and not the preamp) can't wait to hear you mix this.

[@terrencegitmoney5733]

I love you Graham, I've been addicted to these videos for a year or two.

[@sandoeslim57]

Dope recording and Great Help!! I like how simple you teach each step

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Been watching for years, you and your channel are irreplaceable. I can't speak for the world, but I for one really appreciate all of the free content you put out. You are an excellent teacher! Thank you

[@sounds-and-samples]

Thanks Graham! For this very excellent content and meticulous explanations; this is just the channel I've been looking for; Keep up the good work!

[@Christopher-jNet]

Thanks for this great tutorial. It's a good refresher for me as I get ready to record my own vocals for my next new song.

[@tobless510]

I thank JESUS for you, ive learned so much And when I get on Im coming to see you. You the man Gram.

[@michaelbennett8981]

Send Jesus my regards when you speak to him. i've been meaning to thank him for all the good he did. He's amazing how he creates humans out of dust. Just amazing! Thank you Jesus. Hell yeah

[@CD92837]

Your whole style is so helpful. You make it simple to understand for anyone and also care about making sure you use accessible tools for people on budgets. You’re the best, thanks a lot for your help

[@ashleyallen4848]

insanely informative for beginners .

[@spicetbedhead]

Never hate on this man!!! He is real!!! This helped me!!! I won't let anyone tell me other wise!!!

[@brianjosephmedia1086]

Wait, why is direct monitoring not an option here? I always mute the pro tools track and monitor myself directly from my mixer to avoid latency.

[@TheYrthenarc]

Yeah, it would seem logical to just flick that switch that says "DIRECT MONITOR" right above the headphone connector.

[@kinozashezi9427]

Thank you so much... I'm a young 16 yr old girl..and I love to sing .. I've had this curiosity...about recording a song ...I started to worry I'll be so confused when I should record...❤️🎶thank you have helped me ❤️god bless you

[@krisperkreme6021]

Man, such great content and delivery. Love your videos.

[@keymaster430]

I hate that I just now found your videos. I watched all 6 of this particular recording and the way you taught it, made it so understandable. It inspired me to make some of my own music. Luckily, I just so happened to have the Scarlett Focusrite interface, which made it a little easier to follow along. Your song sounded great! Can't wait to start watching your other videos.

[@tearsofjoy5416]

most helpful tips on the internet, thank you!

[@Gagetheproducer]

The tip about recording doubles and recording emphasis tracks was a big help. "Oldest trick in the book" but I still didn't know! This was a big help. It changed the entire way I did a song!!! THANKS A MILLION MAN

[@thehillybillycat1]

Hey Graham, As a complete novice at home recording I find your tutorials a massive help, I'm wondering have you to be technically minded in this world of digital recording to produce a quality recording, While I have no major issues actually recording a piece , it's when it comes to the mixing , mastering, compression stage , it completly goes over my head as regards to vu meters , levels, attacks, etc, and can get quite disheartened because I feel Im not going to be able to produce that '' Radio Ready Song'' as you say, not that I'm going to be producing radio songs it's just for myself to make a CD and to sell at my gigs but I still like the quality to be there for the listener ''IF'' they purchase a CD.

[@TrappoRL]

I got into writing rap a few years ago. Just bought a home studio. This isnt my type of music but man youre so helpful and after learning more about making music I have learned to apriciate different genres more. You make such easy guides to understand. Cant wait to quit work and hit the studio and implement what I learned from you.

[@TatianaNeva]

Wow!!! Love your song!!!! It’s beautiful!!! Great job on the video too! Thank you for the lessons

[@2mkstudio]

Excellent series! You leave no questions to be answered.

[@truthseeker11]

I'm on a desktop. Fan is running, and it definitely comes up in the mix. Is it ok to put myself in a small closet filled with clothing? I'm limited on options. I have the exact same tools you have, except my mic is a $100 Audio Technica condenser mic.

[@bigstunna2049]

I have the same problem I'm not sure either if a closet would help

[@truthseeker11]

@@bigstunna2049 I tried it out. It's officially my vocal booth. Works great.

[@bigstunna2049]

@@truthseeker11 thx I'll have to try it out

[@drewdoesdrums3]

@@bigstunna2049heck yeah man! That's actually a suggestion most people make as opposed to treating your whole room if you don't have that as an option. I don't have a closet big enough to record in, so I ended up making a cheap vocal booth from PVC pipe and packing blankets

[@bigstunna2049]

@@drewdoesdrums3 thanks that's also another method I'll try

[@byg3427]

Can't wait til the mixing series this taught me how to actually use an audio interface thanx

[@Juxtapose76]

This video here is very informative. Thanks for all your hard work.. Gb

[@ambrosearts]

GREAT and informative video that is much appreciated.....and you sing really well....great song too.

[@snail5870]

Is there anywhere I can listen to the full song because it's gr8

[@omkardandekar5518]

Graham, thanks for sending out the PDF. But please help us make the videos for the whole process. The way you explain stuff in a simple fashion is outstanding!! Thankss a lottt

[@networkunplugged]

This is a good motivation!

[@TheLucvD]

You are a legend mate! I bought a scarlett studio set and spent the first few days clueless on how to record and work with Pro Tools First. Your series has been all I needed. Thank you so much!

[@ngavengmirimai310]

These 6 video tutorials are just so amazing! And this one is the BEST!!! Thank you Graham! The Pre-Chorus is awesome btw...

[@octavatorband2507]

I have learned so much from watching your videos through out the year, I've downloaded your six steps and will use it for my new album. Great work!

[@AverageYakAngler]

Dude this is Sick! Thank you for breaking it down step by step. Awesome work. Earned a Sub from me. I'm new to all this so this helps alot thx man.

[@jamesbailey5008]

Loving this recording help but honestly this song is extremely good, riff, lyrics, melody, additional fills etc. awesome

That will be a dream if I can recorded a song in a real studio!! I love to sing!!!!😁

[@fiveSolas879]

thanks alot Graham. ive been hooked on this 1st part. will eagerly wait for pt 2, in the mean time im off to my sonar homestudio and my marshall code will be also checking out the pdf you gave us. 1,000,000,000 thumbs up bro, happy easter

[@yuscbeatz3869]

My only problem in recording is that I always forget my own lyrics so I’m looking at my phone the entire time

[@gixerson8212]

You don’t need to do it all in one verse bro, takes time to get use to so just start off by reading little by little.

[@ravialexander3183]

Wow, what a great tutorial. That was really the video I was searching for. Thank you! 🙏🔥

[@Danichovideos]

maaaan, you're my best youtube discovery yet! :-D

[@LAVIKOKA]

I just found you on youtube and subscribed. I will check The radio ready guide. I need to start watching all your videos so I can learn from you. I am exited to embark in this journey and starting to record with my brother again. Music is part of my life...thanks

[@CarnivoreIntelligence]

That is fantastic! Keep on doing music! 😊

[@simon_esse896]

Where can I get this song? Spotify or SoundCloud or something like that? Would be great to hear the end result.

[@jwillyb870]

This guy is AWESOME! Thank you so much for doing what you do, you are a natural and patient teacher and the way you explain so many complicated things in a simple way and break this complex process down for a common MF is absolutely amazing! I went to a digital audio production/recording school and it cost me well over 30 grand in school loans and the whole nine yards and I didnt learn SHIT!!! I have learned more and grasped so many basic concepts that just instantly and effortlessly click from watching just a few of his videos than I got out of the better part of 2 years sitting in a "studio environment" with trained instructors and "experienced audio engineers" mostly sitting there scratching my head dumbfounded wondering what the hell they're talking about. Wish i had stumbled upon this first, years ago! Might have gotten more out of my formal "education" if I had and grasped the basics beforehand. I just finished the 6 part series and I am HOOKED! It has already helped me tremendously fine tune my rec process and connect the dots and get the flow going. Keep up the good work and keep doing what you do, you rock brother!

[@rogerabrego8990]

Ok I play the “Hey what’s the name of this tune” because this song sounds just addicting.

[@kelheldersheen7676]

Thank you after 2 months of research you’re video is the best

[@boogiejonz]

Any reason you had the mic diaphragm higher than your mouth? Just curious.

[@hueykhalidX]

It helps to open up the airway--smoother vocal response. Also having the mic positioned this way minimizes plosives/pops.

[@kieranriddle9120]

You can also place it a bit lower than your mouth as well.

[@ArchAngelMusiq]

you never want to be singing down into a microphone. its bad vocal technique as a vocalist because it makes breaths more difficult to take and singing in higher ranges more difficult.

[@diymusicbiz]

Never had a problem with plosives using proper distance. Indeed breaths can be difficult when mic aimed dead on.

[@chrispinelli]

A. Ray Woods a microphone placed above the mouth can bring out more nasal qualities of the voice. A microphone below the mouth more of the throat resonance. It depends on the singer which is best.

[@EricFaries]

Man i cannot thank you enough for having this channel and doing all these videos to help us. I know personally these have really been a HUGE help in making mixing so much easier, and even recording. I was getting so frustrated with my mixes trying to figure out what i was doing wrong, but after watching all of your videos, especially those on Vocals and microphones, i feel so much more comfortable attacking songs again and getting back to doing what i love. Thank you again for all the help brothaman!

[@ilrosso666]

Hi Graham, great job as usual. Why not to let us mix your soung? would be great to try. Just my 2 cents . Cheers from Italy

[@Leo_Vulkan]

Yep, I really liked the song. Would love to have the multi-track to give it a try.

[@maurineadua4395]

thanks alot

[@angeladavis2859]

You're a blessing!!!!!! I just realized I wanted to produce my own music and had no idea where to start! Long story short your videos have help me out a TON. Thank you so much! ❤️

[@ronnyron007]

Can you end the whole series by playing the whole finished song? Do it like a release party.

[@FeOyakawa]

I just loved this series, it was amazing and helped me a lot! Thank you very much!

[@JayLewTheTruth]

Skip to 10:55. Thank me later

[@groovekingin5259]

Jay-Lew The Truth thanks