Mixing Vocals with Stock Plugins

[@christopherkouri2317]

The only guy on YT that can make a vocal sit without verb. Well done sir!

[@briankingart]

These are the type of basic help we newbies need. Thank you Joe. Don't forget Leonard Cohen bass vocal, full low end vibe... You've got a GREAT Nashville touch.😎

[@jasonstallworth]

This was very helpful and love that you encourage getting good at the basics.

[@natashalilyrose8114]

Thank you, I just started using Studio 5, just learning recording vocals at the moment and getting a workflow for it. 🙏

[@nedim_guitar]

That's exactly what I thought: the dry track sounds really good! Makes you think about the importance of volume balance from the start, and if you can't do that because the recorded tracks sound like creap, it's time to rerecord.

[@venusssharman5922]

Had lots of problems with creating the perfect mix on vocals @ my home studio (Studio One 5).. You have really answered lots of questions for me - Thank you so much kind person..

[@C.S.Argudo]

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[@maksqwe1]

One important thing I only realised pretty late is that it’s important to learn on high quality recordings. I’ve struggled with poorly recorded tracks for a while and I got so frustrated that I almost gave up mixing because no matter what I did, I couldn’t get it to sound nice or even cut through. When learning, it can be hard to differentiate between good and bad rough mixes and while your ears are still being trained, it’s good to have an example of how a mix CAN sound and have a reference to compare to. I’m still definitely a novice, but I actually proved to myself that I can mix when the tracks are half decent. Yes, it’s good to learn how to fix things, but as I’ve learnt from editing photographs it’s easier to subtract and tweak from a detailed file than to try and add something that’s not there.

[@BrianHoffpauer]

Very helpful... I've been using Izotope for quite a while as the presets are the same in coming from PT, but so see how you've done it here is bigly helpful.

[@vogsonair]

you have such great teaching skills Joe, you really understand how to explain things, great!

[@tonyrapa-tonyrapa]

"Less fixing, more mixing"... sounds good to me.

[@4real4real4real]

Exactly

[@sebastian_sings]

good point, this should be always in front of me when doing music

[@JoeHuman]

I've learned more from a handful of these 15m vids over the last year than I ever did in my 25yrs of recording. More a comment on my inability to learn on my own, but jeepers.. these videos are fantastic! ✌🏾🤟🏾

[@marin4311]

The result is awsome, with that slapback delay.

[@kayciecarryl3366]

I loved the quick and dirty vocal mix. It reminds me of doing live sound. Set it up quick and move on. I've done live sound for years, and I've finally took the plunge and bought version 5. Lots of fun, and a few headaches too.

[@BladesMusic]

This is one of the reasons that I enjoy using my Console 1 with Studio One so much. It really limits me to one set of EQ and Compressors (and console emulation, which seems to eliminate some of the EQ need for me). While this is not "stock", it meets a similar criteria of getting to know one set of tools and then expanding on those to incorporate others where they are needed. Whether with stock or with something external that is consistent, it seems that the "learn your base plugins" is a good lesson. If your source is good and you have good command of a few good stock/goto plugins, you can get near 90% of the mix done and THEN add those extra spices so they are really effective. Thanks for another great tutorial, Joe!

[@Evolveweb]

I’ve been wanting to see you do this for so long Joe. Especially on your voice. I’m looking forward to seeing you graduate this to non stock plugins then maybe to your favourite plugins on Your voice maybe even using the same song phrase as you used here so you can really A B compare between the final mix.

[@dedessuslesmoustierjacques3459]

Only with this video, i have learned two big essentials.thanks.More videos on vocal mixing and electronic music (most on drum kits and bass),please.regards.

[@oursongvideos]

Loving S15 & your videos too Joe, thanks for the awesome training. 👀

[@delwood3111]

Great video as alwaysJoe. As someone who just does home mixes (in a similar music genre), this is ideal for me. The stock plug ins are all I really need for my little musical doodles. 😀👍

[@officiallyfields6765]

I would just like to say that I am brand new in this recording area. I have been making songs on my little $5 app on my phone for YEARS I never really considered going to a studio because I don't really make music to try to be a big huge fancy artist LOL I just do it as a hobby for fun because I absolutely love doing it whether my material is what the world wants to hear or not LOL anyhow..... so I bought the AudioBox Studio ultimate bundle package at Guitar Center and I have it all set up and everything's going great and I have now figured out how to record by watching your videos. There is no other KZbinr that explains in-depth and shows us how exactly to do something the way you do. Applause to you my friend. You are one hell of a teacher thank you thank you thank you thank you. I have learned so much just from this little video.. Wow thank you man thank you... Where can I find one of your videos about the de-esser?? I'm the type of artist who has a very sharp S and a very poppy P..... once again thank you so much man this video was amazing

[@johnmalone3256]

Wow, great info. Maybe its just because it sounds louder, but i find using two eqs helps make the individual notes stand out more. Talking about a single acoustic guitar.

[@andrewcarins7639]

Great Tute - thanks I've saved this to go back to. I realize that I master my voice based on my dislike of the sound of my voice, to try to make it closer to what I'd like it to be, rather than what a "good production sound" for MY VOICE should be. Be objective not subjective. I look forward to going back through this again. Thanks.

[@SubhaMusic]

Thank you Joe. This was helpful. I am one of those music producers that rarely record vocals at home. When I do, I am stumped. This is what I need.

[@abelhopson9785]

Merry Christmas to you and your family Thanks for your worth full updates Keep going Have a wonderful day

[@jerrycoursey7320]

Thanks Joe Lots of good vocal plugin technique I just got the presonus 18i20 eithe the artist software I have used pro-tools digi 001 daw since 2000

[@jerrycoursey7320]

Sorry didn’t finish my comment Long story short my old windows xp pc died so I decided to up grade with presonus instead rof pro tools. I have a lot to Learn Thank you for your helpful videos Jerry in Ga.

[@TimSweatman]

Great video! I'd love to see your approach to mastering.

[@creativeroom365]

Hi Joe, I just wanna ask if you if you can make a small clip showing how to create buses and FX channels please. And how to name them correctly also thanks.

[@carolyn7271]

3rd or 4th time viewing this; I may be getting it! Our vocalists deserve it.

[@brianwallington9744]

Hi Joe ,I am just starting looking at effects etc, when you put the delay on just the vocals I thought it was way to much (what do I know) but when you played it back in the mix it sounded awesome.. I certainly have a lot to learn about how to use effects on vocals.Thank you Joe for this "eye opener"

[@queengorgeous5334]

i love how you show it vey simple and straightroward

[@MindoverX]

Thanks Joe - good stuff! New to the Sphere so really taking the fast and deep dive as much as time, friends and family will tolerate lol

[@onatozkaya]

İ purchased studio one 5 artist a few weeks ago. i like it. Great program and has very good stock plugins

[@WisdomBai]

THANK YOU SO MUCH JOE

[@aspenstudios212]

Joe you’re the man, Studio One is an amazing DAW but definitely one of the things that made me do the change were you and Gregor because I can always rely on you to learn how to use my tools properly. Question, is there any number that I could call as a presonus sphere user for direct questions on technical stuff, software or hardware? There’s always little things that you encounter that are hard to find an explanation of. Thank you as always

[@Traynoramp08]

This is what I do. muffled and muted tone can kill the vocals, vocals need to be well balance and crisp!

[@jeffreyparrish5000]

I have a deep seeded appreciation for learning the importance of mastering the basics of the recording craft. these are elements that need to exist on almost every recording and you and Gregor present them quite well. Because of my acquiring Studio One 5 Professional, my subscription to Sphere and the wonderful instruments I've bought and learned over the years, my muse has been unleashed.Thank you all so much for your continued contributions. I can't wait to progress from the essentials that you so masterfully instruct Joe, to learning the eccentric methods of the industry used in the works of Peter Gabriel, XTC, The Police and others. I look forward to a little George Clinton or Steve Lillywhite methods in the future. Til then, Thanks for schooling me in the methods you have mastered. All of you at PreSonus have my unending gratitude. I have so much more to learn from all of you. Thank You..

[@WASpectrum]

Those tips in the first few minutes should make all the difference for many including myself. I'm still troubleshooting but I bought a $1,300 mic and it sounds the same as my $100 mic so I think the problem is coming from how I'm actually recording.

[@ChristianRapMusic]

Just subbed bro and wanted to know how to do a complete mix on my music I do. I'm always spending money to have someone mix when I could save if I knew how to do it.

[@JayTheLane]

Great work on this. You have a good voice mate.

[@gcroteau7226]

thank you, very useful, I did'nt find the slap delay plug in that you used in the stock plugin. Only the Analog Delay.

[@brettmarlar4154]

Ultimately, garbage in, garbage out. But adequate in can be good out. Capturing the performance is best possible foundation. Looking like the next live mix critique won't be until after the 1st of the year?

[@AmbientSpirit-nh7ir]

Very good advice... plus, your voice is AMAZING!

[@yarahyasharan4115]

You should do a fast pace video on all the stock plugins and what they have to offer...... Also this was a simple and great way to teach about eq and compression.

[@vitocelestino7320]

Good job explaining Eq and compression, I use similar settings, what's your thoughts on spreading the vocal left and right, and another take down the middle for a fuller sounding vocal? Can you get a doubler effect with standard plugins?

[@barendse1]

yeah, you're gifted at teaching. thanks for this.

[@bivens3ify]

This is extremely helpful. Wow, I heard that difference.

[@sebastian_sings]

thanks Joe, nice lesson with few very important tips I should remember

[@brical1176]

These videos are incredible...Thank you for posting them! I’m new to home studio work. Can you direct me to a video of yours that might show how to make changes to just a small section of a song? Highlight a measure and add effect sort of thing. Thanks again.

[@presonus]

Search our channel for "Event FX."

[@kimwestwood8840]

Anyone tell you that you look a lot like the singer and founder of Lexington Lab Band?

[@asinthaprabhashwara6729]

You are a great teacher. Thank you & God bless you.

[@guybeauchesne9248]

Thank you Jo for taking the time to share your skills and experience. Much appreciated. 🙏

[@Songwriter376]

Excellent video! Very helpful indeed. If there was an “after compression blob preview button” in S1’s compressor to see what the blobs would look like while adjusting the compressor settings - in real time mind you - and displayed maybe on an adjacent track along with the original, it would be fantastic.

[@kadyllakkyng]

Keep more videos like this coming

[@WE2019]

Nice Stuff Joe. Blessings

[@zmanpianoman]

Just starting out. I can play a heck of a song on my Yamaha arranger work station but,,, I need to know how to make great mix using my piano and instruments on Studio One. Also using the plugins. Thank you.

[@edbosisto8688]

Great video thanks. Just got started with Studio One and advice like this is gold

[@michaeltablet8577]

Merry Christmas to you and your family! Thanks again Joe for all you do!

[@todblanchard115]

Fantastic video Joe. Thanks!

[@psykodavinci3764]

best video i seen of this straight to the chase...

[@jimmyk9998]

Thank you for this video. I have been trying to teach compression to a friend without a lot of verbal explanation. Once he hears this I think we can repeat it then move on to eq, compression Correlation

[@clydejones_visuals]

Man! This is amazing!!!!!

[@frankiepcastle]

I been having an issue with making my drums pop right using stock drum pad. I'm coming from Mpc Beat.. low-key I still use it's VST for beats and Studio One Artist for vocals.

[@michelelisettejennings]

Hello. How do you adjust your levels before recording the track to ensure you're recording at a -18 to -24 for narration? Vocals?

[@RubyRupendar]

nice one really enjoyed seeing thing this! Can you shed some light on how you export your stems(All Busses Rhythm, Bass, Keys, Vocals, BGV) with send Fx. I find it Very Hard! Solo That Buss and Bounce. Any Workaround??

[@Just-Tony]

Your explanation of compression is great - turn down the loud parts and then turn EVERYTHING up. "Fixing is not Mixing"... Ba-boom- ching !!.... classic Joe 😂😂

[@svtbass]

Can you do a few Electric BASS REC/ MIXING with stock plugins etc? Thank you..

[@juanziegler1471]

My favorite lessons ,Thank You

[@gabrielnorman9188]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqbCiGaJmbCNj6c I'm sorry if this is bad but does he have potential? :)

[@juanziegler1471]

@@gabrielnorman9188 why is it bad ??? Less is better , I love it and will go over some older recordings and definatly improve them ,

[@misfit72492]

It'd be cool to see some wild vocal effects that you can create with stock plug-ins too! Also vocal panning tips?

[@biggchiefy678]

Might be a stupid request but I'm been on a engineering journey and now it finally time to learn how to mix vocals n stuff myself. I usually have somebody do it for me but you teach a man to fish then you know . Can you make a video breaking down all the plug in and what they do ?

[@Perisher80]

Excellent. A very helpful video that I’m sure I shall refer back to quite often. Thanks.

[@shawnsteele2943]

Thank you for making the process simple my friend

[@-amjadfakira]

Hi I have problem with mixdown when I mix my song it's awesome but when I exported to mixdown wav or even MP3 320 I hear a lot of reverb and same instruments so far and reverb to high . I tried a lot of situation to fix that but I can't . Hope to help me please . I use last update S1 5.1. Thanks

[@ayeesha.e]

“Strangling it!”… “hmmm that’s violent “ 😂 my favorite part

[@michaelalbatros9591]

where would you put a De-esser in this vocal-chain? before or after eq? before or after the compressor?

[@jerrydouglas4583]

Alright! Flexin’ on vocals. I like the voice.

[@image30p]

I'm just starting to record my own vocals with Studio One artist. First try was maybe not the best with an SM58, but I have a little better mic now. Really just more stuff like this. What does guitar EQ look like? Drums. Etc. After you point the areas out I can hear them, but when you played the vocal the first time I didn't know what should be done to improve it. Thanks!

[@alisandradelnero3960]

You have an awesome voice

[@RobTube1963]

Love this style of teaching Joe, coming to the point, but not too fast as a lot of other channels, where I can't remember anything, this is a waste of time for me, so please go on with your style, thanks

[@kencleveland1762]

Awesome info on mixing. Very helpful. But I also want to comment on your music. It is really beautiful.

[@TbnStudio]

Really Thank you 🙏🏼

[@Speuh0]

Thank you for all the KZbin tutorial videos you make. Joe Gilder explains it very nicely and clearly. Good explanation. Very nice to get to grips with all the possibilities. Thank you Are there any other S1 vocal presets you've used before? Is it possible to share this? For example in my Presonus account, under share? Henk Netherlands

[@technoscout]

Are there any plans for a full stereo mixer like the Wing? Maybe in the shape and size of the 16.0.2?

[@paddy-o-707]

Is there a basic video to set up Artist for two channel recording? I am using a Scarlett 2i2 and just want to record vocals and acoustic guitar.

[@beatsbyekwatoriano3556]

This is where I need to stick. Thanks Joe.

[@Goranissaved]

Hi. Thank you. I'm a saxophone player and I've started using studio One 5. I wonder if you could show how to make a good saxophone sound. Take care. /Göran (Swede)

[@ugiproductions]

Thanks for the tutorial brother❤ love from 🇱🇰

[@sonikblaksmif]

Hello Joe, met you finally at 2020 Namm. Still asking for add to pool Macro or Keyboard shortcut assignment. Thx

[@madcat9803]

Thanks, Joe. Can you do a video on how to get a better sound wave while recording input? Everything I record I can barely see the wave represented in Studio One. Or if there already is a video, can you please point me to it Thanks!

[@christophergreer4719]

This tutorial is gold!!

[@EdivarSRosa]

Ótima aula. Obrigado!

[@audiolight9731]

"you can get....great sounding mixes....using the plug ins that come with your software...". This is a true statement. I had a high paying client, and on a personal dare, I mixed the entire project using nothing but S1 Pro plug ins. I sent a first draft over to see if they'd approve...and they posted the project before responding to me. Don't go down the plug in rabbit hole...work on getting good mixes with the tools at your disposal.

[@ManHoun77officiel]

Very nice tutorial done! We are now waiting for the mastering. Above all, at what level to position the faders of all instruments, effects and buses to export the final file. Big thanks !

[@rafecolii]

I bought the Revelator USB mic, and it shipped with Studio One 5. I do not have an interface, and I'm using the Windows audio. I'm an aspiring voice- over artist. My closet studio isn't the greatest, and I need help removing as much sound floor as I can using the stock plug-ins. Any advice?

[@gustavoloebel]

Amazing info! Thanks Joe! What mic is that one you are using?

[@na1tm3r]

Any hardware requirements?… I mean, I’m recording/mixing a song and the first 8 tracks were all good, but now with 13 tracks the sound started crunching and cutting a little… I must say I have a High Sierra macOS with 16GB RAM. And I’m using external plug-ins as BIAS FX and JST…

[@jetdeleon]

Thanks Joe, very helpful. Question: how do I keep a fader from disengaging from my midi controller whenever I open a plug-in?

[@Killothewisp]

Yoo I got the studio one 86 it’s dope asf thank you for the tips !

[@kcjohnson4178]

Is your preset available for download?

[@larrywhitfield6997]

This helps a lot! Thank you

[@HunterVisionProductions]

Is Slap Delay a stock plugin?