Greg Wells Demos the Greg Wells VoiceCentric Vocal Plugin

Producer, composer and engineer Greg Wells (Adele, Katy Perry, OneRepublic, Mika) shows how to use his vocal plugin VoiceCentric, including in-depth audio demonstrations.
Greg Wells VoiceCentric: www.waves.com/p...
Chapters:
0:05 - Intro
3:35 - A/B Demo
7:06 - The Controls
18:50 - Full Song A/B Demo

[@AaronDGoldblatt]

Dude.... Mr. Wells... Firstly, I really really like the song and it is produced superbly. Second, I just want to thank you and Waves for actually doing a truly deep overview of your plugin and really allowing us to hear the A/B results of pretty much every aspect of it. This kind of presentation is refreshing to see and I really want to thank for it.

[@aje7183]

what he said,

[@mrjenkins30jj]

I totally agree.....100%

[@AlexNiedt]

For those wanting more info, this comes from Greg himself on Gearslutz: "A lot changes as that knob moves - ratios, thresholds, EQ bell curves, the way the two compressors react to each other, all kinds of madness...I'm a huge 1176 fan and also love the slower optical vibe of my RCA BA-6B. The two compressors in the VoiceCentric emulate that."

[@nigelcarren]

I bought this today, and not one hour later I declared this the best plug-in I have ever bought! TRULY a game-changer. Its for when you have spent hundreds of hours baking the most beautiful cake, it tastes great... But THIS adds the cherry on top, the sprinkles and a few candles! Bravo Mr Wells, Thank you 👍🎶🇬🇧

[@WebMatros]

Damn I loved watching this. Very well done video production: no rush, no hurry, no jump cuts, just the artist behind the plugin and its sound. The plugin sounds great by the way!

[@sameedgaming4916]

WebMatros - Spread Your Wings Online wqL

[@strangerdanger2306]

Love how clean the doubler is. Also, thank you for using a song that already sounds good as your sample. So many of these videos use terrible songs, it's so much easier to hear the plugin do its job when the song is already good.

[@hjalmarlindstrom977]

exactly

[@honkytonk2010]

I bought this plugin and I can hear why your proud of it this plugin is so amazing on vocals Thank you Greg for sharing your awesome video

[@cgonzt5636]

Interested also, but what do you use to clean the raw vocals before using plugin? Such as fan noise, loud breath, etc..

[@SPD87327]

@@cgonzt5636 clarity vx

[@djcata7474]

"it's designed specifically for everyone" way to go! :)

[@avaonalee]

Vocalist is INCREDIBLE

[@jayfblank]

A-GREED! A good vocalist helps!

[@garyshepherd9226]

It's the vocal sound I have been searching for - ever since the studio in the 70's I worked at used echo plates mixed with real tape delay - this gets the sound like that which to me is the essence of a good vocal sound. Great value and so easy to use.

[@GTSongwriter]

I've got this recording from a person who can't sing anymore and her voice is from over 15 years ago. I've been working very hard over the last month trying to get her voice to sound right. I decided to demo Greg Wells Voice Centric and Mix Centric. Oh my Gosh! I can't believe my ears! This plug-in pulled the muddiness it of the vocal track and replaced it with the warmth and presence that I was missing! The Mix Centric is also promising as it helped to move the mix around for her voice! Her voice stands out, sightly above the mix while keeping the instruments within reach while also allowing instruments to poke out of the mix when needed!

[@lance134679]

This plugin seems like just the ticket for those like me who love recording and mixing, but don't spend 40 hours a week perfecting our craft.

[@teddinardo8944]

thank to Greg Wells for your great plugins , everyone I talk to that has your plugins by wave loves them , a big thank you

[@GeoffGibbsMIXER]

My compliments on that GREAT SONG!!! Well done.

[@jayfblank]

Very subtle. Almost sounds like it's doing something you could do with sidechained fx (reverb/delay) minus all the discrete steps, like it's doing the work for you, VERY subtly. Love it. Five stars!

[@tylerjaynesmusic]

Just purchased. Laid into a mix right at the end and elevated the lead vocals instantly. Thank you 🙏 excellent

[@nondelusional]

HOLY SHIT !~ i can't believe i have ignored/slept-on this plug-in . i am sold this will become very useful in vocal processing.

[@_JohnnySav]

Oh My GawwwwwD. Her vocals are simply amazing perfect to display this masterful plugin!

[@causeno1048]

Wow. Like. I LOVE what the plugin is doing. Very nice. But also: What a wonderful performance to start with! Impressive. The recording part of it but also wow the singer. And with the plugin dialed in it blows my mind. Really great.

[@causeno1048]

Kinda shows what you are polishing should still be a diamond in the first place.

[@MarcioNovelli]

What is this gorgeously written and mind-blowingly performed song?!

[@CoutsoudisGeorge]

Oh wow, just bought this and have tried it on a session and I'm gob smacked. So subtle yet so totally changes the vibe. Like the man says, from a view finder to a film screen! Nice one Mr Wells.

[@BuildABergGroup]

I can get the same results with this plug in, but I still want this because of the speed. Perfect for a mix house that churns out pro mixes left and right!

[@BuildABergGroup]

*without

[@buckycore]

This song is amazing. What a beautiful demonstration. Sold

[@Stormchaser189]

I think this singers emotional performance is far superior than any plugin money can buy! Maybe the plugin adds a little more sweet sauce..but its nothing you cant get from a clean recording & a decent delay/Verb combo..& doubler like microshift..

[@sanāticca]

Absolutely love this plugin. Thank you Captain Wells👏

[@KalltuniClassics]

I have used this plugin for like two(2) years now. It is dope!

[@AudioReplica2023]

QUESTION!!!! WHEN THE HELL THIS SONG IS COMING OUT???? LOL. I love the way she sings this song. So much feeling on her voice. love it

[@raphlasne]

That's an awsome OVERVIEW! thank you, Mr. Wells!

[@BrianRussTVC]

I feel like this will be really helpful for me live when i have no time to get anything but get correction done.

[@toastybatch565]

When he turned up that delay knob I knew exactly that this guy is definitely Adele and OneRepublic's producer (obviously, no doubt). I've heard that exact delay sound, frequency, timing, filter, everything, in acapella versions of Adele and One Republic's music.

[@AndrewRealeDrums]

Adele AND Katy Perry are both incredible vocalists. Of course, many song writers are involved, as those vocalists really only sing music that has already been written. Waves plugins seem easy to use and all sound awesome. What's your problem? Waves is not only making a lot of money, but are collaborating with great producers to develop awesome plugins, and for some reason you seem to hate that idea. Show us how you're producing music any differently, or hop off. I have mad respect for Waves, the producer, and the artists involved in this video.

[@au5music]

@@AndrewRealeDrums His response is not antagonistic at all, he's just stating a fact. If someone is looking for that specific sound, like myself, his comment sells the plugin.

[@ophircundangan]

@@au5music hahah I feel like Andrew was replying to another comment in the thread that has been deleted. Otherwise, his aggression doesn't make much sense 💀

[@chike1866]

I'm getting this. Saves my CPU and me a whole load of worries.

[@mcbeards1570]

Will definitely get this plugin, just what I have been looking for for quite sometime now.

[@GertoHeupink]

Nice plugin but as far as I can determine now it's a combination of several techniques I already use but with different plugins. The compression sounds like Parallel compression for which I mostly use SOLID with the vocal parallel preset. But the voiceCentric does a pretty decent job here. The effect you describe at 11:45 is psycho-acoustical and has to do with the HAAS effect which I often use to let the Leadvocal cut through a busy mix. When putting a single very small delay (highcut above 200Hz) about 15 to 25 mS behind the vocaltrack (in mono) your brain perceives the Vocal louder without increase in level. I often use this effect also to make things more 3D. Again.... Nice Plugin as far as I can hear for now

[@bryantwalley]

It is a combination of things you already use. It just combines everything to speed up the process.

[@kepheramanjet3244]

@@bryantwalleyand save CPU unless it uses an unfavorable amount.

[@korrelics]

I'm very impressed with the sound of this plug-in! Definitely going to try the demo.

[@Kev0n05]

This is a go to plugin for vox! Thank you Greg Wells!! So clutch!

[@RickNuthman]

I bought this right after watching your video. I have some female vocals that I'm working on that have very similiar qualities to those of the artist in your demonstration. I'm really excited to see how it comes out!

[@marlowdurden5330]

Mr. Greg Wells, I think this is a great plug-in. I can't wait to have one of my own to use.

[@phalkek]

Perfect demo. I am convinced about this plugin and at 99$ deal it is good. Thanks for a nice demo

[@markroyrainey]

Great song! Really well recorded

[@fdation]

I've been using mixcentric for a while now but I was so used to mixing vocals the same since I liked it and was used to it.So tonight I took a stab at using this plugin and it added a nice brightness but not too high end where it needed alot more compression.I still have to play with it but I'm definitely feeling the sound. 👍👍

[@timothyberner9938]

Man, that's a cool plugin! Nailed it, Mr. Wells!

[@skltr21]

this is a GREAT plugin!

[@elvinlewis4233]

Love it, the track, and..the artist. She sounds fantastic! I did buy this with the N.I. Waves plug in bundle. Sounds 100% pro in this demo, can't wait to use it on my stuff.

[@AveMcree]

got it for $60 on cyber monday and love it

[@JrsonMuzik]

I run in to you everywhere in "Audio-KZbin-Land"! #traptendo

[@AveMcree]

haha...

[@AnaamSings]

Good tune - great lyrics and fabulous voice! xx This plugin is a bloody BEAST! gettin it today!

[@VoxJ]

Sounds really great!! Very wel (articulate) explained and informative (not just about the plugin) Thanks!

[@jacobsmith1877]

That doubler is really good for making the vocal cut during the chorus.

[@insanelion5994]

Not 2 clued up on the Tech side of thing's! But i saw Bea Munro perform live last night in London WOW WOW WOW Amazing good luck Bea a true Star.... xx

[@RafagaCPROPHETIC-SONIC-ICONS]

Excellent streamlined to go plug in! I love it GREAT JOB!

[@99MUZIK]

Nice song!!! With full of touch of emotion!!! What's the name of the song?

[@agybyme]

Music credits are added towards the end of the video - "How to Make You Happy" by Bea Munro. Great song.

[@agybyme]

You can see the credits at 18:40

[@Dodgybackjack]

+Christopher Wang (王可森) soundcloud.com/bea-munro

[@mantra3000]

It mostly sound like a really cool compression algorithm that makes vocals sound like 99% of commercial radio tunes. Which is not bad.

[@jerryside02]

Amazing plugin, has become my favorite. Thhanks!!

[@erock11520]

This plugin is outstanding

[@JulianFernandez]

I love the other Greg plugin... Egocentric I think is called. Great stuff.

[@richardbrunelle3171]

It is a compressor with reverb - delay and doubler. Re packaging the wheel and reselling the wheel. After Wave total 7, nothing much

[@svenno11]

+Richard Brunette Time is money buddy! ;) Great tool from a fantastic producer.

[@guitarvibe75]

+Richard Brunelle 5 years it took to make this? Give me a break...

[@ricksalt6860]

+Richard Brunelle it really is that . Redundant stuff with different graphics and slight variations on the same theme . I think Waves should sell a 19in. X 5 ft , Simulated Rack Monitor , you could put it against the wall , have several of them. Clients could just point at the graphic they like so they could feel like they're at a studio worth millions of $$$. Man, having something like that , I would constantly be reminded of all the plugins I've purchased but never use .

[@richardbrunelle3171]

+sven Olav sørdalen 100$ is a good price if you don't have any compressors, you don't have any delays and have no reverb.

[@realraven2000]

Rick Salt it's just a time saver I am sure you could rebuild it with 4 or 5 plugins, introducing latency and chewing up processing power but with more tweakability. it really depends on your workflow. I like the simplicity and time saving aspect of it. you would have to duck the reverb and EQ it if you only had a stock reverb. you might have to think more about production choice or just use the aspects you like (I quite like the low mud saturation) and then use additional plugins to refine or change aspects.

[@creatingbeauty5522]

Very nice. The video is very informative also in how to use the plugin.

[@Selkii]

still loving this plugin !

[@Jayrawk]

What a beautiful vocal performance. It feels real. I believe her.

[@iZambyHD]

Dr. Wells.... Reverse Flash!!

[@kwarrenmusik]

lol

[@lairdriver]

He on that brain booster

[@hearmenow909]

Love the vocal, and the plugin is wicked.

[@InfinitexHaven]

Amazing demonstration! Thank you!!

[@PolymerJones]

These Waves flash sales be gettin ya boy

[@withcreativeprecision]

Love this video and the song!

[@narendramahershi]

thank you sir you are great and this song really heart touching

[@gobemotivated8734]

Great quality! Thank you.

[@DrippDaDon]

This song tho🔥🔥🥵

[@d2ruben]

got to get both, the song and the plugin!!!!

[@dkkrecords]

Fun to watch but like nectar I don’t …wouldn’t want to use my delays on a track without side chaining…..thus the question is why with so much information are plugins like an all in one on the vocal track holding up in with that information and opinion that says to shift that part of production to aux or send tracks?

[@annilittlebeast1750]

*WOW* Super great Video , super Sound, this is very great plug in for Vocals.👍👍👍👌👌👌 Amazing! Thank you so much for this great Video! Very best regards from Anni from Germany💕 💞 💓 💗 💖

[@arturpompeu]

awesome guitar sound! wow!

[@blacknoise6845]

She's awesome... so is Greg

[@jamesfunderburkeiii3143]

Beautiful.

[@neytcev]

I still don't have it and not touched it yet ... But as i can suppose from here, it is very, very vocalic, allowing to make some important detailed changes during the mixing process and fast sonic correlations. Totally put into the mix, making all needed to prepare every voice. Easy to use focused entirely onto the musical purpose and results. Could be very nice, if there are a few possibilities setting the main parameters for delay, doubler and reverb additionally. Overall, great tool by oppinion of mine. Thanks!

[@Video-tipsTv]

Sound great! I only wish to have some control on GR and compression. and great song.

[@bennetjackson8928]

wish they would add more plugins in this series

[@АндрейХ-з4х]

it is time to release one plugin with one button for all entitled "Fu*ск*ing great sound" !!!

very good

[@Flex1mecca]

This song is amazing ! I want it. Who is the artist?

[@insanelion5994]

+Ray Rollins Bea Munro!

[@sweetswingj]

So should you use this in the beginning of a mix or the end? And would Autotune come before or after?

[@1176hambone]

Great tune!

[@jalalfaruque9527]

Just WOW 🙌

[@trollface1994]

Cut out the bullshit. Jump straight to 8:35 to actually start hearing the settings of the plugin on it's own. This tip was brough to you by the AWBL - (The Anti Waffle Bullshit League). - AWBL - Keeping the Internet Waffle Free.

[@jefffoti]

Great song!

[@vomitingchrist7234]

seems like its just a compressor and a reverb / delay - the doubler seems very bleh

[@Ericsmelody]

This is a GREAT song! I may have to get the plugin if it makes all my songs sound like this :-)

[@clausjuergenwalde7251]

One of the nice things of this plugin is that it doesn't shave off clarity of the original track. It's obviously not for every vocal track one runs across. The delay is nice, the doubler is useful, (the reverb I have not used) but as always, it serves the track or it doesn't. Cranked up high, it compresses the snot out of the track nicely, but if that's the kind of sound, it works great and fast. Apart from this (and from the fact that it's great to know how gear works), it's nice to have versions and combinations of sounds great recording and mixing pros can put their name on in plugin form. The ToneCentric and MixCentric are godsends for quick mixes, though not only for quick mixes. I can't comment on the PianoCentric, I haven't used it.

[@aarona.dubzperson8245]

What's the name of the song? The artist sounds awesome. That plug sounds great as well. Peace!!!

[@fatherodd7344]

song has been in the latest comments........the rest of her music amazing as well

[@youngricostona8793]

This song is fire

[@CedricDvine]

Where can I Get THIS SONG right NOW???!!!!! This plugin is sweet! Gotta have it!

[@GrandoFromage]

Question. In the video playout song at the end, the DELAY has a red ring on the knob. What is it doing?

[@dougjames4498]

Great plugin!

[@DavidNutter1963]

Greg, great plugins. I have pretty much every Waves plugin. Can't go wrong. I really like this song, but couldn't get SoundHound to recognize and find it. Was it never released? What is the name of the song and artist?

[@soniclinks3403]

good work love this ....

[@garnetbey7400]

this was/is a great song, as an example.thanks agin GREG...

[@jerrymckenzie6205]

Bought the plugin before the video finished

[@raicomm3304]

Instead of before and after why don't people do left and right ear? So we can hear it together and really compare

[@pascalmerschaudio]

Why this Song is not out, really great Song, by Bea Munro

[@911truthfarmer]

great track

[@washingtonmarques1835]

I'm a fan of your work ... I follow them all! Congratulations! How can I record guitar and guitar online using their plugins?

[@smacaveiu]

Nice engineering!

[@MSWes922]

I love this thing