In this week’s Audio Premium content, Bobby Owsinski takes us through some practical and insightful vocal recording techniques from his books.

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“Last month we discussed ways to get a great performance from a vocalist, but this post is dedicated to getting a great vocal sound. Vocal recording has more nuances than recording other instruments mainly because of the plosives (the “b” and “p” sounds) and sibilance (the “s” sounds), but also because the voice has such a naturally dynamic range. Premium, there are as many vocal styles as people singing, and they all need a microphone that’s complimentary to their voice in order for it to maintain the center of attention in the track. That’s what makes microphone selection, among other things, so important in vocal recording.

“Here are some tips taken from The Recording Engineer’s Handbook and the upcoming Music Producer’s Handbook to help you get a great vocal sound quickly and easily without any of those nasty side effects.”

Table of Contents

• Lead Vocal Constants
• Eliminating Pops, Lip Smacks, And Breath Blasts
• Microphone Selection
• The Hanging Microphone
• Vocal Mic Placement
• Background Vocals
• VoiceOvers
• Other Vocal Tricks

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