If you can’t quite hit the harmony notes, you can choose to correct existing notes with pitch correction or even transpose a copy of your main vocal to synthesize a harmony.

Pitch correction software can also produce automatic double-tracking effects.

Doubling vocals is a popular technique, but be careful about setting levels-the doubled track should support the main vocal, not compete with it, unless you want a more diffused vocal effect.

The potential tradeoff is that a doubled vocal may sound a little less focused, but sometimes that’s exactly the effect you want.

Because it’s impossible to sing a vocal exactly the same way twice, there will be slight timing and pitch differences that add interest and depth. Doubled vocals are typically mixed around –3 to –10 dB behind the main vocal to avoid competing with it.

Regular EQ: Which Is Better?'ĭouble-tracking a vocal is the process of singing an additional, duplicate vocal on top of a main vocal to thicken the overall sound. To read more excerpts from the series, check out 'Optimizing Latency with Computer Recording' and 'Linear-Phase vs. You can order the ebook here or the softcover from Hal Leonard. Editor's note: The following has been excerpted from Craig Anderton's book How to Record and Mix Great Vocals, from Hal Leonard's 12-part Musician's Guide to Home Recording book series.

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