Updated October 2026 · Vocal recording fixes
Put the reverb on a send, cut the low end of the reverb return, add a short pre-delay so the dry word lands first and keep the level low enough that you only miss it when it is gone. Choose a decay time that fits the tempo, so the tail ends before the next line.
Mute the reverb and un-mute it. If the vocal seems smaller or lost without it, the level is about right. If you notice the reverb as a separate sound, lower it.
Dense, slow music can take more space, and fast rap takes less. Start short, then lengthen only if the song needs it.
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A short gap before the reverb starts, so the dry word is heard clearly first.
Usually too much low-mid content in the tail, or a decay that is too long. Filter the return and shorten the time.
A send is easier to control and keeps the dry vocal clear.
