You should try your hand at analog emulations , which add some coloration to the signal . You can also add harmonics and make the
voice sound more interesting .
De-essing
No , this isn ’ t an editing error and we aren ’ t repeating the same thing again and again . It ’ s best to use two or even three de-essers . This is because after the first de-essing plugin we have compressed and equalized ; it is normal for some problems to resurface .
Be careful not to be aggressive here , if you don ’ t act subtly , it will seem like the singer is lisping .
Effects
Now yes , we can use context effects and creative effects . It is time to give three-dimensionality to the voice in the mix . Reverb is a very enticing effect , when you discover it you think it makes it sound majestic . Well , it ’ s a double-edged sword , it can mask your entire mix
instantly . So use it judiciously .
Automation
We don ’ t even listen to static mixes anymore in concerts , so much less in recordings . Things have to happen , it creates movement and punctual effects .
If you can think of a fantastic detail , it ’ s great , but don ’ t use it more than once . Don ’ t force yourself to put meaningless stuff in there either . Overstuffed mixes can become tiring very soon .
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