Vocal Comping | What Are The Advantages Of Recording A Vocal Comp
Vocal comping, a meticulous recording technique, is a pivotal step in crafting the perfect vocal performance for your song. It involves recording multiple takes of the same lead vocal and then painstakingly compiling them into one final track.
Several advantages to vocal comping include:
Improved sound quality.
Greater control over the final performance.
More flexibility in editing and mixing.
ProTools offers a playlist selection on an audio track. If selected, it files each recording under the audio track you are recording on. You can start editing when finishing the same lead vocal track four or five times.
The vocal comping process involves a meticulous selection of the best small sections of the vocal. These sections are then 'flown up' to the main vocal track, one by one, from each vocal take. While it may be time-consuming, the end result is a final track that mirrors the professional vocals heard on radio songs.
Editing also consists of raising and lowering the volume of each take and fixing plosives. It is the first form of compression for the vocals to sound more consistent. Plosives are bursts of energy when singing the letter P or B. This burst of energy can overwhelm a microphone. You can make the P or B sound normal by selecting the small selection and lowering that burst of energy.
It is easier than ever to record a tremendous vocal comp that perfectly complements your song with professional-quality software and hardware tools. Whether you are an experienced artist or just starting, incorporating vocal comping into your workflow can help take your music to the next level. So, if you're looking to produce high-quality recordings with outstanding lead vocals, make sure to give vocal comping a try. Thanks for reading!
