How do you mix rap vocals fast?

By recording with a dynamic microphone, using a fast compressor, keeping lead vocals dry (with perhaps gentle slapback delay), and applying vocal effects to doubles and ad-libs, you should have no problem mixing killer aggressive rap vocals.

How can I improve my rap flow?

1. Rap Flow Truth #1: You DON’T Have To Be “Born With It”
2. Rap Flow Truth #2: Learning Simpler Flows Then Building Up Is Best.
3. Rap Flow Truth #3: Write To The Beat Or Your Flow Will Sound Wack.
4. Rap Flow Truth #4: Playing A Musical Instrument Helps.
5. Rap Flow Truth #5: Going Off Beat Too Much Is Like Double Dribbling.

Should I double my vocals?

Again, you don’t want an exact clone of the original vocal track. However, you also don’t want to stray too far. If the doubled track is too off the mark in pitch, tenor, timing, or anything else, the double will hurt the mix, not enhance it. This is why it’s best to double as you go.

What DB should rap vocals be at?

You should record vocals at an average of -18dB for 24-bit resolution. The loudest parts of the recording should peak at -10dB and be lowest at -24dB.

How do I get a unique rap flow?

4 Steps To Find Your Rap Flow

1. Step 1: Count To 4 – Seriously. 1-2-3-4 Each one of those numbers represents a beat.
2. Step 2: Identify The Kick And Snare.
3. Step 3: 1-2-3-4 = Kick-Snare-Kick-Snare.
4. Step 4: Words Over Beats For Rap Flow.

Should you pan lead vocals?

If your track has lead vocals pan them center as well. Experiment with panning duplicates of effected vocals to the left or right. But as a general rule lead vocals should always be panned center.

Should you pan backing vocals?

If you have several background tracks, you’ll want to pan them away from the center. This will create space for your vocal to live in. How much you pan your BGVs is up to you.

Should vocals be louder than kick?

Every vocal is different and every song is different as well. But generally speaking, lead vocal should be moderately loud or the loudest element next to your drums in your mix.

What should my Q be for mixing vocals?

Depicted above. Set your Q value to around 7 and the frequency gain to the largest value possible (usually +24dB), then sweep around the frequency spectrum and look for harsh frequencies. This tip will make your vocals sound much clearer when mixing vocals.

Is it possible to mix rap and hip hop?

Plus, “a vocal”? No, no, no. A cornucopia of vocals is more like it. Aside from the truth about track count, there’s a certain creative freedom that comes with mixing rap and hip-hop; it’s both liberating and challenging.

What’s the best way to mix rap vocals?

Compression with a very slow attack, and relatively quick release, and a boost to the super-treble range can often bring out the natural air. A little compression is often nice on vocals, just to sit them into a mix and add a little tone. On a sparse mix, a little dab’ll do ya.

Why is it important to mix hip hop vocals?

This means the voice needs to be center-stage and is often mixed louder against the backing than it might be in rock music. So we need to ensure the bars are clear at all times while protecting the style and intention of the artist, whether that means being laid-back or upfront.