In this video
Learn to record vocals with a microphone. It's generally best to use a large diaphragm condenser microphone.
In this lesson Andy shows us how to record vocals. For this we'll need a microphone, and it's generally best to use a large diaphragm condenser microphone. These are generally better for recording than the dynamic microphones we use for live shows.
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Key points
- It's best to use a pop shield for recording vocals, especially with a condenser microphone
- Choose an appropriate vocal setting on the channel - not all software packages will have these presets ready for you, so if you're using something other than GarageBand you may need to set up your compressor, EQ, reverb and any other effects yourself
- You can edit the settings of the preset to fit the track better
Course Outline
Home Recording With Garageband
Course Trailer - Learn Home Recording With Garageband
Introduction
Why GarageBand?
Mac vs iPad vs iPhone
How to record Electric Guitar
Recording Electric Guitar to a Backing Track
Recording Acoustic Guitar
Recording Acoustic Guitar to a Backing Track
Acoustic Guitar Overdub Using a Capo (Example 1)
Piano Roll and VSTs
Recording Vocals
Recording Vocals and Acoustic at the same time
Acoustic Guitar Overdub Using a Capo (Example 2)
Recording Vocal Harmonies
Creating your own MIDI VST Drum Tracks 1
Creating your own MIDI VST Drum Tracks 2
Adding a Bassline and Finishing Touches
Mastering Made Simple
Limitations of GarageBand
Advice for Song Writing
Home Recording Finale