The Pro Audio Files Launches Mixing Rap Vocals Video Series
Founded in 2010, The Pro Audio Files is a fast growing community of audio professionals dedicated to sharing knowledge about the many subjects of pro audio from recording to mixing and everything in between. Now, by popular demand, founder Dan Comerchero has developed an in-depth tutorial series, Mixing Rap Vocals, with veteran engineer/contributor Matthew Weiss.
Check it out here!
Weiss has worked for over 10 years with artists such as Snoop Dogg, Gorilla Zoe, Arrested Development, Dizzee Rascal, MURS, Gift of Gab, J-Son and many more. He penned the popular “Mixing Rap Vocals” series of articles on The Pro Audio Files, which laid the groundwork for the video series.
The Mixing Rap Vocals video tutorial is an 80-minute downloadable video that takes users through mixing step-by-step from start to finish. It is broken down into four segments:
- cleaning up the audio
- controlling the dynamics
- enhancing and polishing the vocal
- creating the space around the vocal with effects such as reverb and delay
The four part series of Mixing Rap Vocals is available to download now for an introductory price of $18. Here is more info on Mixing Rap Vocals from The Pro Audio Files:
“In the video, Weiss shows how to get the best audio results, even from less than stellar recordings and teaches how to process vocals with EQ, compression and time-based effects, as well as how to identify and enhance key frequencies. The video also resolves the mystery of compression by elaborating on various settings and techniques particularly effective and useful for vocals in the rap genre. Included is a bonus interview with vocal coach Laura Zahn on how to produce better vocals.
Professional engineers and mixers will benefit from the clarity and efficiency of the process Weiss lays out. Beginners and intermediate mixers will find the tutorial accessible when tackling difficult subjects, and they will learn advanced techniques. Emmy Award-winning video editor and audio engineer Bill Cammack attests to that: “Matthew’s tutorials are always clear and informative. He gives in-depth explanations of the thought processes behind why he uses particular techniques, which are very useful and applicable to mixers who use digital or analog gear.”