Logic, Best way to record vocals Options

[snudge]

Can anyone tell me the best way to record `vocals` so I do not over record-go in the red...Thought maybe through a limiter?
HELP!!!!

[manchoa]

forget the limiter ! You kill the dynamics only. Only place to use limiter is in the final mix,s you can get more volume without clipping.

How can Your vocals go to red ?

First thing to do (if you record anything) is to set the correct input levelt, so the singnal is not too low, but also not too loud and leave you enough headroom.
The level of microphone depends on the level you set on your soundcard or mixing board and also on the "input sensitivity" level - different mics hve different singnal strength, so first you have to set the input sensitivity and then the overall level.

Golden rule in digital recording is to record as loud as you can without clipping. In mix you set Vocal levels to 0dB.
Record without any FX. Best way is, if you hear some reverb while recording, but record a dry signal. This way you can fine tune all the FX-s and levels later.

Only add reverb (plate is best, also hall) and a slight compression (ratio 1.5:1 - 3:1; attack between 5-20 and decay about 100-250)

Mic is very important, also the placement of the mic. Good mic hardly need any EQ. If, then only to slightly "fine tune" the sound.

Prefere a cardioid condenser mic positioned 22,5 cm from the singer.
• A pop shield will reduce explosive ‘p’ and ‘t’ sounds.
• If sibilance is a problem, change to a dynamic mic or move the singer back


Tommy