Wonderful breakdown of the "zones" the highs really do provide that high fi sheen to things. And it also makes you think, for a cappella sections of a song, you can really open up the frequency range on the vocals and maybe that's where those more expensive mic can really shine.
"Listen" is my #1 fav song from you. I discovered it in the midrange video and have since been its admirer. I honestly think it's a killer song. Keep it up!
Hey Joe, it's being a while since I last saw a video of yours. And watching this one I can't help but remember why I watched you so much. They way you teach things is a level above of everyone else. You make everything so clear. Thank you for that. Hope you're doing well on this never ending quarentine. Cheers from Brazil mate.
@@DjShakaSa if i had the attentionspan of a fly i would feel the same way. dunning-kruger effect is a cool thing, makes losers tell the do-ers to shut up. ( a non-retard would think, oh i feel that 3 sentences are too much, i should work on my attention but then there would be no entertainment here)
Wow one of my favourite videos right here. Did a great job making clear the point of view to face a take. Especially the eq zone part. Could you do something like this with compression and dinamics, reverb and delay? You're the best sir. Hi from Cuba
Hi Joe!! Greetings from Brazil!! I really love all your videos!! It helps me a lot!! I sing, compose and play, and I'm working hard to produce my own gospel songs. So, you encourage me a lot!! Including in the days I feel far away from the target... Thanks so much!!! God bless you a lot!!!
I love your work Joe. When I hear pro vocals, I hear what I'll just call a "floating head", or a vocal that sits literally on top of everything else. To get that, I cut an upward slope from 20hz to near the middle. Then I'll raise the high end at 4-8khz a bit or even more to get the head to float. It's probably more of a low end cut that what you do for your vocals and by itself, it sounds a little weird, but with all the other instruments, it can really stand out.
This has fast become my favorite youtube channel. Everything is well communicated and it helps you have a voice that's easy to listen to. Keep up the good work.
And hey, here's a request: Could you make a video for us "ear-blind" on How to identify if the problem is the vocals, the recording or the mix of the vocals. I don't have any problems mixing scream/gutural vocals, but when it comes to clean/pretty vocals I always just give up on the mix and hope for the best. I can never identify what's the problem. Funny enough, when I grab multitracks to practice, I don't have this problem in such a high-level, which leads me to believe that the problem is either the recording or the singer that come to my home-studio.
Also, it's never the tuning the problem. Taking my horrible clean vocal as an example, I do sing on key, but still can't be happy with the mixed results
Just made the switch from Logic Pro X to the sublime Studio One 5 Pro. This DAW is amazing, and so beautiful to look at. I’m so glad I’ve found your channel, definitely gonna learn a lot from you.👍
You have a great voice Joe. Every time I hear you sing, I really wish I was a decent singer man. I'd love to hear you sing some heavier rock stuff. Thanks for another great video.
Dude. Nailed it. I've got a beefy low end baritone. A lot of songs such as rock or country benefit from a small low end hump around 225 to bring out the power and grunt of my voice but I just did a 50 style jazz song with an old school mix, man did my voice sound bad mixed like that in that context. A resonant baritone booming over a stripped back mellow 50s jazz groove.
Yes there are rules or at least things that are greatly suggested. I drive a motorcycle and when I'm going down the road I'll be the first to tell "Freedom!" But, how much freedom is it really? I have to stay in the lane I'm in, slow down for cars in front, stop for a red light, etc. I can pick any road I want but there are rules to get there. If you like what you're hearing, great! If you want it to sell, then you've got some heavily suggested guidelines to get there.
What a good person you are Mr Joe, I've been watching few tutorials on your channel, %85 are fully effective, lots of educational stuff. I highly recommend your channel to my friends. And I've been listening your "listen song Over and over again ❤️, you really did amazing song. I'm a producer, and a bit know how to mix a bit enough, and I'll like to make remix of your song" listen"if too.
Joe over the years your videos have always been my go to for reference when I want to learn about live sound. you have always been very accurate about the information on the videos. Today through your reference I learned about zones which it is something very Important when mixing vocals. Thank you for your knowledge and taking the time to teach me through your videos. I really appreciate learning from of the great sound engineer.
Thanks for the vocal tips Joe. I was wondering why my vocals sounded a bit harsh at times. Now I can hopefully zoom in at the specific frequency range and try to fix the problem.
I have always liked the saying "for to break the rules you must first know the rules". This video nicely presented the rules. It is usually good to have a discussion with the vocalist. If the vocalist is good and he or she knows it, it is usually wise to follow the rules. If the vocalist is not that great (like me) it is time to "make it sound cool" and then you usually bend some of the rules. Nevertheless, even then it is good to know the rules. At least it saves time.
i use that saying also. when you mastered a craft you can play with the rules but you can only play with them after mastering them. just going against the rules without the context of overcoming them is incompetence. i love those ppl, that cant write a clean cadence for 4 bars but want to break up the concepts they didnt get in the first.
As a singer, this is is quite possibly one of the most helpful videos I have ever seen on youtube! Thank you so much.
the fact that you're giving out this information for free is such a blessing! thank you for the help
Your explanations and ability to break down terminology with examples are incredible to say the least! I'm a new follower!
That was a world -class Mater impression sir
Love that you explained each frequency range for vocal. Thanks a lot!
Getting the vocals right is definitely the toughest learning curve for me. Getting there slowly thanks to your videos 👌
The best on TH-cam, no drama just in depth details 🙏🙏🙏
You are my favorite "mentor" in the quest for excellent sound production. Thank you!
Thanks so much Mr. Joe from Colombia.
Such a GREAT explanation and DEMO. Thanks!
Wonderful breakdown of the "zones" the highs really do provide that high fi sheen to things.
And it also makes you think, for a cappella sections of a song, you can really open up the frequency range on the vocals and maybe that's where those more expensive mic can really shine.
Best video on editing vocal EQ so far. More in this format pls. Great!
This is and EXCELLENT video Joe. Thank you and God bless you
"Listen" is my #1 fav song from you. I discovered it in the midrange video and have since been its admirer. I honestly think it's a killer song. Keep it up!
Thank you!
Great tips, especially Know your zones. My problems are different - my voice is thinner, more harsh, with mouth noises. And that is on a good day.
Saving this for future reference. I love how each range is demonstrated in turn.
Thankyou Joe
Hey Joe, it's being a while since I last saw a video of yours. And watching this one I can't help but remember why I watched you so much. They way you teach things is a level above of everyone else. You make everything so clear. Thank you for that.
Hope you're doing well on this never ending quarentine.
Cheers from Brazil mate.
Problem you talk too much bro🙄
@@DjShakaSa You could spend less time talking shit in the comment section and more time learning how to make a good song
@@DjShakaSa if i had the attentionspan of a fly i would feel the same way. dunning-kruger effect is a cool thing, makes losers tell the do-ers to shut up. ( a non-retard would think, oh i feel that 3 sentences are too much, i should work on my attention but then there would be no entertainment here)
@@DjShakaSa wtf is wrong with you?
well done
Great advice and you make it easy to understand. Thanks
Super clear video on frequency- thanks!
Lol “ear blind”
Sometimes I go “smell def”
😂
@@HomeStudioCorner great channel you’ve helped me a lot
Ear blind means "someone who can't see ears".
thats actually a thing called "nose blind" lmfao
@Felipe Khalid
Hope you don’t find any heartache on her Instagram
Thanks for this excellent video. You are clear and helpful!
Wow one of my favourite videos right here. Did a great job making clear the point of view to face a take. Especially the eq zone part. Could you do something like this with compression and dinamics, reverb and delay? You're the best sir. Hi from Cuba
You got it. 👍
Yes great format. And explanation of zones. And why we need to pay attention
Awesome tips !!! Thankyou
I liked your zone breakdown.
Thank you. Love it. Such a good video for troubleshooting...
Wonderful insights. Kudos!
Hi Joe!! Greetings from Brazil!! I really love all your videos!! It helps me a lot!! I sing, compose and play, and I'm working hard to produce my own gospel songs. So, you encourage me a lot!! Including in the days I feel far away from the target... Thanks so much!!! God bless you a lot!!!
I can't thank you enough for taking your time to explain this out, and killer vocals too btw
Joe always great stuff
Watching you many videos today 😊
Your explanation of the EQ zones is the best I've heard. Thank you!
Superb explanation on eq for vocals, in fact all your videos are the best ✋😎
Thanks, very helpful information!
That was helpful ❤️
Thx Joe! Good energy you got going! Coffee and happy family, obviously. I learned about mud and shriekiness.
Nice perspective
Great. Cheers. 👍
So helpful brother! Thank you
Great videos my friend.
Very good frequency guide!
Thank you ❤️
This video was amazing!
Great bit of info Joe, really helpful to get started on vocal mixing
Makes sense. Thanks man!
Amazing video!! Thanks!!!
this was awesome, thanks!
That’s a great vocal take!
Joe! A great master!! Keep it up, man!!!
I love your work Joe. When I hear pro vocals, I hear what I'll just call a "floating head", or a vocal that sits literally on top of everything else. To get that, I cut an upward slope from 20hz to near the middle. Then I'll raise the high end at 4-8khz a bit or even more to get the head to float. It's probably more of a low end cut that what you do for your vocals and by itself, it sounds a little weird, but with all the other instruments, it can really stand out.
really? no matter what mic, no matter what room, i catch myself cutting 2-6(or sometimes 8)khz like crazy.
Awesome video as usual. Thank you from Alberta Canada! Cheers!
I think you're the best for us starters! 🙌🙌 We need more people like you here! ❤️
Thank you Joe
Thanks man, well done video.
Excellent!!!
Super video Joe! A ton of great information.... WOW!
Great video! Very informative
Thank You Sir
As usual, very useful! Thanks again Joe!!
gr8 vid..btw u r a good singer
This has fast become my favorite youtube channel. Everything is well communicated and it helps you have a voice that's easy to listen to. Keep up the good work.
Thanks Michael.
Thank you🔥
That was helpful ! thank you
this explains a lot for me as a biggener on mixing, thanks a lot
Great Job Joe, Haven't listen to you in over a year but your still accurate and has always been dead on in your explanation.
Great Video. Love your step by Step approach. Also, my wife said to tell you that she loves your flooring in that room.
Amazing tutorial❤
Thank you 🙏🙏🔥
And hey, here's a request: Could you make a video for us "ear-blind" on How to identify if the problem is the vocals, the recording or the mix of the vocals.
I don't have any problems mixing scream/gutural vocals, but when it comes to clean/pretty vocals I always just give up on the mix and hope for the best. I can never identify what's the problem. Funny enough, when I grab multitracks to practice, I don't have this problem in such a high-level, which leads me to believe that the problem is either the recording or the singer that come to my home-studio.
Also, it's never the tuning the problem. Taking my horrible clean vocal as an example, I do sing on key, but still can't be happy with the mixed results
Ty for this content man!
Lovely stuff! Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!
You better sing it boi 🙌🏾🔥
Very clear explanations with examples, thanks! I like your type of music too :)
Just made the switch from Logic Pro X to the sublime Studio One 5 Pro. This DAW is amazing, and so beautiful to look at. I’m so glad I’ve found your channel, definitely gonna learn a lot from you.👍
You have a great voice Joe. Every time I hear you sing, I really wish I was a decent singer man. I'd love to hear you sing some heavier rock stuff. Thanks for another great video.
Dude. Nailed it. I've got a beefy low end baritone. A lot of songs such as rock or country benefit from a small low end hump around 225 to bring out the power and grunt of my voice but I just did a 50 style jazz song with an old school mix, man did my voice sound bad mixed like that in that context. A resonant baritone booming over a stripped back mellow 50s jazz groove.
This was super helpful, thank you! Would love a follow up where you apply this framework in an actual mix
you the best man
dude super helpful video, thanks! 👍
Honestly the way you explained the methodology for identifying problems in each range is super helpful actually! Nice content man
Thanks!
Wow! Gets to the point in 21 seconds. Nicely done.
very helpful! Thank you.
lol love your personality and that was a superb southern accent, my friend :) ~Sadie
Love your tutorials from iran! 😻🙏
I don't know Joe, maybe your super warm vocal IS the right thing! Buck the Rules man!
Yes there are rules or at least things that are greatly suggested. I drive a motorcycle and when I'm going down the road I'll be the first to tell "Freedom!"
But, how much freedom is it really? I have to stay in the lane I'm in, slow down for cars in front, stop for a red light, etc. I can pick any road I want but there are rules to get there.
If you like what you're hearing, great! If you want it to sell, then you've got some heavily suggested guidelines to get there.
Just stumbled on your channel. Good stuff...........really well explained. Your voice is also well-suited for VO work. 👍🏾
Thanks!
I wish I had you as my mentor when I went to music school! Thanks for being here Joe! Truly blessed!🙏😭👌🔥
What a good person you are Mr Joe, I've been watching few tutorials on your channel, %85 are fully effective, lots of educational stuff. I highly recommend your channel to my friends. And I've been listening your "listen song Over and over again ❤️, you really did amazing song. I'm a producer, and a bit know how to mix a bit enough, and I'll like to make remix of your song" listen"if too.
Joe over the years your videos have always been my go to for reference when I want to learn about live sound. you have always been very accurate about the information on the videos. Today through your reference I learned about zones which it is something very Important when mixing vocals. Thank you for your knowledge and taking the time to teach me through your videos. I really appreciate learning from of the great sound engineer.
Thanks for the vocal tips Joe. I was wondering why my vocals sounded a bit harsh at times. Now I can hopefully zoom in at the specific frequency range and try to fix the problem.
I love your videos and how you teach. Keep up the great work!
Thanks Anthony.
Thanks Joe, great video. Learned a lot about approaching vocals next time!
This helped me thanks!
ty
thx for this man
Thanks man...
your tips always add a lot of value. thanks 😊
I have always liked the saying "for to break the rules you must first know the rules". This video nicely presented the rules. It is usually good to have a discussion with the vocalist. If the vocalist is good and he or she knows it, it is usually wise to follow the rules. If the vocalist is not that great (like me) it is time to "make it sound cool" and then you usually bend some of the rules. Nevertheless, even then it is good to know the rules. At least it saves time.
i use that saying also. when you mastered a craft you can play with the rules but you can only play with them after mastering them. just going against the rules without the context of overcoming them is incompetence. i love those ppl, that cant write a clean cadence for 4 bars but want to break up the concepts they didnt get in the first.