12-09-2014, 11:46 AM
Thank you Thomas 
When presented with such a well recorded vocal, the real trick is being brave enough to do as little as possible. In this case, there is very minimal eq. There is tape saturation which helps control the dynamics, adds warmth and character, and helps keep the vocal up front at all times, so the only additional compression necessary was a high threshold, low ratio set up to smooth out the peaks. In all I think there were only four effects inserts, so credit really goes to jay menon for a beautiful performance and capture. All I did was enhance his recording so that it's properties would remain audible while other instruments might steal its thunder!
Thomas, right now I'm very sick with tonsillitis, so my ears are stuffy and I don't trust them at the moment... But when I'm well Ill check out your work and reciprocate your comment. Thank you for listening and your time.
When presented with such a well recorded vocal, the real trick is being brave enough to do as little as possible. In this case, there is very minimal eq. There is tape saturation which helps control the dynamics, adds warmth and character, and helps keep the vocal up front at all times, so the only additional compression necessary was a high threshold, low ratio set up to smooth out the peaks. In all I think there were only four effects inserts, so credit really goes to jay menon for a beautiful performance and capture. All I did was enhance his recording so that it's properties would remain audible while other instruments might steal its thunder!
Thomas, right now I'm very sick with tonsillitis, so my ears are stuffy and I don't trust them at the moment... But when I'm well Ill check out your work and reciprocate your comment. Thank you for listening and your time.
I'm grateful for comments and suggestions. Thank you for listening!