How can I do that ?

[Firefab]

Hey, I want to know if I can do that with my gear.

I record my stuff with Focusrite scarlett 18i20 and Sonar. I want to know if it's possible to apply a compressor/reverb/effects on vocals WHILE recording(to hear it) but that doesn't affect the signal(Recording the vocal clean).


So, vocals with effects on the headphone but the signal are currently recorded clean !


Thanks !

 

[gecko zzed]

You should be able to do that. I have done it in Reaper: set up a track with assorted effects, turn on the track monitor, then record. There is a little bit of latency, but it shouldn't be that much to throw you. Someone more familiar with Sonar might be able to help.

 

[andrushkiwt]

I do this with Studio One 2. I wouldn't want to hear completely dry vocals...it's a better performance from me when I can hear the verb and some compression.

 

[mjbphotos]

I've never even thought of doing it when I record (my own) vocals - I don't want any noise or distractions in there. Imagine trying to stay in key with a chorus effect going!

 

[andrushkiwt]

I've never even thought of doing it when I record (my own) vocals - I don't want any noise or distractions in there. Imagine trying to stay in key with a chorus effect going!

I keep it minimal. Verb and compression, including de-ess. no eq or anything else. I have been experimenting with taking one phone off of one ear, but i haven't fully decided what works best for me yet. For me, the vocal playback volume is the biggest factor. too much and i can't get into the performance, too little and i can't hear what the hell i'm doing but verb and slight compression work well during tracking for me.