About this episode

The hosts discuss techniques for applying compression to vocals in audio mixing.

In Episode 139, the hosts discuss when and how to apply compression to vocals so they’re front and center, and don’t get lost in the mix. They go through the various parameters of compression, when and how to apply it, and ultimately how to get the most out of vocals in the mix. The Church Sound Podcast is sponsored by DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, and Shure. Check out co-host James Attaway’s worship audio academy at www.attawayaudio.com/academy, and also visit our new Instagram page @churchsoundpodc...

Keywords

• vocal compression
• audio mixing
• compression parameters
• sound engineering
• worship audio

Sponsors

DiGiCo, Renkus-Heinz, Shure

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