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How to EQ Vocals in Pro Tools

Equalizing a vocal in Pro Tools is no different than equalizing a vocal with a console, hardware equalizer or other recording software. You can shape your vocals in Pro Tools using the built-in EQ that comes standard with Pro Tools software. This equalizer, known as the Digirack EQ, can process a vocal track with anywhere from one to seven bands of EQ. Because of this, this equalizer can be used to manipulate the equalization of a vocal track in both gentle and extreme configurations.

Instructions

    • 1

      Open the "Mix" window in Pro Tools.

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      Click one of the "Insert" slots at the top of the vocal track you want to equalize.

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      Choose the Digirack EQ from the drop-down window that appears. Choose the four-band version of the equalizer. This will insert a four-band equalizer onto your vocal track.

    • 4

      Click on the Digirack EQ plug-in that appears in the slot to open it.

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      Set the low-frequency band between 60 and 200 Hz. Decrease the gain of the low-frequency band to take away low-end rumble from the vocal track. This will add clarity to the vocal. The higher you set the frequency, the more low-frequency content it will remove from the vocal. However, setting the frequency too high will make the vocal sound thin.

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      Set the midrange frequency band at approximately 3 KHz. Boost the gain of the midrange frequency band to increase the clarity of the vocals. A small boost will usually be sufficient in this frequency range. On the other hand, decrease the gain of the midrange frequency band to make the vocals sound softer and breathier.

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      Set the midrange/high-frequency band to 5 KHz. Boost the gain of this band to enhance the presence of the vocals. Decrease the gain of this band to take away presence from the vocals.

    • 8

      Set the high-frequency band between 10 and 15 KHz. Boost the gain of this band to add air and breath to the vocals.

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