Getting Pro Results
Now that you can switch male voices to female, record different singers for backing vocals, and add rap features to your tunes with our world-class singers and rappers, the sky's the limit. However, there are some essential tips and tricks you should use to take your results to the next level.
In "Good & Bad Vocal Inputs," we discussed how to optimize the vocals you input into the platform. Here are some tips for what to do once you're ready to try a conversion:
Artist Browser
Audition the various singers and rappers. You won't go far wrong if you select one that seems most relevant to the genre and sound you're trying to achieve. However, many of our singers and rappers are versatile, so our first tip is to experiment!
Pitch Shift Range
Make sure you're using the pitch shift tool along with the Sweetspot Analyzer if you're converting a male voice to female or vice versa. Males and females typically have different vocal ranges, and it's important to be aware of this when trying to get the best results in your conversions. This also applies to singers of the same gender who might have higher or lower vocal ranges.
Typically, a good starting point is that a typical female voice is around 5 to 6 semitones higher than a typical male voice. The Sweetspot Analyzer was developed to give you a visual understanding of the relationship between the range of your input and the range of the vocal model you've chosen. You can use this to match up the input range with the model's range for optimal results.
After Downloading Your Conversion
Once you've downloaded your conversion and imported it into your Digital Audio Workstation (DAW), here are some ideas to take it to the next level:
Pitch Correction
We've generally found that any pitch correction needed is better added after you've done the conversion. Tools like Melodyne and Auto-Tune are among the most popular and are available in all major DAWs.
Plugins
EQ
The sound of our vocal models is already fairly dialed-in, but some track-specific changes can optimize your end result. Of course, a lot depends on what else you have going on in your instrumental track. Sometimes a simple cut of the low frequencies (Hi-Pass) will help. Most DAWs have great EQs built-in, but for third-party EQs, we love FabFilter Pro-Q 3.
De-Essing
De-essers are great tools to remove over-the-top sibilance and any harshness that might be in your conversion.
Compression
Compression for vocals automatically reduces the volume of loud sounds or amplifies quiet sounds, thereby decreasing the overall dynamic range. This creates a more consistent vocal volume throughout the song and will help your vocals sit better in the mix and achieve that polished, professional sound.
FX
Use reverb and delay to "sit" your vocal in the track. Experiment with adding a different delay to the vocals in your hook to give it an added lift. In slow sections, try increasing the length and intensity of your reverb to add a new color.
Conclusion
There you have it – a toolbox full of tips and tricks to supercharge your AI vocal conversions! From selecting the right artist to fine-tuning your converted vocals in your DAW, these techniques will help you squeeze every ounce of potential from our platform.
Remember, the magic lies in experimentation. Don't be afraid to push boundaries – try unexpected artist combinations, play with pitch shifting, and tweak those plugin settings. You might just stumble upon your next chart-topping sound!