Next Level Vocal DeEsser? Discover a Better Way to Tame Vocal Harshness

Oct 31, 2024 | 5,260 Views

Is that sharp sounding sibilance in your vocal recordings ruining your mix? DeEsser plugins have long been the standard for taming harshness, but now there's a smarter way to achieve smooth, balanced vocals without ever compromising on tone.

In this video, Bradley Denniston shows you a more efficient and refined way to tackle unwanted harshness and boominess in vocals while preserving natural tone and presence. Say goodbye to traditional DeEssers that can dull your sound if pushed too hard, and discover Curves Equator—a smart resonance suppression plugin that listens to your tracks to deliver clean, professional results every time.

If you’re ready to elevate the impact of your mixes without ever breaking a sweat, this tutorial shows you how!

Video Chapters:

0:00: Introduction
0:53: How to target and treat vocal harshness using Curves Equator
2:54: Going deeper with Equator’s Advanced Controls
5:00: Adding vintage reverb to vocal with Magma Springs
5:47: How to make vocals sound less muddy

Check the Curves Equator product page to hear more examples, learn more and to download the free trial.

Check out Waves Creative Access Ultimate to get instant access to the plugins featured in this video along with every plugin Waves has to offer.

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