how to recording spoken word or vocal
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HOW TO: Recording Spoken Word or Vocal
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Introduction • Call me ‘G’
o Jyi is my name
• From Malaysia
• Interested in knowing more about my music? o www.jyismusic.com
o www.youtube.com/jojyi
o www.facebook.com/jyi.official
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PART I: Basic Hardware Needed • Decent computer
o MacBook Pro 2009 model
• Microphone o Shure 58
• XLR cable o Monster Cable
• Audio Interface o M-Audio Fast Track Pro
• Studio Monitor Headphones/Speakers o AKG K99
o ION Desk Rocker
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PART II: Connections Overview
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PART III: Connecting Microphones • Things to note:
o Horrible feedback from monitors
o Avoid loud pops/sound while connecting (might damage your
equipment/your ears)
o Getting the right levels
• Steps to connect microphones: o Turn input gain down (turn phantom power off for condenser
microphone)
o Female XLR is connected to microphone
o Male XLR is connected to audio interface
o Check for input levels (For M-Audio Fast Track Pro: achieve a steady
green Signal LED without triggering the red Clip LED)
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PART IV: Recording via DAW
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PART IV: Recording via DAW
Setting up:
GarageBand > Preferences > Audio/MIDI
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PART IV: Recording via DAW
Hit the ‘record’ button!
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