If the signal is still too hot, adjust that down. Set auto gain to “off” and adjust up if the meter on the channel strip dropped too much. But as a general rule, turn the threshold until the needle is just hitting -1 dB, and set the ratio to 2 or 3. You’re probably better off just using one of the Vocal presets to start. Even if you aren’t clipping, the compressor can help level out the peaks to give a more polished sound.
If you are doing a pretty good job, but it’s still clipping, that’s where the Compressor can help. It’s not easy to sing and adjust the level at the same time, is it? As you do this, you’ll appreciate the value of a recording engineer. Remember, shoot for -6 dB as your peak and avoid the “red”.
You want to make sure the input level is set correctly on the way in, and only adjust the fader down to avoid clipping if you have no other option. Adjust that while you’re singing to set the level, and NOT the fader in Logic Pro. If you are using something like the 2i2, each channel has a gain knob. There may be a better compressor for you based on your vocal style, but this is a decent place to start. This is Apple’s emulation of an LA-2A, a legendary optical compressor which is commonly used on vocals. On the Channel Strip for your Mic (probably called “Audio 1”) click on Audio FX, and then select Dynamics, Compressor, Mono. You probably don’t want to “slam” it, but a gentle amount of compression can save your take. When you’re recording vocals in Logic Pro X, it’s important to consider putting a compressor on your vocal track. (Check out our article on Apple’s Compressors.) This is not only great for taming your vocals to keep them from clipping, but is almost an essential part of the sound if you are looking for that “radio hit” type vocal. Most modern channel strips that are used to record vocals will have a compressor built in.
It’d make Logic recording much more efficient. It’s a shame that Apple didn’t put a Compressor on the Vocal track in the same way that they put plugins on the Guitar track. This could be different depending on how you have the interface configured, but most likely it’ll be the first input. The only difference between “Recording using a microphone or line input” and “Connect a guitar or bass” is that the guitar setting will add a bunch of Apple plugins, like an Amp emulator and Pedalboard. Select the option with the microphone, under Audio. Logic Pro X Audio SetupĪfter launching Logic Pro X, go to File, New, and this screen will pop up asking to Choose a track type. You can record using your Mac’s built in mic if you don’t have a mic and interface available. Why would you want to do that? To check your mix on small computer speakers! Many of your listeners will be listening that way. This menu is useful when you want to toggle between external monitors and your built-in speakers. If you don’t have an external audio device, then your Mac’s system speakers and microphone should be listed. Under the Logic Pro X Menu, select Preferences, Audio. Check out our review of the Focusrite Scarlett 2i2. Apogee and PreSonus are other options, but the 2i2 seems to be the most popular option when starting out. (It is the most cost effective in that it gives you a mic and headphones along with the audio interface.) The interface can be used for recording a second source, and it has outputs for monitors, which you’ll certainly need in the near future. These can be pretty expensive when starting out, so you may want to look at something like the Focusrite Package. If you are looking for quality vocals though, you’ll need a decent mic and recording interface.
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It’s obviously not the way to go for professional level recordings, but it works in a pinch (I’ve even done in on occasion for quick and dirty vocals.) Here’s the part where I make a joke about the first thing you’ll need is a microphone ? However, that’s not true!!! You can use the built in mic on your Mac. Recording vocals in Logic Pro X is relatively straight forward.