"Backs" or backing vocals are an indispensable attribute of any high-quality musical composition. Particular attention is paid to him during the recording and mixing of the song, because it is the competent placement of backings that can smooth out any shortcomings of the vocalist.
Instructions
Step 1
Becks serve to reinforce certain points in the song. They can be considered "correctly recorded" if they are reasoned logically or melodiously and at the same time do not drown out the main sound track. The basic backing for recitative, for example, is the "echo" effect, the second voice in places where the performer needs special emotion and strength. On the other hand, for vocal parts, backings can be separate words that are sung in the background against the background of the main text. One of the most successful examples of this approach is the composition "In the End" gr. Linkin Park.
Step 2
Build backups from unsuccessful takes. This is especially convenient for beginner rap artists who, at the time of recording, do not know where to place the background. In this case, having several unsuccessful takes, you can experiment and substitute backings in various places in the composition, checking the sound.
Step 3
Record the backing track separately. After you have finished working on the main part and have a clear idea of what moments in it need to be enhanced, you can make another take of the recording, but now only pronounce the backings. At the same time, in headphones you will have to listen not only to the instrumental, but also to the already recorded main line in order to coincide with it in time and rhythm. Such backing turns out to be quite emotional and powerful (since the performer has a greater supply of air in his chest). In addition, this approach is much more convenient for subsequent mixing and processing - you just need to remove the "empty spaces" and equalize the overall volume.
Step 4
Differentiate difficult parts (vocals, for example). It is very problematic to record several backs in a row when it comes to something more complicated than a recitative. Therefore, it is better to spend a little more time and effort, but register each separate element of the background track individually.
