Most DAWs will have a simple compressor including all of the parameters discussed above.
If you can master this concept, you’re one step closer to having that clean and professional sound you’re looking for.įirst, check the stock effects in whichever Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) you use. While compression is an important tool to have in your kit, it’s best used sparingly and lightly so as to not erode the natural dynamics in your voice. Compression tends to decrease overall volume so, once you’ve achieved the desired balance in your mix, remember to add a little bit of gain to your final audio final to bring it back up to its original level.
