AI Vocal Mixing

· By Will Harken

The AI Vocal Mixing Technique No One's Talking About

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Today, let’s dive into a fascinating AI vocal mixing technique that could revolutionize how you handle vocals. It’s surprising how many overlook this approach!

Think of this technique as a bit of dark magic—experimental and not for everyone! 🧙‍♂️

The Experimental Path

When you hear “AI vocal mixing,” names like Nectar and Neutron might pop into your head.

These tools are excellent, sure, but they work best if you’ve got a solid singer, good gear, and the perfect space. Check out the iZotope Plugins here.

But let’s explore something a bit off the beaten path.

Imagine using AI to emulate vocal styles and streamline the mixing process. Picture having AI-powered vocal presets ready to keep your performances consistent across tracks.

Lay down your scratch vocals, convert them, and voila—you’re 90% there to achieving professional-sounding vocals.

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How It Works + Future Possibilities

The magic of many AI vocal models is in isolating an artist's voice to create a model that can adapt to any input voice.

Using an AI model can smooth out performance issues, though sometimes it might introduce new ones. It’s the unpredictability of AI, but that's where the real magic lurks.

This technology hints at a future where you might not need to spend a ton on fancy equipment, specialized singers, or even mixing engineers to get great vocal results.

But, remember, we still need that human touch to create original music—after all, what will AI learn from if not our creativity?

The idea of turning your raw vocals into studio-quality tracks is no longer a pipe dream. As AI evolves, so will our ability to make high-quality vocal mixing more accessible. 🕰️ = 💲

Getting Started

It’s easier to kick off than you might think. Platforms like Jammable and Kits make getting in simple.

Create an account, add some funds, and start building your vocal models.

The secret? Send over 10 minutes of your singing, captured just how you want your final vocals to sound (and skip the reverb and delay—trust me, it confuses the AI).

Once you’ve trained your model, upload any rough vocal track. Watch in awe as it transforms into polished audio. Then, add some reverb or delay for your final flair.

This method is a fantastic entry point into AI vocal mixing. But, believe me, it’s only beginning. 🥶

As technology improves, our tools will only get better, opening doors for more personalized vocal mixing experiences.

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A Note on Group Vocals and Mixing Alternatives

Group vocals bring their own set of challenges to AI mixing, often leaning more towards demos or fun projects for now.

But don’t count them out! Training AI with group vocals is possible if they sing in unison.

Give your AI the mixed final group vocal. It’ll be capable of transforming rough vocals into something resembling a polished chorus.

Just remember to use effects to "re-widen" the vocals and breathe life back into what’s often a mono mix.

Check out this article for more on two ways to create AI group vocals.

AI Samples For Reducing Mix Work?

While this piece highlights vocals, here’s a smart idea for mixing instruments:

Use top-notch samples right from the get-go! This trick saves you from piling on ten plugins. Platforms like Splice and Loopcloud, along with AI services such as Stable and Suno, can lay down the perfect foundation for your tracks.

A Free Million Dollar Idea

For those of you who love tech, here’s a goldmine: envision a VST plugin that combines AI vocal training and generation right inside your DAW. This would make recording and transforming vocals effortless, marking a big step forward in music production tech.

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Do-It-Yourself or Done-For-You?

If you’re excited about AI and vocal mixing, keep an eye out for my series called "AI Vocals Engineering." I’ll dive deeper into how to train your models and navigate the world of AI vocals without breaking the bank.

Sign up here to get notified about the series launch and kickstart your journey into AI vocal mixing mastery.

This is your chance to simplify the mixing game or experiment with exciting new sounds. AI vocal mixing is calling your name.

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