Platinum Producer Kalli reveals his vocal mixing secrets (Part 2)
June 12, 2024
Pascal "Kalli" Reinhardt is a platinum-certified producer who has successfully brought his distinctive sound to Germany as well as the US and UK. Working from his studio in Berlin, he collaborates with a wide array of national and international artists on diverse and exciting projects.
Recently, Pascal has had the pleasure of producing and writing with renowned artists such as Felix Jaehn, Alvaro Soler, GREY, LÉON, Allie X, Kontra K, Glasperlenspiel, Paddy Kelly, and Wincent Weiss. His work continues to bridge musical worlds, creating captivating tracks that resonate across different cultures and genres.
In part two of this interview, Pascal "Kalli" Reinhardt breaks down his send effects and some special fx for a more interesting vocal production. Check out part one to learn about the vocal editing and insert effects Kalli used on Nico's vocal.
SEND EFFECTS
"The following plugins (Reverb and Delay) are on seperate sends and are mixed in depending on the vibe of the song."
1. Valhalla VintageVerb
"Valhalla Vintage Verb is my go-to reverb. It sounds great, is quick to dial in, and is also very efficient on the CPU, making it perfect for any project."
"Valhalla Delay is a versatile tool, allowing for different time signatures on various send channels, such as quarter notes or eighth notes. One of its standout features is the 'ducking' mode, which activates the delay only when the vocals aren't singing (if set to 100% wet). This ensures the vocals remain clear while the delay creates a massive impact during the breaks."
"The last send channel is actually a combination of multiple FX plugins. I use this channel very subtly to make the vocals sound wide, thick, and full, creating an interesting texture rather than just doubling, especially for verses."
3. Little AlterBoy
"Alter Boy is a powerful tool that reduces the formants to create a 'treated' sound, making it perfect for dark music or dance music. By altering the vocal characteristics, it adds a unique and compelling edge to the mix, enhancing the overall mood and atmosphere of the track. I follow it up with a de-esser to completely get rid of any sibilance."
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