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A common issue when too much reverb and delay are applied is the mixing becomes muddled, and the listener struggles to connect with the lyrics or the emotion behind the performance. Thus, a careful approach is required to balance effects while keeping vocals clear.
The Bus System for Effects Management
To strike the perfect balance, a professional mixing technique involves sending the vocal track to separate effect busses. By doing this, you can manage the application of reverb and delay more effectively.
- Create Two Busses: Set up one bus specifically for reverb and another for delay.