PRO VOCALS in GarageBand (Pt 1): Tuning Vocals to Sound NATURAL

Do you struggle to get your vocals to sound professional in GarageBand? It’s not GarageBand’s fault. And if you took the time to get a great vocal recording, it's probably not even your recordings fault either. The issue comes from not having a system to shape your vocals to sound professional- knowing which tools to use when, why, and how.

So over the next 6 weeks I’m going to walk you through step by step everything you need to know to get a more professional vocal sound in GarageBand.

Starting today with how to tune your vocals in a way that actually sounds NATURAL. Say goodbye to autotune and hello to transparent, natural sounding vocals.

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[ErikArchbold]

Thanks Colin - this video definitely changed my mind about using vocal tuning. I'm a vocalist myself in a live band, and I've been singing for about 30 years and think i'm pretty damn good, but your video made me realize i probably don't hit EVERY note perfectly and that a little tuning might go a long way in terms of bringing my recordings from good to great. Thanks so much for everything you do!

[zachgalli]

The song on this tutorial kicks ass and is so relatable 😅

[StephenMichaelSchwartz]

Colin, you are such a great communicator. I’ve enjoyed many of your videos as I discover the mysteries, complexities of GarageBand. I appreciate your clear cut explanations of the various aspects of recording. It’s so helpful. I just downloaded your free ultimate Garage Band guide for added insights. Thank you!

[grantahart]

When you dragged the first note into place and played it back I laughed maniacally in enjoyment. It sounds super natural, I’m definitely getting this plug in!

[JohnLynagh]

Checklist is awesome Colin. Great reference

[tommylarsson]

I guess i've been a little conservative about most of the tools that kind of help you sound better than what you perform. What i'm afraid of is that many use that instead of improving their own skills. Kind of take the easy way out. But on the other hand it can really visualize what's going on and if people can work together with their tools it can be of great help I think. The way you used it is acceptable for me.

The other side of it is if the feeling of having done a great job with the vocals will be a little diminished when you know that it is a computer that have fixed the tricky part of it.

So as an old school person it has always been important to challenge myself and be better because that's one part of why I love music. To be able to overcome my limits.

Great video and cool tool though!

[chriscurtis]

Oh hell yes! I had been wondering about the vocals I try to capture, and this answers those questions. Thank you. And I got your guide a while back.

[iamchrisfraser]

this is a great video and super super super helpful. Thanks Colin

[clivebutler]

Brilliant, I'm buying this now! Thanks

[chach]

I haven't messed around with vocals much, but I trust all the other stuff I've learned watching your videos. It'd be great to fix some plosives, etc. Thanks, Colin 👍

[tunamb]

You have excellent tips. Thank you. Exporting what I am happy with (and re-importing uncompressed) has been such a great help for me and my workflow.

[orysia_kozak]

thanks 👏
have never used tuning before
looking forward for new videos!

[Hail-Batlord]

Vocal tuning always seemed like something that was so wildly out of my scope, but the way you explained the Waves plug-in (which I’ll be getting very soon btw) really made this digestible.

I randomly came across your gain staging video a week or two ago, and that was something I had never even HEARD of, let alone seen in a GarageBand tutorial before. Seriously was like finding the missing link in getting my mixes to sound the way I wanted.

I’ve been on and off using GarageBand to make demos for my band, but recently I’ve taken to self recording and producing something of my own, just for the challenge. I’ve been more inspired than ever to step up my game because of all this new knowledge so thanks for spitting some serious game 🙌

[josedelacruz]

You’ve been a great teacher dude, thanks lots

[garudasomanna]

Awesome tutorial that has made me awed at the various aspects of making and hearing music!!!! I love music, compose and sing songs, have already brought out 7 audio albums and now doing my eight album, and....I don't know or identify the key of a song, don't know about tuning, and haven't studied music! Thanks dear Colin for making the unknown known to me, I have been recording and mixing and mastering the songs of my eight album in GarageBand. Looking forwards to the remaining 5 pearls that are going to proceed from your mouth regarding auto tuning. Now, regarding this work of tuning of the vocals, I guess is to be undertaken before commencing your 6-step mixing process, right? 

BTW, you are looking very tired in this tutorial. I guess you need a break! Being a medical doctor, now retired, I strongly suggest you take a week's time out and enjoy the birds that sing so sweetly and don't have to worry about needing guitars and drums to make their voices better😀🙏

[BradCarlMusic]

I'm in love with this app after watching this video. SOLD. I call it the "Ozzy App." ;)

[devthemenace]

YES
WITH THIS I WILL TAKEOVER THE WORLD <3

[johnvender]

Looks like a great vocal tuning plugin.

[NoName-drwt]

Very good! I'm doing my own vocals (and composing---arrangement and orchestration) on my own version of the hymn "Be Thou My Vision." The solo vocal recording is in an office 😂 but not too bad. Your video has helped me see the precise way small imperfections can be adjusted without compromise of good singing. I also play French horn and violin, which are NOTORIOUS for needing absolutely constant pitch correction---EVERY SINGLE MICROSECOND. 😅 THANKS for your marvelous teaching and help!!!

[irol]

Wow, I am so glad I found your channel!! Great explanations and super helpful. Nice 🙌🏻