Topmusicanswers
What does it mean to stack vocals?
What does it mean to “stack” a vocal? Stacking vocals in a very general sense just means having multiple vocal tracks in your session. When you've got two vocals playing back at the same time, you add complexity and density to your mix.
Should you layer vocals?
Loosely layered vocals will cause you to lose the intimacy you are trying to create. There is an effect you should be aware of though when layering these parts. If your performance is so tight then your vocals will start to sound phasey. Almost canceling out the center image.
How do you keep vocals on top of mix?
Tip #1 – Here's a top notch trick to get your vocals to sit on top of the mix nicely. Send everything but the vocals to their own aux, and apply a very subtle compressor (only a few dB's reduction). Side chain the lead vocals to this compressor. This will dip the track by a 2 or 3 dB's every time the vocals come in.
