Waves Audio Eddie Kramer Vocal Channel User Guide

WAVES

Eddie Kramer Vocal Channel

User Guide

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 – INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................3

WELCOME.................................................................................................................3

1.1

1.2

PRODUCT OVERVIEW.................................................................................................3

1.3

CONCEPTS AND TERMINOLOGY..................................................................................3

1.4

A FEW WORDS FROM EDDIE KRAMER ........................................................................4

1.5

COMPONENTS ...........................................................................................................5

CHAPTER 2 – QUICKSTART GUIDE..............................................................................6

CHAPTER 3 – INTERFACE AND CONTROLS ...............................................................7

INTERFACE................................................................................................................7

3.1

3.2

CONTROLS................................................................................................................8

CHAPTER 4 – THE WAVESYSTEM..............................................................................14

THE WAVESYSTEM TOOLBAR...................................................................................14

4.1

PRESET HANDLING..................................................................................................14

4.2

4.3

INTERFACE CONTROLS............................................................................................17

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Chapter 1 – Introduction

1.1 Welcome

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1.2 Product Overview

The Waves Signature Series is our exclusive line of application-specific audio
processors, created in collaboration with the world’s top producers, engineers, and
mixing engineers. Every Signature Series plug-in has been precision-crafted to capture
the artist’s distinct sound and production style. For experienced and aspiring audio
professionals alike, the Waves Signature Series allows you to dial up the sound you’re
looking for quickly, without interrupting the creative flow.

The Eddie Kramer Collection consists of 5 plug-ins, each designed to handle a specific
production task.

Vocals: Eddie Kramer Vocal Channel (EKramer VC)
Drums: Eddie Kramer Drum Channel (EKramer DR)
Bass: Eddie Kramer Bass Channel (EKramer BA)
Guitars: Eddie Kramer Guitar Channel (EKramer GT)
Effects: Eddie Kramer Effects Channel (EKramer FX)

1.3 Concepts and Terminology

Sensitivity Control/Sensitivity LED

The Sensitivity LED’s 3 colors indicate when appropriate levels are reached:

 Green (good)
 Yellow (optimal)
 Red (very hot)

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If the LED is off during playback, your input signal is too low. Move the Sensitivity
Control clockwise until the LED lights up. We recommend adjusting the Sensitivity
Control as soon as you open the plug-in, using the section of your song with the highest
peaks for best results.

In most cases, the Sensitivity LED indicates that your levels hit the processor in a way
that will give you the intended output result. However, it’s important to keep in mind that
optimal results may be achieved even when the Sensitivity LED does not display
“optimal” levels (yellow). Depending on your program material, “good” levels (green)
might be best-suited to your needs; in other cases, “very hot” levels (red) might provide
the most appropriate processing.

Often, changing other controls after adjusting the Sensitivity will cause the Sensitivity
LED to turn red. When this occurs, re-adjustment of either the Sensitivity control or the
other control will be necessary. As always, trust your ears.

Type

Each plug-in includes a number of application Types which address a range of source
materials.

FX

FX controls the amount of the signal sent to the effect. Think of it like the Send control
on any DAW.

1.4 A Few Words from Eddie Kramer

"When mixing, there’s always a fight going on between the vocal and the rest of the
track. For me, what makes a good mix is when all the elements combine seamlessly,
complimenting one other. When we designed the Vocal Channel plug-in, we did it in
such a way that the user can position the vocals within the mix, and then blend it back
into the track, without it popping out, in such a way that it retains all its original clarity and
presence."

Vocal Channel features 2 flavors:
* Vocals1, designed for classic rock vocals with a lot of dynamic range and intensity.

* Vocals2, for gentler vocal performances that stay at smoother, steadier levels.

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1.5 Components

WaveShell technology enables us to split Waves processors into smaller plug-ins, which
we call components. Having a choice of components for a particular processor gives
you the flexibility to choose the configuration best suited to your material.

The Waves Eddie Kramer Vocal Channel has two components:

• EKramer VC m>s – Mono in to Stereo out component

• EKramer VC stereo – Stereo in to Stereo out component

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Chapter 2 – Quickstart Guide

 Insert the EKramer VC plug-in on a vocal track.
 Toggle between vocal types to find the best starting point.
 Adjust the Sensitivity control to achieve healthy levels.
 Adjust the Bass and Treble tone controls to taste.
 Adjust the Compress and Output controls to taste.
 Adjust the FX controls.
 After setting all parameters, check to make sure the Sensitivity LED indicates

proper levels. If it indicates excessive levels, make the necessary adjustments.

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