Creating a Vocal Comp

Creating a Vocal Comp offers a behind-the-scenes look at how professional engineers piece together the best takes from multiple vocal recordings to create one cohesive performance. Led by Richie Beretta, this course teaches you how to make detailed creative and technical decisions to bring out the best parts of a vocal session.

You'll learn how to evaluate takes, align timing, and blend phrases seamlessly, using both DAW-native tools and industry-standard plugins. The course also explores how to craft doubles and background layers that enhance the main vocal while maintaining a natural, polished sound. Special attention is given to timing and pitch correction techniques, as well as managing tonal consistency across sections.

By the end, you’ll not only understand the comping process technically—you’ll also develop an ear for emotional nuance, knowing which performances to highlight and how to make a vocal track feel intentional and expressive. Whether you're working on your own vocals or engineering for others, this course is essential for creating vocal recordings that are ready for release.