#206: Why Your Vocal Comping Workflow Is Slowing You Down
#206: Why Your Vocal Comping Workflow Is Slowing You Down  
Podcast: Music Production and Mixing Tips for Beginner Producers | Inside The Mix
Published On: Tue Aug 05 2025
Description: Struggling with too many vocal takes? You nailed the perfect take, then recorded five more “just in case.” Now you’re lost in a sea of options, wondering how to create the perfect comp without losing your mind.In this episode of Inside the Mix, Marc Matthews and Tim Benson (Aisle9) reveal their proven strategies for organising takes and building seamless vocal comps. Learn how to avoid over-recording, why comping during the editing phase keeps your mixing sessions stress-free, and the ideal number of takes before vocal fatigue hits.We’ll cover:How to organise multiple takes efficiently in your DAWThe right way to edit without clicks or popsWhy real double-tracking beats any pluginHow to manage performance anxiety and red light syndromeWhether you’re producing your music or working with artists, this episode gives you practical tools to streamline your workflow and get pro results, without the chaos.Links mentioned in this episode: We'd love to hear from you! Submit a questionListen to Paradise CoveSend me a message Support the showWays to connect with Marc: If you'd like a second set of ears on your mix or workflow, you can book a no-pressure chat here Radio-ready mixes start here - get the FREE weekly tips Follow Marc's Socials: Instagram | YouTube | Synth Music Mastering Thanks for listening!! Try Riverside for FREE