Lead Vocals, Ad-Libs, and Mastering: Which Voicey Presets Do You Need?
Voicey Vocal
Your lead needs more presence. Your ad-libs feel disconnected. Or your vocal mix already works, but the full track needs a final polish.
These are different stages of production—and Voicey Audio offers presets for each one.
A lead vocal preset shapes the main performance. An ad-lib preset gives supporting phrases their own tone and space. A mastering preset processes the combined mix. Choose the Voicey product that matches the part of your track you want to improve.
You can start with one targeted chain, expand your background vocals, or build a broader workflow for repeated projects.
Find your Voicey starting point
| What you want to work on | Where to start | Why it fits |
|---|---|---|
| Your first experience with Voicey | Starter Pack | An accessible introduction at €9.99 |
| A specific lead vocal direction | Artist Chains | Artist-inspired configurations for your main performance |
| More creative background vocals | Space Adlibs Pack | A dedicated pack of 10 ad-lib presets |
| Final processing for a balanced mix | Mastering Presets | Choose a finishing direction for the whole track |
| Several mastering options in one bundle | Complete Mastering Suite | Crystal, Golden, and Deep together |
| Lead, ad-libs, and mastering across projects | Voicey Pro | A 25-preset system covering all three roles |
Start with the stage that will make the biggest difference to your next session.
1. Lead vocal presets: put the main performance in focus
The lead carries the lyrics, melody, and emotional center of the song.
Its processing may address tonal balance, uneven dynamics, sharp consonants, and ambience. The right treatment helps listeners follow the performance while preserving its character.
A Voicey Artist Chain gives you an organized starting configuration with a particular stylistic reference. You can focus on adapting the sound instead of setting up every stage from scratch.
Choose an Artist Chain by your musical direction
Explore these starting points:
| Your reference direction | Voicey Artist Chain |
|---|---|
| Latin trap and reggaeton | Bad Bunny Vocal Preset |
| Rap, melody, and R&B | Drake Vocal Preset |
| Atmospheric R&B and Pop | The Weeknd Vocal Preset |
| Bright Pop/R&B | Ariana Grande Vocal Preset |
| Emotional Pop/Trap | Post Malone Vocal Preset |
| A deeper drill aesthetic | Pop Smoke Vocal Preset |
These Artist Chains are listed at €44.99 each. Select your software version and check the requirements before purchasing.
Artist names describe creative inspiration, not affiliation, endorsement, or a guarantee of reproducing another artist’s voice.
Find your vocal direction in the Artist Chains collection
Where should a lead preset go?
Load it on the intended vocal track or vocal bus, following its instructions.
Applying a lead chain to the entire song also processes the drums, bass, and other instruments. Keep the routing focused on the part you want to shape.
After loading, check the input level, compression, and amount of ambience against your recording.
2. Ad-lib presets: give the supporting vocals their own character
Ad-libs can answer a line, emphasize a punchline, or add movement between phrases.
They often benefit from a different tone, stereo position, or amount of space than the lead. Their job is to add energy while keeping the main performance easy to follow.
If your lead already works but the background parts feel plain, a dedicated ad-lib pack is a focused next step.
Explore the Space Adlibs Pack
The Space Adlibs Pack — 10 Vocal Presets gives you dedicated starting points for supporting vocal treatments.
Use it to explore the role of responses and background phrases in your arrangement. Choose the version for your setup, then adjust each treatment with the lead playing.
A wide response may work well at the end of a bar but distract during a dense verse. Control its level and check mono compatibility when stereo processing is involved.
Give your ad-libs their own space. Start with a prepared treatment and shape the responses that make your verse stand out.
Already have an Artist Chain? Check its included content first: some kits include a bonus ad-libs chain. A dedicated pack is useful when you want more options for that role.
3. Mastering presets: shape the finished mix
Once the lead, ad-libs, and instrumental work together, mastering processing addresses the combined result.
That can include adjustments to overall tone, dynamics, and level. Because it affects the whole mix, it cannot reliably turn up a buried lead independently of instruments occupying the same frequencies.
Balance the voice and beat first. Then choose the mastering direction that supports that balance.
Voicey offers three dedicated mastering packs and a bundle containing all three.
Crystal Mastering Pack: explore clarity and definition
The Crystal Mastering Pack is positioned around clarity, sparkle, and definition.
Explore it when your balanced mix needs a more open finishing direction. Listen carefully to bright percussion and vocal consonants so the treatment remains comfortable.
Explore Crystal Mastering Pack — €44.99
Golden Mastering Pack: explore warmth and body
The Golden Mastering Pack focuses on warmth, body, and harmonic character.
It is a direction to audition when you want more fullness in the combined track. Check the bass and low-mid balance to preserve separation.
Explore Golden Mastering Pack — €44.99
Deep Mastering Pack: explore low-end weight and punch
The Deep Mastering Pack is designed around low-end depth, punch, and presence, with trap, rap, hip-hop, and electronic music among its stated uses.
Audition it on a balanced mix and listen to how the kick, bass, and vocal interact.
Explore Deep Mastering Pack — €44.99
Complete Mastering Suite: get all three directions
The Complete Mastering Suite includes Crystal, Golden, and Deep, listed together at €89.99.
Choose it when you want several finishing options available for different songs. A spacious R&B track and a bass-heavy rap production may benefit from different treatments.
Audition the options separately and compare at similar listening levels. The bundle gives you alternatives; it does not require stacking all three chains on the same mix.
Get the Complete Mastering Suite — €89.99
You can also browse the full Mastering Presets collection to compare the individual packs.
4. Voicey Pro: build a workflow across all three stages
If you regularly record leads, arrange supporting vocals, and finish full songs, a broader system gives you more starting points across those tasks.
Voicey Pro includes:
- 10 lead vocal presets
- 10 ad-lib presets
- 5 mastering presets
- Preset Selector Map
- Recording Checklist
- Setup Guide
- 7 days of email support for installation and initial use
The product page currently displays a €297 launch price and a €397 standard price. Check the current offer and compatibility for your setup.
Voicey Pro fits an ongoing production workflow: choose a lead treatment, shape the supporting parts, and evaluate the final processing at the appropriate stage.
Explore Voicey Pro and its 25 presets
Voicey Pro or Complete Mastering Suite?
Choose by the scope of the work:
| Product | Main focus |
|---|---|
| Complete Mastering Suite | Three mastering directions: Crystal, Golden, and Deep |
| Voicey Pro | Presets for lead vocals, ad-libs, and mastering, plus workflow guides and initial support |
Do not assume the five mastering presets in Voicey Pro are the same products as the Complete Mastering Suite. Compare the stated contents when deciding what to add to your setup.
5. Starter Pack: begin with a smaller purchase
If you want to experience Voicey before choosing a specific Artist Chain or broader system, the Starter Pack at €9.99 is the entry option.
Select your software, follow the supplied guide, and use it on a recording you know well. Evaluate the result by clarity, consistency, and balance—not just extra volume.
The Starter Pack has its own contents. It should not be treated as a miniature version of Voicey Pro or as including every stage covered in this guide.
Start with the Voicey Starter Pack — €9.99
For other bundled options, explore the Pro Collections Pack collection.
How to combine your Voicey presets in one project
Give each treatment a clear destination:
- Lead chain: the main vocal track or intended vocal bus.
- Ad-lib chain: supporting phrases on separate tracks.
- Mastering chain: the intended final mix path, once the balance works.
Follow the loading and routing instructions for your products. Avoid unintentionally processing the same signal twice.
If the beat is already heavily limited, additional limiting can reduce punch or introduce distortion. Compare with bypass and adjust the processing to the track.
The benefit of a prepared workflow is having useful starting points while retaining control over the result.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a vocal preset and a mastering preset?
A vocal preset processes a voice or vocal group. A mastering preset processes the combined mix. They work at different stages and affect different material.
Which Voicey product should I buy first?
Start with an Artist Chain for a defined vocal direction, Space Adlibs for supporting parts, or a mastering pack for final processing. Choose the Starter Pack if you want an affordable introduction.
Do I need both a lead and an ad-lib preset?
Separate treatments are useful when the parts need different levels, tones, or effects. Check your Artist Chain’s contents first, because it may already include a bonus ad-lib chain.
Does Complete Mastering Suite include Crystal, Golden, and Deep?
Yes. The Complete Mastering Suite brings those three mastering products together.
Can mastering fix a vocal that is too quiet?
Not reliably on its own. Adjust the vocal-to-instrumental balance in the mix before applying final processing.
Do presets include the required plugin licenses?
Do not assume so. Choose the version for your DAW and verify the required effects. Waves versions have separate plugin and licensing requirements.
Will using all three preset types improve every song?
Only when each treatment serves the song. Keep the processing that improves the result and bypass anything that weakens the balance.
Build your next session around the sound you need
Voicey Audio gives you a starting point for each stage: an Artist Chain for the lead, dedicated treatments for ad-libs, and mastering options for the combined track.
Choose your next step:
