How To: Elevate Your Music with A.I. Generated Vocals
TLDRIn this tutorial, Arcade demonstrates how to incorporate AI-generated vocals into a house track. The process begins with creating a simple house beat using drums, bass, and effects. The AI platform Typecast.ai is utilized to generate a rap verse with a twist on the song '99 Problems'. Further, a deep vocal effect is achieved by applying distortion and pitch-shifting. For added fun, a fake Snoop Dogg voiceover is created using fakeyou.com, with lyrics inspired by chat GPT. The track is completed by blending these AI vocals with the instrumental, showcasing a creative and cost-effective way to enhance music production.
Takeaways
- 🎵 The video demonstrates how to create AI-generated rap vocals for a house track using free methods.
- 🚀 The process starts by creating a simple house beat with drums, using different sounds panned to the left, right, and center for a stereo feel.
- 🎧 Adding a bass line with a deep bass, plucky sound, and sub bass, using effects like a transient processor and sidechain compression to make the kick drum stand out.
- 🔊 Using a plugin like Sound Glizzer for additional sound effects and to ensure the bass frequencies complement each other without clashing.
- 🌟 Incorporating white noise and crash effects, utilizing sidechain techniques to make space for the vocals in the mix.
- 🎹 Adding a hybrid guitar sound used as a piano and a lead melody for the track, with effects applied to make them stand out in the mix.
- 🎤 Using AI platforms like Typecast.ai to generate vocals for the track, allowing users to input custom lyrics and choose the tone of the vocal delivery.
- 🔉 Applying audio effects to the AI-generated vocals, such as compression, stereo shaping, EQ adjustments, and reverb, to fit the vocals into the track.
- 🎭 Creating a 'deep vocal' effect by using distortion, EQ, pitch shifting, and reverb to alter the vocal tone.
- 🤖 Utilizing FakeYou.com to generate a 'Snoop Dogg' vocal style for the track, customizing the lyrics and making adjustments for clarity and flow.
- 📚 AI-generated lyrics can be crafted using tools like Chat GPT to produce rap verses that match the desired style.
- 📈 The final track combines the drum beat, bass, effects, and AI-generated vocals to create a cohesive and entertaining piece of music.
Q & A
What is the main topic of the video?
-The main topic of the video is how to elevate music with AI-generated vocals, specifically creating rap vocals for a house track using AI.
What are the methods used to generate AI vocals in the video?
-The video uses two different AI services, Typecast and FakeYou.com, to generate vocals. Typecast is used for a female rapper, and FakeYou.com is used to generate a voice similar to Snoop Dogg.
How much does Snoop Dogg charge to be featured in a track?
-Snoop Dogg charges over $250,000 to be featured in a track.
What is the first step in creating the house beat in the video?
-The first step in creating the house beat is to start with the drums, beginning with an offbeat kick, followed by adding a hi-hat loop and other percussion elements.
How does the video ensure a groovy feel in the drum loop?
-The video ensures a groovy feel by enabling the 'main swing' and by panning different drum elements to the left, right, and center to create a stereo feel.
What is the source of the samples and presets used in the track?
-The samples and presets used in the track are from the creator's sample pack platform called Stable Sounds.
How does the video address the issue of low frequencies in the bass?
-The video addresses the issue of low frequencies by using a transient processor to increase the attack and release of the bass, and by removing low frequencies from the deep bass to let the sub bass handle the low frequencies.
What is the purpose of adding white noise in the form of a crash effect?
-The purpose of adding white noise in the form of a crash effect is to create more space in the mix for the vocals and to add an interesting texture to the track.
How is the AI-generated vocal phrase synchronized with the beat of the track?
-The AI-generated vocal phrase is synchronized with the beat by moving it around while holding the ALT key and starting on the grid, then enabling the metronome to ensure it aligns with the beat.
What effects are used to enhance the AI-generated vocals?
-Effects used to enhance the AI-generated vocals include compression, stereo shaper, EQ to delete low frequencies and boost high frequencies, reverb, and a sidechain with the Kickstart plugin.
How does the video demonstrate creating a deep vocal effect?
-The video demonstrates creating a deep vocal effect by using distortion, EQ to remove low and high frequencies, a pitch shifter to lower the pitch by 12 semitones, and reverb.
What is the final step in completing the track with AI-generated vocals?
-The final step is to put all the elements together, including the drum beat, the girl rapper, the pads, and the Snoop Dogg vocal, and listen to the finished result to ensure everything fits well.
Outlines
🎵 Creating an AI-Generated Rap for a House Track
Arcade introduces the process of using AI to generate rap vocals for a house track. He explains that the methods are cost-free and will guide viewers on how to achieve this. The session begins with creating a simple house beat, starting with the drums, which includes an offbeat kick, hi-hat loop, snares, and percussions. The beat is made groovy with the main swing enabled and a stereo feel is achieved by panning different sounds. The drum loop is further enhanced with additional hi-hats for excitement. Bass is added next with a deep bass, plucky sound, and sub bass, with effects applied for a more pronounced attack and release. The kick-start plugin is used for side-chaining to ensure the kick drum is clear in the mix. Finally, white noise in the form of crash effects and one-shots are added, with stereo shaping and phase movement for a fuller sound. The samples and presets used are from the Stable Sounds platform, which offers a one-time payment for perpetual access to the samples.
🎤 Producing Vocals with AI and Adding Effects
The second paragraph focuses on the creation and implementation of AI-generated vocals into the track. Arcade adds a hybrid guitar sound used as a piano and a lead sound to the track, both with effects to enhance their clarity and presence in the mix. The vocals are created using two different AI services. The first is Typecast, where a user can input text for the AI to vocalize in a chosen tone. A twist on the popular song '99 Problems' is created as a vocal phrase, with effects like compression, stereo shaper, EQ, and reverb applied to blend it with the track. A deep vocal effect is also demonstrated using distortion, EQ, pitch shifting, and additional reverb. The process of synchronizing the vocals with the beat and adjusting them for clarity and fit within the mix is detailed.
🤖 Faking a Snoop Dogg Feature with AI
In the third paragraph, Arcade demonstrates how to create a fake Snoop Dogg rap verse for the track using fakeyou.com. After typing in the desired lyrics, the AI generates Snoop Dogg's voice, which can be downloaded after signing up. To achieve a more authentic sound, Arcade has AI write a Snoop Dogg-style rap verse using chat GPT. The generated lyrics are then input into the AI voice generator, with adjustments made for clarity and flow. Silly and fun phrases are also added for the track's drop section. Effects similar to the previous vocals are applied to the Snoop Dogg AI voice, including distortion and a deep vocal effect. The paragraph concludes with a preview of the finished track, showcasing the drum beat, girl rapper, pads, and the AI-generated Snoop Dogg verse.
📢 Wrapping Up and Providing Resources
The final paragraph serves as a conclusion to the video, thanking viewers for watching and encouraging them to subscribe. Arcade reminds viewers to check out the links provided in the description, which include access to the samples and presets used in the track, the FLP file, and the AI-generated vocals. The finished result of the AI-generated rap is played, highlighting the creative process and the final product of integrating AI-generated vocals into a house track.
Mindmap
Keywords
💡AI generated vocals
💡House track
💡Drum beat
💡Bass
💡Effects
💡Sidechain
💡Typecast.ai
💡Snoop Dogg
💡Sample pack
💡FLP file
💡Lead
Highlights
Arcade demonstrates how to create AI-generated rap vocals for a house track using free methods.
The AI girl rapper can rap any typed verses, offering customization and a unique vocal style.
Snoop Dogg's voice can be replicated for free using AI, offering an alternative to expensive feature costs.
Creating a simple house beat starts with an offbeat kick and a hi-hat loop for rhythm.
Main swing is enabled for a groovy feel, and stereo panning creates a fuller sound.
Bass and melody are added with effects like a transient processor and sidechain compression for clarity.
White noise and crash effects are used for additional texture in the mix.
A hybrid guitar sound is utilized as a piano, adding a unique layer to the track.
Lead sounds are processed with sound good and stereo width to stand out in the mix.
A pad sound introduces the Snoop Dogg verse, creating a transition in the track.
Typecast.ai is used to generate the AI girl rapper's vocals, allowing for custom phrases and tones.
FakeYou.com is utilized to generate a Snoop Dogg-style rap verse for the track.
Chat GPT is used to write a Snoop Dogg type rap verse, showcasing AI's creative capabilities.
Effects such as distortion, pitch shifting, and reverb are applied to the AI vocals for a polished sound.
The final track combines the AI-generated rap vocals with the house beat for a unique listening experience.
Stereo shaping and sidechain compression are used to ensure the vocals fit well within the mix.
The use of AI-generated vocals provides a cost-effective and innovative approach to music production.
The tutorial provides a FLP file and links to the AI vocal generation services for further exploration.