Tom Lord-Alge showcases his vocal mixing techniques on Angels & Airwaves' "The Adventure," focusing on creating unique reverb effects. He explains how he adapted a pre-delayed reverb style using the Valhalla Vintage Verb, enhancing the vocal presence while maintaining clarity.
To achieve a polished sound, Tom inserts a delay before the reverb, with feedback to create a timed reflection that fills the spaces between vocal lines. He also uses a de-esser on the reverb send to prevent any harshness, ensuring the vocals remain smooth and engaging.
In the chorus, Tom applies EQ to remove boxiness from the reverb and demonstrates console automation for seamless transitions. His approach highlights the importance of personalizing effects to improve the mix, turning original ideas into something distinctly his own.