Installing Custom Waves Plugin Settings
Once you have purchased the Waves plugins that we've used for your custom setting, you will need to use "Waves Central" to install and license those respective plugins. Waves Central is free Waves software that walks you through loading and authorizing each plugin on your PC or Mac.
The basic Waves custom processing preset by Lenny B usually uses the following Waves plugins; however, your custom setting may include other Waves plugins.
- The F6 Dynamic EQ by Waves
- The Scheps Omni Channel by Waves
Step #1
 - Save the .xps custom processing file(s) to your local computer. Do NOT open the .xps file(s). Proceed to the following step.
Step #2 - Open your DAW and open a version of the corresponding plugin from your DAW.
Step #3
 - You can drop the .xps file on the corresponding Waves plugin from your computer. For example, the F6 custom .xps file can be dropped onto the F6 plugin. The custom setting for that plugin will now be active on your iteration of the plugin on your machine.
Step #4
 - Once all custom settings are installed on the corresponding plugins, you must save the channel strip, effects rack, or session template to your local computer. This process depends on the DAW.
Getting The Best From Your Preset
Your recording level is critical to get the intended sound from the plugin & preset. Recording levels higher or lower than the intended range will modify the tone and dynamics of your voice. You will receive the expected sound from your custom preset by adhering to the following recording level guide. Adjust the recording level so that your recording level averages between -18db and -10db on the peak meter. It would be best if you never peaked over -6db (on your peak meter). I illustrate this in a YouTube video.
What Is A Custom Preset And Why Do I Need One?
A custom processing preset for your voice-over is a series of plugins explicitly tuned for your voice, in your room, and on your microphone. If you want to compete in today's voice-over world, you must ensure that your demos and auditions are extraordinary. Voice-over artists at every experience level from all over the world are fighting to win work. However, if you don't have a professional sound, you will lose out to someone who does.
Custom voice-over processing presets can take your audio presentation quality to the level necessary to compete with the pros. Instead of taking it upon yourself to tweak the parameters like EQ, compression, DeEssing, and saturation to name a few, you can hire a professional voice-over audio engineer to create it for you. Once you have the custom preset on your system, you have "The Sound" every time you press the record button. The investment pays for itself with the money and time saved. Here are the top reasons why they are so popular:
- A custom processing preset lets you focus on your strengths, leaving more time for pitching your voice-over and less time stumbling with engineering.
- A custom processing preset gives you the confidence necessary to help you perform your best.
- A custom processing preset allows you to outshine the competition, win more auditions, and get more work.
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Demo Your Custom Voice-Over Preset Sound Free!
Once you submit your voice for processing, you will be notified if your audio recording quality needs improvement or if it's ready for prime time. If your production quality needs improvement, you will be offered suggestions to help identify and resolve any issues before being asked to resubmit audio. On the other hand, if your audio recording quality is up to par, you will receive a sample of your custom-tuned processed sound to review for free.Â
About The Author
Lenny B is a professional voice-over audio engineer and broadcast specialist with over three decades of experience. He has worked with voice-over artists, podcasters, radio morning shows, and other content creators, helping them capture, retain, and grow massive audiences worldwide. Lenny specializes in enhancing the connection between content creators and their audiences. As an award-winning storyteller, marketing expert, and audio professional, he is trusted by thousands of content creators globally to improve their quality, presentation, and overall effectiveness.
