Remove reverb from previously recorded vocal track?

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Remove reverb from previously recorded vocal track?

Hello Everyone_
I'm probably grasping at straws here, but is there anyway to remove reverb. (De-Reverberize) some old vocal tracks that sound like they were done in an Mountain Cavern.

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RealDave__

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Posted on Aug 3, 2007 5:53 PM

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Answer 1

Aug 3, 2007 9:07 PM in response to RealDave

RevDave,
probably not.
of course, the reverb tails could be faded on the end of each vocal phase, but if the vox is drenched in it.........?
you could try reducing the bass end, as this will clean it up a little.
you'll get away with more if the vox have an inst background.
acapella? no.
DR9.

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Answer 2

KOROS

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Aug 4, 2007 1:51 AM in response to RealDave

I agree with DR, if it's a heavy reverb it will interfere too much with the recorded signal. Any noise reduction will take out parts of the voice.

This is a classic example of why it is important to record dry and add effects after.

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Answer 3

Aug 4, 2007 3:42 AM in response to David Robinson9

believe it or not, I had success with Enveloper Logic plugin a few times.

It is a really good tool. Of-course, it depends onsituation and the material, but I have to say that Enveloper is really worth a try...

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Answer 4

KOROS

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Aug 4, 2007 7:06 AM in response to Diamond Dog

Good tip
Thanks DD

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Answer 5

RealDave Author

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Aug 4, 2007 12:41 PM in response to KOROS

Thanks to all for your reply. I'll give enveloper a try it can't make things any worse.

Thanks,
RealDave__

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