When you hear a crackle while using CLA Vocals, it is almost always caused by one of three main problems:
: The "Top" or treble fader boosts very specific bright frequencies. If your original vocal is already bright, this boost can create a harsh, crackling sound. waves cla vocals crack
This is the heart of the plugin. The compression is modeled after classic optical tube compressors, and it excels at gluing a vocal performance together. It offers a warm, punchy character that works exceptionally well for rock, pop, and singer-songwriter genres. It is difficult to make it sound "bad" or overly robotic, which is a testament to the preset curves designed by CLA himself. When you hear a crackle while using CLA