How to Record Vocals in FL Studio (Beginner Guide)

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FL Studio can record vocals just fine — most people just set it up wrong. Here's the clean way.

Related: the free vocal chain and the 10 best free plugins.

1. Set your audio device and buffer — low latency

Pick your interface (ASIO) and a small buffer so you don't hear lag while recording.

2. Arm an audio track in the Mixer — route the input

Select your mic input on a mixer track and arm it for recording.

3. Record dry, monitor with light FX — keep takes clean

Print dry; add a little reverb to your headphone mix for comfort, not to the recording.

4. Comp your takes in the playlist — keep the best

Record several passes and slice the best lines together.

5. Then mix — EQ, comp, the chain

Once tracked, build your vocal chain on the mixer track.

FAQ

Why is there lag when I record in FL?

Switch to ASIO drivers and lower the buffer length in Audio settings.

Best free plugins for FL vocals?

TDR Nova, TDR Kotelnikov, Graillon 2 and Valhalla Supermassive.