I use it not just on vocals but also on other lead parts. Vocal Rider really gives me control for when I want it to engage. It truly helps normalize volume peaks and valleys, and it enables me to gain control of all vocals, lead or background. It does an amazing job of controlling without needing to use any additional compression or limiting. Learn how FOH engineer Stephen Bailey mixes live sound for music performances, panel discussions, video and more at the large-scale Catalyst conferences. Follow these 12 steps to transform raw vocal tracks into a performance that is finished with polish and sheen. Vocal riding is something we all do in the finishing stage of a mix. Please enable JavaScript in your browser in order to make this website functional.