Open your DAW’s audio preferences and increase the buffer size.
Repair via comp and edit (minimal)
So, what makes the "crack" or "WORK" setting so special? The magic happens when you combine a specific set of parameters on the WAVES CLA Vocals plugin. Here's a rough guide to get you started: waves cla vocals crack -WORK-
Avoid over-mixing the reverb. The reverb in CLA Vocals is designed to be lush, so start low and mix it in. Open your DAW’s audio preferences and increase the
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Tame sharp "S" and "T" sounds with a dedicated de-esser before hitting the plugin. Heavy compression can turn normal sibilance into harsh, cracking transient spikes.
Because the compression curves inside CLA Vocals (especially the "Spank" and "Wall" settings) are incredibly aggressive, they drastically lift the quietest elements of your recording. Any subtle low-frequency rumble, mouth click, or microphone hiss hidden in the raw recording will be amplified tenfold, resulting in a dirty, crackling texture. Apply Subtractive EQ and De-Essing First