Waves CLA Vocals

Waves CLA Vocals | The Ultimate Vocal Processing Chain from a Legendary Mixing Engineer

Waves CLA Vocals is the ultimate vocal plugin, developed in collaboration with Grammy Award-winning, legendary mixing engineer Chris Lord-Alge. This plugin is not just a collection of tools; it's the complete, complex effects chain that Chris Lord-Alge has used for decades to shape the iconic vocals of countless top artists like Green Day, James Blunt, and Foo Fighters, all condensed into one intuitive, easy-to-use interface. You no longer need to guess or piece together dozens of plugins. CLA Vocals simplifies the master's vocal processing workflow, allowing you to quickly dial in a professional, energetic vocal that sits perfectly in the mix with just six core faders.

This powerful mixing plugin is designed for both efficiency and sound quality, with a core philosophy of "getting results fast." Each fader—including Bass, Treble, Compress, Reverb, Delay, and Pitch—features three "flavor modes" personally tuned by Chris Lord-Alge, covering a wide range of vocal styles from subtle and warm to aggressive and edgy. Whether you're working on a pop lead vocal, a rock scream, or a folk whisper, CLA Vocals provides an instant solution to make your vocal track stand out in any mix, delivering unprecedented clarity, depth, and emotional impact. This isn't just a plugin; it's a shortcut to world-class vocal production.

Key Advantages & Applications

Instantly Dial in the Perfect Vocal Tone
Use the Bass fader to add depth and body to the sound, or to effectively manage low-end muddiness caused by the Proximity Effect. The Treble fader can add air, clear articulation, or a sweet high-frequency sheen to the vocals; conversely, reducing the treble can make the sound warmer or tame harsh sibilance.

Legendary CLA Compression Dynamics
Chris Lord-Alge's use of compression is legendary. CLA Vocals includes three of his most classic compression modes: PUSH mode delivers powerful punch and presence; SPANK mode provides a more aggressive, percussive attack; and WALL mode is an extreme brickwall-style compression that firmly locks the vocal's dynamics right at the front of the mix.

Give Vocals the Signature CLA Sense of Space
Vocals without ambience can sound dry and dull. CLA Vocals offers three meticulously designed reverb types: TIGHT (a compact space), LARGE (a big space), and CHAMBER (a classic studio echo chamber), allowing you to quickly place your vocals in the ideal acoustic environment. Additionally, pair it with delay effects that sync to your host's tempo—1/16, 1/8, or 1/4 notes—to easily create rhythmic spatial dynamics.

Perfect Pitch Modulation Effects
Add rich stereo width and texture to your vocals with three different chorus options. You can choose a gentle modulation, a wide stereo spread, or a lush chorus effect that simulates tight double-tracking, making the vocals sound fuller and more three-dimensional.

Easy to Tweak, with Presets for Endless Inspiration
The interface of CLA Vocals is extremely intuitive, making sound adjustments effortless. Furthermore, it includes an extensive preset library designed by Chris Lord-Alge himself and many other professional engineers. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced producer, you can find inspiration or use them as a starting point to create your own unique sound.

Master-Guaranteed, Reliable Results
"The most important part of any song is the vocal. I have poured the best of my effects chains, which I use daily in my mixes, into CLA Vocals. These chains are designed to ensure you get a great-sounding vocal every time, and that it sits perfectly in the mix." — Chris Lord-Alge

Detailed Features & Core Modules

Tech Specs

• Software Type: Vocal Effects Processor
• Platform: Mac, PC
• Format: VST3, AU, AAX Native (64-bit)
• Hardware Requirements - Mac: Intel Core i7 / Apple M1 or higher, 8GB RAM (16GB recommended)
• Hardware Requirements - PC: Intel Core i5 / AMD Quad-Core or higher, 8GB RAM (16GB recommended)
• OS Requirements - Mac: macOS 10.15.7, 11.6.5, 12.4, 13.3 (latest versions)
• OS Requirements - PC: Windows 10, Windows 11 (64-bit)
• Screen Resolution: 1024x768 minimum (1280x1024 / 1600x1024 recommended)
• Authorization: Waves Central (Internet connection required for installation and authorization)