R&B Vocals

[music_life73]

I am about to record some R&B vocals. I am relatively new to recording. I have a small effective set up:
-M-Box 2
-Pro-Tools
-Phantom Powered Condenser Mic
-AudioBuddy Pre-Amp

I wanted to know if there is a formula. How many stacks should there be for bg's? Is a Compressor needed? What eq settings and plug-ins should Be used? How should I set the leads?
Any advice is appreciated. Thanks

 

[kid848]

... I always just do a bunch...

It's easier to cut out what's not needed than to call the singer back and recapture the mood of the track...

I don't compress on teh way in... but 'they' say that you should always compress on the way in... Plug-in's and EQ settings are up to you... Listen to some R n B tracks... you'll be able to hear what's being used...

I've noticed that alot use PLENTY of reverb hard panned...