On my current project I have 4 singers backing me up. When I mix them all in it seems their sound is too fat. They sound great on their own, but in the mix they cover up instruments and lead vocals that I want to be heard, even when I turn them way down.

I think what I need to do is EQ the vocals to eliminate all the unessential frequencies. Is this right?

If it is right, what frequencies should I be messing with? Which frequency ranges are needed for musicality and intelligibility? Which frequencies can I try slicing?

Do I apply the same EQ to all four voices - S,A,T,B? Or does each range get its own treatment?

I have used the graphic EQ that comes with RealBand in the past. Is this the right tool?

I realize that there will be no substitute for trial-and-error on my part. Still, any guidance y'all can share from your experience will be gratefully appreciated.

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