To make vocals sound processed, you’ll need to apply various effects and plugins that alter the original sound. Here are some steps you can follow:
1. **Saturation**: Add some warmth and character to the vocals by applying a subtle saturation effect. You can use a saturation plug-in like the Waves Kramer Tape or the Fab Filter Saturn.
2. **Compression**: Process the vocals with a compressor to control the dynamics and make the vocals sit well in the mix. Apply a ratio of around 4:1, a attack time of 5-10 milliseconds, and a release time of 100-200 milliseconds.
3. ** equalization**: EQ the vocals to remove unwanted frequencies and bring out the important ones. For example, you can cut the low-end frequencies below 100 Hz to remove any rumble, and boost the frequency range