Meet your humble instructor, Fingazz aka Fingadelic, one of the premier talkbox performers in the world. Let’s find out why he’s more than qualified to teach you how to be a “talkstar”…

There’s a lot of elements that go into mastering the art of using the talkbox, so let’s start with a basic overview of this course.

If you don’t already own a talkbox set up, here’s an explanation of what you will need in order to learn and complete this course.

Talkbox is an extremely difficult skill to master. You must have the passion and drive to learn, and this course will get you there. Here’s a bit of motivation.

These days there are many different robotic sounding elements in popular songs, but which ones are which effect? And what’s the difference?

Most talkbox manufacturers make talkbox “pedals” for guitars, so the instructions on how to get set up may be confusing. Learn the actual “signal flow” to hook up your keyboard talkbox rig.

You need a synthesizer to create that talkbox sound, but there’s only certain tones that work well. Find out which ones and how to make them. Get ready…it’s about to get real nerdy!!

The talkbox tube is the lifeline of the sound. Find out where to put it what to do with that thing.

Now that you’re set up and ready to learn, take it slow and start with the easiest word…to give birth to your talkbox skill.

One of the most difficult and important aspects of using the talkbox is cutting off your vocal cords…and yes it’s as hard as it sounds!! Learn how and use these practice exercises to master this skill.

Learn how to find the delicate balance between your synth tone and mouth articulations to perform proper, legible talkboxing.

Just like real singing, you must remember to breathe while using the talkbox. Learn some simple techniques that professional vocalists use as well, that can apply to your talkboxing.

Yes, the tube will get saliva in it. It’s normal and here’s what to do about it.

Now your getting the hang of saying the words on the talkbox, but let’s make ’em sound extra funky!! Learn how to use the synthesizer’s modulation and pitch wheels to add more flavor to your performance.

One of the main things that separate talkbox from other robotic vocal sound effects is the ‘slide’, ‘glide’, or ‘portamento’. Learn how to set it and use it on your synth to make your talkboxing unique.

The easiest thing to do on talkbox is make vowel sounds like ooo and ahhh, now let’s use them to our advantage!

The smaller synths typically used for talkboxing are funky, portable, and sound great…but what do you do when you run out of keys? Octave-ate!!

Here’s an important tip…learn the basic scales in order to understand the notes you’ll need to play. Unlike playing the piano, when talkboxing you only need play one note at a time, so I KNOW YOU CAN DO IT!! A learning and practice resource is provided.

It’s not easy being graceful, but learn how to flavor up your performance using ‘grace notes’ and get your talkbox style points up.

Some words are more difficult than others to say properly on talkbox, and the hardest ones of them all are words starting with the letter “H”. This lesson breaks down the technique of articulating these sounds and then master with a practice drill called “Hey Hot Honey”.

Now that you’ve got the tools to start talkboxing, it’s time to learn some other techniques to change the tone and ‘funktify” your performance.

Now it’s time for the fun stuff! Warm up your favorite DAW and let’s cook up something amazing – It’s time to record and mix your talkbox.

The right microphone and mic techniques will ensure that you get a great talkbox recording. Check it out!

Learn how to set the perfect tone balance when recording your talkbox performance.

Another reminder lesson on the importance of completely cutting off the vocal cords…and all the other weird noises the mic will pick up.

It’s time to get that talkbox down and into your DAW. Fingazz creates and teaches you an original lesson song to record a funky talkbox performance.

Now that you’ve got that main talkbox lead sounding good, it’s time to learn how to stack those amazing harmonies on top. This requires a bit more basic music theory so resources are provided. Take time to learn this stuff…it’s worth it!!

Once you get the foundation of your song down, start adding accents to spice up your recording and take it to the next level!

Here’s some tips on mixing your recorded talkbox, to make it all work together.

Here are some of Fingazz personal techniques he’s developed over 25 years of talkboxing. This is the good stuff!!