Guitar Hero 4 – Master the Vocals
You don’t have to be the next platinum pop star to hit all the right
notes in Guitar Hero 4. In fact, pretty much anyone can master the
vocals in this game. Keep in mind, though, that earning points is about
much more than reading the lyrics. You need to be in tune and on the
beat to become a truly amazing lead singer.
First of all, if you are new to singing or having trouble getting the
tune on Guitar Hero 4, you may want to forget the lyrics entirely.
Instead, grab the microphone and simply hum the song. Try get match your
tone and pitch to the notes on the screen, and practice getting the beat
and timing down as well. It might seem silly to be humming along to a
rock song, but it is a great way to warm up those vocal chords for
harder tunes. Even after you have mastered humming, you may still want
to start off a gaming session with some hummed tones and a few “do re
mi” sets. These warm ups help prepare your vocal chords for singing. If
you set up properly, you are less likely to crack on a note or fall too
sharp or flat.
When you are ready to sing, keep in mind that the game needs to
recognize everything you sing. Generally, the Guitar Hero 4 interface
does a good job of this. However, you need to watch out for the very
first sound in a phrase. If you do not hit it strong and loud, you may
lose points. Remember, first impressions do count. You would not head
out onto a concert stage and hit the first note softly, right? So, be
bold and start each phrase out strong.
Another issue you may have trouble with is breathing into the
microphone. Everyone has to breathe, but you do not want to end up
blowing into the mic unnecessarily. To avoid this mishap, hold the mic a
reasonable distance from your mouth. Remember, you do not need to kiss
the mic for it to pick up your lyrics. In fact, singing too close may
even garble your words entirely and hurt your score.
Planning to sing your heart out for hours on Guitar Hero 4? If you
are, that’s great! Just keep in mind that your vocal chords may get worn
out. To avoid a sore throat or lost voice, make sure you drink plenty of
water during a long gaming session. Also, don’t strain your vocal chords
by trying to sing way outside your natural range. Guitar Hero 4
understands that we all have different voices. So, you do not have to
hit the exact same tone as the original singer. Instead, just focus on
harmonizing with the notes shown and you will do fine.
Ultimately, Guitar Hero 4 presents an excellent opportunity for
karaoke enthusiasts to show off their skills. Remember, the point of the
game is to have fun. So, don’t worry about sounding like a vocal god or
goddess. Instead, just master these tips and tricks and you’ll wow your
friends with an awesome vocalist score. |
