What Causes Sibilance on Vocals?
If vocals on your records sound sharp, spitty, or piercing—especially on words with “S,” “T,” or “SH”—you’re hearing sibilance. It’s one of the most common (and most annoying) issues in vinyl playback, and it can turn an otherwise great recording into a fatiguing listen. The causes range from recording choices to playback setup, but the …