Colby Lapolla is a high-performance vocal producer and vocal engineer based in Los Angeles, known for delivering fast, lasting results to professional singers and recording artists.

With a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance from Belmont University and elite certification under Brett Manning (Taylor Swift, Hayley Williams, Miley Cyrus), Colby was one of the youngest coaches ever invited to teach at Manning’s flagship Music Row studio. She now works with an exclusive client list in LA—major label artists, session vocalists, and talent from The Voice, American Idol, national tours, and Disney, among many others.

In addition to her vocal production expertise, Colby is widely recognized as an exceptional vocal engineer. From the moment a voice hits the mic, she shapes the sound with a discerning ear, making her the top choice for teams who demand both artistry and technical mastery. Some of the most iconic studios in Los Angeles contract her as a vocal engineer, and her work is consistently described as “flawless.”

One of Colby’s superpowers is her ability to quickly diagnose and resolve vocal issues—often within the first 15 minutes—making her a go-to for teams who need precision, speed, and excellence. She is known for her intuitive, high-impact coaching during recording sessions, consistently pulling out the strongest performances in record time.

Artists often refer to her as their “secret weapon”—the one they won’t cut vocals without. She’s in high demand thanks to her laid-back yet laser-focused coaching style, deep industry knowledge, and unwavering commitment to helping professionals sound their absolute best.