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drums from “let's stay together” by al green | ToneDB

let's stay together

al green

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Tone Profile

Warm, intimate, and soulful drum tone with a tight and punchy sound. The overall vibe is classic R&B, providing a solid foundation for the song's emotional core.

Gear

Ludwig Drum Kitinstrument
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Neumann U67microphone
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AKG D12mic
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Neve 1073preamp
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Neve Consolechannel_strip
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The Story

"Let's Stay Together" was recorded at Royal Recording in Memphis with Willie Mitchell producing and engineering. The drum sound was captured using close-miking techniques with mics like the Neumann U67 and AKG D12, run through a Neve console. The recording approach emphasized control and punch, with minimal room ambience to create the tight, intimate sound that became a hallmark of Hi Records productions.

Production Credits

Producer: Willie Mitchell

Engineer: Willie Mitchell

Recorded at: Royal Recording, Memphis, TN

Signal Chain

Instrument: Ludwig Drum Kit

Microphone: Neumann U67

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a vintage-style Ludwig drum kit and tune the drums to achieve a warm and resonant tone.
  • Use close-miking techniques with microphones like the Neumann U67 and AKG D12 to capture the individual drum sounds.
  • Experiment with slight compression to add punch and control the dynamics of the drums.
  • Mix the drums with a focus on clarity and balance, ensuring that each element sits well within the overall mix.
  • Consider using a Neve console for EQ and compression to achieve the warm, intimate sound.

Original Gear

  • Ludwig Drum Kit(drums)
  • Neumann U67(mic)
  • AKG D12(mic)
  • Neve 1073(preamp)
  • Neve Console(channel_strip)

Substitutions & Recommendations

Gretsch Catalina Maple$600-$800

Alternative to: Ludwig Drum Kit

Offers the warm, resonant maple tone similar to vintage Ludwig kits at a budget-friendly price point

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Warm Audio WA-67$899-$999

Alternative to: Neumann U67

Tube condenser that captures the warmth and presence of the original U67 for overhead and room miking

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Electro-Voice RE20$449-$499

Alternative to: AKG D12

Dynamic mic with similar low-end response and punch characteristics for kick drum recording

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Universal Audio Neve 1073 plugin$149-$199

Alternative to: Neve Console

Provides the classic Neve preamp coloration and EQ curve that shaped the original drum sound

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Heritage Audio 1073$1,200-$1,400

Alternative to: Neve 1073 Preamp

Hardware recreation of the original 1073 circuit for authentic Neve preamp coloration on drum channels

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