Tone Profile

The drums have a tight, punchy sound with a clear attack and controlled resonance, fitting perfectly within the track's upbeat and funky vibe. The overall character is clean and well-defined, contributing to the song's polished and professional sound.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The drum sound benefits from a well-damped kit, likely with careful attention to tuning and minimizing unwanted overtones.
• The kick drum sound is achieved by using blankets or pillows to dampen the resonance, ensuring a tight and controlled sound.
• Close mic'ing techniques were used on individual drum pieces like the snare and toms, capturing the attack and detail of each hit.
• Overhead microphones capture the overall kit sound and the shimmer of the cymbals. The overheads are balanced to provide a cohesive image of the kit.
• Compression was applied to tighten the drum sound, increasing the sustain and presence of each hit without sacrificing clarity.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a well-tuned drum kit with damped heads to control resonance.
• Use close miking techniques on individual drums and overhead microphones for a balanced kit sound.
• Experiment with different microphone placements to capture the desired attack and tone of each drum.
• Apply compression to individual drums and the overall drum mix to enhance punch and sustain.
• Use EQ to shape the tonal character of the drums, emphasizing clarity and presence.

Original Gear

• Rogers Drums(drums)
• AKG D12(mic)
• Shure SM57(mic)
• Neumann U87(mic)
• Zildjian Cymbals(drums)