Tone Profile

Tight, punchy, and slightly compressed rock drums with a clear, defined snare and a solid kick drum presence. The overall tone aims for a blend of clarity and impact, fitting the energetic and driving nature of the song.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The drum sound was achieved by recording a Ludwig drum kit with close mics and overheads in a well-treated studio environment.
• A combination of direct and overhead mics was used to capture the full spectrum of the drum kit.
• Compression was applied during the mixing stage to enhance the punch and sustain of the drums, particularly the kick and snare.
• EQ was used to shape the individual drum sounds, emphasizing the attack of the kick and the crispness of the snare.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Ludwig drum kit or a similar kit known for its balanced and versatile sound.
• Use close mics on each drum and overhead mics to capture the overall kit sound.
• Apply compression to the kick and snare to increase their impact and sustain.
• Use EQ to shape the individual drum sounds, focusing on clarity and punch.
• Experiment with different microphone placements to find the sweet spot for each drum.

Recommended Gear

• Ludwig Drum Kit(drums)
• Neumann U87(mic)
• Urei 1176(compressor)