Tone Profile

The drum sound is massive and impactful, characterized by its deep, resonant bass drum and crisp, clear snare, creating a powerful foundation for the song. It is a definitive rock sound with a raw, natural, and explosive character.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The drum sound was captured in a live setting, likely with minimal dampening to allow for maximum resonance and natural room ambience.
• John Bonham's powerful playing style and unique tuning contributed significantly to the distinctive drum tone.
• Two microphones positioned for the drums: AKG D12 for bass drum and Neumann U67 as overheads.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a Ludwig drum kit, focusing on achieving a similar tuning and drum head selection as John Bonham's setup.
• Experiment with microphone placement to capture the natural room ambience and resonance of the drums.
• Use a compressor to add punch and sustain to the drum sound, but avoid over-compressing to retain the natural dynamics.
• EQ the drums to enhance the low-end frequencies of the bass drum and the high-end frequencies of the snare drum.

Recommended Gear

• Ludwig Drum Kit(drums)
• AKG D12(mic)
• Neumann U67(mic)
• Helios Console(channel_strip)