Tone Profile

A bombastic and thunderous drum sound, known for its natural room ambience and powerful attack. It's a raw, energetic, and larger-than-life sound, characteristic of John Bonham's playing style and the recording techniques used at Headley Grange.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The drums were recorded in the large, resonant space of Headley Grange, utilizing the natural acoustics of the environment.
• Microphones were placed at a distance from the kit to capture the room sound, contributing to the overall ambience and spaciousness of the recording.
• The stairwell at Headley Grange was used as a natural echo chamber, enhancing the reverb and sustain of the drums.
• The recording techniques aimed to capture the raw energy and power of John Bonham's playing style, emphasizing the impact and dynamics of his performance.

Recreation Tips

• To recreate this sound, prioritize capturing a natural and spacious room ambience.
• Experiment with microphone placement, positioning mics further away from the kit to capture the room's natural reverb.
• Consider using a large, resonant space with high ceilings to emulate the acoustics of Headley Grange.
• Use minimal processing to retain the raw and natural character of the drum sound, focusing on capturing the instrument's inherent tone and dynamics.

Recommended Gear

• Ludwig Drum Kit(drums)
• Neumann U67(mic)