Tone Profile

The drums have a lo-fi, dry, and slightly compressed sound, with a vintage feel. The kit is simple and somewhat muffled, contributing to the overall hazy atmosphere of the track.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The drums were likely recorded in a small, untreated room to achieve the lo-fi sound.
• Close miking techniques were used, likely with minimal room ambience.
• Compression was applied to enhance the punch and control the dynamics.
• The use of older, potentially less-than-perfectly-maintained drums may contribute to the character of the sound.
• A slightly muffled sound could be achieved through dampening techniques, such as using tea towels or wallets on the drums.
• It's reported that Mac DeMarco often uses unconventional recording setups and may have employed a minimal miking setup.

Recreation Tips

• Use a vintage or vintage-sounding drum kit, preferably one with a slightly smaller size.
• Dampen the drums to reduce sustain and create a more controlled sound.
• Use a dynamic microphone, such as a Shure SM57, close to the snare and kick drum.
• Apply compression to the drum tracks to increase punch and reduce dynamic range.
• Add a touch of tape saturation or a similar effect to emulate the warmth of analog recording.
• Record in a small, untreated room or use room simulation to create a close, intimate sound.

Original Gear

• Tama Imperial Star(drums)
• Shure SM57(mic)