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around the world

red hot chili peppers

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Tone Profile

Punchy, driving rock drums with a tight, slightly dry sound, emphasizing the snare and kick drum impact. The overall vibe is energetic and propulsive, fitting the song's upbeat tempo.

Gear

DW Drumsinstrument
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AKG D112microphone
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Shure SM57mic
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The Story

The drums on "Around the World" were recorded by Jim Scott under producer Rick Rubin at Ocean Way Recording in Hollywood. Chad Smith's DW drums were captured using close-miking techniques including an AKG D112 on the kick drum and Shure SM57s on the snare, creating the tight, punchy sound. The controlled room ambience suggests the use of Ocean Way's well-treated studio spaces combined with careful microphone placement and processing.

Production Credits

Producer: Rick Rubin

Engineer: Jim Scott

Recorded at: Ocean Way Recording (Hollywood, CA)

Signal Chain

Instrument: DW Drums

Microphone: AKG D112

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a DW drum kit known for its focused and punchy sound.
  • Use close-miking techniques on each drum to capture a direct and detailed sound. A Shure SM57 on the snare and an AKG D112 on the kick are good starting points.
  • Experiment with drum dampening (e.g., Moongel) to control sustain and overtones, achieving a tighter, more focused sound.
  • Use compression sparingly to enhance the punch and impact of the kick and snare, but avoid over-compressing, which can flatten the dynamics.
  • Consider using a console or preamp with a slight saturation to add warmth and character to the drums.

Original Gear

  • DW Drums(drums)
  • Shure SM57(mic)
  • AKG D112(mic)

Substitutions & Recommendations

Pearl Export Series$500-$800

Alternative to: DW Drums

Modern birch shells provide similar punch and focus as DW drums with excellent tuning stability for tight rock tones

ReverbSweetwater
AKG D112 MkII$200-$250

Alternative to: AKG D112

Direct successor to the original D112 with the same frequency response that captures tight, defined kick drum attack

ReverbSweetwater
Shure SM57$100-$120

Alternative to: Shure SM57

Still manufactured unchanged - the exact same mic used on the original recording for snare drum capture

ReverbSweetwater
UAD Neve 1073 Collection$150-$300

Alternative to: Ocean Way Recording console

Provides the analog console warmth and saturation character of professional recording environments like Ocean Way

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DW Performance Series$1200-$2000

Alternative to: DW Drums

Same manufacturer as Chad Smith's kit with maple shells delivering the focused, punchy DW sound at a more accessible price point

ReverbSweetwater

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