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Tone Profile

The drum sound in "Linger" is characterized by its natural, roomy ambience, providing a spacious and airy feel. It features a balanced kit with a focus on clear snare and warm tom tones.

Gear

Ludwig Drum Kitinstrument
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Neumann U47microphone
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AKG C414mic
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Shure SM57mic
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The Story

The drums on "Linger" were recorded at Windmill Lane Studios in Dublin with producer Stephen Street. The session captured Fergal Lawler's Ludwig drum kit using multiple microphones including Neumann U47, AKG C414, and Shure SM57 microphones. The natural studio acoustics at Windmill Lane contributed significantly to the spacious, roomy ambience that characterizes the drum sound.

Production Credits

Producer: Stephen Street

Engineer: Unknown

Recorded at: Windmill Lane Studios, Dublin

Signal Chain

Instrument: Ludwig Drum Kit

Microphone: Neumann U47

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a well-tuned drum kit, focusing on a balanced sound across the snare, kick, and toms.
  • Experiment with microphone placement to capture a natural and spacious drum sound.
  • Use overhead microphones to capture the room ambience and blend with close mics for a balanced sound.
  • Apply gentle compression to the drum tracks to maintain dynamics while ensuring they sit well in the mix.

Original Gear

  • Ludwig Drum Kit(drums)
  • Neumann U47(mic)
  • AKG C414(mic)
  • Shure SM57(mic)

Substitutions & Recommendations

Warm Audio WA-47$800-$900

Alternative to: Neumann U47 tube microphone

Tube-based large diaphragm condenser that captures the warm, vintage character of the U47 for overhead and room miking

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AKG C414 XLII$1000-$1100

Alternative to: AKG C414 condenser microphone

Modern version of the classic C414 with the same clear, detailed sound perfect for drum overheads and room ambience

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Shure SM57$100-$120

Alternative to: Shure SM57 dynamic microphone

The exact same microphone still in production, ideal for close-miking snare drums with punchy midrange character

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Ludwig Classic Maple$1200-$2500

Alternative to: Ludwig drum kit

Modern Ludwig kit with similar warm, balanced tone characteristics as vintage Ludwig kits from the early 90s

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Valhalla VintageVerb$50-$60

Alternative to: Studio room ambience at Windmill Lane

Can recreate the natural, spacious room reverb character with vintage algorithms that match early 90s studio acoustics

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