drums from “a forest” by the cure | ToneDB

a forest

the cure

drums

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Tone Profile

The drum sound is defined by its cavernous reverb and slightly muffled attack, creating a sense of space and depth. It's both powerful and atmospheric, contributing significantly to the song's haunting mood.

Production Credits

Producer: Mike Hedges

Engineer: Mike Hedges

Recorded at: Morgan Studios, London

Signal Chain

Instrument: Tama Superstar

Processing: Boss CE-1

Recording Notes

  • The drums were recorded in a studio environment with attention to capturing a large, reverberant sound.
  • Significant reverb was added to the drum tracks to create a sense of vastness and distance.
  • The use of gated reverb may have been employed to shape the decay of the reverb, adding to the percussive and somewhat unnatural character of the drums.
  • Likely close-mic'd and room mic'd for blend.

Recreation Tips

  • Start with a dry drum recording, focusing on a tight, punchy sound.
  • Experiment with different reverb plugins or hardware units to find a suitable cavernous reverb. A plate reverb or hall reverb can work well.
  • Use a gate to control the decay of the reverb, creating a more abrupt and rhythmic effect.
  • Consider using EQ to shape the reverb, cutting some of the low-end rumble and boosting the high-end for a brighter, more ethereal sound.

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