Tone Profile

Raw and energetic garage rock drum sound with a tight, punchy character and vintage vibe. The kit sounds small, slightly lo-fi, and aggressively played.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The drum sound is characterized by close miking techniques, focusing on capturing the raw energy of the performance.
• Simple recording setup with minimal processing contributes to the lo-fi aesthetic.
• Likely recorded in a small room, contributing to the tight and contained sound.

Recreation Tips

• Use a small vintage drum kit or sample sounds to get a similar sonic foundation.
• Focus on close miking each drum to capture the direct sound and minimize room ambience.
• Experiment with light compression to control the dynamics without sacrificing the raw feel.
• Add a touch of saturation or tape emulation to enhance the vintage character.
• Consider using a minimal amount of reverb or room ambience to maintain the tight, punchy sound.

Recommended Gear

• Ludwig Drum Kit(drums)
• Electro-Voice RE20(mic)