Tone Profile

The drum sound in "Rosanna" is characterized by its tight, punchy attack, and controlled sustain. It has a balanced blend of clarity and warmth, fitting perfectly within the song's polished production.

Production Credits

Signal Chain

Recording Notes

• The drum sound was achieved by using a combination of close miking and distant room mics to capture both the attack and the ambience of the kit.
• Multiple microphones were used on the kick drum, including an AKG D12 inside and a Neumann U47 positioned slightly outside to capture the low-end rumble.
• Shure SM57 microphones were used on the snare drum to capture its crisp attack and tight response.
• The recording took place at Studio 55 in Los Angeles.
• The drums were heavily compressed and gated to achieve the tight and punchy sound.

Recreation Tips

• Start with a well-tuned Ludwig drum kit, focusing on a tight snare and punchy kick.
• Experiment with microphone placement, using close mics for attack and room mics for ambience.
• Use compression and gating to shape the drum sounds, focusing on a tight and punchy sound.
• Pay attention to the balance between the close mics and room mics to achieve the desired ambience.

Recommended Gear

• Ludwig Drum Kit(drums)
• AKG D12(mic)
• Neumann U47(mic)
• Shure SM57(mic)