Mic-ing the Toms
Micing the tom toms are pretty straight forward provided you have enough room to place them, while keeping out of the drummers way. I like to use the Sennheiser MD421 mics. They give you a nice warm mellow… Read More
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Overhead Drum Microphones
Recording engineers pick microphones depending on many different reasons, such as: • what you’re recording • where you’re recording • available mic selection • For overhead mic-ing you can’t go wrong with a good pair of pencil condenser… Read More
More Drum Mic-ing Tips
When tracking drums it’s a good idea to take pics of the kit throughout the process so you’ll have a visual reference later on. Sometimes things can get moved & switched around, & if that happens be sure… Read More
What is your most important piece of gear?
Some say it’s the mic pre-amp. Others might say the microphone or the speakers. When you get right down to it the most important piece of studio gear is your EARS. Hearing the tones, the balance of the… Read More
Mastered by Great Mix Recording
Check out our latest mastering project – a talented electronica band from Chicago – The Guardians is an electronic fusion project led by songwriter / producer, Frank De La Mora & vocalist / lyricist Jessica Rodriguez in conjunction… Read More