In-depth Drum Overheads Tutorial - Mellow Cymbals and Punchy Drums

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This tutorial took a different turn when I realized how a small change in the overheads can affect the punchiness of the kick and snare.

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Overheads Made Easy is my in-depth course on drum overheads, and it's a great way to learn the foundations of a fantastic drum sound.

Free Download for All 8 Years of CSL Downloads and PDF guides:

Ribbon Mics:
AEA R88 - My standard (Stereo) drum overhead - It’s almost like cheating for drum recording
AEA N8 - Easy to use, and works on just about anything -
AEA N22 - Fantastic close mic that doesn’t get muddy -

Tom mics:
CAD m179
Audix D4

Kick and Bass Cab Mic:
RE20
M88

Snare drum mic:
Audix i5
Shure SM57
Preamps:
Warm Audio WA-412
Warm Audio TB-12
Warm Audio WA12
Warm Audio WA2A

Studio Monitors:
Focal Solo 6Be
Adam T7V

Recommended “First Mic for Any Studio”:
Shure SM7B
Use with the SM7B for a higher-end sound

Vocal Mic - Soyuz 017
Large Diaphragm Condenser - Soyuz 023
Small Diaphragm Condensers - Soyuz 013

Nice and QUIET fan for the studio -