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When you’re shopping for a cymbal or are in a recording studio, you’ll hear terms used to describe the sound or character of cymbals. Some of the terms aren’t immediately obvious to even long-time drummers. Here’s a list of the most common terms you’ll hear. Review it so that you can speak the same language [...]
Have you ever wondered how cast cymbals are made? And what variations there are in the process that give cymbals their unique sounds? There are some wonderful resources on the net for learning about the process. Recently I did a little research in hopes of learning more about some of the top manufacturers, and how [...]
Numerous books have been published to help engineers with the complicated and often frustrating task of recording drums. Forums have endless threads about dealing with issues such as overtones and muddy kick drum sounds. The very nature of the drumkit with its endless configurations introduces a lot of complexity to the recording process. This list [...]
The basic steps followed to tune your bass drum are no different from those used to tune any other drum. Basically you’re adjusting the tension of the heads to achieve the desired pitch. However, there are many nuances to getting the sound you want from your kick. Start With the Basics A good approach for [...]
Kit setup involves many very personal choices, because there is no perfect setup that will work for everyone. Body sizes and shapes, playing styles, and many other factors affect the placement of each element of your kit. Setting up your drumset with these factors in mind will improve your sound and keep your body healthy. [...]