Unit 5 – 1.2

How To Get A Punchy Kick On Every Mix

1. Choose the right kick sample. If you are having trouble making the kick come through in the mix, make sure you’ve chosen the right kick sample. …
2. Use EQ to fatten/tighten up the kick. …
3. Use Compression to make the kick punchy. …
4. Make Sure Your Kick Sample Is In Mono. …
5. Use Sidechain Compression To Give Space To Your Kick.

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Snare Drum Mic Technique

1. Distance. In order to capture the complete snare sound, place the mic a good 4 inches away from the snare to ensure you capture the whole drum sound. …
2. Keep safe from stick hits. The SM57’s black swivel windscreen was never designed to be hit with drum sticks

7 Quick Tips for Recording Great Amp Sounds

1. Put the mic directly on the cabinet. To get an in-your-face sound, try taking a classic Shure SM57 and jamming it right on the cabinet, just to the right or left of the cone’s center. …
2. Axis, Bold as Tone. …
3. Change your tubes. …
4. Use more than one mic. …
5. Compress the room. …
6. Use wide panning