Drum recording is one of the most exciting things ever; it's a form of art. Find out how these microphones can make your drum sound easily stand out.
Bass drum mics
The bass or kick drum is a prominent instrumental element in most songs. It's the kick drum that will make people dance. Here are recommendations from our product line for a superb bass drum sound:
DTP 340 REX
- Dynamic instrument microphone
- Switchable sound characteristics
- Cardioid polar pattern
DTP 640 REX
- Dual-element instrument microphone
- Dynamic and condenser capsule in one housing
- Three switchable sound characteristics
- Cardioid polar pattern
Tom mics
Especially with modern studio productions and for a distinct live sound, you may want to aim for an isolated tom sound without spill from other parts of the drum kit. For the floor tom, we recommend the:
DTP 340 REX
- Dynamic instrument microphone
- Switchable sound characteristics
- Cardioid polar pattern
Overhead mics
Overhead microphones record the cymbals, but also the whole drum set. Typically we use condenser mics for overheads. Small diaphragm condenser microphones typically sound more true to the source, and due to the lighter weight easier to put into position. Large-diaphragm microphones provide a fuller and bigger sound. Small diaphragm:
LCT 040 Match
- Perfectly matched stereo pair
- Well-balanced sound with pleasant high-end
- Durable and light aluminum housing
- Cardioid polar pattern
Large diaphragm:
LCT 640 TS
- 1" multi-pattern studio microphone
- Full, crisp, and well-balanced sound
- Revolutionary Dual Output Mode
- POLARIZER plugin to create any pattern after the fact
- Stereo capabilities
Summary
The right microphone will make drum recording an exciting adventure rather than an uphill battle. We hope this article helped to narrow down your choice. But always remember there are no hard rules. TRUST YOUR EARS!
Based on materials from www.lewitt-audio.com
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