[killahertz]

I make drum n bass music that is based on sampled loops of 70's era funk "breakbeats"(an area in the record where just the drum groove is paying) a lot of these loops they come from old vinyl are not as hi fi or as versatile as i might like. I have reviewed lots of sample cds trying to achieve this sound but most seem to sound way to hifi and are more akin to to rock then funk. So i am looking for advice as to how I can use a session drum to achieve my own custom library. What kind of equipment, mics, kits techniques, drum tunings, rooms, etc... should I try. Its come to my attention that most drums back then were recorded with just 1 or 2 mics and used mostly the room sound. Mono is fine for me as well if thats going to add to the sound. If anyone could help to enlighten me it would much appreciated
thanks,
dave

p.s. examples are
the winstons - amen brother
james brown - funky drummer