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Old 3rd February 2009   #10
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Originally Posted by Mixbuster View Post
Thanks!
Anyhow, no matter where I place my kick mic, it sounds dull :S
Any thoughts?
Heaps of EQ on the kick drum is pretty standard procedure. If you're working with modern rock of any sort, boosts and cuts of 12db+ are not uncommon on the kick.

You can also try sticking an LDC on the outside of the kick if you really feel the need to do it without processing.

^^ all assumes your drums are tuned well and played by someone who doesn't stick the beater.
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