| You could also create a drum "ducker" by side chaining the overheads with the snare and kick. Also, automating the overheads can begin to clean things up. Combine these with de-essing and you'll probably salvage your recording.
The side chain thing is pretty useful if the high hat is the main offender.
Also, there was some mention of mic technique, don't forget headphone mix technique too! it's not against the rules to run the overheads hot in the cans to help the drummer lay of them a bit.
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