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Originally posted by BattleAngel
I've never found synthesized drums or what have you ever sound even remotely as good as the real thing... that is, if the part is supposed to sound real. If you go for a "this is a programmed drum part" sound, I think that's great. I'd actually like to go more in that direction. |
It all depends on the sample...just like selecting a certain kit when trying to mic-up a live drummer. Every snare has a different sound and the chain of electronics you use to record them with.
We prefer the Kurzweil systems..the rack has 10 outputs and we individually seperate every "piece of the kit" at our board. SO we spend considerable time with the >> Eq >>>the ring of the sample >>>the placement of the sound in the mix , etc. And can easily call that kit up in the future, since every thing is automated. I started playing drums before the Beatles hit the stage on Ed Sullivan......carried those kits around large outdoor shows(many times twice a day)....Casino circuit....Wally Heider Studios (SF)...etc. Spent my time placing those mics and making them sound good on 2 in tape at home.......But I welcomed the digital world with a open ear in 1980~~~~~~~and have not turned back yet.
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