Unlock Unique Drum Sounds

    Tired of flat, boring drums? Berlin-based engineer and producer Manou Bouillon (Skydojo Studios) shares some of his favorite creative techniques for shaping unique and exciting drum tones. Discover how Moses Schneider, Tchad Blake, Sylvia Massy and Russell Elevado craft characterful drum sounds — through unconventional mic techniques, bold processing, and unexpected combinations. Perfect if you’re after drums with vibe, grit, and personality.

    5 videos
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    Elysia

    Adding grit to drums with the "Wurst" mic

    2m 7s
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    Mix with the Masters

    Shaping kicks with parallel distortion

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    Mix with the Masters

    More exciting drum recordings with parallel compression

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    Mix with the Masters

    Add character and depth with tape delay

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    Mix with the Masters

    Blending drum mics with parallel processing for character

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