PUREMIX Jacquire King Episode 2 Dialing In The Drum Sounds

Now that Jacquire and the team have a plan and the drum mics in place, it's time to get drum sounds.

In this episode, watch as Jacquire and his assistants Danny and Kolton line check the drums and dial in the sounds.

See how Jacquire King:

Line check the drums
Explain why audience perspective versus drummer's perspective
When to use line input versus mic input on a preamplifier
Tune the drums to the key of the song
Explain their equalization choices
Dials in a distressor on the snare drum
Check the phase relationship across multiple microphones
Break down their approach to a dirtier mono overhead drum microphone
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