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Drum Science - Part 3 | Podcast

Mic positions for recording

In the final part of this series, Rob Toulson focuses on mic techniques for recording drums and talks us through the issue of frequency cancellation in a multiple mic setup, details how to choose the recording sweet spot in a room and explains the various stereo mic options that are available including the famous Glyn Johns technique.

Published December 2023
Professor Rob Toulson
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Drum Science - Part 2 | Podcast

Optimising drums for recording

Rob Toulson explains how to optimise the drum sound for recording by experimenting with drum head, damping system, tuning and drum shell combinations.

Published November 2023
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Drum Science - Part 1 | Podcast

The Science of Drum Sound

In Part 1, we look at the key principles of drum acoustics and discuss some scientific aspects of drums with respect to making music and creative recording projects.

Published October 2023