How to Record Drums at Home: Five Different Microphone Setups

Drum sounds are an integral part of a song's production. However, recording drums at home presents its own unique challenges. Andrew provides solutions, such as microphone choice and placement.

• 0:00 - Introduction
• 0:35 - Challenges of Recording Drums at Home
• 2:15 - Many Parts, One Instrument
• 2:45 - Drum Tuning and Head Choice
• 3:25 - 1 Mic, 2 Options
• 6:00 - 2 Mics (Glyn Johns)
• 8:08 - 4 Mics (Glyn Johns w/kick & snare)
• 10:29 - 4 Mics (Spaced Pair w/kick & snare)
• 12:30 - 4 Mics (Blumlein Pair w/kick & snare)
• 13:18 - Options for Using 8 Mics
• 14:02 - Adding a Bottom Snare Mic
• 14:42 - Kick Out or HiHat?
• 15:29 - 8 Mics (w/Hi-Hat Mic)
• 16:12 - 8 Mics (w/Kick Out Mic)
• 16:54 - Takeaways