drums from “song 2” by blur | ToneDB
song 2
blur
drums
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Tone Profile
The drums in "Song 2" are characterized by their raw, energetic, and impactful sound, contributing to the song's overall aggressive and anthemic feel. The drum sound is punchy and driving, with a slightly distorted and compressed tone that cuts through the mix.
Gear
- Premier Drum Kitinstrument
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- Neumann U47microphone
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- Empirical Labs Distressorprocessing
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The Story
The drums in Blur's "Song 2" were recorded at Mayfair Studios in London, produced by Stephen Street. The kit was miked with Neumann U47s and processed through an Empirical Labs Distressor compressor. The sound utilized both close-miking and room microphones to capture the aggressive, punchy character that drives the track.
Production Credits
Producer: Stephen Street
Engineer: John Smith
Recorded at: Mayfair Studios, London
Signal Chain
Instrument: Premier Drum Kit
Microphone: Neumann U47
Processing: Empirical Labs Distressor
Recreation Tips
- Start with a well-tuned drum kit and experiment with different microphone placements to capture the desired balance of direct and ambient sound.
- Use a compressor to add punch and sustain to the drum tracks, and consider adding a subtle distortion effect to enhance their aggression.
- Experiment with different EQ settings to sculpt the drum sound and ensure it sits well in the mix.
Original Gear
- Premier Drum Kit(drums)
- Neumann U47(mic)
- Empirical Labs Distressor(compressor)
Substitutions & Recommendations
Alternative to: Neumann U47 tube microphone
Tube-based large diaphragm condenser that captures the warm, full-bodied drum sound similar to the U47's character
ReverbSweetwaterAlternative to: Empirical Labs Distressor
Digital compressor plugin that emulates the aggressive, colorful compression character of the Distressor for that punchy drum sound
ReverbSweetwaterAlternative to: Empirical Labs Distressor
The exact same compressor model used on the original recording, providing the authentic aggressive compression character
ReverbSweetwaterAlternative to: Premier drum kit
Mid-range drum kit with similar birch/poplar shells that can deliver the punchy, aggressive sound when properly tuned and processed
ReverbSweetwaterAlternative to: Room microphone ambience
Reverb plugin that can recreate the studio room ambience and liveliness that contributes to the overall drum character
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