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  1. Drum Mixing: Part III - Compression

    Compressors such as the LA-3A can add plenty of balance and body to a drum track Over the last couple of days, we here at PAL have been discussing certain  tips and techniques as they relate to mixing drums. As anyone that has worked with mixing and EQ can tell you, unless we can directly look at all of the...
  2. Drum Mixing: Part II - EQ

    Applying a deep mid cut at around 400 Hz will remove the 'boxy' sound of a drum mix Ah, there’s nothing quite like a properly balanced track. The only problem is, it’s easier said than done. With all of the little intricacies that can go into recording bass, guitar, vocals, etc., there are innumerable little mistakes that can be made...
  3. Drum Mixing: Part I - Finding The Right Balance

      Over the past few weeks, we here at PAL have been focusing on home studio recording guidelines as they pertain to certain instruments. We took a look at the fundamentals of recording low end frequency instruments such as an electric bass or a kick drum along with certain common problems and their solutions. We then moved on to recording...
  4. This Week in Rock History Hendrix Passes Away

    Jimi Hendrix performs during his last concert. Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images This week in rock history, Janis Joplin left Big Brother and the Holding Company, Jimi Hendrix passed away, and Radiohead released "Creep" to underwhelming results. September 21, 1968: Janis Joplin announces her departure from Big Brother and the Holding Company In 1966, Janis Joplin joined Big Brother and the...
  5. Famous Drummers and their Drum Kits

    A rock band wouldn’t be complete without a great drummer. Sometimes drummers play other instruments on the album, sing (back) vocals and co-write the songs as well. But we most appreciate those impressive drum solos. It’s a given that they value sound quality, comfort and customization. It’s time to look at the brands of their choice: Tico Torres – Bon...

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