Part of having a great mix is keeping the energy and dynamic interesting from section to section. One simple way to do that in the chorus or bridge of your song is to simply automate a volume boost on the drum overhead mics. The increase in cymbal wash and overall kit presence brings an edge of energy and excitement to the mix.
Change The Balance To Change The Energy
All we are doing by automating a volume change on the drum overhead tracks is changing the balance among the drum mics. You already have the balance set where you like it, but this small change in balance (in the chorus let’s say) can completely change the energy of the track. No plugins needed!
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Awesome – I could totally hear the difference. Thanks for the tip! I’m loving this series – telling all my home recording friends about it.
Just what Brian said
very grateful!
This might be my favorite tip so far! Love this one!
Thanks guys. Glad I can help!
Another trick from Andy Wallace is to increase the tempo in the chorus with a few bmp (1 – 2 bpm faster).
BTW, Graham – your series is awesome! A kind of encyclopedia for the homerecording artist!
Thanks so much Graham for all these incredible tips. You’re really giving us the ‘tools’ to bring about a recording revolution!
Glad I could help!