Key Points

• Mic selection and placement comes first
• The drummer's ability to mix themselves before the mics is huge
• Think about micing the entire kit, not just the cymbals
• Soloed overheads should sound good by themselves! If they don't, reach for placement before you reach for EQ.

Pro tip: using darker cymbals will allow you to more aggressively brighten overheads if needed, bringing presence to the snare and toms as well.

Gear in this video

• Console: Yamaha TF5

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