thegibsonkid
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I use a tascam US-800 with Ableton Live 8 and Pro Tools 9. The interface has 2 stereo inputs and 6 mono inputs on the back. I have never successfully mic'd a drum set before (without just using one or two mics-doesn't sound great) and I want to know what I need to do. Sure, I could plug EACH mic cable into EACH input on the interface, creating 4 separate mic tracks (I plan on micing with 4 mics), but I know there MUST be an easier way. What would I need to do to compress the 4 mic'd tracks from the drums into a single track that combines all of them. This way, it will be much easier to manage when mixing the track. So I guess basically what I am asking is what do I need to do to mic drums besides using 4 different input tracks for each of the mics? I'm thinking maybe a small mixer with a single line out? That would just be my first guess. If anyone can help I would really appreciate it! Thanks!