recording drums

[hugolp]

Hi!

Just one simple question.

Do u need a compressor for recording drums just after the preamp? (Like you do with vocals or other instruments). Or as the levels of the drums are not like a voice and the drum dont move, is not necesary?

Thanks

Hugo

 

[Massive Master]

A compressor is *almost* never needed during tracking - Helpful sometimes? Yes. Neccessary? That's a long, drawn-out thread in itself.

If you can get good levels on the way in without worrying about clipping, you can always compress later. However, once it's there, it's there for good if you record through it.

 

[Track Rat]

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