Recording Metal and Rock

[twsknight]

If you just didn't realize how expensive it is to record decent sounding drums, then mabey you might want to take a different route. You say you're recording metal, most of the shit you hear is replaced or triggers. Definatly look into some triggers or drum replacing software like drumagog. It'll save you lots of money and make sure your drums are sounding top notch right away.

This is actually a really good point; I got carried away trying to help you avoid issues I had. I think some of the software out would solve most drum issues and they seem perfectly suited to modern metal. I personally wouldn't use them, but I don't play metal and I'm a drummer, so the satisfaction of capturing a real kit and getting a workable sound is more important than getting perfect drums.

Either way, good luck with it.

 

[Chibi Nappa]

Or scrap the idea of the drum mic kit and build up your own set of mics that will cover drums and everything else...

Yes. Those kits are usually for a live situation that requires tiny mics for tight spaces with fast set up time. Sound might not be at the top of the list (although some do sound great).