Mix bus processing can be intimidating and can make or break a mix. Certain processes, such as EQ, can help tremendously in polishing and finalizing a mix. When it comes to EQing the mix bus, there...

Cymbals come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and configurations. Let's look at two of the most common cymbals in the drumming world: the ride cymbal and the China cymbal. Both cymbals have...

As part of My New Microphone's series of analyses on percussion instruments, we'll be assessing two cymbals that are staples in virtually any drum kit today: the ride cymbal and the hi-hat. These...

Pianos and keyboards fill lots of different roles in various genres and songs. It is sometimes necessary to utilize EQ when mixing these instruments. When it comes to EQing piano and keyboard...

Drum overhead mics (along with room mics) are important for capturing the holistic sound of drum and percussion kits, especially in studio recordings. Getting the overheads right and mixing them...

The cymbal market is heavily assorted, making some aspiring drummers feel intimidated by the number of choices available. Two particular types of cymbals stand out due to their similar use case: the...