Do you compress toms?
Toms don’t really need a lot of compression in order for them to sit well in a mix. But that will all depend on the dynamic range of the toms. A slow attack time of about 10ms and a medium to long release time will work well. A ratio of 4:1 or less is good and a gain reduction of about -4dB.
How do you EQ tom toms?
Add the Lows – Since every tom has a different diameter, their fullness frequencies differ. Floor toms sound full when boosted at lower frequencies, at 80 ö 100 Hz for instance, while smaller toms need boosting at closer to 250 Hz. Sweep around until you find the sweet spot to boost.
How do I compress a tom?
Ratio – Set the ratio to around 6:1. By cranking up the ratio you bring up the power of the toms. A ratio of 6:1 isn’t extremely high so that you won’t notice the sucking sound of too much compression but it is enough to give your toms a powerful sound.
Why do my TOMS sound so bad?
Tom recordings can often feel weak due to poor recording spaces and microphone placements. Toms that feel weak can be caused by poor recording techniques, a bad room, and inappropriate mic selection. Luckily, there are many mixing techniques you can use to save poor tom recordings.
What pitch should my Toms be?
What pitch should you tune to? Although it’s possible to tune drums to specific pitches, most drummers tune in relation to the other drums in the set. Toms are usually tuned a fourth apart (the first two notes of “Here Comes the Bride”).
How do I stop my toms from ringing?
1. Use Dampening to Prevent Ringing. Your best bet is to use a mechanical solution, like dampening rings, to prevent ringing. Dampening rings are rings of plastic that sit on top of your drumheads; they work to attenuate upper harmonic frequency content and reduce sustain level.
What do snare weights do?
The Snareweight gives you flexible snare drum dampening, for a fatter, warmer, and more controlled drum sound. Quickly adjustable and removable, the Snareweight is a very versatile way to have consistent control over your snare drum sound. These devices are designed to muffle your snare.
