In Part 2 of this Sound Design Series, we will explore the use of hardware effects pedals as a means of processing drum and percussion sounds. In Part 1 of this series, we focused on computer-based effects plugins used in a Digital Audio Workstation (DAW). Computer based DAW’s along with music production software like Logic or Cubase can be steep in terms of price and learning curve. Therefore, in this month’s column, we will look at a simpler and more cost-effective alternative. All the video clips below are recorded on my secondary hybrid drum rig. This setup is intentionally built for speed and simplicity. I want the least amount of “friction” when it comes to creativity. This rig consists of percussion/drums, a Mackie VLZ-4 Mixer, a few microphones, and an iPad. My goal with this streamlined recording system is to sit down at the kit and immediately capture sounds. Anything […]

September 2022 Issue