Are you a fan of heavy rock music and looking to improve your mixing skills? Look no further! Today, we’re going to take a deep dive into mixing heavy rock drums with Marc Daniel Nelson, a professional mixer and producer.
In this video, Marc is mixing a track by his friend TJ Courtney, which was recorded at Dave Groves’ and the Foo Fighters’ Studio 606, with the legendary Taylor Hawkins on drums. One of the key points Marc emphasizes is the importance of finding the fundamental elements of the drum set, such as the kick drum, snare drum, and symbols, and then adding color on top of that with distortion, compression, EQ, and samples to enhance the focus point.
Marc also mentions using a specific EQ on drums, the Classic 4kb, and an expander that he likes, but cautions against pushing it too hard. He also talks about checking phase and adjusting the volume of the overheads and other elements to achieve a tighter, more powerful sound.
This is just a glimpse into the wealth of knowledge and expertise that Marc has to offer. If you’re looking to take your mixing skills to the next level, we highly recommend checking out his full course on mixing heavy rock. And for a limited time, we’re offering an introductory price of $20 OFF! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from one of the best in the business. Sign up now and take your mixing skills to new heights.
Check out Marc Daniel Nelson’s course on Mixing Heavy Rock here!