Layers of the Kick Drum (Triple Threat Quick Tip)
Most beginning producers don't realize that the kick drum is made up of more than just low frequencies. The character of the kick comes alot from how the click (or snap) of the sound is made, which in some ways mimics the beater on the head of the drum.
Some producers craft their kick drums using the low freqs of one kick, combined with the high freqs of another kick. Basically layering them together to get the desired sound.
Todays quick tip is just an introduction to these concepts, as well as showing you the kick instrument I use to achieve the sound I want.
Enjoy!
Zion :)
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