The use of tape for controlling cymbals can be a bit controversial but it’s a hack that has been in practice for decades, used by some of the greatest drummers of all time. So how do you go about controlling various aspects of a cymbal with nothing more than tape? In this episode we cover several of our favorite approaches, demoing the difference in effect and providing a full comparison at the end.

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Signal chain:
Mics Focusrite Clarett 8Pre USB & OctoPre MacPro w/Pro Tools 12.8
Recorded at 48kHz / 24bit
Focusrite Clarett 8Pre USB
Focusrite Clarett OctoPre
Full kit: AKG C414 XLS @ Cardioid (over shoulder)
Snare drum & tom tom close mics: AKG C518
Bass drum: AKG D112 (at mic port)

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