Your drum recordings don’t sound as good as they should.
I’ll show you exactly how to record drums that sound clear, punchy, and professional—using what you already have.
Too much ring. Too much sustain. Not enough control. If your drum recordings sound more like a live room than a record, this free lesson is for you. Learn the damping techniques professionals use to get a focused, studio-ready sound — without killing the life of the drum.
This is a complete lesson from The Fundamentals of Recording Drums at Home — shared here, free, no signup required.
Taming The Tone
CHOOSE YOUR PATH
The snare drum is the heartbeat of any recording — and getting it right changes everything. This course covers tuning, head selection, mic placement, phase, and polarity — a clear guide you can return to whenever you want to refine your results.
This isn't a course you finish and forget. Built as a long-term resource for anyone serious about recording drums at a high level — something you can revisit whenever you want to reinforce your foundation.
Build a strong foundation for recording drums at home, then go deeper into the details that shape your sound. This bundle combines both courses for big-picture workflow and precision technique. Get the full bundle for $299 or choose the payment plan.
30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee — if it's not right for you, I'll refund you, no questions asked.
TESTIMONIALS
“I thoroughly enjoyed the course!”
— PJ Muller“I’m really impressed with this course! The sound, the visuals, and the thoughtfully chosen chapters are top-notch. I’ve already learned a lot and I’m sure many others will too!”
— Thomas Nussbaum“Your presentation is the best I’ve seen so far! I can only imagine the time you’ve put into it. Job well done!”
— Mark Edwards
Meet Brad
With over 30 years of experience as a professional drummer, composer, and audio engineer, Brad's work has found a home on some of the world's most recognized networks — including HBO Max, TLC, Apple TV+, Discovery+, and Univision. He knows what professional drum recordings sound like because he makes them for a living. Recording Drums With Brad exists for one reason — to bridge the gap between how you play and how you sound in a recording.
Get Your Free PDF — The Open & Resonant Drums Checklist
Want to know the exact steps to getting an open and resonant drum sound before you ever hit record? Sign up for the Recording Drums With Brad email list and I'll send it straight to your inbox — completely free.
