* Sound Tests Samples feature coated heads unless only a clear version is available. All recordings were produced with Shure microphones.
Microphone Configurations: Snare Drum (Maple 14x4.5") - Beta 57A at slight angle to batter head, 1" from counter hoop - KSM 137 under snare drum, facing ground
Tom (Maple 12x8") - KSM 44 approximately 12" above head surface, aligned with snare drum counter hoop
Bass Drum (Maple 22x17") - Beta 98 approximately 6" off-center, facing pedal beater impact pad - KSM 32 approximately 2" off-center, 6" from resonant head
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