Noam Wallenberg demonstrates the Glyn Johns technique combined with aggressive processing to craft characterful drum overheads.
He uses the Schoeps V4 U over the kit and the Shure SM57 from the side of the drums. Both microphones are sculpted with EQ to add body and remove sub frequencies, creating space for the kick drum. Distortion is applied using a Decapitator from Soundtoys and Satin from u-he, adding crunch and smoothing transients, while parallel compression with the Soundtoys Devil-Loc Deluxe enhances weight and sustain.
The use of mismatched microphones and varied processing on each side creates a distinctive stereo image, with intentional differences in distortion levels contributing to dynamic panning effects. This approach, inspired by Tchad Blake's mixing style, results in a drum sound that is both vibrant and full of character.