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Wouldn’t it be great to be able to place a few spot mics on your kit and call it a day? Unfortunately, that’s not how it works. No matter how much effort you put into setting up close mics, the sound will never be “unified” without overhead mics.

Kick drum mics are the unsung heroes of any great drum recording. They're essential in capturing that booming, rich, low-frequency punch that acts as the heartbeat of a song. Whether you're setting up for a live performance, recording in a professional studio, or laying down tracks in your home setup, the right kick drum mic can make a world of difference in the quality of your sound.

The Decca Tree was first used in the 1950s by engineers Roy Wallace and Arthur Haddy at Decca Records, who were looking for a way to capture the sound of a large orchestra in a natural and realistic way.