Re: Recording VST Drum Synths
2014/05/09 16:41:34
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As other have said - it comes down to which product you're using and personal style. I use BFD2 and typically have it route into a single track, because BFD2 has a complete mixer with effects and everyting i need within the VST GUI, so if I need the snare a little higher, or want to add compression or EQ to the bass drum, I can do that in the VST GUI and not have to worry about having yet another 10-12 tracks on my overall project.
But it all depends on your preference. Having each drum / kit piece route to an individual track on your DAW does give you increased flexibility for routing to subs, etc. and makes it easer to leverage your DAW effects on individual kit pieces, but again - it all depends on your preference and whether you need those effects, vs. using what's in yoru drum VST.
Hope that helps.
Russ
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