Should bass follow kick drum?

In very general terms, the bass should follow the kick, and that can mean anything from the two sounds literally landing at the same time, note for note, to the bassline weaving around the kick drum, each one filling the low-frequency void created when the other isn’t present, to a combination of the two.

How do you compress a bass and kick together?

This trick works well if the kick is getting drowned by the bass part. Add a compressor to the bass and sidechain it to the kick. Now dial in 2-3dB of gain reduction every time the kick hits. Start with a fast attack (below 50ms) and medium release (around 200ms).

Is bass drum same as kick drum?

Kick drums are also known as bass drums—but they’re distinct from the type of bass drums used in classical music ensembles. Orchestral bass drums tend to be far larger than drum kit bass drums.

Do bass and drums work together?

A strong relationship between bass and drums is the foundation to every great band. Good communication between bass and drums is one of the most important factors in any band. Every drummer and bassist play differently, so learning how to connect and adapt your playing style to lock in with each other is key.

Should you sidechain bass to kick?

Sidechain Compression Is The Solution The idea behind sidechain compression is that you briefly lower the volume of your bass part whenever the kick drum comes in. That gets the bass out of the way for just long enough to hear at least the attack of the kick drum clearly.

How do you sidechain a bass kick?

Here’s how to set up sidechain compression.

1. Insert a compressor onto the bass track (select a compressor with a sidechain or key input).
2. Select the kick drum audio as the sidechain input.
3. Adjust the threshold and ratio controls so that the bass is compressed by the desired amount whenever the kick drum hits.