A punchy kick drum isn’t about EQ or compression alone — it’s about understanding three frequency zones and how each one contributes to the feel of the kick.
Parallel compression gives you punch and sustain at the same time. Here’s how it works, when to use it, and the one mistake that kills the effect.
Your drums sound muffled and weak — and your compressor’s attack setting is probably the reason. Here’s exactly how to fix it.