Chapter 1: Series Introduction
Chapter 2: Creating a Drum Track
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Recording a Drum Track (6:19)
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Using MIDI Grooves (9:15)
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Importing Audio & Track Analysis in Tracker (8:26)
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Tracker Adjustments for Detailed MIDI Extraction (6:37)
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Using Tracker with a Stereo Drum Track (4:04)
Chapter 3: Producing a Drum Track
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Editing MIDI Events in the Grid Editor (8:37)
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Adjusting Dynamics & Using the Power Hand Creatively (5:38)
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Manipulating Groove Complexity (3:49)
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Creative Drum Selection (10:26)
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Articulation Selection (3:46)
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Stacking & Importing Sounds for Bigger Drum Tracks (5:10)
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Level, Envelope, and Tuning Adjustments (5:25)
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Using the Velocity Gate, Velocity Curve, and Soft Hit Level (3:49)
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Mixing In Superior Drummer 3 (11:32)
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Multi-Channel Output for Mixing in a DAW (3:38)
Chapter 4: Mixing Drums with the Original Song
In this video tutorial series, Toontrack guru Luke Oswald shows how Superior Drummer 3 can be used as an all-inclusive, powerful, drum production tool. Learn how to create and produce a pro-level drum track and arrangement from start to finish, plus how to fine-tune your kit to fit the song, and mix it as well!
Everything is discussed from the perspective of producing a drum track for an existing song. In this series, Luke uses an original rock song with Bass, Acoustic Guitar, Electric Guitar And Vocals. After discussing a variety of recording options and how to create drum parts using MIDI grooves, Luke extracts MIDI from an existing drum track that was originally recorded for the included song.
He then takes this extracted MIDI and edits the performance with the Grid Editor and Edit Play Style functions of Superior Drummer 3. Luke moves on to drum selection and provides insight on what to think about when selecting your drums in order to pick the best drum sounds for the music. He also discusses stacking drums and importing samples to beef up the drum track even more.
Next, Luke works with the Level, Envelope and Tuning functions within Superior Drummer 3 in order to level out the stacked sounds and create a balanced drum track. After that, he discusses how velocity adjustments can be used to manipulate the drum performance in a variety of ways.
Once the drum track has been extracted, edited, drums have been selected and stacked, sounds have been imported and parameter adjustments have been made, Luke dives into producing the drum track even further using the Superior Drummer 3 mixer. He explains how to route instruments and add effects and uses mix preset templates to audition a variety of drum mixes and FX chains.
He then shows you how to export the MIDI performance and bounce the audio for use within a DAW. Luke then moves back into using Superior Drummer 3 and mixes the produced drum track in with the original song.
He shows how you can replace the original drum track entirely or supplement the original drum track with the drums produced within Superior Drummer 3 and also points out that even at this stage, creative adjustments can still be made to the drum track.
The series ends with a few more thoughts on drum production workflow using Superior Drummer 3 and how you can modify this workflow to fit your own production processes.
See the individual tutorial descriptions below for more info. If you’re ready to create your first pro-level drum track and arrangement, this is the series for you. Watch “Producing Drums with Superior Drummer 3” today!
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Reviews
Submitted 1 month ago
Luke's the Best!
His drum tutorials never disappoint and this one's no exception ... exactly what I needed to know to produce with SD3
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Reaper
Submitted 8 months ago
Luke's the guy!
Its what I needed. - Great performing drummer with a real insight into how to use the software creatively!
I am a: Professional, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Logic Pro, Reaper
Submitted 10 months ago
Very good tips!!
Learned quite a few things to try
Submitted 10 months ago
So far, so good!
Great tips and fundamentals!
I am a: Professional, Musician, Producer, Pro Tools
Submitted 10 months ago
Great Tutorial by Luke Scott
This course was what I was looking for to compliment the intro Superior Drummer 3 tutorial. Very easy to follow and understand!
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Sound Designer, Logic Pro, Studio One
Submitted 11 months ago
Awesome drums
I am so excited to try new superior drummer 3. I’ve been working with ezdrummer 2 and brings my creativity to whole new level.
Submitted 11 months ago
Best Superior Drummer 3 out there. Outstanding
If you have SD3, you need this tutorial. Fantastic explanation. Well spoken
I am a: Semi-Pro, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer, Ableton Live, Pro Tools, Studio One
Submitted 11 months ago
this will get you up to speed quickly..
very nice...SD 3 is an Incredible program and very deep.........this train will help you get the most out of it fast..
I am a: Hobbyist, Musician, Audio Engineer, Reaper
Submitted 11 months ago
Luke Rocks Superior Drummer 3, Again!
I purchased the first SD3 Explained series that Luke teaches and QUICKLY became very comfortable using SD3. I cannot imagine how long it would take me to learn all the features in this software. I am happy to see Luke back again. Not only is he very knowledgeable, but he has a knack for explaining the processes clearly and thoroughly. This one is a no-brainer.
I am a: Semi-Pro, Musician, Studio One
Submitted 11 months ago
Right to the point!
Perfect showcase of a professional workflow.
I am a: Professional, Musician, Producer, Audio Engineer
1. When did you start dabbling in music?
I've always had an interest in drumming from a young age and started playing in 6th grade when a family friend stored their drum set at my parents house for a summer. I started playing in church the next fall and have been playing ever since. No one had to tell me to practice, it was just something I loved to do. I just enjoyed everything that had to do with drumming.
2. What training have you had?
I studied piano at a young age, then played trumpet from elementary through middle school. I started drumming on my own at the age of 12, then switched to drumming as my main instrument in high school and went on to study in college along with Music Business. I've been teaching drums since college, both private instruction and drum clinics.
3. When did you get into recording?
When I was in middle school/high school, I was very interested in music technology. It was much different then, but I remember recording/sequencing song arrangements with music software and filming videos and editing in camera all the time. In and after college, I started learning about audio production when I was recording drums for the bands I was in. In the late 2000's I stumbled upon drum sample technology, and that changed everything for me. I started really digging into the study of audio production, recording, mixing and mastering. I started studying video production around the same time as I knew I wanted to eventually film high quality drum videos while using this sample technology.
4. People you have worked with/for?
During my time in Nashville, I studied drums with Derico Watson (Victor Wooten), Jeff Bowders (Paul Gilbert), Will Denton (Steven Curtis Chapman, LeAnn Rimes), Marcus Finnie (Kirk Whalum, India Arie) and Raymond Massey (Pearl Drums). I've recorded drums on multiple albums produced by Sadson Music Group and have played on albums with artists such as George Clinton and Samantha Ware.
5. Why are you so good at training people?
To me, teaching is as inspiring as performing. When you teach, you're forced to understand the topic at a much deeper level. I love the process of learning and improving, and to me teaching is just an extension of that process. I learn something new every time I teach anything, whether it be a drum lesson or a software tutorial. I also believe as artists we have a responsibility to pass on the knowledge that we've accumulated. You must take action and apply what you've learned to your own life, but that only goes so far. If you can take what you've learned and share it with someone else, you're giving them the opportunity to take that knowledge, nurture it and allow it to influence their own lives. Eventually, they can pass that knowledge on to someone else, and the process keeps going. You never know the impact you can have on someone simply by sharing with them what you've learned.
Products by Luke
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tutorial videoAddictive Drums 2 Advanced Vol 1
In volume one of this advanced video tutorial series, eDrum guru Luke Oswald explains a wide range of topics designed to make you a real master and addict, of XLN’s Addictive Drummer 2 virtual instrument plug-in!
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tutorial videoAddictive Drums 2 Advanced Vol 2
In volume two of this advanced video tutorial series, eDrum guru Luke Oswald covers the finer nuances, more features and functions, as well as eye-opening tips and tricks for using XLN’s Addictive Drums 2 virtual instrument!
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tutorial videoAdvanced Drumming Combinations & Patterns
In this Drumstroke™ video tutorial series, drum guru Luke Oswald lays down the groove and shows you awesome drumming combinations and patterns that you can use to spice up your drumming or drum programming!
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tutorial videoBass Drum Technique Workshop
In this Drumstroke video tutorial series, drum guru Luke Oswald reveals the steps to take to build up bionic feet when playing your kit, including speed and endurance and the ability to play what’s in your head!
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tutorial videoCreating Drum Fills & Patterns
In this Drumstroke#TM# video tutorial series, drum master Luke Oswald reveals how to create both basic and advanced drum fills and patterns, that you can apply to both real drums and programmed drums in your DAW!
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