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Chris Barber
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Dec '20
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Fernando Moreno
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Mar '23
520
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Christiano Galvão
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Jul '23
340
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Sérgio da Silva
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Sep '23
320
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Horacio París
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Dec '23
300
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Drummer
Pedro Fonte
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April '24
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Violinist

Jean-Philippe de Passos
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Mar '24
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Guitarist

Richard Watson
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Mar '24
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Beat Maker

Keira McKenna
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Mar '24
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Drummer

Pedro Fonte
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April '24
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Violinist

Nisa Addina
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April '24
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Audio Engineer

Guilherme Medeiros
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April '24
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Mastering Engineer

Luiz Tornaghi
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Jul '21
2000
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Vocalist

Marta Garrett
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Dec '20
1880
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Guitarist

Vitaliy Tkachuk
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Feb '21
1620
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Guitarist

Davi Mello
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Jan '21
1580
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Beat Maker

Devin Malloy
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Mar '21
1465
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Keys Player

James Graham
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Oct '20
1460
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Bassist

Pablo Arruda
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Feb '21
1425
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Drummer

Chris Barber
Since
Dec '20
1400
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Percussionist

João Paulo Drumond
Since
Sep '21
1260
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Keys Player

Antônio Guerra
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Apr '21
1220
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Bassist

Bruno Migliari
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Oct '21
1210
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Winds Player

Yuri Villar
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Dec '20
1110
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Cellist

Ben Trigg
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Sep '22
1060
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Keys Player

Felipe Ribeiro
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Mar '21
1010
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Vocalist

Clare Dove
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Jan '22
980
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Winds Player

Samuel da Silva
Since
Mar '21
875
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Producer

Pedro Araújo
Since
Apr '21
864
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Violinist

Damian Bolotin
Since
Mar '21
790
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Mixing Engineer

Henrique Vilhena
Since
Apr '21
700
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Beat Maker

Khai Zhen Yap
Since
Sep '23
600
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Guitarist

Gabor Udvarhelyi
Since
Oct '21
520
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Drummer

Fernando Moreno
Since
Mar '23
520
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Bassist

André Vasconcellos
Since
Jul '23
500
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Guitarist

Pedro Silveira
Since
Jul '23
430
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Guitarist

Matias Tozzola
Since
Aug '23
400
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Drummer

Christiano Galvão
Since
Jul '23
340
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Trumpeter

Bence Táborszky
Since
Nov '21
320
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Drummer

Sérgio da Silva
Since
Sep '23
320
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Cellist

Emanuel Pavon
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Nov '23
305
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Mastering Engineer

Luciano Vassão
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Aug '23
300
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Audio Engineer

Dmitry Babkin
Since
Sep '23
300
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Keys Player

Taras Kuznetsov
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Oct '23
300
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Drummer

Horacio París
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Dec '23
300
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Vocalist

Ben Botfield
Since
Mar '22
270
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Trombonist

Karl Lyden
Since
Oct '22
250
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Producer

João Bittencourt
Since
Nov '23
250
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Violinist

Nikos Mavridis
Since
Nov '23
162
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Vocalist

Dorothy Takev
Since
Dec '23
135
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Trombonist

Jonas Hocherman
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Oct '23
120
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Vocalist

Joe Bills
Since
Feb '24
100
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Keys Player

Josué González
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Jan '24
85
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Cellist

George Crotty
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Jan '24
80
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Mixing Engineer

Nuno Fernandes
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Apr '23
60
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Will hiring a Session Drummer be a good fit for my music?

Hiring a session drummer can significantly enhance the quality and impact of your music, regardless of your genre or style. Session drummers bring a unique blend of skill, creativity, and versatility to the table, enabling them to adapt to your musical vision and elevate your tracks to new heights. Whether you're producing rock, pop, jazz, hip-hop, or any other genre, a skilled session drummer can provide the rhythmic foundation and energy needed to bring your compositions to life. With their extensive experience and musical intuition, session drummers can add depth, dynamics, and emotion to your recordings, ensuring that every beat resonates with listeners and enhances the overall impact of your music.

What are the main benefits of hiring Session Drummers remotely?

Choosing Musiversal's session drummers offers several distinct advantages:

Authenticity: Live drum recordings capture the organic energy and feel of a real drummer, infusing your music with a sense of spontaneity and vitality that programmed beats simply can't replicate.

Professionalism: Our session drummers are seasoned professionals with years of experience performing and recording across various genres and styles. They possess the technical skill and musical sensitivity needed to deliver exceptional performances consistently, ensuring that your recordings meet the highest standards of quality and precision.

Convenience: With Musiversal's remote recording platform, you can collaborate with top-tier session drummers from anywhere in the world, eliminating the need for costly studio bookings and travel expenses. Our streamlined process allows you to book sessions, communicate with drummers, and receive high-quality recordings promptly, all from the comfort of your own home or studio.

Flexibility: Whether you need a tight backbeat, intricate fills, or dynamic percussion arrangements, our session drummers can tailor their playing to suit your specific musical requirements and preferences. From subtle grooves to explosive rhythms, they can bring your creative vision to life with skill and precision.

Value: Accessing professional drum tracks has never been more affordable. With Musiversal's subscription model, you gain unlimited access to our roster of talented session drummers at a fixed monthly rate, providing exceptional value for your music production needs.

Typically, how much do Session Drummers cost to hire?

The cost of hiring session drummers can vary depending on factors such as experience, expertise, and geographic location. In traditional studio settings, hourly rates for session drummers typically range from $100 to $500 or more, with additional fees for studio rental and production services. However, with Musiversal's subscription model, you can access highly skilled session drummers at a fixed monthly rate, offering significant cost savings compared to traditional hiring methods. Our transparent pricing structure ensures that you know exactly what to expect, with no hidden fees or surprises.

What should I expect in a remote Drums recording session?

During a remote drums recording session with Musiversal, you can expect a seamless and collaborative process designed to bring your musical vision to life. Our experienced session drummers will work closely with you to understand the mood, tempo, and feel of your music, ensuring that their performances align with your creative vision. Our drummers usually knock it out of the park in one or two takes, so expect to be blown away and have plenty of time for punch-ins and overdubs! With real-time communication and high-quality audio streaming, you can provide feedback, request adjustments, and direct the recording process in real time, all from the comfort of your own environment. After the session, you'll receive high-fidelity recordings promptly, from every mic position, ready to integrate into your projects.

Which files will I receive after my remote recording session for Drums?

After your remote Drums session, you'll receive high-fidelity files encompassing every recorded take. Additionally, for each take, you'll receive individual stem files captured from each microphone meticulously set up in the session drummer's studio (usually more than 10 mics for our drum roster musicians!). These stem files, delivered in .wav format, offer you utmost flexibility and control over your recordings. Moreover, if you need assistance with tasks such as comping, editing, mixing, or mastering your drum files, rest assured that these services are readily available and included as part of the Musiversal Unlimited subscription, ensuring a seamless and comprehensive music production experience.

How should I prepare for my first remote Drums session?

Preparing for your remote Drums session is really straightforward - simply provide a backing track or demo for the drummer to play along with. While a chords chart or song structure with lyrics can be helpful, it's not mandatory. Our Drummers are world-class and adept at adapting to different musical styles with varying levels of preparation.

How does Musiversal recruit Session Drummers?

At Musiversal, we're dedicated to recruiting top-tier talent, including skilled session drummers with a passion for music and a commitment to excellence. Our recruitment process is rigorous and selective, ensuring that every session drummer on our platform possesses the necessary skills, experience, and professionalism to deliver outstanding recordings consistently. We evaluate candidates based on their musical proficiency, technical expertise, communication skills, and ability to adapt to remote recording environments. Through a combination of auditions, interviews, and performance assessments, we handpick session drummers who meet our stringent criteria and share our commitment to quality and creativity.

How do I book a Remote Drums recording session with Musiversal?

Booking a remote drums recording session with Musiversal is simple and straightforward. Log in to our platform, browse our curated selection of talented session drummers, and choose the artist that best fits your musical style and preferences. Select your desired date and time, provide basic track information, and specify any additional requirements or preferences you may have. Once your booking is confirmed, you'll receive all the necessary details and instructions to prepare for your session. With Musiversal, you can enjoy professional drum recordings without the hassle of traditional studio bookings or travel arrangements, all from the comfort of your own space.

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