Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 7 hours ago
In this video, recording engineer Tilmann Ilse takes us into his drum mix and shows how he’s using the elysia mpressor and mpressor 500 to bring energy, punch, and character to a drum kit.
He walks through his approach step by step—demonstrating how the mpressor helps him shape transients, control dynamics and enhance the natural feel of both close-miked drums and room mics, adding smack to the snare or pushing room mics for extra vibe.
If you’re curious about what the mpressor can do on drums, or how it compares to the mpressor 500 series version, this walkthrough is packed with real-world examples and creative compression tips.
🎧 Best enjoyed with headphones or studio monitors!
More information about the elysia mpressor: elysia.com/mpressor
More information about the mpressor 500: elysia.com/mpressor/#overview_mpressor_500
00:00 - Intro
00:46 - Recording Workflow
01:10 - API 500 Series Modules & Format
01:20 - mpressor|500
01:53 - Pro Tools Session
02:19 - Recording & Mixing Process
02:39 - mpressor|500 on the Drum Room
03:25 - Individual Room Sounds
03:58 - mpressor|500 Settings
04:21 - Gain Reduction Limiter
05:07 - mpressor on the Drum Bus
06:24 - Tilt EQ (Niveau Filter) Walkthrough
07:43 - Conclusion
#elysia #mpressor #mpressor500 #drummixing #compression #mixingtips #recordingengineer #audiogear #drumsound #musicproduction #drumroom
In this video, recording engineer Tilmann Ilse takes us into his drum mix and shows how he’s using the elysia mpressor and mpressor 500 to bring energy, punch, and character to a drum kit.
He walks through his approach step by step—demonstrating how the mpressor helps him shape transients, control dynamics and enhance the natural feel of both close-miked drums and room mics, adding smack to the snare or pushing room mics for extra vibe.
If you’re curious about what the mpressor can do on drums, or how it compares to the mpressor 500 series version, this walkthrough is packed with real-world examples and creative compression tips.
🎧 Best enjoyed with headphones or studio monitors!
More information about the elysia mpressor: elysia.com/mpressor
More information about the mpressor 500: elysia.com/mpressor/#overview_mpressor_500
00:00 - Intro
00:46 - Recording Workflow
01:10 - API 500 Series Modules & Format
01:20 - mpressor|500
01:53 - Pro Tools Session
02:19 - Recording & Mixing Process
02:39 - mpressor|500 on the Drum Room
03:25 - Individual Room Sounds
03:58 - mpressor|500 Settings
04:21 - Gain Reduction Limiter
05:07 - mpressor on the Drum Bus
06:24 - Tilt EQ (Niveau Filter) Walkthrough
07:43 - Conclusion
#elysia #mpressor #mpressor500 #drummixing #compression #mixingtips #recordingengineer #audiogear #drumsound #musicproduction #drumroom
