Chorus, phasing and flanging

While modulation effects aren’t the first things that come to mind when processing drums – if, indeed, they come to mind at all – the likes of chorus, phasing and flanging can work wonders in terms of stereo widening, imbuing a sense of movement and adding spectral interest to beats of all kind.

All three of these staple studio effects involve the duplication and the Small Faces’ , while phasing was a favourite of Queen guitarist Brian May, and the ubiquitous chorus is perfectly showcased by the guitar in Nirvana’s .