Here are some tips for programming drums, both for drummers and non-drummers! Malcolm Cottle and myself talk about things to pay attention to as well as some techniques to improve the authenticity and realism of programmed drums.

Malcolm, a proficient drummer and programmer himself, discusses from a drummer perspective why learning to program is such a great skill for drummers in general to have at their disposal. While real drums are great (we all love them) it's nice to be able to program drums well, and if they are done well they can then be indistinguishable in a final mix.

Programmed drums aren't a problem, it's badly programmed drums that are a problem, so make sure you aren't doing that to yourself!