The best mic'ing techniques can produce a terrible sound if you have phase problems.  Phase problems can occur when you double-mic the toms, have vocal microphones that pick up instruments or amps, or for other reasons as well.  Correcting for phase issues can come in a number of ways, from digital mixing consoles to the little gray box from Radial called the Phazer. It all started at Gearfest.  Wondering around the Sweetwater cafeteria with my bottled water and my pulled-pork sandwich, I [keep reading]