
Need some killer drum parts for your songs? I will gladly handle any task within the heavier spectrum of music. From the slowest doom to the most schizophrenic beats you can think of, I’m here for you.
Hi! I'm currently the drummer of The Voynich Code (Deathcore/Technical Death Metal) and I have been playing and working with lots of artists from different genres and backgrounds both live and in the studio for the last +10 years. Although I’m full-time dedicated to the heavy music scene, I have a degree in Jazz and Modern Music, which broad my musical horizons and helped me to develop my own style of playing and a solid technique, while boosting my creativity and deepening my knowledge in music.
The services I offer at SoundBetter as a drummer are composition, recording and editing.
My studio, located in Almada on the south bay of Lisbon, is perfect for my drumming endeavors. Having a very versatile recording room, great gear and a super comfortable environment, I have the perfect conditions to deliver high end tracks!
In case you would rather go with programmed drums, I'll write the parts as I would play them giving them an organic, humane and dynamic feel. Since I have a vast collection of some of the best drum libraries and samples, I'll provide you with incredible professional stems that will fit your mix like a glove.
Looking forward to work with you!
Send me a note through the contact button above.
56 Reviews - 12 Repeat Clients
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The project in completion was done fairly well but not directly as asked in the drumming compositions where previous efforts were much more rewarding and the recordings reflected this understanding when engaging into the provided drumming compositions to make a better recording when the occasions arose. As this time around can be viewed as a bit less in professionalism in the final recordings while the follow thru into providing the files into the end recordings was as before professional.
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The effort put into the music/sound venture is done to as expected and nearest to professional as possible.
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The live drumming came through clear and forthcoming to the rhythm as is to expectation.
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Daniel is an incredible talent, professional and the results are amazing! You will not regret brining Daniel in on any project, he will go above and beyond. It’s a pleasure collaborating with you Daniel!
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The project in its entirety was done to expectation.
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Spent the additional time towards completing a rendition for professional results.
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Daniel is always awesome! When I get the email saying he has sent over the files it feels like Christmas morning. He ALWAYS delivers!
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As always, Daniel is amazing! We've worked on several songs now and have more in line. I can't wait to see what he does with those. He's on time, professional, friendly and an amazing talent. He's always a real joy to work with.
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Daniel did an excellent job mixing our track. He has an excellent ear and his attention to details is second to none. Definitely recommend!
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Daniel has the perfect technique! He made the extreme metal drums sound so musical! He knows just what a song needs, and he can do it ALL!
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The expectations are met every time when asked for a project to be done.
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This is my second time working with Daniel and he has delivered beyond what I expected. I can't say enough good things about him. I just can't wait to work with him again!
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The man, the myth, the legend; Daniel Torgal. He has transformed and elevated every track of mine that he's touched so far. The fills, man...the fills!! See you on the next one!
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Fantastic work! On time, amazing work and easy to collaborate with! Looking forward to working with him again!
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Daniel kills it again. He always comes through with top quality drumming.
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Very easy to work with and delivered as promised. Added some great drums, too, for an affordable price! Recommended!
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Daniel did an killer job on some pretty challenging material. Solidly engineered and amazingly performed drums tracks. Throughout the process he was super communicative and a pleasure to work with. Absolutely recommended!
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Daniel recorded drums for a challenging 7 track hardcore EP. He 100% nailed it, playing with feel and taking a musical approach that complimented every song. There were barely any revisions over this whole project because he showed such an extremely high attention to detail, amazing! I would 1000% recommend Daniel to anyone/everyone and I’m honoured to have him playing on the EP.
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Daniel is the best! Great guy and an AMAZING talent! He stayed in touch through the whole process and delivered on everything he promised then some. Listening to what he brought to the project raised the hairs on my arms. I have an album worth of material written and you can bet Daniel will be a big part of getting it complete. I couldn’t be happier!
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We worked on a 4 song EP together. I'm not a drummer so, when I write drum parts, I try to figure out how to make them challenging, interesting and most importantly, playable. Daniel didn't even flinch when I handed him the demos. Not surprising because, if you've ever heard his band Voynich Code, the man is a BEAST on drums. Do yourself a favor and hire Daniel for your next project. I know I will.
Interview with Daniel Torgal
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: Mapex Drums, Meinl/Zildjian Cymblas, Remo/Evans Drumheads, Gibraltar Hardware, Vic Firth Sticks, Macbook Pro 13'' Retina/Mac mini M1, Focusrite Scarlett 18i20 2nd Gen, Presonus Audiobox 1818VSL, EVO 4, AKG Drumset I, Sontronics STC-2, Shure SM57 and SM7B, Roland/Alesis/OnTrigger Electronics, Yamaha HS7, Beyerdynamic 880 Pro 250 Ohm and a few more toys (have a huge drum library and VST collection).
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: My creativity as a versatile musician, yet well fitted. I like to get really deep into what I'm working on. Also perfectionism always push me to do better.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Record and edit high quality drum tracks for heavy productions.

I was the drummer in this production
- Live drum trackAverage price - $150 per song
- EditingAverage price - $50 per track
- Programmed drumAverage price - $100 per song
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I allow up to 3 revisions. Delivery depends on my availability but it usually takes 1-3 days (Single) or 1-4 weeks (EP, Album). Programmed MIDI drums usually take me 1-3 days per track to deliver.
- Mapex
- Meinl
- Gibraltar
- Remo
- Vic Firth
- Roland
- OnTrigger
- AKG
- Shure
- Sontronics
- Focusrite
- Presonus
- Audient
- Beyerdynamic
- Yamaha
- Apple
- Native Instruments
- GGD
- Steven Slate
- Toontrack
- Naughty Seal
- Ugritone.
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