Denis Loncaric on SoundBetter

I've been in the music business for 15 years. Over the years I had a chance to play versatile genres. I played more than 700 live gigs. I played everything from big arenas to weddings and small clubs. Now, all my strengths and passion are focused on studio drumming and getting the best sound. I constantly explore new sounds, new microphone setups,

I will record drums in a professional studio and send you wav files with the perfect signal. If you wish I can mix and master the drums.

Please contact me before ordering so we can discuss your song. In case you don't have a clear picture of drum parts I can record a few demos takes before recording a final take.

My equipment:

Drums:

Mapex Saturn IV
Yamaha Recording

Cymbals:

K custom 20" ride
A custom projection 22" ride
HHX stage hat 14"
A custom projection hi-hat 14"
A custom crash 18"
A custom crash 16"
A custom crash 16"
A custom crash 14"
A custom splash 12"
Oriental china 16"

Microphones:

Audix D6
Shure Beta 52A
Shure Beta 91A
Sennheiser E600 for toms
Shure SM 57
Shure Beta 57A
Shure PG 81
AKG C4125

Tell me about your project and how I can help, through the 'Contact' button above.

Credits

7 Reviews

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by Travis
Denis recorded some of my funky songs, his playing reminds me on Ash Soan. I like his simple grooves and the sound he is able to get is so amazing.
by Johnny
I am always there to support Dennis, he recorded two of my albums and everything went smooth as hell
by Sam
Denis is our go to guy when we need solid drums for our rock band, he always do the work well and on time
by Baard
Perfect sounding drummer, with Dennis I don't get overplaying and unnecessary chops but the right kind of studio playing.
by Jessica
Denis is my man when I need live drums, I was more than happy to leave him a positive review here.
by Zoran
I'm very pleased with Denis's work so far, I will be using his services in the future, way to go man
by Jelena
Denis is my long term ally, he always delivers on time and achieves the right sound for the song. I'm glad to see him expanding.

Interview with Denis Loncaric

Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I really like the Nasty Michelle project from my early day, except for drumming I got opportunity to write lyrics
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: One cool rock alternative song
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: Currently not
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Digital gives possibilities but analog you can rely on
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: I will do my best to create the environment you want for the song
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: It's pure fan and a good feeling to leave your mark
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: Cad you do it cheaper, no
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: That this is just a hobby
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: What drummer they like or to send me some example how they imagine a track to sound
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Get in touch first and talk about the song. Every musician will rather say no this is not for me than going through the awful process of unknown.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: In ears, drumsticks, snare drum, drum pedal, bass drum
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I've been in the music business for 15 years now. I like to continue as a full time studio drummer.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Groovy with simple parts
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Stevie Wonder because I think he is one of the best musicians today and I can learn a lot
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Keep it simple
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Rock, alternative rock, Hard rock, funk, and pop
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Groove and energy
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Pure energy, unique parts and feel
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I prepare everything at home, go to studio and when I have prepared there also I warm up for half an hour. After that I like to play with a song for an hour to see what arrangement works best and the be fully prepared for recording. Then I record a few takes.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I have Mapex IV 22" 10" 12" 16" with 14" Black Panther snare drum. I only play Sabian hhx and Ziljdian a custom and k custom cymbals. My mics are combines so, I have Shure, Sennheiser and Audix. For recording I use Behringer x32 digital mixer.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Vinnie Colaiuta, Dave Weckl, Steve Gadd
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I record multiple drum tracks for various music genres