Hi-Hat

The all important hi-hat should be miked even though it usually cuts through all the other microphones. Use a condenser for this bright sound that can handle good, hot levels. I try to get a mic close enough to be almost in the drummer's way and aim it right where he is striking the cymbals. I record this mic on a separate track and I sometime roll out low frequencies so that the snare drum's (right next door) low end is not exaggerated.