I get it. The tracks will bleed. I mentioned in my op I recognized track bleed.
I've recorded and mixed real drummers before.
I just did not expect arterial level spurting bleeding.

I also understand EQ can help remove truly annoying portions.
I have used eq (and volume automation) that with biab drums for a few years now in my DAW.
Its a bit brute force but it does get the job done

I thought stems would afford me the opportunity to mix the kit in a way that would let me reduce/expand certain parts.
I'm just not seeing/hearing it from this.

Please take the time to listen to it.
(American Fred Slow 8)
In certain cases it is all but impossible to know which drum they are "showcasing" in the stems unless you read the title of the stem.wav file
Even if you read what it says, you may not believe it

Perhaps I stumbled into the worst example of the stems available.
I hope so.
I may try a few more.

Based on my initial forays the Drums Stems project has been underwhelming.
Don't get me wrong. I want it to work.
I was hoping for a more finessed approach to mixing drums.

I'd be interested to hear if other users of Drum Stems have had different or similar experience.
Perhaps I'm going about it wrong?

Just trying to get better at this.


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