How to use De-essers was the original question. Even though I don't think it is what is required for this situation here is my general workflow with...
When I see engineers mic drums I see them go in front of the kit with a spaced pair a few feet back and then another spaced pair a few more feet back...
Ha! Fhumble is one of the best engineers I know and he does an awesome job with the HS-50's which are the ugly cousin of the 80's. I have the Hs 50’s...
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"No listener gives a damn what microphone preamp you used." --Craig Anderton