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Hey Vagrance, didn't read your post before my last one, while the tune was re-upping.
Thanks for the listen and comments - very much appreciated. I feel where you're coming from for sure. I really admire almost all the mixes I hear here because they're original and refreshing.
That said, you're right -> I don't currently have the composition skills to really make innovative remixes. With my own work, I feel I've been able to create some worthwhile pieces, but using a MIDI presents certain challenges. I feel I can arrange sections and create progressions ok to a certain extent, but if I need to play a piece from scratch, or come up with more then a few original notes, then I fall flat.
But! The whole reason I actually got into writing/remixing/building a studio was because of game music, and partially because of OCR. It's been a few years, but I feel like I've come a long way, and I know that if I keep trying and learning (more theory, chords, etc.) then I'll have a shot at doing more original remix work.
Perhaps I could help write drums for someone that's more melodically inclined, haha!
(oh, and I think that a proper deep dubstep remix of the theme could be done... this one's really on the more obvious side of dubstep.. if you could call it that. A nice ambient bit with some bumping drums and a smooth sub could be quite nice... maybe when I get my skills up -> I'm thinking my next tunes will be on the deeper note
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Respect!
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Ok here's the revised piece.
I left the drum intro and outro in because I think this is the last time I'll probably post it, unless I can figure out any more groundbreaking changes..
In the last week, I've probably worked far too much on it; the melody is ingrained in my brain, haha. Time to start new tunes!
I changed the first synth, cut out some sfx, added some phrases to the middle, did some more drum edits, general EQing, some synth pitching, and cut the hi-bass in the very middle run.
Big thanks to everyone, esp. Opterion for contributing a flute section that I felt helped give the tune a slightly more organic feel in the middle, as well as some appropriate progression.
Take another listen if you so desire.
Cheers
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Cheers for the listen and feedback, Rozovian, Opterion, and MrSneak.
Rozovian: I was going for the "primitive type" synth for the classic feel, though I've changed the first synth slightly, and the intro melody. Perhaps for the best? I also cut as much of the low-mids on the bass as I could without it sounding wimpy.
Opterion: I've taken out some of the xylophone at the beginning, and I think, toned down some of the SFX. I originally had much more, but was advised by a friend to minimize the use (makes it to obvious its a videogame remix for those that don't know he said, haha.)
The melody that plays with the bass was put up 2 octives I believe, so its not in conflict with the bass. At first I didn't feel it because I thought it was too high pitched, but now I'm feelin it a bit more. Appreciate that Opterion.
So my problem is I'm not that good at music composition haha! I know what you all mean by more of a deviation from the source.. and I'm trying (though I come from DJing and not a musicaly trained background.) I can manipulate MIDIs to a certain extent "arrangement wise", though actually changing the content is challenging to me.
I guess the thing is that the big electro-bass is mostly the hook (atleast till the full xylo comes in), and loses it effectiveness if placed in the background.
I know it's tough to give advice, but any tips for interpretation / progression?
If I can make more improvements - I'll repost it
(ps - cheers and thanks again - this is one of the most helpful forums I've ever been on - you guys should be proud.)
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spectacular song -I see this getting some play at home
the only thing that stood out was that the drum track was too quiet,
even a few more dB's in relation to the rest of the mix could do wonders. when the sub bass kicked in, imo, I could tell the rest of the song was mixed down well, but throughout the song, the drums are just slightly out of balance.
cheers and great work!
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thx for the listen Spakku.
perhaps it's cause the bass is so upfront and continuous, though I can't quite think of any way to have another instrument cut through, or be more dominant right now...
much appreciated!
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I've posted up a few tunes here, and I think I'm getting closer and closer, haha.
It's kind of designed for dj's to mix. You might think it's a bit repetitive, but I felt the progression is enough to drive it along. I did cut out the extended melody-less beat intro and outro I put in for mixing. The contained file is pretty-much as much as I can think of doing with it.
I really enjoy workin on these tunes, and if you'd like - hit me a link and I'll give you feedback aswell.
Take a peak! Feedback is appreciated!
http://www.mediafire.com/?nzzmjtilozn
Thank you and respect
Update: revised, full length track:
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yes!.
yes yes yes yes yes!
loving this one. what kind of music do you usu listen to. this sounds very dub-steppish (imo) and I just can't get enough of it. would *love* a 320 when you're done.
respect and keep up the good work.
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If i'm not mistaken, what I did was revrse the drum loop, and do an automated low pass filter (to quickly reduce the high frequencies). I guess it kinda sounds like a record being played backwards while turning the volume down.
I know what you mean about the drum beat. As timegoes on, I am using more and more drum beaks in my work.
It may get played on the radio tomorrow, haha
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Thank you for taking a listen to a drum and bass remix I did of the "Chaos Temple" from Final Fantasy 1. Its now finished. so I won't be working on it anymore.
I enjoyed making it,
take a listen here:
http://www.chainsawsound.com/dubs/Chaos%20Theory%20Dub%20-%20Rhythmicon%20(ChainsawSound.com).mp3
or here:
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=FXKPCHS8
Lemme know what you think!
Rhythmicon
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Looks like the link is expired. Can you upload it somewhere else, like Googlepages or Soundclick?
here you go.
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=PCV4KKGV
it's temp again, but I'll be permanantly hosting it soon.
thx for your listen bro
cheers
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thank you Legion303
i appreciate the input. i know what you're talking about on th panning of the hats. its a break im using that basically has 2 breaks hard panned together. maybe I can reduce the stereo field a bit. in regards to the 6 mins reference, I guess its because some people i give this out to may mix it with other tunes, so it would probably stay a little more fresh. but i do know what you mean... maybe a longer intro w/o pads would do.
thanx for your eartime
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almost 50 views........did anyone listen?
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soooooo excited to hear this!
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Hello all!
Im working on a jungle remix of "Spirit of the Night" from Secret of Mana. Its turned out to be more upbeat than the original, and has got a bit of a trance flavour to it aswell.
Even if its not going to make judging, Ive really enjoyed making this, and I would really appreciate some constructive feedback on it. I am still doing work on the drums, and if anything akward stands out in the mixdown, dont hesitate to mention. Thx, guys.
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=5CVPGRW4
Rhythmicon
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wow. just wow. you are gifted man - thank you for sharing.