DaMonz
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All right, I've been working on this one for a while now. I'd like to know what you guys think before going on.
Remix v2 : I Can't Lose
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This is pretty cool, although very conservative.
I don't like the intro (the alternating kick and bass). I think you should work on it in any that would make it sound more interesting (automated filters, for example. Anything that you think would sound cool).
Everything sounds pretty unclear, especially past 0:30. You should consider cutting some of your reverb, EQing and panning your tracks, checking the levels, etc.
This is pretty short to comment on the arrangement, but like I said it's pretty conservative. There are some neat ideas in there, though, so I'd like to hear an extended version of this
Oh and I don't think it's weird, by the way! I like what you did
Keep it up!
EDIT: I really like 0:50 onwards. I'd love to hear more stuff like that
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Great update!
More energy (though not quite enough yet IMO, but getting close!) and nice progress on the piano arrangement (which is not "perfect" yet, but is definitely better than previous version )I think the side chaining is a bit excessive at some parts, especially during second half.
I also think your crash cymbals could use some more "power".
I'm really not a fan of dubstep's typical "wob wob" thing, so I didn't really enjoy this part of your remix, but maybe you're doing it well. I don't think I can objectively comment this part
Great job, keep it up!
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Not sure how to give space to that many instruments at one time, so I'm not sure this is any better.
Read Rozo's guide and you'll know.
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Chiming in again to strongly suggest you take all of Rozo's feedback seriously. xD
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Pretty nice take, but I agree with Nonamer: this lacks energy.
I also think the piano sounds pretty mechanical and dry.
You should try adding some emotion in the piano arrangement, in my opinion
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Just chiming in to say that I think you're using the "reverse cymbal" fill and snare roll fill way too often.
Don't give up! ^^
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First of all, let me suggest you set your thread to "Work-in-Progress". I think you'd better get at least a few comments before asking for Mod Review
You remix is pretty good and promising (I liked when one of your synths went crazy near 1:20), but there's still much work to be done in my opinion:
- The arrangement feels pretty mechanical. One of the things to do to fix that is to play around with each individual note's velocity and length in a riff or melody, which I strongly suggest (especially in your solos and bass line).
-There seems to be so much stuff happening in the lows. I think you should clear that a bit.
-I like your simple drum sounds. They lay down a pretty nice groove, but I think you should back them up a bit with something with more punch at some points (I'm thinking of 2:00 - 2:11 for example)
-Check out your levels, because I feel some stuff is too quiet for what it is (the solo at 1:20, for example)
-You should try panning your tracks. Experiment with that, and hear for yourself
This remix is pretty interesting. There's some sweet stuff happening in there, so keep it up!
EDIT: by the way, I think the second version's better
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Just chiming in to say that I was in the same confusing situation as you currently are, a few months ago. All you have to do is to listen to the pros. I've been reading lots of tutorials, and trying lots of stuff in the past months, and all those new terms and concepts are already making much more sense to me. So, as everyone already said, don't give up.
And by the way, this WIP sounds way better than my first attempts
Just thought it'd be nice for you to have a fellow new guy's thoughts
EDIT: Don't be discouraged by my "few months" thing. I'm a full-time student and part-time programmer, so it probably can take less time than that to start getting used to all of this.
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Man, that was quick! (See what I did there?
)Seriously, I'm amazed. You just posted this, and it's already done. And I have just about nothing to say. Except that the ending might sound a bit dry, but it's pretty nice anyway.
This goes straight to my epic remixes library
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It might be me who's getting it all wrong or who's just crazy, but you have to know that I think the sounds from your older version sounded better than your new ones.
I still listen to your first version on YouTube once in a while, so maybe I'm just used to this version now.
Anyway, I still really like your mix.
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This is really awesome! I can't wait to see where you're going with this
I feel like the intro lacks... something. I think you shouldn't bring in the kick right from the start, and take more time to build up your atmosphere. Although it might just be about personal preferences
I also think that the side-chaining might be a bit excessive. I feel like it's keeping me from fully enjoying your arrangement, which is very promising in my opinion!
I REALLY like your sounds, especially the main synth. The slides and fills near 0:40 are definitely, awesomely tasteful.
I impatiently await the finished version!
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Seems pretty interesting, and your sounds are cool in general, but there are a few things that I didn't like. Here goes :
First off, the bass line that you bring in at about 0:49 turned me off during the whole mix, because it didn't follow the chord changes. It sounded off to me most of the time.
Also, I think the intro is too repetitive to be so long. As it is, I can't really enjoy the progression.
Your melody feels pretty mechanical, and is extremely conservative. I think you should mess around with it some more.
I'm not the best reference, but I hope this helps
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Whoaa sorry, man! I didn't notice you were being ignored!
I must have skipped your thread
This is astoundingly soothing. I really wasn't expecting such a relaxing mix. The progression is awesome! All the transitions felt very natural. I really enjoyed the flow, all along the mix
I really enjoy the production aspect of this. Everything sounds very clear to me, even in my crappy earbuds
And I really like how you handled the side-chaining. And your synths sound perfect to me.The only thing that I didn't enjoy as much is the distant lead ostinato (I don't know how to describe it better than that hahaha), near the beginning. It felt so far away, and the drum and bass are so dry... It felt a bit weird. I might be wrong though
P.S.: I'm not a great mixer (yet), so don't take this feedback too seriously
EDIT: I just noticed one of your tracks (the lead ostinato) seems to keep playing with very low volume at the end, after the fade out. You might want to check it out.
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Guys, chill out XD
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This definitely kicks ass
There's a single tiny thing that felt a bit awkward to me. It's the first note of the new synth you bring in at 1:27. I love the idea, but I think a bit of automation of some sort during this note could help it feel more natural. It's probably all about personal tastes, but I thought it'd be good if I told you about it.
Newb advice. Take it for what it's worth
Interesting fact: Some parts in your mix really remind me of the Phantasy Star Online soundtrack, I don't really know why. Ah well.
EDIT: I keep listening to this. I really love it.
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Hmm I don't see why you don't like the intro, Doc. It's pretty awesome, in my opinion.
The only thing that I think could be potentially upgradeable in the intro is the drum parts, but I think they're good anyway.
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Thanks a lot for the feedback!
@Rockos: I'll check out the compression, thanks for pointing it out. Oh and thanks about the strings too
@Speedstardian: Every feedback counts!
It's very appreciated! I'll make sure to check out my lead and drums @M249-M4A1: Thanks a lot for pointing out the unwanted frequency, you're absolutely right. I'll do my best trying to fix it.
I'll try to post as few updates as possible. I'm trying to train my mixing ears
But updates WILL come. Please keep the feedback coming, it's really appreciated! -
This is really great! I love what you did there.
There's one precise thing that I love in your mix that makes it particularly unique compared to any other version of that theme, in my opinion. It's the bridge at around 0:39. The chords you use are different from the original, and frankly, I like your chords much better! It sounds incredibly epic!
Also, I really like the solos. It reminds me of old school progressive rock. I love that
I also agree that the drum sounds need some work. I don't have any particular issues with anything else than the snare drum, though. I feel like it's not blending well with everything else. I think "dirtying" it up a bit (with a tiny bit of overdrive, or something like that) might help, but I could be very wrong. I'm still a newb at that. I also think it might have a little bit too much reverb, but again it might be just me.
I'd like this to be longer!
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I've been working quite a bit on this. I'd like to know what a pair of fresh ears would have to say about it.
Sources:
Remix v1:
http://tindeck.com/listen/kvdg
I'm especially unsure about the filtered strings. I thought it sounded cool, but maybe I'm just not hearing this well.
Any feedback is appreciated!
EDIT: LATEST VERSION
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Man, this is awesome!
Absolutely nothing else to say.
Throwing in a tentative title : "Interrupted by Another Dream"
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I'm just passing by, so I don't really have time for a good review, but I would suggest you switch the thread's status to Work in Progress. I don't think this is ready for Mod Review. You clearly need more content.
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Thanks for the comment!
I'll make sure to check out that synth and those muddy parts
Oh and thanks for the cue about the melody, I'll keep it in mind
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This sucks. Will definitely never be on first page.
....Oh wait, April Fool's over?
"Star Wolf Theme" - Star Fox 64
in Post Your Game ReMixes!
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Ohh thank you for this cue about my "not-powerful-enough" sound choices. I hadn't noticed, and now I'm experimenting with new sounds which are giving me lots of new ideas
Thanks a lot, man!