Magellanic
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I'm not gonna lie Nuts, I'm super disapointed that I can't use your synth patches as I bet they're amazing. I remember your 80's and 90's styled tracks from WCRG and they were so enjoyable. Perhaps I'll have a look at them in Reason and try to recreate them in another synth
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If I go against AkumajoBelmont, I'll first cry and then attempt the most amazing 80's synth rock track Sonic will ever see
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Make a thread in the recruitment forum but also look here first :http://ocremix.org/forums/showthread.php?t=33481
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Much improvement over the first version I heard. I'm on my laptop but there doesn't seem to be the clipping there was before.
General points:
I know its not always feasable but if you can, try and find some higher quality samples. Having said that, some EQ and reverb would do wonders to up the production values.
The synth at about 40 secs doing the arpeggios needs to come down a bit in volume and could do with a tad of reverb or something. Perhaps try and find a better patch or thicken up the sound by playing around with the synthesis.
Arrangement-wise, everything I posted before is still applicable BUT good job on mixing up the instrumentation a bit and getting the levels balanced. Don't be afraid to whack in a completely original section to extend what is there or use parts of the melody to create other accompanying motifs.
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1. Starlight Zone (Sonic 1 - 16bit)
2. Lava Reef Zone (Sonic & Knuckles)
3. Aquatic Ruin Zone (Sonic 2 - 16bit)
4. Marble Zone (Sonic 1 16-bit)
5. Chemical Plant zone (Sonic 2 - 16bit)
WOO YEAH BABY!!!!
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What hits me straight away is how good the synths sound and true to the 80's vibe they are. The percussion also emphasize and enhance the mix a lot. The rendition of Magical Sound Shower is great. I like the personal touches a lot. I think this is definitely ready for submission. I so want to offer some more substantial feedback but this sounds AWESOME. The expression on the leads is fantastic and the mix is, as usual, full, warm and balanced. With this, the sources are interwoven well and there is cohesion as you refer back to previously used sources, bar MSS but that's fine as its more like a bridge. It is really well melded in btw.
My only comment would be on the ending. I feel that more tension could be built up before finish. Whether you use higher octaves before the final repeat of the main melody or by dropping the bass for a bar or two, I think you could have a more......definite ending. Its a tiny tiny point that is more personal opinion than anything else.
Great stuff bud, I really like it
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Its very nice to see an orchestral ReMix. This is very well done, the source is recogniseable and there is significant expansion on the original. The textures make this track very enjoyable. It does sound as though it could be used seemlessly alongside the game's soundtrack. I'd agree that there could have been a little more melodic writing, but great stuff!
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The board works pretty well. Mod reviews are fantastic and I always find them very helpful and insightful. Its unavoidable but I think anyone who mixes anything apart from Mega Man, Sonic, Mario or Final Fantasy will have a hard time getting feedback unless they ask someone. This isn't so much a gripe but something I've noticed as I'm the same. Mostly, I'll comment on sources I know. It's easier. Everyone who comments here is very helpful and haven't really noticed anyone being rude. So as a place where you can post your music and get honest feedback, I think the board is doing great. I don't think there is anywhere else like this on the interwebs.
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Posting as Mod review as I think this is as good as I can get this arrangement plus I haven't had any other feedback, so hope that's ok
Source Breakdown:
00:00 - 00:20 - Extended version of source introduction's section B
00:20 - 00:33 - Source verse with added harmonies
00:33 - 00:47 - Source Chorus with variation of introduction's motif accompanying (brass synth)
00:47 - 00:53 - Source introduction section B on Rhythm guitar
00:53 - 01:05 - Variation/Original Verse
01:05 - 01:19 - Variation/Original Chorus
01:19 - 01:45 - Variation/Original breakdown section. Uses motif from the source's introduction section A
01:45 - 02:21 - Original solo section based off (uses same chords) the source's lead to the solo section.
02:21 - 02:27 - Source's introduction section B
02:27 - 02:40 - Variation/Original Verse section
02:40 - End - Variation/Original Chorus with Source's chorus as counter-melody
Source:
Remix:
I'm not sure there's really much else to say. The direction with this track is to go for a kinda upgraded 80's vibe (hence the fake brass synths). I think I've addressed the judges issues with the track ie: too much repetition,too much reverb, performance timing and arrangement focus.
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Did some more mixing. Biggest changes are the increase in tempo and change of key. Still not happy with the drum writing but I'll change that when I can be bothered.
Remix:
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Got some jazzy harmonies in parts goin' on. For genre though....I'd call it....Calum?
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Sounds like a NES game tune to me. Only thing that really stands out as not being quite right is the sound you're using for the bass drum. Can't decide whether its the timbre though or how its mixed. I'm no expert but yeah, not bad stuff!
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This is amazin'. The bass on that first track is sexeh!!!
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The drum part does work but it could do better to really emphasize sections better.
up to 23 secs in its fine, though you could have a better fill between those sections. after 00:23 You could improve the beat. Its like the snare is hitting on every other bar which is great for the intro but Having it going in each bar would improve things imo.
00:39 works well rhythm-wise.
1:23 again works well.
I could list each individual section but I think from listening to those points you'll get what I mean. The sections (like at 1:30) work well because the drum beat is working with the bass and rhythm guitar parts. It makes everything gel better.
Again, with the snare sticking out like a soar thumb, just take it down a bit in level. Bring up the drums overal a tad. Get the click of the bass drum more noticeable and ease off the compression on the snare. I think your release might be a little too short.
Hopefully that might give you something to experiment with. Taking a step back and coming back will probably make the mixing a bit easier for you
Edit: and yeah, i understand the whole eagerness to post. Sharing is Caring
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I get what you mean with the minimalist approach and, for the most part, it does work well. I think its just spacing the vocals out right. Perhaps just have an instrumental > vocals > instrumental > vocals type thing. It might give it better balance than how it currently is. If you're not sure how you want it, experiment. Go with it and see what happens
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Great choice of source. Love FF8 and its soundtrack. I really really like this mix of it. Stays exactly true to the original but I'm getting the impression that's the intention. This would be very cool with lots of synths and all the rest of it but then it would sound very very close to the black mages version. This has its own personality and identity which is a good thing.
My only comment would be the snare........its......sticking out too much and not really blending with the rest of the mix. I can't make my mind up though if that's to do with the mix though or the actual writing and that there needs to be more variation. I think if the snare is going to be that far forward the bass drum needs to be there to richochet off it. There is a lot of energy with you guitar playing and I feel like your drum part reigns it in too much when you could have a REAL face-melter with a more energetic drum part.
Anywho, also just wanted to say, loved it and enjoyed listening
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Its got a really good soundscape but I kinda get what Calum means with the amazing thing. The lead at the start is expressive.......but also not expressive enough to carry the arrangement. There's lots of little bits and bobs going on that are understated which I like. The synth which is panned to the right is a little niggly after a while. I really like it once the vox come in but when viewing the arrangement as a whole, it seems too late. There's nothing as dominant in the mix until the rapping comes in. I also agree that the "mega-phone" voice is just a bit too low. I get that its meant to be subtle but it could still be a little easier to make out.
Looking forward to checking this out once you get some EQ in on there as its already sounding good. Liking the funky parts goin on in the background
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I'm getting flashbacks of carnivals and Mr.Bungle songs hehe. This is very quirky and bright. Rather charming stuff. With more polish this will be a very entertaining mix. You already said yourself this is early on production-wise so I won't say much, but with some attention to the mix it could really give this some more life.
(Is it normal to be wanting to chant "Hey" in time with the beat at the start of this?
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Really good expression in your singing. And honestly, using audacity and an intergrated mic to do this? Impressive results. I think it would definitely be worth developing this. There's no reason why you couldn't do a couple of versions and see which you like most (ie, instrumental and vocal or accapella).
The current version would do well to serve as an introduction and then kick into either an instrumental version with vocal lead or (like stated above) vocal parts imitating instrumental parts. In honesty, there are a lot of directions in which you could take this. If you're lacking inspiration just get hold of a free piano vst/soundfont and fit some piano to it. You never know, it might inspire you to really know if you want to add anything more.
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Just thought I'd post a quick update.
Remix: Link removed
Any help is appreciated.
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In general, this is really nice. The gentle soundscape and builds really really well and is very well constructed. Not sure I can quite get used to the drums being biased to one side. The beat might be just a bit heavy for that, but then that's probably just personal preference. What is here sounds very well balanced, clear and very atmospheric. The structure works well and, bar a few transitions, flows rather nicely.
More specific points:
Transition at 1.06 could be a little smoother, perhaps it needs more of a pause before following through to the next section.
At 1.30 the beat is a little awkward. I get the pulling and pushing of the beat but it could be done more smoothly
The part at 3.00 is just BEAUTIFUL. I enjoyed that a lot.
At 3.21 the guitar could be brought forward some more but also sounds as though theres a little slip up.
3.39 the guitar delay trail could spread a little further into the next section to gel the transition a little better.
The ending piano is well done but could be a little smoother in parts. There are a couple of awkward timings. I understand that its like a rubato effect, but it should still sound smooth and flowing.
I can't comment on the source usage as I'm not familiar but no harm in posting a link to the original if you are wanting opinions on it
Edit: Just thought I'd emphasize the fact that I really enjoyed this
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Definitely getting hold of a DAW of some sorts would be of great benefit in remixing. Sibelius is great when it comes to writing notation but as far as mixing and production goes, its kind of a deadend. You say you're adamant about using notation software but there is a lot of benefit in using piano scrolls. Having said that, there is no reason why you couldn't write it in Sibelius and then import the midi to the DAW of your choice (Cubase, Reason, FLStudio etc.) And get the mixing/production sorted. Perhaps check out Reaper: http://ocremix.org/forums/showthread.php?t=13478 it has a free unlimited trial. So you can get familiar and learn. I'd say just to get some general info check out the production forum
As far as the mix goes, I'm not familiar with the original (a link to the original will help people reference). You could definitely do with some variation in the sound/instruments used. The writing sounds good, but the everything sounds pretty much the same. Use timbrally different synth patches for the bass, accompaniments and melody lines. That would really help in seperating things out. I think really, the best thing to develop this initially would be to get your instrumentation sorted (ie choose better synth patches/samples for each part). Its difficult to currently pick out parts. This is where the advantage of using a DAW comes in, is you can use a variety of synthesizers and samples. Its also easier to manipulate the parts and adjust them so that they work better with the chosen synth/samples.
Anywho, I hope that is of some help. I don't know how much or exactly what info you wanted but hopefully something there is of relevance to you. It was just about a year and a half ago when I was first getting to grips with writing/remixing so I definitely get where you're coming from. Before then I only wrote acoustic music with Sibelius
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I'm definitely digging your jam. The source is amazing regardless of being used lots. Your playing is really tight and polished. I found this really enjoyable. Really cool cover. Kinda left me wanting more hehe
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This should be on the front page. The clap makes this mashup nothing short of legendary!!! VCR for the win!
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Sweeeeet hehe. Sounds good to me.
And yeah, you're right. The thing is I just love the style and I know my source tune would work well with it
Anywho, I'm really excited about this competition. I imagine all the trash talk will commense nearer the start time 