@tripwire: Beautiful sounds dude, loving that, left some soundcloud feedback.
@Marshy: Liking the first of the two track preview especially the second synth that comes in, very jazzy, although both sound like they're decent tracks.
@Trakikz: Nice ominous sounds, the wobble is ok, liking the start more though, drums sound hard, nice one
Thanks man I agree with ur critique, so I mixed up the drums a bit, made them cleaner too, and other random things, like added in some spooky synth samples at the end.. Let me know what u think. I still plan to throw more mixups into the drums, (like throwing a stick of dynamite into a machine that does the same motion and see what happens). Also im thinking about taking breaks from that bassline because it does get repetitive, just hard to think about what would fit into the song... Heres the update: Soundcloud
Now onto your tunes: Your mixdown is already sounding quite warm and full. I think it just needs some small touches. The kick cuts through nicely before the bass, but when the bassline comes in the kick gets drowned out and doesnt have that same snap. Maybe eq the bass a little down where the kick is at or sidechain... Arrangement is cool, intro comes in nicely. I'm not really feeling that main synth sound and it is too loud . that oriental sounding sample needs to be turned up a small bit too. The hats maybe need a bit of layering, they sound a bit thin. Kick and snare sound great.
The second tune: I like the synth line more, but I think it needs to be more chorused/reverbed or some type of effect to fuck it up a little. The hat needs to be turned up/layered a bit in this one too.
cool melodic content. I think the reversed cymbal effect sounds good , but u use it too much. I would make it more rare and throw in some other complementing thing... It would be really cool to hear that bassline mesh with that melody part. Maybe the chords only with the bass following in key
Re: WORKS IN PROGRESS FOR AUGUST, 2010
Posted: Sun Aug 29, 2010 3:30 pm
by alexwright
@ BassDNB Nice groove you have with your beat and nice delayed samples. I like how you have a pitch envelope on the bass sound which gives it some character, although it needs more sub in my opinion.
@jaydot I like the sound of your piano, something refreshing to the ears as it's an instrument that I don't hear much in Dubstep. You could maybe do with a few FX such as sweeps and what have you to keep things interesting in the background. I like the organic sound of your drums, which along with the piano gives the track some nice character. I think your drums could do with some more variation though, to keep the listener interested, as it sounds a bit like the repetitive ticking of a clock at the moment. Again, before the final drop, I feel it really needs some buildup FX to emphasise the fact that it's going to srop and buildup the energy. Nice approach though, I like it.
@tripwire22 Love the deep sounds on this one, and espacially the ambience that lies in the background. I had high expectations for this during the intro, but as it drops, there's just no sub there! I think the bass needs bringing up so it sits over your kick (it would give the tune much more drive). Like your choice of drums though, and the overall mood of the track is brilliant, makes me think of an anbandoned church or something haha
Well, here's something I've been working on, and it includes a sample from The Blair Witch Project, enjoy!
@alex - loving those sounds man, defo feeling it! not much i can really criticize really!
Re: WORKS IN PROGRESS FOR AUGUST, 2010
Posted: Sun Aug 29, 2010 6:35 pm
by JemGrover
boyswanstep Drums are savage, man. Like all the background Ambience, as well and the swelling pads/delay thing is lovely.
alex The Sample's stereo image is a nice touch... Could possibly do with some more time spent on some atmospheric soundscaping as there'd be lots of room to build a really ominous feeling.... Ah, second listen now; Have the drop pause just a moment longer before bringing the beat in.. let the rimshot 'verb tail of just a TINY bit more. Will Ramp up the tension! I like it.
Bit more work to this, but listening back on soundcloud and the Sub sounds really flat?
Thinking I need to change the drums up at some point, to...
And still needs something to pad it out. Uh, maybe a pad would compliment but any opinions would be very much appreciated.
One of my first dubstep glitch track, curious on what people think and wanted some feedback!
Re: WORKS IN PROGRESS FOR AUGUST, 2010
Posted: Mon Aug 30, 2010 12:49 am
by Chodi
Just making it short, I'm Codi and here's my soundcloud
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Re: WORKS IN PROGRESS FOR AUGUST, 2010
Posted: Mon Aug 30, 2010 1:01 am
by Chodi
Oops didn't talk about three haha.
@Project ex, Nice dark feel.
@psythe, Good bass but make another bass more deep and gritty to mix it and give variety.
@reignz, so many soundcloud comments haha.
Re: WORKS IN PROGRESS FOR AUGUST, 2010
Posted: Mon Aug 30, 2010 1:05 am
by goldorak
harlrayner - something generic: I like your intro a lot. I'm not too found of the drop. Actually I'd drop the part between 0:28 and 1:25, the wobble doesn't really suits your tune. The part after 1:25 is a lot better though. Nice warm sub and love the sounds!
BaasDNB - Space Bass : Not bad at all! I'd just ad some extra percussion to make the whole more funky and uptempo. If you finish it, I think I'd play this one out.
Marshy - 2 new tunes : I hear Flux Pavillion influence all over your tunes, which is a good thing! Love the second track the most!
Grok - Middle : Production value is high. I'm not really sure if your melody really suits the heavy wobble though. Keep it coming!
tripwire22 - behind my thoughts : Lovely dark vibe. Drumpattern is awsome, bass is incredible deep and I really dig your pads. Very nice!
Jaydot - Where Angels Fly : Piano is nice, but I'd bring some more variation in your tune though. I don't like the effect you're using over the piano. (vibrato) Your drums are nice, but some variation would be nice.
boyswanstep - key-in-progress-2: Drums are awsome! Love the overall vibe, but I'm missing a catchy hook though. Something that will pay the attention of your listeners. Nice work!
Jemgrover - Dragonfly : Tune is lovely! Drums are nice, sub is warm and subtle. Love the pads, but I'm missing some variation. A vocal sample or a catchy hook somewhere could do the trick!
deniss-1- bob-sinclar-rainbow-of-love-gregori-klosman-mix-dubstep-rmx: Everything sounds good! I'm eager to hear the rest of your tune. It sounds a bit to eurotrancey for my taste, but I'm surprised for the finishing product though!
The Peak - Love your drumpattern! Especialy your kick! It reminds me a bit to Instrumental productions, which is obvisoulsy a very good thing!
Reignz - This is dubstep : I like the idea! The production value is prety high. I'd make the dnb part longer. The switch into dubstep is nice, but I'm not really found of the 'piss off with your dnb ...' sample though. Also, the sound of your wobble ... I heard it a bit too much. Try others sounds or synths to keep it interesting! Keep em coming, you're almost there!
Re: WORKS IN PROGRESS FOR AUGUST, 2010
Posted: Mon Aug 30, 2010 1:07 am
by goldorak
And this is my tune! I hope you'll share your feedback. Thanks!
@goldorak Your lead synth could use a little fattening. it sounds amazing but its on the cusp of being one of those synths you hear once and remember forever. when the sub hit i seriousl started to dance. this tune really did something for me loved the whole thing, i especially like the drum patterns you had going on. another thing i'd look into is after the second drop experiment more with your lead
i'm looking to submit this to the pakistani relief album thread do you think it has enough quality? Soundcloud
Re: WORKS IN PROGRESS FOR AUGUST, 2010
Posted: Mon Aug 30, 2010 4:22 am
by offerman
@RightOnTime27
Track sounded good. I think the drums could come down a tad, they hit really heavy and don't necessarily need to be that loud. Also, at around 2 minutes into the sound this sick horn stab comes in. Play around with that more. That thing sounded awesome. Drums could also use some slight variations in the programming. Overall I liked it!
@goldorak
Wow. This sounds great man. I really don't know what to say. I think maybe some chopped vocals would sound pretty great over the second half of the song. Would add some variety as well. Other than that I think it sounds really good. Well done.
@blazinaidan
Sounds good. The distorted synth that comes in in the end could be brought down a bit. Also, it could be EQ'd a tad to take out some of the 4k harshness. I really like the tom melody in the middle of the track. Drum pattern is cool too.
And, if anyone would be so kind, here is my track: Soundcloud
@Erebus-7
I like this,I really think you should keep working on it,I think the "wobbly" bass need a bit more work idk it seems a bit flat you know?But i just love the drums and the piano,i think it has some great potential! good job
@JemGrover
I'm not so sure on the intro,but i like the drop bassline is original,but as you said,beefing it up a little wouldn't hurt.As for the pad,I don't think it need it,I just think you need to mix up the drums a little bit more because it can get a bit repetitive,and if you do get some nice drums,the pad won't be needed
@deniss1
This sounds GREAT so far,I'd like to hear more man
@thepeak
it's original,it's got sub,got great percussions i only think it misses some kind of vocals.
@ goldorak
love the synths in that one,it's got a great groove,when a track makes me move in my chair it's a good sign,but the second drop a 1:51 I think is a lot weaker than the first one,you should keep working a bit on that..otherwise great track big ups
@Lazure
I think you had a great build up,but the drop after needs a lot of work,i think
Just gonna repost that one,got lost in a page and just wanted a little feedback about it Soundcloud
I agree with ur critique, so I mixed up the drums a bit, made them cleaner too, and other random things, like added in some spooky synth samples at the end.. Let me know what u think. I still plan to throw more mixups into the drums, (like throwing a stick of dynamite into a machine that does the same motion and see what happens). Also im thinking about taking breaks from that bassline because it does get repetitive, just hard to think about what would fit into the song... Heres the update:
