New track
Mikael Hansson
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Sun Aug 24 23:50:20 CEST 2008
Hi Martin!
Thanks for listening and pointing out some things to improve. I've tried
to work toward your recommendations. Let me know if it's better/worse :)
<http://hem.bredband.net/electro2/mh_how_much_premix2.mp3>
/Micke
Martin Naef wrote:
> Mikael Hansson wrote:
>> Finished a new track this morning:
>> <http://hem.bredband.net/electro2/mh_how_much_premix.mp3>
>
> Sounds cool - typical Micke - and definitely asks for vocals.
>
> I'd mix it a bit differently, though. The syncopated bass is much too
> prominent, particularly during the quieter phases with the pad in the
> background. I'd probably automate the filter to tackle this issue: close
> it down somewhat to make space for the other sounds, but open it up when
> it's nearly "solo". I'd also try some minor, slow LFO modulation there
> to introduce a bit of motion.
>
> I also feel it sounds a bit thin when you use the square wave sounds
> (e.g. starting around 1:15), I'd try to find something to fill in the
> low mids. The problem might already be solved when you filter the
> syncopated bass, as it automatically moves its main energy down in the
> spectrum.
>
> Last but not least: I think it's a bit overcooked during the final
> master. Give it a bit more space to breathe - meaning reduce
> compression. Just a touch should do.
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