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WIPs / Re: My "twist" on Progressive Trance
« on: January 17, 2016, 12:28:26 am »this is so great man! any chance i could get a link to your soundcloud/fb so i can follow??
Here you go: https://soundcloud.com/erikf-2
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Here you go: https://soundcloud.com/erikf-2
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WIPs / Re: No mastering done, just want to know what people think!
« on: January 16, 2016, 03:34:38 am »
I love where this is going.
I think it's lacking some mid frequencies during the chorus/drop section. Maybe add another layer with higher mids?
This could be an artistic touch, but I think the sidechaining needs less release.
Keep at it dude
I think it's lacking some mid frequencies during the chorus/drop section. Maybe add another layer with higher mids?
This could be an artistic touch, but I think the sidechaining needs less release.
Keep at it dude
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WIPs / Re: OPINIONS ?
« on: January 16, 2016, 03:32:26 am »
I like it. I feel like it needs more, unless vocals are being added onto it.
Pretty well mixed imo
Pretty well mixed imo
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WIPs / Re: Supersaw n good melody?
« on: January 16, 2016, 03:31:15 am »
I like where it's going. However, at some points it's hard to hear the supersaw over the bass. I suggest you do some leveling and compression to balance the two out.
Keep at it, man.
Keep at it, man.
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Samples/Plugins/Software/Gear / Re: Favourite paid sample packs
« on: January 16, 2016, 02:31:20 am »
Sunny Lax Studio Essentials.
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WIPs / Re: My "twist" on Progressive Trance
« on: January 16, 2016, 01:27:49 am »There's some flamming going on with the top of the snare/clap and the top of the kick.. it could be a compression thing, or just that the snares etc. are too far off the beat. I like the general idea though, nice buildup and chord progression
I appreciate that!
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Composition/Arrangement/Theory / Re: Any tips on creating trance chord progressions?
« on: January 15, 2016, 09:07:54 pm »I'm always trying to create nice, meaningful chords when I try to produce trance. It rarely happens, however.
Are there any tricks that you guys use? Anything worth sharing?
Thanks!
What is the story you want to convey in your song?
I love conveying emotion. Something that makes you think about life, you know?
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Sound Design / Re: Best Reverb Plugin?
« on: January 15, 2016, 08:12:17 pm »Depends. My machine can handle it fine, but if I slap it on a pad or a pluck, and then bounce it to audio, its fine.
Just a warning, though, I woudln't use it for anything else other than ambient places in the mix. Thats just my opinion. Use some of the other Valhalla products if you want that kind of thing.
Why? Can't you adjust the delay, etc if you want a short one?
My God the ambience in that reverb is incredible, but I understand why would only use it for that.
Personally I'm looking for something that would widen up and extend the mix if you understand what I mean.
That reverb is monstrously beautiful though.
Cheers
I love using it for pluck & pads. It's stunning.
Look into ValhallaVintageVerb, ValhallaRoom, and ArtsAcoustic Reverb.
Those are all pretty good for what you're looking for.
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WIPs / Re: My "twist" on Progressive Trance
« on: January 15, 2016, 08:10:08 pm »I think you did well with the sidechain. It sounds very crisp and rhythmic.
What were your settings on the compressor? (threshold, ratio, attack, release)
Overall I enjoyed the sense of space and sound quality.
Thanks! I used Gross Beat for the Sidechaining. Not sure how to attach an image, but it's fairly basic.
Do you think I should continue with it? I can't tell if it sounds good.
Well, my own taste in music requires a lot of flow and dynamics. So for me, this was a little static. But it wasn't bad. As long as you like it, keep going. That's what's important. I'll only comment on style when something sticks out like a sore thumb, but nothing did here.
Interesting!
I'de love to hear what you produce. Message me!
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Sound Design / Re: Best Reverb Plugin?
« on: January 15, 2016, 08:06:20 pm »Depends. My machine can handle it fine, but if I slap it on a pad or a pluck, and then bounce it to audio, its fine.
Just a warning, though, I woudln't use it for anything else other than ambient places in the mix. Thats just my opinion. Use some of the other Valhalla products if you want that kind of thing.
Why? Can't you adjust the delay, etc if you want a short one?
Yes. But it's just so "big". Not sure how to describe it to you.
Try it out for yourself! They have a demo available
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WIPs / Re: My "twist" on Progressive Trance
« on: January 15, 2016, 07:54:42 pm »I think you did well with the sidechain. It sounds very crisp and rhythmic.
What were your settings on the compressor? (threshold, ratio, attack, release)
Overall I enjoyed the sense of space and sound quality.
Thanks! I used Gross Beat for the Sidechaining. Not sure how to attach an image, but it's fairly basic.
Do you think I should continue with it? I can't tell if it sounds good.
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Sound Design / Re: Best Reverb Plugin?
« on: January 15, 2016, 07:41:15 pm »
Depends. My machine can handle it fine, but if I slap it on a pad or a pluck, and then bounce it to audio, its fine.
Just a warning, though, I woudln't use it for anything else other than ambient places in the mix. Thats just my opinion. Use some of the other Valhalla products if you want that kind of thing.
Just a warning, though, I woudln't use it for anything else other than ambient places in the mix. Thats just my opinion. Use some of the other Valhalla products if you want that kind of thing.
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WIPs / My "twist" on Progressive Trance
« on: January 15, 2016, 07:36:12 pm »
The mix/master isn't close to where I want it to be, but I'm none-the-less diggin' it.
Tell me what you think!
https://www.clowdy.com/ErikF/cz5sv0/wip
Tell me what you think!
https://www.clowdy.com/ErikF/cz5sv0/wip
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Sound Design / Re: Best Reverb Plugin?
« on: January 15, 2016, 07:31:37 pm »
I'm really in love with Valhalla Shimmer right now. I use it specifically for my breakdowns
Here's a good example of what kind of space it can bring: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aoKqWfhMe3o
Here's a good example of what kind of space it can bring: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aoKqWfhMe3o
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Sound Design / Re: Lush trance breakdowns
« on: January 15, 2016, 06:55:19 pm »
I ALWAYS start my breakdowns with a lush pad. Find something you like, add tons of reverb, TONS (obviously, there's a limit).
Making use of white noise sweeps (also with tons of reverb). Listen to this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4z5diz_fTBs, and take note of the use of the white noise. It fills up space and provides that "in between" stage that we so often here during trance.
Another key ingredient in these types of breakdowns is the use of a vocal shot. Adding reverb, transposing different sections of the vocal, and cutting volume in quick "chops".
Here's an example that I used in one of my tracks:
Before: https://soundcloud.com/erikf-2/vocal-effects-before
After: https://soundcloud.com/erikf-2/vocal-effects-after
Message me if you'd like!
Making use of white noise sweeps (also with tons of reverb). Listen to this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4z5diz_fTBs, and take note of the use of the white noise. It fills up space and provides that "in between" stage that we so often here during trance.
Another key ingredient in these types of breakdowns is the use of a vocal shot. Adding reverb, transposing different sections of the vocal, and cutting volume in quick "chops".
Here's an example that I used in one of my tracks:
Before: https://soundcloud.com/erikf-2/vocal-effects-before
After: https://soundcloud.com/erikf-2/vocal-effects-after
Message me if you'd like!
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