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    Metal mix critique required

    Hello guys. I'm in the process of mixing new songs and I'd like some feedback on this particular track. My man concern would be the snare, but maybe I'm overthinking it because it fits the style. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks in advance...
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    Recording bass with compression

    Hello guys, I'm about to record bass for an album and I've been wondering if you find my approach correct. OK, here's the rig: BASS --> Compressor --> Bass Attack --> DAW --> Computer I'm using the bass attack as a DI Box, one signal goes crystal clean and the other have some distortion and EQ...
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    Help with my guitar rig: pedalboard issue

    Hello guys, I've been using a pedal-board form a time now and although I like the way is set, I have some concerns that the order of the pedals might be hurting my signal. As you will see in the diagram below, I split my signal in order to use two amps instead of one. The issue is that from time...
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    Recording guitars for re-amping

    Hello guys, I'll be recording guitars at home in order to re-amp the tracks in the studio. This is my rig: Guitar --> Passive DI Box --> Tube preamp --> Interface --> Software Do you think it's advisable to use the preamp or should I go directly into the interface? Guitar --> Passive DI Box -->...
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    Infection - "Acrotomophile Mutilator"

    Acrotomophile Mutilator is the title of the new Infection album, which was released today! Without departing from their roots, the band has incorporated a scoop of melodic and technical elements that will shine thanks to a crisp yet organic production. Mastered at Massive Mastering by John...
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    Egg and chicken question

    Hey guys, I'm in a dilemma right now and have so many questions I don't know where to start. Well, our band had independently recorded a second full-length album, which is ready for replication. This time we would like to approach a label and try to expand our music. My plan is to prepare nice...
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    Beats by Dre, what's the hype?

    Hey guys, did you have the chance to try Drm Dre cans? I really have my doubts on this kind of products sponsored by artists. What I'd like to know if they can compete, in terms of sound fidelity, to the most well-established brands like AKS, Sennheiser or Bose.
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    Which kick is better? Drummers' help required!

    Hey guys, I'm undecided about which EQ for the kick should I use for this instrumental song. The first one cuts nice in the mix, but the second one has a fuller sound. Any ideas or advises? https://soundcloud.com/infectionmetal/kicktest001 https://soundcloud.com/infectionmetal/kicktest002...
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    Ready to master? Mix Saturator question.

    Hey guys, thanks a lot for your tips and comments. I'm finishing my project and I'm seriously considering sending the mixes to a mastering facility. I saved some money so I can afford the service. Here's the thing: I applied a PSP Mix Saturator 2 on the master fader and I like the result, for...
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    Instrumental mix

    Hello guys, I'd like to know if you find this metal mix balanced. There's something else, do you think the guitar tone is appropriated or do you reckon it needs more gain? https://soundcloud.com/infectionmetal/mix-test-001 Thanks in advance!
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    Which distortion on this mix is better?

    Hey guys, I'm currently mixing a death metal album. Since the original signal was re-amped, I have different possibilities for the guitars. So, here you can hear the same excerpt using different microphones: Shure SM-57 (Peavey Bravo 112)...
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    Metal mix! Comments or suggestions will be welcomed.

    Hey there guys. I'm working on this metal track. I'd like to know if you have some comments or suggestions to improve it. My only concern is the bass right now, I think is too up-front. Other than that, I think guitars are distinguishable on the mix, which is something I struggled to achieve...
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    Help me choose between two mixes

    Hello guys, I was wondering if you could help me to choose one of these mixes for a metal song? Any other suggestion will be welcomed. https://soundcloud.com/infectionmetal/tetrodotoxin-mix-test-001 https://soundcloud.com/infectionmetal/tetrodotoxin-mix-test-002 Thanks in advance!
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    Home "mastered" track

    Hello guys, some time ago I posted some of my "mastered" tracks here and you gave me some tips to improve it. This is a small excerpt of what I have right now. When I A/B my final file against a commercial tune from the same genre I can notice that mine is quieter. At the same time, I also...
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    A/B Comparison: Mix and Master

    Hey guys, I finished mixing the tracks for my band's new album. I'd like to hear some impression on the master of one particular song: Mix https://soundcloud.com/infectionmetal/infection-acrotomophile Master https://soundcloud.com/infectionmetal/infection-acrotomophile-1 What do you think...
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    With a little help of my (metalhead) friends. Mix review.

    Hey guys, I think I finished mixing all the tracks of our new album. However, I've been working a lot on it and I need a fresh perspective, hope you can help me before I take them to master. Just in case, I haven't applied any kind of maximizer on the master fader so you need to turn the volume...
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    Metal track mix comparison

    Hey guys. I finally found a proper place to mix, so I'm tuning my early mixes before mastering. I'm attaching here two songs (previous and after). Any thoughts on these new mixes? I added some gain to the guitars and balanced the bass and vocals. Wish You Were Dead (Again)...
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    Use one song's mix as a reference for the other songs

    Hello guys, this is an issue I've been trying to solve for a long time. I'm mixing an album of 11 songs. Let's say I mix a song and I'm happy with the results. Since all the songs have the same tracks, is it possible to use the same volumes of my original session and apply them to the other...
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    Sound Culture - One minute composition

    Hello guys. I'm actually studying a Master of Arts at the University of The Arts Bremen. I'm enrolled in an interesting course called "Sound Culture." As part of the program, students are required to present three assignments. The first one consist of a one minute composition. The only...
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    INFECTION: Death Metal band from Peru

    Hey there, headbangers of the world! I proudly present our band's new website, full of information, photos, and music: www.infectionmetal.com Yes, we have a Facebook too. Feel free to push the fabulous "Like" button if you happen to find our music enjoyable: www.facebook.com/infectionmetal...
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