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[paulisher]

Big enough or too much clutter?

I am a guitar playing solo recording guy right now and I'm new to mixing with strings. I recently bought Kirk Hunter Pop Rock Strings and have been working on getting a good arrangement and mix with it. I layered a synth pad, bowed double bass and bass guitar so there is a lot going on in the bottom end. I have not used EQ on any tracks, they are as I recorded them except for some compression at mix down. I would appreciate any guidance or constructive criticism with this.

https://soundcloud.com/user72650099/from-e-2-u-in-c-1

 

[paulisher]

No opinions on this song???

 

[Mr Clean]

Sounds very nice. I don't know what else to say.

 

[bendingrover]

Listened to your tune. You got skills mate. The only thing I'd change is that little percussion you got going on at the beginning. It keeps throwing me off from the overall vibe. Maybe by pullling it down a few dB it'll fit perfectly.

 

[paulisher]

Thanks for listening. Don't know what else to say other than I appreciate it.

 

[paulisher]

Good point bendingrover I'll give it another listen with that in mind, thanks.

 

[paulisher]

Ok bendingrover I took your advice to heart and remixed this song. I think you were absolutely right about the intro percussion part and I found some other levels that I thought needed taming.
Here it is if anyone gives a hoot: Paul Beard Songs | ReverbNation

 

[bendingrover]

Yep. IMO it's better. Congrats, top job!

 

[paulisher]

Thanks, BTW I love the way you phrase things. Australian?