Final session "Give Up"

[M.Brane]

This song needs a better snare sound. Something higher pitched with more ring, and less strainer.

I think the bass could have a bit more punch too.

The vocals are cool, but considering the subject matter of the tune should be more up front. I don't just mean volume. Maybe a better way to put it is more in-your-face.

































Or maybe just turn down the guitar a bit.

 

[jake-owa]

Yeah I remember the hotter gtrs in this, and the vocals were a little blurry. If it were mine, it be in the "done pile" for sure. Sounds damn great to me, that intro fade on the right guitar was spot on! Damn i had an original sansamp at one time..may have to get another one, i like that tone. What single mic did you use on the cymbals? They sound incredible! Damn nice recording, very easy on the ears..great song

ADK A 51 on cymbals.

Thanks, yeah I like the guitar intro. I think one track of guitar on this is miced and one is direct. I almost always try to get two distinct guitar sounds.

 

[jake-owa]

Cool tune!
I think the vocals could be a little crisper, more like the rest of the tracks. Nice crunchy sound.

Ramones fan?

I wouldnt say fan...I've listened, I like. I don't own any albums though.

I've reahed a stopping point on this. Some things could be better and thanks for the criticism everyone.

I will come back to this to nail the vocal sound someday in the future....it's too early, I'm maxed out on this.

 

[jake-owa]

This song needs a better snare sound. Something higher pitched with more ring, and less strainer.

I think the bass could have a bit more punch too.

The vocals are cool, but considering the subject matter of the tune should be more up front. I don't just mean volume. Maybe a better way to put it is more in-your-face.

































Or maybe just turn down the guitar a bit.

I'm really happy with the instrument sounds now. I chose that snare to be my regular kit sound, I really dig it. I feel the music and mix are really close to what I want. I will resing the vocal when I can handle to hear the song all the way through again.
I agree the vocal needs to be more vital and in your face.

 

[Kramer]

High Quality Mix Jake.Nice doubling of the vocals......drums and guitars sound great.....this is one tight mix...good to see you out of the cave doing something constructive with your time.

 

[fprod south]

Sorry to catch this after it hit the "done pile", so I'll just say good work. Your tunes have a very unique way of coming accross as slick and rough at the same time. I like it!