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chrisharris

King of Bling
Yep...free porn all over the internet...as much as you can download. But I just need a quick listen on a song I started today.

Particularly,
(1) Sibilance/plosives;
(2) Bass (or lack thereof),
(3) Vox Levels.
(4) Mud.

It's a simple mix, but I gots no speaks...This saves me a ton of time, and I'll try to return the favor.

Thanks,
-chris

IT'S THE LAST SONG IN THE LIST
"DECEMBER"

www.nowhereradio.com/honestmango/singles
 
I thought naughty pictures were the reason the internet existed. Oh yeah, and for getting feedback on our mixes.

I have your song blasting in my headphones-

1) I'm not hearing any bad sibilance or plosives, of course my low end sensitivity is screwed.

2) See above... maybe a little louder in the verse, the high end figures are nice.

3) The vocal level is mostly right on. They get slightly lost here and there, but nothing objectionable. The vocal sound is really nice.

4) Mud, what mud?

I'm hearing what sounds like edits in the guitar tracks. Could be drop outs or my ears. Also, push those BG vocals, they're sweet.
Overall, the sound of this mix is great, kind of raw just the way I like it.

Incredible song, I'm gonna put this one in my keeper folder.

Jon
 
1. No prob here.
2. Got too caught up in the words to listen for bass.
3. Vocals very good, both lead and bkgrnd.
4. Got too caught up in the words to listen for mud.

My conclusion is that it's farking fine as it lays.
Literate, well-structured, emotive.
There are much better ears here as far as mix...

Excellent piece of work!

Mark
 
Excellent song Chris.You had me captivated from beginning to end and thats not and easy thing to do.:) I like the lyrics and the melody.The background vocals are really cool....they could stand to come up just a hair or maybe just add a little highs to let them shine in the background.

This is a really good song in it's stripped down version right now...This would sound good with a full blown band and maybe a female singer on some of the harmony lines....good song man.

To answer your questions:
I didnt hear any sibilance or plosives.

The bass does need a little more presence and definition to my ears.

Lead vocal level sounds about right.Background vocals come come up or maybe add a little presence to them.Not much.

The only thing that sounded muddy was when the background vocals were doing the ahs etc...but that just seems to be a lack of shine to them as I mentioned.

Guitars sound good.

Good job Chris.
 
Jon - I really appreciate the help. (Git edits were done to try to sync up the 2 acoustics more closely - and I was hoping the bass would cover most of it - but my midrange hearing is shot). If you could give her one more spin and point out the more obvious drops, then I promise I'll go see 3 movies that you've worked on, and then...when the credits pop up, I'll scream out something like
..."Dude, That's Jon Tltle!!! No wonder this movie Rocked!!!" I'll bring up the bg vox. (If you haven't done so, you should check out Jon's website at http://members.tripod.com/jontitle/index.htm and listen to his latest creation...dude doesn't even SPEAK espanol, but he can sing the crap out of it).


Mark - The word-man...VERY good to know you could make most of 'em out. I appreciate your opinion on the "finality" issue, and maybe I'll leave it alone...but chances are that sometime in the next few days, I'll think that I can loop some drums that won't annoy people, and I'll try it...and I'll fail miserably.

Kramer - C'mon, man. I can take it. Make me cut 2 or 3 minutes out...I will take no offense. I don't post these for compliments, but yours are appreciated :D Now, if I could only get my vox to sound like yours (check your "reviews" on NWR...still waiting) :D

Thanks...I'm gonna' leave it up for a couple of days to get some more ideas, then I'll totally screw it up forever.

-chris
 
I had no idea...

...there were so many dishonest mangoes out there; you distinguish yourself, sir, by being the only honest one :)

Really nice so far; I am noticing a little bit of extra "air" in the track... I guess that's o.k.? (It's a hissy circuit noise) I do like the hard panned guitars, playing different parts. Your voice is nice, but it seems like your nearly getting ahead of the beat (beat?) sometimes... I'd like a touch more clarity on the vocal track.

The guitars sound nice and full... really well performed.

1) Didn't notice sibilance, or plosives...

2) The guitars provide enough

3) The BGVs could use more level

4) You probably don't have to worry about mud on simple arrangements like this, since you've hard panned the guitars and your vox is all that's left in the middle. If you had mud, it would be because of the way you tracked the guits or voice.

You've got something nice here Chris... by all means... keep goin' :)


Chad
 
Participant Speaks Volumes

Chad -
hahaha - you kinda' indirectly answered a question without intending to. There's actually a bass in there...12o'clock. Guess that could stand to come up a tad! :D

Thanks for taking the time to listen.

-chris
 
By jove, you're right!

Guess I'm not awake yet (day off, slept in like a welfare cheat! :p)
Also adjusting to these new monitors...

Actually, that's why they call it a mix, no? The bass blends so well, I couldn't tell it was there :p Once again, very nice track.


Chad


Edit: Uh... :o ... incase folks didn't get the mango comment, chris' band name seems to be "Honest Mango"
 
its very somber.

is it supposed to be?

it seemed like if they are the best days you would be happier but maybe theres supposed to be irony there?

the guitars sound very nice. youre a good singer too sounds like youre experienced.

the damn player keeps stopping and saying "buffering"! what a pain!

oops! i said a bad word! pls disregard!!!!!!!

:eek:
 
Good song and Im not into country. I like the expression and the vocal performance. I like the mournful, resignedness of the melody. As far as mixing, the vocals could use some more body, maybe a touch of reverb. There seems to be an edginess in the upper mid range bet 1.5 - 4k which is made worse by the lack of lower mids (350-800). It sounds like bad quality EQ or a cheap mic was used on the vocals. Theres also not much bottom to the song in general and the song doesnt sound panned beyond the 35% mark...try panning the harmonies and guitars further out. The soundstage is small.

Overall the vocal perfomance is good and the guitar is appropriate and except for the general EQ issues, not horrible sounding. I would not switch the station if this song came on the radio (a radio ready version). As a frame of reference-- when I drive my left hand is on the wheel and my right is on the radio.

What are you monitoring with?
 
JuSumGoodEars

JuSumPilgrim - Thanks for listening. You asked re EQ on the vox. The only EQ I used was a mid scoop between 2-4K, because I've been told on more than one occasion that my voice has a certain edge to it. I actually tried cutting some more, and it all started to sound like mush. I have never tried boosting low mids on my vocal, so I'm looking forward to seeing how it works. My mic is an "AKG C- something or other" condenser that I got off of Ebay for about $150 bucks. Cheap, yes. I record everything with it. You're obviously right about the bass too (see participant's dialogue, above...he missed the instrument altogether...will come up). As far as the panning, there I'm a little stumped. Gits are at +90 and -90, and fills are at +80 and -80... but this is the first one I've recorded using backups in "fake stereo" (offset by .03) panned 50% each side. I like the fullness it gives to the vox, but I haven't figured out how to run them "off center" yet.

You also asked about monitors. What the hell are those? (this was done yesterday, nothing but headphones. I'm going to dedicate 10 minutes this weekend to hooking up my home JBL's to my 'puter. They won't be 'monitors,' but it's gotta' be better than nothing.

Thanks again for the free ears,
-chris
 
The song has potential. I would re-record the vocals with a decent LDC like a C1 or a V67 which is pretty cheap nowadays, even a B1 would be a much better choice for $80. I assume you have the AKG C1000 which is a harsh mic and not something I would use on anything. That would explain the very edgy upper mids. I dont hear edginess in your voice, your voice should be smooth given the right mic. Lose the C1000 (for $150...ouch!!) and you wont have to worry about EQ.
 
good tune.. nice vocals..


imhop, I would dump the bass, and /or do something else.. very nice tune.. No major complaints.. I think the recording is a bit loud though.. this is pretty high on the levels so if it was on a whole cd, it would probably be just as loud as a song with a full band, and I would think you would want it to be a bit softer/lower in volume.. Not really a complaint, just a suggestion. Very nice tune.. Kinda goes on the same all the way through though.. some air sounds/hiss, like a tape simulator or compressor or something, but it's not a big deal at all.. it is kinda long and not too much changes.

very nice vocal melody and lyrics..
 
chrisharris said:
Kramer - C'mon, man. I can take it. Make me cut 2 or 3 minutes out...I will take no offense. I don't post these for compliments, but yours are appreciated Now, if I could only get my vox to sound like yours (check your "reviews" on NWR...still waiting)
Click to expand...

Nope,it's not too long.I really enjoyed it.Ive listened to it a couple more times after I downloaded it and it's a good song.So you want to ruin your vocals and make them sound like mine huh?LOL.

All you need is a cheap old Peavey 580N microphone and no pre-amp....just plug it straight into the recorder and let er rip.:) Thats about it...I do double a lot of stuff too......I've never seen much importance in high end mics if all Im gonna do is double the thing to start with......Im working on a project with a drummer right now using some of the oldest cheapest mics known to man so I'll let you know how that turns out when we get something worth while done......I guess I do need to buy at least a couple of good microphones some day.:eek: Right now it's just a simple bedroom set-up with el' cheapo everything.:D
 
I think the acoustic guitar sound you got goin' here is nice... real "natural".. the mix is good... but there's some kind of hiss goin' on... it's pretty loud and noticeable in headphones... you might wanna check on that. Otherwise, I'd say it's a good mix.

WATYF
 
Yup, I am Gonna say it: Needs a fuckin fiddle. I own one, but me english elstinko, Roel be smart guy.

Great stuff, really like it. You be needin fiddle. Love this tune.
 
Hello,

Very powerful song sir. I've no kids, am single and you dun gave me chills up the spine with your tune.:)

I doubt these will be helpful comments but,,,,,,,,

The bass is very subtle. I'd say too subtle. Maybe boost it up and in the process, lower the rhythm git on the left and the first git fill on the intro. The song was wonderful on all acounts. I'm trying to focus on the fact that this is a mixing clinic but the song itself still has me in it's grip.

Great stuff Chris.

Theron.
 
JUSUMPILGRIM – I’ve taken a shot at EQ’ing the vox so that I don’t have to:
(1) re-record them; and
(2) buy new stuff for my non-profitable music habit.
(Note: I have no doubt that I’ll do BOTH of these within a week)

SAM – Thanks for listening. Not your bag, I know, which makes it all the more impressive that you took the time to comment. This song has the dynamic volatility of pancake batter…(mmmmm…pancake batter). Several folks commented on the “hissing.” Yeah, that’s tape hiss. I dusted off the old 4-track to try to add some warmth to the guitars…HUGE hassle for a bunch of hiss. My mid-upper range hearing is absolutely shot from standing in front of a snare drum for too many years, so I couldn’t even hear it. Thanks again.

KRAMER – I thought maybe you were doubling your vocals (although it’s damned tough to tell) so I actually tried it in some places with this tune. Mostly, it sounds like a slightly more retarded version of me trying to sing along, but not quite being able to pull it off (not my quote). Maybe I’ll get closer when I know the words a little better. Thanks for the recipe.

WATYF – Man, I totally ripped off all your guitar EQ settings, then I just added “10” to every one. For example, you roll off about 3db @ 400Hz, I pull back 13! (Yes, this means I also boosted 12K by a whopping 16db)…pro’lly didn’t help the hiss factor too much, but I think my git is sounding about 1,000 times better. I’ll keep tweaking with each new recording. BTW – You now have a preset on my ‘puter named after you - “WATYF EQ.” You should somehow make money from this.

DAVID – Your grammar’s getting worse, but your chops are excellent. Sure wish somebody’d volunteer to lay down some strings on this that don’t come in a box. *ahem*

THEREON – You offered your customary blend of encouragement AND enlightenment, which made me do 3 things.
(1) turned bass up 2.5db
(2) turned left git and intro down about 30%
(3) showed your post to my wife.


The new and (hopefully) improved version (complete with “de-hissing”) is up now if any of you care to see if all your advice is worth a crap. :D Actually, I’d appreciate knowing if the hiss is better, since I couldn’t hear it to begin with.

www.nowhereradio.com/honestmango/singles

(*scurries off to add robot-like drum fills and hi-hats that are too loud*)

thanks a ton, ya’ll
-chris
 
great song. great singing. but that's not what you asked about.

(1) Sibilance/plosives - didn't hear any.
(2) Bass - you already heard this. turn it up! i couldn't really hear it.
(3) Vox Levels - like to hear the harmonies just a tiny bit louder. maybe that's just cause they are excellent. they sound pretty nice where they are, but they are of noticably high musical quality and well placed. the lead sounds to me like it might be just a case of not having a good enough mic and vocal channel, but that's a problem that can cause you to justify a sizeable loan from your 401k if you dwell on it too much.
(4) Mud - didn't hear any. but i probably wouldn't know if i did hear it and my own music is most likely muddier than this, so don't take my word for it.

thanks for posting. i really like this song. maybe a little long imo but i have a pretty short attention span which is like 3 - 3.5 minutes ;)
 
If you wait around long enough to see my credit there will be no one left in the theater to hear you. But, if you can find three movies I've done that are worth seeing I dare you.

I'm listening to the new mix... bass and bg vocals are much better louder. Especially those oohs, damn sweet. I'm not hearing the guitar edits anymore.

This is a great song, really nice lyrics (401k's and Roth IRA's). The mood and performance are perfect.

Keep 'em comin'.

Jon
 
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