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Hello there,

Newbie on the way, just started mixing a year ago on my own songs and learning on the go so to speak, so my mixing skills might not be the sharpest

I found this forum and I listened to a good few mixes already and songs ,feeling a bit intimidated afterwards though:o

So putting a song in the wild world of mixing and closing my eyes lol

Thanks a lot for listening

CryCookie

https://soundcloud.com/crycookie/my-memorys-gone
 
Welcome to HR! Interesting sound and vocal accent you have going there!
There's not much low end in the mix - the kick sounds like a cardboard box because there's no low frequency component, and the bass is practically non-existent. How are you listening to your mixes?
At around 1:30, there a sound thing going on each side, not sure if its a guitar or VSTi thing, but neither side is in synch with the other or the song itself, and then they just disappear as fast as they came in.
 
Welcome to the MP3 Clinic. I hope you'll listen to some of the tracks others have posted. We are trying to build up the clinic on reciprocity--post tracks for comments, give comments to others.

I think your song is promising. You have a good voice, which you probably know already. I liked the melody but thought it could be developed and refined in places. I particularly liked the transition that begins around 0:40. Mix-wise, as already noted the low end is non-existent. The voice is the centerpiece and needs to cut through more clearly, and the lyrics need to be heard. In my opinion they are too low in the mix. There is a part midway through when the electric guitar crowds the vocal. As attractive as the synth and guitar parts are, they need to compliment the voice, not get in its way. If you are interested in suggestions on composition, I would suggest more dynamics on the vocal. The vocal stays in the same register--musically, emotionally--for the duration of the song. And while it is appealing, I would like to hear you break out of that register at least once, to create more excitement in the track. If you revise or remix, please post so we can hear the changes.
 
The voice is the star of this song. It is an engaging voice, and I want to hear it more.

The arrangement is very busy, but this need not be so overwhelming if you use the sounds as textures rather than each trying to be a solo.

I would like to hear more of the harmonies.

Others have noted a lack of bass. However, I'm actually hearing a good bottom end on the kick, and I was wondering whether it could be less bouncy.

I like the song.
 
Yeah vocals are great. Whole song is really nice, I really like the arrangement. The lead guitar and lead synth meander a bit at times though and it's kind of distracting. Also everything seems really hollowed out some reason. Sounds like Gecko's got it figured out, some low end would definitely help. I would try the EQ again from start, maybe use a pair of headphones or a different room this time.
 
Very nice tune. Definitely love the voice! When the song first hit, I thought, "Oh, no. Harsh mix." But it immediately became clear it was just a grab your attention couple notes at the beginning. Very nicely done, that.
The voice sounded a bit swirly when it first came in, but I got used to it by the third or fourth line. Really sounds good.
The bottom end...well, that's been covered.
The distortion (assuming guitar) part just before the minute mark and on, is a bit loud in the mix. Possibly my personal taste?
No one mentioned, but the end of the song cuts abruptly, is this a render thing (I sometimes set my render start or stop to the wrong spot) or are you jumping into a different song at that point?

Really love this song after several listens. It's very well written.


Oh, and welcome! :)
 
Hi mjbphotos :)

Thanks a lot for your feedback, I will fix the low as you recommended, I do have some difficulties balancing them . On the guitars part, I have listened to it and indeed they don't sound right, I have 3 guitar layers on different tones so could be that one is out of sync,will check that too .

I use my studio monitor at the start of the mix then use a B&W zeppelin as monitor speakers .
 
Robus said:
Welcome to the MP3 Clinic. I hope you'll listen to some of the tracks others have posted. We are trying to build up the clinic on reciprocity--post tracks for comments, give comments to others.

I think your song is promising. You have a good voice, which you probably know already. I liked the melody but thought it could be developed and refined in places. I particularly liked the transition that begins around 0:40. Mix-wise, as already noted the low end is non-existent. The voice is the centerpiece and needs to cut through more clearly, and the lyrics need to be heard. In my opinion they are too low in the mix. There is a part midway through when the electric guitar crowds the vocal. As attractive as the synth and guitar parts are, they need to compliment the voice, not get in its way. If you are interested in suggestions on composition, I would suggest more dynamics on the vocal. The vocal stays in the same register--musically, emotionally--for the duration of the song. And while it is appealing, I would like to hear you break out of that register at least once, to create more excitement in the track. If you revise or remix, please post so we can hear the changes.
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Thanks a lot for your time I will definitely listen and will comment :) I will check the balance/gain on the instruments and vocals. Regarding the vocals I will give it a try and see how it fits. will keep you updated definitely. thanks so much
 
Hi easlern :)

Thank you for time and for listening, greatly appreciate it.

Thank for your feedback too,will check the gains for the guitar and synth. the holllowed out thing I understand what you mean will EQ and see if it improves
 
Hi BroKen_H

Thank you for your warm welcome :)

You are right concerning the end of the song , did not pay attention to it to be honest, I will check that again
 
Nice song! Pretty much agree with what others have said. I also notice that the bass is rushing pretty consistently after 1:18, but a couple spots dragging a little also. I would maybe take a look at that.

The synth wooshey-weeie-whooie-weeie thing is not my cuppa tea, but I think you do need something in there. Others seem to like it but it's distracting to me.

Good work. Keep it up!
 
Hi einstein magoo :)

I do agre with you on the synth part, it did bothered me too, The first mix of the song did not have the guitars so it was ok but I soon as I added the guitars the effect the synth brought was not the same though. Thought I would remove it at least on some part, but I can be quiet stubborn, ah at least now I have the confirmation I needed to do something about it :D

I will definitely check the bass part as you suggested. Thanks a lot for listening and your feedback greatly appreciate it
 
Hello there,

I would like first to thanks everybody for their feedback Which have been very helpful(I forgot to mention that the first sample was my attempt to mastering, this one its just the mix)

I have made some changes on the mix, on the low end and the kick. I removed one of the synth and cut the part of the guitars that were not in sync.(not sure on the result on this though).Still need to find some time to re-do the bass but will definitely do it.

https://soundcloud.com/crycookie/my-memorys-gone-2

Thanks a lot for listening :)
 
Crycookie said:
Hello there,

Newbie on the way, just started mixing a year ago on my own songs and learning on the go so to speak, so my mixing skills might not be the sharpest

I found this forum and I listened to a good few mixes already and songs ,feeling a bit intimidated afterwards though:o

So putting a song in the wild world of mixing and closing my eyes lol

Thanks a lot for listening

CryCookie

https://soundcloud.com/crycookie/my-memorys-gone
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It sounds familiar. Always a good sign.

The mix is equally good.

Lowest frequency is the bass? Interesting.
 
This is a better mix than the first one. I can hear the bass now. The guitar fits better too. It's a good song. Made me think of Dido--never a bad thing, that. I agree that the bass is ahead of the beat in places. There was something strange going on with the vocal--like a kind of electronic sibilence. Like the reverb was emphasizing the "s" sounds or something. Could it be some flanging between the main vocal and the double?
 
Woah, bass is here! :D I think you can bring it down a bit now and be okay. I feel like some mids might still be missing? Listening on some standard headphones. (Mix 2)
 
Robus said:
There was something strange going on with the vocal--like a kind of electronic sibilence. Like the reverb was emphasizing the "s" sounds or something. Could it be some flanging between the main vocal and the double?
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The swirlyness I was talking about in my first post is more prominent in the new mix. Vocalist is French? (these two statements are not related, just curious about the accent)
I personally like the fat, rich bass being at that volume in the mix. It is a bit loud, but it sounds good there and doesn't muddy up the mix.
 
@ Broken_H , indeed you are correct about the accent ,I'm French :D I will definitely recheck the swirlyness, Thank you for your feedback :)

@ easlern, hehe Glad to hear the bass is back :D will definitely check the mids as I have a bad habit of skimming them

@ dobro ,hehe ah I probably should have clarify a bit better: I need to do the bass track again(this is for a separate issue of the bass being out of sync in some part of the mix) but worked already separately on the low frequency...well I think I have confused myself there :)

Will check on the above and post it once done . Thanks a lot to everybody For your feedback and comments they are really helpful
 
The song has a good groove and vibe to it. Singing was good.

It starts pretty abruptly.

There is kind of a buildup in the 2K-4K octave. Everything is clustered there.

The mix could use a little stronger low end.

The drums get hard to hear with the other tracks are playing.

I would work with synth and guitar tones that are a little less harsh. I'd turn them down just a bit. That will give the vocal some space.
 
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