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https://clyp.it/0e0ezsnt
This is my first time trying Downtempo type stuff with a lot of bass
I did it today, pls input
>>64482040
it's not bad
definitely needs to be mastered tho
I'M NEW AT THIS, LET ME KNOW WHAT YOU THINK TITS
https://clyp.it/p3w4hzs5
https://clyp.it/a4jxwmto
>>64482155
well duh silly
>>64481590
none of those mega links work
First track that I like
how bad?
an hero?
https://clyp.it/whshszq4
Also what should I do with this track?
https://clyp.it/5pi1bc2x
>>64482182
Really good
But I know nothing about music production
https://clyp.it/xbsfejbk
what do you think?
not the type of shit usually in these threads but for those of u who listen to muddy lofi dreampopy noise bs how does this sound
https://clyp.it/ppfczd1y
>>64482040
>https://clyp.it/0e0ezsnt
please use audacity to amplify it next time
It's kinda boring imo
I like the drums tho.
>>64482040
>https://clyp.it/0e0ezsnt
you are my angel
>>64482182
not that bad if you really are new to this.
It's great that you don't use loops and samples and go straight to drums and synths, I like that.
>>64482710
Delet this.
& Keep grindin you'll get better with time.
>>64482919
what is this?
>>64483510
proper mix and this would be a beauty...
>>64483786
did you record this?
>>64483677
I mix/master when I have the final product down, personally. I dnt like amping it at this stage, makes it sound gross, just turn your volume up senpai.
wht would I do to make it not boring for you?
>>64483786
ty(?)
>>64483883
you just amp the levels to 0db it doesnt sound different
add a little background pad or use automations for delay or phase to make it sound more dynamic
>>64484157
I was thinking of adding an airy light pad in a higher octave.
>>64484246
yah thats what I thought
>>64482710
I don't know why the other guy shit on your track. I think it's actually really good from like 0:00 to 1:07. Everything after that kind of sucks and doesn't progress at all. Also not really a fan of the random vocal samples. But I could see the intro being an intro to a true professional track.
As for the second track, IDK.
https://clyp.it/5keydhia
>>64484959
the gross beat sounds, well, gross. Do it subtly or don't do it at all, or don't use presets.
>>64485103
>don't use presets.
the greatest thing to do is let go of presets and learn synthesis
you sound way more unique making your own sounds
>>64485187
I somewhat agree, I use presets, but only for a base sound, and edit the fuck out of them. If there is a preset you know has a base sound you want, use it, I don't see why not.
>>64485103
Most listeners don't know what gross beat is.
>>64485398
And? still sounds wonky, esp when used constantly. Automate it.
I do think people in /prod/ notice things most wouldn't tho, and we nitpick, oh well.
>>64482710
Keep practicing, my man.
>>64482919
Sounds interesting. Like some Blank Banshee shit.
anyone ever been on an audio production private tracker? like Audionews or TheAudioScene. are they worth donating to get an invite?
>>64485365
atleast edit it imo and its fine
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-D43tFgIeM
how do i make the bass at 0:20?
>>64485591
no 99% of the stuff is on rutracker
>>64483510
This may be a subjective opinion, but I feel like you're throwing a really good song down the drain. Why would anybody purposefully fuck up a mix in this manner? The bitcrush gimmick makes the final product just catastrophic. Again, may just be personal taste, if you're in to toaster music that's on you, but I think it's a waste of well written music.
>>64483677
>please use audacity to amplify it next time
Good god what the fuck no never do this.
Use VST compressors/maximizers in-DAW after export for mastering. If your levels are microscopic even before export, you're not properly gain-staging.
>>64482919
This is fucking wonderful. What do you typically use for your sounds?
>>64482710
>>64482182
take piano lessons
>>64485398
Stop denying good crit. They're right, the drums are completely atrocious. The track could be great with better samples and compression.
>>64486131
It's a saw/square mix with a tiny bit of white noise ran through tube distortion and cut hi's. Probably the most retarded request for a sound I've seen here. Jesus man.
https://clyp.it/3e3y2ulb
Working on a mates film soundtrack. It's some aliens shieeeet.
I think I might actually be a retard when it comes to composition.
I have a really easy time making simple loop doodles which I like. But it's extremely rare that I'm able to imagine what could possible come "next" or how to transition to a new segment.
I have a folder of like thirty 10-second loops that I think could each be turned into cool songs but I am unable to transition them to anything else without it sounding horribly wrong.
I'm sure other people have similar problems but I haven't been able to find any resources to help.
>>64487412
Just keep making them loops.
I advise you to split them up more when you save them. Have some loops of drums, some loops of keys etc. Don't save loops of all instrumentation all at once.
Then later throw all this shit in a loop sequencer and go to town. Will be easier if the parts are seperate.
Also remember to smoke weed _every_ day.
>>64487147
I am >>>64482919
For this one I used a bunch of samples from Mario Kart 64 and sped them up
>>64487412
Practice recreating songs you like. Same as piano or guitar. Pay attention to how different parts connect and you'll start building instincts.
>>64487412
Oh and the stage you're in is totally normal. Everyone has a notebook/directory filled with little ideas. This is a good thing.
I bought Reason.
https://clyp.it/bgw3iivn
what do you think?
https://clyp.it/32252oci
its the first piece i spent more than an hour on and not giving up on
how do you like it so far?
no bully i only know semester one theory and only basic knowledge of fl studio plugins and mastering
>>64487412
Familia, this is nothing new to this community. We feel your feel. The loop cycle is a dark road to failure and the only way to veer off the path is to break out of our comfort zone; constantly, and begrudgingly. Produce in your least favorite genre of music, yet simultaneously, pursue creating music of the liking's of what you love and listen to every day. Oh, also, listen moar. Listen to all and any kinds of music all the fucking time.
A typical issue with someone in the loop cycle is they fabricate these imaginary confinements under which they adhere to during production. That's the beautiful thing about /prod/ friend, there are no fucking rules! Write a 5 measure chord change, produce in 6/8 time signature, concoct absurd melodies that don't make any sense, synthesize your own sounds and samples from scratch! You already said you just keep these loops in a folder so what does it matter if it sucks? The cycle is something I struggle with to this day and I've been at this for about 3 years. Your musical palate deserves better. That's why we all do this shit anyway, we want to be a part of it. So just keep going.
Been learning how to use DAWs in the last few weeks to put down compositions. Still really new to actually putting stuff together.
https://clyp.it/yuc04wmj
https://clyp.it/uebehdqn
new to making music
what think of this? still unfinished but i just got ableton, still learning
>>64487147
Yeah I have no clue what I'm doing with compression/mastering etc. What could I do to improve the drums?
>>64488047
Sounds like a collection of unrelated tracks in the same bpm. Lack over all unification. Keep working at, you'll get better.
>>64487850
>no bully
I mean I don't know how to suggest you make changes to the piece because it's just not a piece yet. Just keep practicing?
>>64487780
There's no tension. It's like a straight line musically. Just because you have dynamic levels does not mean you have a dynamic song. The chords go nowhere making it extremely forgettable. They might as well not be there. Think about one of your favorite songs. Why is it memorable? What makes it stand out from the sea of bland saturation that is our music culture. Try to recreate that same essence.
>>64488040
I like it. Maybe find some foley of forests or rain and subtly layer it under the main tracks to fill in gaps in frequency. It sounds a tad empty as of now. I've noticed natural foley can give more straightforward tracks like this a whole world of character.
>>64488203
Definitely some less vomit-inducing samples. Also maybe mess around with layering. I dunno man fuck just lurk moar
Couple of questions, /prod/.
Whats a good plugin to use for some saturation?
Any tips on how to stop a rap instrumental from sounding stale after a while? I know its missing lyrics therefore a lot of the content, but should I keep adding or just wait and see if the vox fill it out?
>>64487780
sounds really muddy, clean up dem mids boi!
>>64487778
>I bought Reason.
You better be rich nigga.
>>64488554
>gangnam style has more than twice this many views
I think I'm done?
https://clyp.it/20oht2d0
Master sounds fine 2 me, but i've been at it all day, can anyone else say?
Hey /prod/
How you guys doin?
>>64489048
okay, reply to this u nerd
>>64488661
>>64488661
>>64489062
yer a nerd too anun
check your song's comments.
>>64489062
there's not that much flanger! only in the mid bit
ty, I forgot clyp had comments.
>>64489179
>>64489160
>wrong reply
ree its late
Hello?
https://clyp.it/rdyphxbs
>>64488661
It feels sparse. That rhythm pick up around 3mins need to happen earlier and develop more. But beyond song structure, it sounds good and I dig that tone.
>>64489179
sure. It just felt like a lot.
How do you pronounce Flanger?
Flayen-ger?
Flan-ger?
I can never seen to figure it out.
>>64489196
commented
>>64489210
Song structure to me is really subjective, I personally love tracks that are minimal yet build and then burst towards the end. I don't do it every time but here I did. I can see why it'd off put people, they get that dancy part and it only last a few seconds. If I did live shows I might remix shit but meh
ty for ur commentz
Flan-jur
thank you google plugin, but why?
>>64489270
I totally get that. Minimal stuff can be really off putting to most, especially when not knowing what to expect.
Np senpai, keep it up.
>>64489267
>commented
lowkey, i'm fucking stoked that someone took the time to write a serious response. i was at a show the other night and one of the artists was using heavily distorted bass synths and i was blown away. I'm mainly drawing inspiration from that, I get what you mean though that it isn't very consistent.
When I'm uploading to clyp, since it converts my file to mp3 anyway is there any point uploadng a wav or am I just better to upload an mp3 (I bounce both) to save time?
>>64489615
just use mp3
>>64489588
it was asked, i did it. I try to take music some what serious. Right now I'm experimenting in FL
>>64489679
>FL
Lit, senpai. I used that on my other pc. On this, I only have LMMS though. How do you like it?
>>64488661
Tragically bland. The main bass is the most pathetic attempt at sound design I've ever heard in my life. But hey, it's only mostly unlistenable in comparison to this >>64489196
>>64489732
LOOK! He is shitposting again!
>>64489270
>Song structure to me is really subjective
well memed friendo
>>64489754
pic related
>>64489694
I've used FL since 9. I've used tried 12. don't goto 12. It will make you wanna kill yourself and fast. 11 is best so far.
I love it. I've tried LMMS and it's just not my style. It's very confusing and seems a bit mixed up all over the place.
https://clyp.it/user/bhro2hvt
BY the way, any one wanna talk in discord? I still have my daw thread discord some people chat in on occasion, it's just sitting there, lonely.
>>64482040
>https://clyp.it/0e0ezsnt
my dude, grats, you've gone and made the opening for the ilive action sanik movie ost, in a bad way
>>64482040
>>64482710
both of you are collabing on this sanik live action ost, in a bad way
Since when did /prod/ become a place where people post SIMPLY EPIK comments rather than actual constructive criticisms?
Wasn't like this 3 months ago
Thinking about my next piece of hardware to get. Octatrack, 404SX, or OP-1?
>>64489924
What's your current hardware
>>64489935
Only got Ableton+Push2. Looking for something that would complement my setup.
>>64489921
We have been. I gave my 2 cents on 2 guys so far
>>64489948
Wht do u wanna do senpai? if ur gonna buy hardware ask yourself "what do I wanna do/need most"
>>64489964
Well, based on the hardware choices above, I want to make some fucked up mangled sample modifications..
>>64489921
Boo fucking hoo nigwit. Positive affirmation does what exactly? Makes someone feel nice then fades not long after. If we aren't giving honest criticism here, then what the fuck are we doing? If someone's track is a heaping pile of shit, they should know.
>>64490027
I make rhythmic noise industrial btw..
>>64490040
Okay, but give them ACTUAL constructive criticism. Saying something sounds like an opening to a live action sonic film (what), is the most idiotic thing ever. No one could get an idea of why that is bad or what to do to possibly fix that. I know it's cancerpost but please.
>>64490069
>Saying something sounds like an opening to a live action sonic film
dude, that is a fucking insult from hell. Sonic is a god damn meme all over 4chan
GATTA GOO FEST!
Come on... If someone said that to me, I'd just delete it at that point. And dude, you are all sorts of mad. Calm down bro.
https://clyp.it/yhn5qgab
it needs something I just dont know what. I listen to my fav monstercat artists and im dumbfounded how professional it sounds and I need to take little steps to achieve excellent sound. im wondering if i should add a bassline or something else. WIP
YOURE FUCKING A WHITE MALE
>>64490285
utter shit
>>64490374
thanks!
>mfw finally piecing together a drum set after years of wanting to play
Cant wait to start recording once I can play. So many possibilities
>>64490285
>not putting acid in your name to be edgy
anon amino, come on man.
>>64490069
Valid. Sanic guy isn't me tho. I'm >>64490040
>>64490285
Pure meme-ery. 'Ppreciate the keks
>>64490435
Oh dude drum sets are the best. Don't get high hopes about usable recorded audio unless you have a designated studio-type room with proper acoustic treatment. Best thing about having a drum set for me is just getting a better understanding of rhythm, note velocity, and dynamics.
>>64490452
ill do it next time
>>64490472
ill make more meme music i promise
>>64490516
>Don't get high hopes about usable recorded audio unless you have a designated studio-type room with proper acoustic treatment
I've got some experimental things in mind that sorta require shit recordings but I will soon have studio time available at the school my pianist goes to
Gonna be so much fun to just play though I should have started years ago
>>64490545
>I've got some experimental things in mind that sorta require shit recordings
Know exactly what you mean. Sounds like a blast man best of luck.
>>64490539
blese it gibes me life
what do yall think about this beat? its a wip
https://clyp.it/bhzhk2zg
Can somebody recommend a small battery powered midi controller for my ghetto rig?
>>64492561
FL studio? cause they have a midi controller on the play store, yes it's free
>>64492693
Nah, needs to be hardware with a USB and 5 pin out.
https://soundcloud.com/mjiggidy/disappointing-people
>jotting down ideas
>>64492724
Damn dude, I really like this. It's all you?
https://soundcloud.com/mjiggidy/whisp
>drugs
my track's percussion is almost entirely done in newscool. think people will be able to tell and will expose me as a hack that didn't program it all by hand?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g5warlElCCI
I FUCKING NEED ELEKTRON GEAR
Need brutally brutal criticism on the vocals here
https://clyp.it/dyqaqc5w
>>64490285
You can't be serious
1.
>Making something in FL Studio
>Close and save it - window pops up
>Channels will be deleted when you open the project next time because you used demo versions of plugins
>Can't cancel, FL closes
>Reopen it, everything is gone until I buy the plugins
And this is what I get for using original FL Studio. Should have just continued using pirated version with full setup. I'm really negatively surprised how much of a jerks they are.
What am I supposed to do now? Where can I find torrents of Harmor, Harmless, Sakura and the other default plugins? There are not much torrents left on TPB and KAT.
Fuck me if I won't switch to pirated version...
2.
Anyway, I noticed that I have really started to understand audio production better since I started analyzing finished FL projects. Anybody has some source for more stuff?
3.
Ok, one more thing. I have a lead synth with 3 voices. Is it better to slice those melodies in separate channels or keep all of it together and double them with some more different synths?
I really don't understand how I should mix synths and make them sound good together, also how to know what works together and what types to combine. I need tutorials on this, guys.
>>64494083
How are you fucking up FL that bad dude? It's not that complicated. Just reinstall it.
>>64490040
>nigwit
I'm ashamed anyone replied seriously to this obvious 13 year old, come on /prod/
>>64494134
What am I fucking up? This version has only demo versions of the mentioned plugins. It is registered.
I mean, if that's the problem I can reinstall it no problem, but I didn't think that's the reason.
https://soundcloud.com/iceheist/yawnnn
A track i worked on a few days ago what y'all think about the track and the mix?
>>64494284
Don't ever try and register a cracked/pirated program
That is odd but if you can locate FL 11 you're basically fine
>>64494316
Don't post soundcloud links if you dont want to get called a dumbass. Use Clyp.it
>>64494349
>Clyp.it
Thanks dude
https://clyp.it/v0xg42df
>>64494349
No, I have a legit license for producer edition.
>>64494438
Oh shit. That's neat so if you paid for it, call them up.
Goys, I noticed that Sonar Artist/Steam Edition is 30% off on steam. Is it a good way to start?
Hey guys, I'm an 18 years old producer from Germany and this is my first uploaded EDM track on soundcloud:
https://soundcloud.com/vpofficial/the-beginning
Feedback would be awesome, thank you!
NEWFAGS TO THIS THREAD:
Do not post your soundcloud.
A. you will be ignored
B. you will be made fun of and called an attention whore
C. all of the above?
use clyp.it instead
>>64494597
wow this is really good. cant believe youre only 18
https://clyp.it/ehlmyh4v
made some changes. feedback?
>>64494630
Thank you very much!
>>64494628
What is the problem? I just want to get feedback. Why shouldn't I use SoundCloud?
>>64494556
A-anyone?
>>64494826
If it's private, then it's fine. If it's not, it's self-advertisement. Go to the /sc/ threads for that
>>64495129
It depends on what u want to do. I personally don't like Sonar, I'd prefer FL Studio, Pro Tools, Studio One or Logic Pro. Maybe there is a trial you can try out?
Do you know of a vst that reverses?
>>64495750
Reaper
https://clyp.it/2n4gevfu
Started making electronic music about 8 months ago
>>64495214
Learning for the moment then maybe compose some stuff for me or maybe to attentionwhore.
Also I've noticed that literally nobody talks about the latest Sonar on internet yet they rank it pretty high. Did they really fuck up that bad with X1/X2? Because seems like most old users stopped using it since then. Also, what are your reasons to prefer other DAWs?
>>64494628
Why not just call peoples attention to the op? no need to be so edgy about it
Also funny that you're demonstrably wrong within a few posts
>>64496117
There is no real reason. It's just that I just them and they are not reasonless the leading daws. In my opinion Logic is the best daw - and the cheapest. But it only runs on Mac...
>>64496182
Logic is not the best.
Coming from a Logic user, you can only use 64 bit AUs. fucking sucks whenever you try to get anything useful for your projects and it's not compatible.
>>64496269
And everyone is always giving ableton shit for not bridging 64/32bit like they're the only ones lol
>>64488529
People shit on it but Sausage Fattener can add a certain something to a track if used very sparingly.
>>64489048
Eh
>>64489267
Flan-ger
>>64496182
I use logic, ableton and pro tools. Prefer logic
>>64496269
I think Logic is the best. All I need runs 64 bit (Sylenth, Native Instruments and so on) and I have 32 Lives, a 32 bit wrapper which works like a charm.
>>64496269
Also you can set up a bridge
>>64496813
I have 32 Lives and sylenth1 won't work, so i guess salt
>>64497055
Superhero works just fine for me. Go into applications, right click logic and go to properties. Click "enable 32bit bridge" or something similar
>>64494597
All EDM is uninspired trash and yours is no exception.
>>64497146
I thought they removed that?
>>64497146
I use X so it doesn't work man
I keep adding folders on ableton and the wav files just don't show up
What am I doing wrong lads
is virtual sound stage and altiverb enough for me if i'm trying to do orchestral shit?
>>64497360
>>64497386
That's why I never "upgraded"
>>64497166
I agree
>>64497166
>i dont like the genre of music you make so much that i make retarded generalizations like this one, but let me offer my opinion on your song anyways like it would mean anything after that
>>64491963
Surprisingly nice actually. Wasn't expecting that. I like the tone of the piece a lot. To maybe embrace it even further try doing some soothing solo thing.
Vid related is what I envisioned would be fuckin noice to add. It's @ 1:51 forward.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kLIy9wxWCh8
>>64487412
The thing that I find is that I'll write some chord changes on piano that sound good, but then if I start layering stuff on that 2 or 4 bar loop, it will never be anything more than a loop. What I need to do instead is write one set of chord changes, the "A" part, then write more sets of chord changes, the "B" and "C" parts, and only then do I start layering stuff on top of all of them like melodies and bass lines. It's like expand your song horizontally first, then vertically.
>>64488554
I feel like running arbitrary executables from warez distributors is like asking for viruses, or keyloggers, or one of those things where they siphon off a fraction of your CPU time for bitcoin mining and botnet purposes.
>>64498196
>I got called out on producing generic trash
>this deeply upsets me
>>64493387
>brutally brutal criticism
First, I have no idea what he's saying so that would be a mixing issue, but it's more than just that. It contrasts with the entire tone of the piece. Your piece is reminiscent of cheaply-made arcade game music yet then there's these random as fuck dystopian vocals on top. It just does not work. I'd start out with worrying about not making any musical sense before doing tiny tweaks to a vocal track that shouldn't even be there. Also how the fuck did you manage to clip so drastically in many parts of the song with such minute levels? Just keep practicing man. I'm not going to be a complete dick, but I think I've made my point.
>>64494262
Not an argument. Stay hurt faggot
>>64498196
Being this mad about being untalented.
>>64496269
Cue-bass mustard race
https://clyp.it/ojpv51ph
>>64498892
>random
You do not get the vision behind it. Criticism about clipping and mixing is valid though. Noted.
https://clyp.it/z1yho3f5
Just finished producing this, feedback would be appreciated.
>>64499144
>You do not get the vision behind it
Why was I expecting this? You've fallen for the music is cognizant meme. Average listeners do not give a flying fuck about your vision. If your artistic derivative is well presented, people may be open to it; but if no one knows what you're trying to convey, it'll fly right past them and they'll just ignore your work entirely.
Kendrick Lamar's TPAB can be a good example of executing artistic vision. I'm not one of the fags that suck this album's dick, but hey, he portrays tone, emotion, and personal ideals non-lineally in a way that actually makes sense to the average person.
>>64499411
You shouldn't have gone double time it fucked it up. @ 0:56 forward sounds much more novice than the previous measures
>>64497621
anyone? should i deal with limiters and EQs at any point? i hear that's taboo.
>>64481590
Fun fact; Gerald Casale was right there outside the frame of that photo, he says it was very important to the founding of DEVO.
>>64499411
I don't have any songs where I've gone from half to double time before and thought it suited it suited for the noisy, abrasive nature of this composition, makes you appreciate it when the percussion goes half time and therefore justifies it's use, regardless of execution.
>>64500601
sorry, aimed at
>>64500350
How do I get my tracks to sound like this:
https://youtu.be/SkkKgaoJaJQ
What I mean is, the instruments in this track sound so... punchy, but in a weird way I haven't been able to achieve with mere compression.
I read something about using a limiter on all your instrument tracks once and letting them all soft clip individually... is that what's been done here?
All I wanna do is get that GIGANTIC sound.
anyone wanna collab?
what drum samples would i need as a base for this style?
Found some older project and decided to practice a little my mixing. How to improve this mix? I don't know enough, so at the end I also played separate parts for a short time so you can hear it and hopefully tell me what should I do. The usual problem I have is that the bass is so hard my ears start to hurt, but I'm not sure how can that be fixed.
https://clyp.it/11x1de4i
But when I exported it, it's easier to the ear so that's fine now. Instead I noticed some weird shit going on in the low end on the bass. Also, now I learned what happens when you don't master your track, the bass is completely lost on my phone lol. I'm doing it with my headphones so yeah...
>>64500964
i'd say cut the ultra low end of the bass since the drum should take that space. you shouldn't let frequencies that are more for feeling be used by a droning or pad like note.
>>64501048
Yeah, thanks. I should learn some more theory on this, I only have that one picture which depicts frequency levels for various instruments.
>>64501145
don't take my word for fact i've only learned it from one mixer. check out The.Mixing.Engineers.Handbook.
>>64500824
I'm interested in collabing, you got any examples of the stuff you make?
>>64501205
Will do, I actually went through a part of it, it seems great. It's actually the only book mentioned in a wiki that was worth something to me.
>>64500601
It's up to jew brethren. Could just be because of that annoying as all hell hi-hat. Vary velocity or use organic hi-hat loops or something idk man it just hurts my head.
https://clyp.it/irdmxb2f
Tried to do something similar to Aphex Twin, this came out
>>64488554
>You better be rich nigga.
its fucking 400 dollars
one of the cheaper software you can buy honestly
>>64502954
>software
>buy
>>64503635
not everyone is a thief
>>64503635
>software
>buy
People put time and effort into making good software and you just download it off them as if you're entitled to it.
https://clyp.it/olzcum3q
What's the simplest way to produce vocals in a way where they "fit" into a track? I'm not looking for studio quality vox, just recorded some vocals for both a punk and hip hop project and this is my first foray into non-instrumental music production.
>>64503686
oh no they're only able to make a FEW million dollars in profit margins! i truly feel the impact of my actions.
>>64494826
basically what the first anon said. Self advertisement
>>64496149
People hardly ever read the OP you know that
>>64496798
>eh
Ah that sucks anon
>saying it
lol waiting on an answer!
how do i make this not sound like shit?
https://clyp.it/1ydnrucc
>>64488047
>just gets ableton
>goes straight for the 808 cowbell
lol, i like your style. track isnt great, but keep it up.
>>64504168
>https://clyp.it/1ydnrucc
You actually have a good start. Now you need to further expound on it. Maybe give it that classic 8bit flute-y lead that you hear in every retro game ever. You know what I mean.
>>64498196
i'm not even that guy, just think about how seriously you would take someone who said "the whole genre you're making sucks, but listen to what i have to say about you making it like it's gonna mean anything"
>>64504289
whoops, meant for >>64498518
and i guess >>64498892 too
i dont even make house lol
>>64498892
>Cue-bass mustard race
kek its one of the best but it also crashes alot randomly
What sorts of live setups do y'all have? About how much $$$$ should I be willing to drop if I'm just getting into performing live?
>>64504289
>think about how seriously you would take someone who said "the whole genre you're making sucks
Well it would be a different story if someone said jazz, hip hop, or neuro bass because they would be wrong. Those are genres that require skillful execution to actually gain any significant impact or recognition in the industry. Admittedly, for every Nas there will be a Young Thug, just like any genre; but at least there are different facets of shitty vs. legendary music within it. Big room does not have those different calibers of good or bad tracks. It's all just pointless formulaic shit.
Your whining is invalidated in the fact that EVERY single Spinnin Records beatport track is an atrocious disgrace to all of music. It takes absolutely no talent at all to throw together one of those beats. I know because I use to make this retarded shit. I've since moved past childish drivel.
How about you try watching this video. If you, as a producer, can finish it without vomiting at least twice, you should off yourself.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CfCmoEixxro
I demand feedback
https://clyp.it/ietzm0mz
>>64504897
the avicii one is just as bad , he actualy says "i dont know what im doing"
>>64504503
I use to have crashing issues when I first got it last year but I haven't had a crash for at least a month now. Maybe because I don't use many VST's if any but mostly audio? Even 50 track projects usually do fine for me. Maybe you have a pleb pc? Dunno
>>64504915
All those nexus presets
RRREEEEEEEEEEEEEE
>>64505000
for me it crashes on stupid shit like switching kits in groove agent will crash or it will crash on exit sometimes
it preforms fine otherwise
>>64504897
Can anybody recommend me something like this, but where I can actually learn something? These are usually pretty cringy (this included) but then again, I do learn a thing or two since I'm still new to this. I feel it would be great to learn prod this way too.
Also are there really any FL studio projects I can learn from? I really want to find some source for that but nobody is answering the question.
>>64505037
Tfw when I finally realized how little I can do with plugins like nexus. It took me so long to start doing my own synths and basses in harmor and similar plugins it's not even funny. Just, I don't know a good plugin to get now, I currently just have FL studio defaults.
>>64505153
Yikes. Yeh I could never get attached to either groove vsts I just downloaded battery. Best decision I ever made, plus if I recall, one of their claims is it taking up very little cpu.
>>64505037
Why does it matter if he uses presets though?
Newest track I've made. Mixed and mastered but not sure I am happy with the overall mix. Might redo the second verse, probably should, and the harmonies on the vocal fill before the last chorus need to be fixed.
Feedback appreciated though. All original. And yes that's me singing.
https://clyp.it/ytasf21b
>>64505327
Harmor and Sytrus are pretty fucking good. Not an FL user but I have it. Space Laces used to make mostly all his sounds in Sytrus and his shit is b o n k e r s. I think you'll be set for a while synth-wise. Just start expanding that good ol' sample collection of yers.
>>64505524
Yeah I was amazed at how much I wasn't aware Harmor can do. Probably Image-Line's best synth yet. Sytrus is alright, never really came around to it.
>>64505524
Cool, I still have a lot to learn in those two anyway.
>>64505497
Why aren't you singing nearer your resonating pitch? You're dipping through your lower register which tends to give a more breathy tone. Embrace the tenor dude. I like it though. Catchy
>>64505649
Because honestly, I can't hit the register I need to in order to bring that resonancy up over the hook. That's why I harmonized it.
I may not be understanding exactly what you mean though. I kinda wanted it to have a mellow quality to it though. But any suggestions on the vocals are welcome.
>>64505700
"...even THOUGH I..."
"...It' getting KINDA..."
Those parts are really off-key. Fix that.
>>64506027
I wouldn't say they're really off key but I hear what you mean. I'll see what I can do.
>>64504002
Really depends on the song. For hip hop at least, try to steer clear from reverb. Usually some doubling and overlays for emphasis and some very careful EQing
>>64504002
Produce? Do you mean vocal processing? Vocal editing? Structural placement? Need some clarification
Sup guys. This >>64434592 anon here. Great thread so far.
https://clyp.it/ne0hsa4n
Second draft of this. Whatcha think?
>>64500583
they actually formed the band during the time after this when the university was closed
>>64506027
Fixed it by changing the pitch in the audio file with newtone, sounds a lot better now. Added some more vocal harmonies. Getting closer to a finished product I feel. What do you guys think?
https://clyp.it/cmae0o14
I'M SO FUCKING SICK OF THIS SYNTHESIZER SHIT
JUST LET ME PLAY MY MUSIC MAN
FUCKING HELL FUCK THIS PRODUCING SHIT
FUCK SYNTHESIZERS TO FUCKING HELL
What are some good vsts for making Hardcore Techno/Hardstyle?
>>64509037
pretty much any synth you just need to learn how to make the sounds or find presets that sound close to what you want
>>64509268
I'm mostly familiar with Harmor and Nexus.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JDrschw-wdI
how get plucky synth senpai
Anon of this post >>64464824
If you're still here, where is that vocal sample from?
>>64509478
nexus should have those type of sounds id be suprised if it didnt
harmor is crazy and i have no clue how to use it
>>64508719
Much better. Since your mic you recorded those vocs on is pretty bad you need to pump way more clarity into them with EQ and compression. Nice work otherwise
Thoughts family?
https://clyp.it/qk3bbcby
https://clyp.it/izk1okpc
how is my car commercial music coming along?
>>64510751
>https://clyp.it/izk1okpc
I like it, family.
>>64510751
That's a really pretty waveform. Are you joking or os doing commercial music your job?
>>64481590
yo is that stick in that ladys hair? shits wack hahahha
>>64510751
the snare annoys me
if you make a song and it doesnt have a name but you show it to someone and they think of a name for it thats real fitting and only a name do you have to credit them for anything when you get a cd pressed?
>>64510385
>https://clyp.it/qk3bbcby
Really good mix is my initial thought. I was pleasantly surprised with this one. Hi hats are a little bit stupid. Also I'd prefer if the top synth layer were a bit more prominent and melodically variant, right now the bass is too front-and-center. But other than that I wouldn't change much. Kudos on not overdoing the sidechain as well that's pretty rare nowadays.
Crits on >>64508540 ?
Negative feedback is especially appreciated
>>64510805
Nah I was just fucking with him last time.
>>64510751
Still great man. Love to see some hipster vocals thrown on this.
>>64510777
thanks anon
>>64510805
no i posted an earlier version in the last thread and someone told me it was "car commercial tier" and i thought it was funny but anyway thanks for the feedback m8
>>64490285
are you 10 years old?
>>64510832
what about it?
>>64510895
i'm hopefully getting my friend to make an ultra hipster video for it
vocals is a good idea tho
>>64510925
You're retarded
>>64510832
is the snare too loud or is it the timbre?
>>64510839
anyone?
>>64510944
>>64511159
Both desu.
>>64510839
Of course not. Do you even laws?
>>64490285
Sounds like Nyan cat's retarded little brother.
>>64511216
Btw at least it was funny to listen to.
>>64511192
do you think it needs more high end?
can you give me something to work with?
>>64511309
Make it less clashy/snappy
Hi again /prod/
Are you being nice to each other?
>>64511336
it sounds kind of bit crushed, is that what you're hearing?
that's what I'm hearing now and it's unpleasant af
i'll be fixing that
thanks anon
>>64511417
No fuck off prissy faggot
>>64511449
Good anon
>>64511454
No ice cream for you
i made a beat using cut up jazz breaks and some crushed to fuck djembe, does this grab you rhythmically?
https://clyp.it/tywrlm1u
Is this worth cleaning up and if so how?
https://clyp.it/ghectdtg
>>64511819
>does this grab you rhythmically
Great fucking question. This shows you know what you're doing. However, the fact you have to ask means you probably already know the answer.
>>64511819
yeah
>>64512147
So.. Yes? I think it works but I've been listening to it on repeat for the past hour haha
Hey guys. I made a kind of game music thing. Can anyone give me some advice on the mix? To me it sounds muddy for some reason. Please. Would appreciate it.
https://clyp.it/sipknbuk
>>64504897
lol like i'm gonna sit through 23 minutes of this just to see if i'm LE TRIGGUR'D by it like you are.
i'm sure you'll go far in the music industry and make lots of friends by being hostile towards things you dont like though
>>64512718
>i'm sure you'll go far in the music industry
i dont think that sounds very appealing tbqh
>>64512718
>being hostile towards things you dont like
So...acting like a human being right? What dreamland reality do you live in?
>>64513881
one that isn't a highschool lol
>>64488416
"Less vomit inducing samples" and "lurk moar" does nothing to help me. Also I've been on here for years friendo.
