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Neko
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@Climax
It seems like the vocal is really dry, try add some reverb and some slight delay maybe. The Kick lacks treble frequencies, sounds muddy and grainy (I like the downpitch though). The mix overall seems to be a bit muddy aswell.
I like the melody, it really fits the atmosphere really well. But I think you could do way more crazy stuff with the second climax, maybe alternate your melody, add more screeches and such, theres great potential. 3rd climax with those stabby notes is great, nice idea. Great job!

@Krip Deejay
Your sounds like the midintro screech and the mainlead are too thin, add layer, distort, EQ and such. Kick seems to be a bit weak, I like how the kick sounds though. The melody isnt my cup of tea though, because the notes dont follow a logical order sometimes which makes it sound random a bit. Also, try to fill up your track with more sounds, fx and such. Still sounds a bit empty here and there.
I'd correct NRx' feedback a bit, you dont need to look into mastering. A clean mixdown is worth 100%.
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I can hear that youve put a lot of effort in this one which is great. You've done a nice job so far, but its just not finished ;)

@NRx
I don't like the melody that much, more variation in notes could make it more interesting. The lead could have more treble freqs, or you guys find another way to make it sound more unique.
Cant say anything negative about the other parts, the intro is soooo good! Sounds so professional! Huge one! I just feel like that the quality of the track drops a bit when it comes to the climaxes you know?

@Daniro29
First thing I noticed is the lack of percs, especially rides. the vocals are sometimes hard to understand. Your second midintro has a really nice way to drop, but it comes a bit unexpected. Work with snares there.
The way your kick pitches in the first climax feels a bit weird at first, do you really need those -"Tonlagen"- in your kick? Don't think so. Also, the drops come a bit unexpected too at the first and second climax, so I think you really gotta change that, not exactly where the kick comes in but build up the drop with snares.
Overall, like I just said, the notes the kick pitches doesnt really make that much sense, although it doesnt sound off. I guess there should be other tones the kick can pitch which will sound better.
The problem with the vocal is that shes just telling a story without any different emotions in her voice. I only use such vocals in the break for once. The content of the vocal plays no role in the track if not put in scene correctly you know? Also I wouldnt use such a long sample of the vocal, try to cut the important words/sentences. And please find a way to bring your track down to 5-6 minutes. probably no one will support a track in this length. Or do another mix where you only have the half of your midontro, with cutted break and shortened climax you know?
Enough with negativity! This track is huge! I love the kick, sounds really nicely produced. All the leads, screeches and so on sound so powerful! Its a really nice concept! The mixdown also sounds really clean. I'd love to have this one in my library when finished! Great job man! I mean I have so many points where i found something to criticise but this track man... its there for atleast 90%!


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NRx Hardstyle
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Post by NRx Hardstyle »

@Neko(Also daniro): Thanks for the feedback, we are still waiting for vocals and such, going to work on the melo asap ;)

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Post by daniro29 »

@Neko
Thanks for the awesome Feedback! And you're right about the length I guess. But I don't know how to cut the vocals without taking something out of the story. I guess I will make a second, shorter mix of this. Maybe with different vocals or something. I already have an idea for that! :) thanks again! I'll work on the things you said. Maybe take a break with that project and start over in the new year or something. But I'll keep you updated about it if you want ;) thanks!

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Post by GamerZoneUSA »

@Nrx I think that the initial buildup can be extended a little bit feel like it speeds up 30 seconds too quickly.. What kind of vocals were you looking to use? I think either a deep spoken word vocal like in All About the Music would work or a nice singing vocal maybe. and the climax feels a bit long. Other than that I like it!

@Daniro At 1:30 keep the same synth you were using with the kick. The way it changes sounds really awkward.. also as Neko says it needs more rides. For the first climax have it the kick come in when the vocal ends and put a ride there. at 5:23 have the volume lower slower so it doesn't end so abruptly. Other than that it's pretty nice! Just really fucking long xD xD

@Neko Maybe at 1:10 add a kick roll? I think it would sound really nice right there after the snares :D Also your vocal's volume is really low.. raise it a little bit. Other than that holy shit I think I'm gonna have this on repeat for a while when you're done with it (L) (L) (L) Send it to me when you're done please :one:

Still a WIP I plan on adding a few more sound design elements to this here track Just wanna see what you guys think so that I know what direction to go
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Post by NRx Hardstyle »

@Gamerzone: Yea Deep vocals, just have to wait for them

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Post by Jansson005 »

@Neko, I really like it. I can't give justified feedback honestly. _O_

@GamerZoneUSA, Don't like the snares in the begining, just feels like it's about to drop way to long. Like how you modified the vocals, but you need a lot of more atmosphere, add pads and strings and layer them. Feels really empty. Everything changes to aprubtly as well.


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Post by Fu Xi »

@Jansson005
The kick seems very static, you should try to add more movement into it. Maybe work on the punch some more, your kick feels like its stuck in a block their isnt any dynamics, there's also some annoying resonant frequencies. The snare roll at the end of the mid intro doesnt have to be that loud imo. Good job on the screech tho, I like it a lot :) The atmosphere of the climax is also very nice :P


Here's a track I made, any feedback guys?

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Post by nerz »

@Jansson005

the screeches and sounds in the intro are decent, however, the kicks should have more crunch. they're a bit dull this way. the break is cool but the melody is quite forgettable and random. mixdown-wise, the whole mix sounds overcompressed and squashed.

@Fu Xi

the tail in the kick has a nice crunch but the punch should stand out more. basically the whole kick could use more power.

the melody is a bit repetative in the main part but when the second melody thingy comes in at the end, it's much better. i think you should add more variation/notes to it.

all in all, the idea/vocals/atmosphere are neat but you should work some more on the things above.

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here is my track. basically this is my first track "officially". (what that means is i had enough patience to finish it :D)


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Post by izkliegt »

Hey guys!

Been awhile since I've been on so I'm catching up on a lot of goodies haha.

@Fu Xi Love the style buddy, right up my alley! I really like your structure and pretty much everything with the WIP!
Only thing I would look to elaborate on is the melody, maybe try abit of a glide? Sounds a bit too flat, maybe needs a spice or two. Otherwise I love it!

@DaBeatPlayah Love the reverse bass dude! As for the rest of the track, I'm not a fan of the style. Just me though! In reguards to your structure, it sounds abit to spread maybe? I don't know. I'm just amateur so don't take me seriously ><

@nerz nice structure, however your sounds need something, they sounds too basic, your kick and bass with the intro melody sounds off key (the kick should be higher note).

@daniro29 I'm usually not a fan of this style, but yours intrigued me! Great use of sounds and builds, I love your kick and your screeches! They match perfectly!

Here is something I'm working on. Kick will be swapped out when I get the right build. This is a quick intro and quick outro. Need some advice on the melody!! It sounds too straight forward or too random.. I need to fix it!



Cheers guys
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Post by NRx Hardstyle »

@Fu Xi: Love the atmosphere, great leads, maybe try more variations in the melo since its very repetitive. It doesnt need much. Other than that, just some minor fx here and there and its perfect!

@Nerz: Kick is kinda out of tune, lead needs more layers, but you are getting there! Keep it up!

@Izkleigt: Fucking Awesome! Cant say anything but; when is it going to be released?! Kick is good as it is, maybe some more power to the snares, some more slight fx and shit like that. Total banger already!


Second track Im working on with Vienzo!


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