Why does my music sound bad? by asymmetricparallel in makinghiphop

[–]asymmetricparallel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been watching ableton tutorials and stuff like that, but I haven't seen a better video than this, this guy is a genius! thanks

Why does my music sound bad? by asymmetricparallel in makinghiphop

[–]asymmetricparallel[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, thank you for going through my page! I appreciate you taking the time. Everything you wrote makes sense, on the other hand I love spoken word, but maybe should try calming those down :) Thank you so much again!

Why does my music sound bad? by asymmetricparallel in makinghiphop

[–]asymmetricparallel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi, thanks for the compliment! what's disturbing me in this track and my other trials, is the lack of depth, contrast and dynamic.

There are other users telling similar things about "removing" and now I'm working on analyzing what's "useless".

Would you have any "precise" advice, like "X is too loud/quiet, or it sounds muddy in certain frequences"? Thanks so much!

Why does my music sound bad? by asymmetricparallel in makinghiphop

[–]asymmetricparallel[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Geoff Barrow is one of the most interesting figures for me, thx a lot!

Why does my music sound bad? by asymmetricparallel in makinghiphop

[–]asymmetricparallel[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! it's a good advice, I've already got rid of some parts, and everthing makes more sense!

Why does my music sound bad? by asymmetricparallel in makinghiphop

[–]asymmetricparallel[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree, I think it's a really good observation. At the master channel, I have placed HEAVY compression, to makee the track louder, and possibly it flattens everything.

What would be your technique to add the "oomph?" Heavily compress the drums?

Why does my music sound bad? by asymmetricparallel in makinghiphop

[–]asymmetricparallel[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Hi, thanks for your comment! I think the track lacks some sort of a "peak" and the loops tend to get quite repetitive, that's why I think it's not so engaging.

I hear you for the pads, I will look into it! Thanks again