Cuahtemoc Posted February 21, 2003 Share Posted February 21, 2003 Well, as per my earlier thread, my band and I recorded a demo today. We had 12 hours to do it in; the setup for my bass was MM Stingray - Ampeg SVT350AV - MD8 8 track Digital MD recorder. I learnt a lot - to thoroughly check my bass after its been set up - I had major problems with my action being set too low. I'll be honest - the bass playing on the recordings is crap. I was tired, out of the groove, rushed, etc. What I'm after is any kind of opinion that you guys can give me - After spending 2 days on this thing flatout, no sleep, I need some input other than what my ears tell me, and I greatly respect a lot of your opinions. The link to the first song is HERE New New Song(Working title) Backwards Nothing World When Will You Know? Nineteen Days - Contains minor recording errors. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWBass Posted February 21, 2003 Share Posted February 21, 2003 Well, you don't know me so I hope you respect my opinion. The first thing would be for the entire band to get in tune!! And that includes the singer. I know she's probably going for her own style but if the band is out of tune and she's doing her thing too, it sounds really bad. The next thing would be is for you and the drummer to define the groove. I didn't hear any cohesiveness, meaning you two are playing independantly of each other as opposed to playing tightly together. Other than that, you guys are on your way! Peace www.myspace.com/thefunkfather Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveC Posted February 21, 2003 Share Posted February 21, 2003 Check pitch. The guitar was mixed too hot for my taste, I'd bring it down in the mix and bring the vocals forward. Some effects maybe? I liked some of the changes - nice chord progressions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanYmaL X Posted February 21, 2003 Share Posted February 21, 2003 I'd have to agree with SteveC... a bit too much guitar, and not nearly enough bass. I'm not anything like a recording expert, but I think the low end reinforcment would really compliment your singer's voice... other than that, way cool... Keep it up. DX Aerodyne Jazz Deluxe Pod X3 Live Roland Bolt-60 (modified) Genz Benz GBE250-C 2x10 Acoustic 2x12 cab Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWBass Posted February 21, 2003 Share Posted February 21, 2003 Originally posted by dwalmz: Well, you don't know me so I hope you respect my opinion. The first thing would be for the entire band to get in tune!! And that includes the singer. I know she's probably going for her own style but if the band is out of tune and she's doing her thing too, it sounds really bad. The next thing would be is for you and the drummer to define the groove. I didn't hear any cohesiveness, meaning you two are playing independantly of each other as opposed to playing tightly together. Other than that, you guys are on your way! PeaceAfter listening again, I do hear the drums and bass working on the groove. Forgive my tired ears last night. So my only issue is for you guys to get in tune. www.myspace.com/thefunkfather Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuahtemoc Posted February 22, 2003 Author Share Posted February 22, 2003 The vocals were really rushed as they were the last thing we recorded - I'm not really happy with the volume of them either. The guitar sounds a lot harsher than when we were recording - we used a Roland JC 120, and had to use the line out, unfortunately, as we'd never mic'd up a speaker before and didnt have time to learn how. There are a lot of stuff id change, but considering that none of us had slept for 24 hours I think it turned out alright. The recording isnt so bad that it'd make you turn it off without listening to it, which is all we could hope for, really. It manages to get across what our songs sound like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cowbell Posted February 22, 2003 Share Posted February 22, 2003 The two main problems that I heard were: 1) The singer. She needs to get in tune,seriously. It really wasn't even close. Then you need to bring her up a ton more in the mix. 2)There needs to be less guitar in the mix. Kinda harsh sounding. It somewhat seems to me that the guitar player is kind of......lacking. I didn't really enjoy what he was playing on the songs. Too basic. Other than that, the bass and drums were pretty cool though. Nice sound. I'd just re-mix it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zack Posted February 23, 2003 Share Posted February 23, 2003 Actually, man, I liked the kind of raunchy guitar mix. It gave it a very 'Velvet Underground' vibe. I'm usually not one to repeat old posts over & over, but I consent; just fix the vocals, and you've got a pretty good demo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuahtemoc Posted February 24, 2003 Author Share Posted February 24, 2003 I showed it to a guy I know with a studio and he liked it; offered to re-record and mix 3 tracks for us for nothing ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DanYmaL X Posted February 24, 2003 Share Posted February 24, 2003 Originally posted by Cuahtemoc: I showed it to a guy I know with a studio and he liked it; offered to re-record and mix 3 tracks for us for nothing ;-)Yeah baby! Go for it... in my humble opinion, you guys have potential, and it looks like you are aware of what you need to work on and adjust... Good luck! DX Aerodyne Jazz Deluxe Pod X3 Live Roland Bolt-60 (modified) Genz Benz GBE250-C 2x10 Acoustic 2x12 cab Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ren. Posted February 25, 2003 Share Posted February 25, 2003 I tried to download your demo but it directs me to a page that says that "your account has ben suspended" or something like that... Who Put The ' M ' In MySpace? don\'t_click | day_job Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuahtemoc Posted February 25, 2003 Author Share Posted February 25, 2003 Its working again now; the hoster had a problem with the accounts dude. its all sorted out now, so download away ;-). please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boosh Posted February 25, 2003 Share Posted February 25, 2003 Was wondering : before I give reply to your question,is this demo used for getting gigs or for getting a recorddeal? Boosh Fan, nu pissar jag taggtråd igen. Jag skulle inte satt på räpan. http://www.bushcollectors.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cuahtemoc Posted February 25, 2003 Author Share Posted February 25, 2003 Originally, we were going to use this demo to get gigs. Now, we're going to wait until next saturday and use the professionally recorded one for that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boosh Posted February 25, 2003 Share Posted February 25, 2003 If you're using it for gigs check out this page on the web: http://www.fenderplayersclub.com/front_office/demo.htm My only advice,just like the others,get the singer in tune and work more on the mix. Go on!! like the music,definately reminds me of velvet underground with Nico Fan, nu pissar jag taggtråd igen. Jag skulle inte satt på räpan. http://www.bushcollectors.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boosh Posted February 25, 2003 Share Posted February 25, 2003 while you're here by the way,is there anyway you can check out our music at http://www.frantic-nutbush.com ?? would be great if you sign out guestbook 2,... Boosh Fan, nu pissar jag taggtråd igen. Jag skulle inte satt på räpan. http://www.bushcollectors.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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