I totally agree with what you are saying about the kalimba being too percussive. It was my first time recording it, and I will definitely try some different mic placement or playing techniques next time because there is a sharpness to the sound (possibly due to me playing with my thumb nails instead of the pads of my thumbs) that I had to EQ a lot to get it to a softer place. Also messing with attack and release times on the compressor I was using could also contribute.
Thanks again for the kind words and constructive criticism!
I thought this was great, especially the production quality and chord choice. I thought the drums coming in at the end were a bit abrupt and took me out of it for a second, but once it came back in I was back on board but it felt like a pretty big shift I wasn't expecting. I think if I had the full context of the whole game sound track, it would've felt more appropriate to me though.
I LOVED the atmosphere in the background, all of the wind-like SFX were so cool and created an awesome atmosphere.
Super well put-together! I also loved how much thought you put into the narrative of your game. Thanks for sharing it!
Loved all the SFX in this! The ticking speeding up to get to the next section was particularly cool. My only criticism on this one is the drums, I thought the quality of them was lacking a bit due to them just feeling like a stock drum plugin but there are some really good free sounding drum plugins you should check out! Steven Slate Drums I think has a free version with a couple of kits that sound great. I thought the harpsichord and accordion complimented each other well and helped your track stand out! Nice job, and thanks for hosting this jam!
I thought this was great and definitely fit the vibe you described. I loved that low synth below that higher main melody, it put a menacing feeling underneath the nostalgic tone you set with the bell-like melody. I loved the ticking clock in there as well for percussion, and tying into the theme. My only criticism, and I think it's because you mentioned running out of time, is that it doesn't quite build enough for me at the end, I think it could get slightly bigger. That's a small subjective thing though, Nice job!
This was a very well put together piece! All of the overlapping rhythms at points could've been really messy if done incorrectly but I think you did a great job making it sound cohesive and energetic! I had a great time listening to it! I thought the guitar was a good choice in instrumentation as well. Really enjoyed it.
I think that the tempo change with that chugging bass line was a great idea, immediately perked me up! Although to echo some others the end did feel a bit abrupt, but I thought the beginning and transition to more energy was well put together. Very nice job and I think very fitting for an end credits to a game!
I liked your piece! I agree with other comments made about quality, but you had some nice melodies! I can see how this track would fit in the game you described quite well. Nice job.
