metal warning...best bass tone so far - Page 2

crguti · #21 08-16-2012, 01:56 AM

I like the songs lyes4string... but in my opinion, there is a bit too much distortion in your bass. I barely hear which notes you're doing.

lyes4string · #22 08-16-2012, 05:32 AM

the song that we have posted is the one song i pretty much play with the guitar players i dont sway off from them much at all, that could be part of not hearing the notes, but ill have a listen on normal speakers instead of monitors. the distortion is more than im used to but like i said ive been listening to it thru monitors so it has a lot more low end and is easier to hear what im playing, thanks for the heads up about the mix.

lyes4string · #23 12-21-2012, 07:07 AM

just updating the thread with the FINISHED songs, imo this is the best recording i have to date that represents the style of bass i play and my sound.

http://lyeband.bandcamp.com/

willbassyeah · #24 12-21-2012, 07:28 AM

your bass tone remind me of this song - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgdv5JVJhHY ,
especially sheepes and wolves, nice tone btw

Maz · #25 12-21-2012, 08:29 AM

The plural of sheep is sheep btw. I don't know if you care and I'm not taking a dig at your band, but it stands out like a sore thumb to some people.

Your bass blends well, could be mixed louder. Metal isn't my genre but I had to give it a listen anyway. Not bad.

RhynoRock · #26 12-21-2012, 08:31 AM

I definitely hear the Chevelle influence. Kind of a mix of Tool and some Deftones, with just heavy low tuning. Sounds good bro.

lyes4string · #27 12-21-2012, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Maz

The plural of sheep is sheep btw. I don't know if you care and I'm not taking a dig at your band, but it stands out like a sore thumb to some people.

Your bass blends well, could be mixed louder. Metal isn't my genre but I had to give it a listen anyway. Not bad.

no harm, and yes we know, as deer and fish are the same too, its one of those things that i guess only the band gets

pizzazombie · #28 01-03-2013, 05:15 AM

is that sora from kingdom hearts?

Nashrakh · #29 01-03-2013, 05:40 AM

Listened to sheeps and wolves on your bandcamp and dug it. Kinda radiated some newer meshuggah vibes with the odd death metal tossed in. Good stuff. Love your bass sound!

lyes4string · #30 01-03-2013, 03:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Nashrakh

Listened to sheeps and wolves on your bandcamp and dug it. Kinda radiated some newer meshuggah vibes with the odd death metal tossed in. Good stuff. Love your bass sound!

thanks Nashrakh, any Meshuggah vibe is always good in my book

Herrick · #31 01-03-2013, 03:32 PM

Lyes4string, your bass sounds good, mang.

bstringkyle · #32 01-03-2013, 03:38 PM

Dude i'm really digging this! It sounds a little like tool but it definitely has a unique feel and sound. I'm gonna have to check it out some more but based on what ive heard so far I'm loving it!!!

btw your bass tone is killer!

nukes_da_bass · #33 01-03-2013, 03:56 PM

I listen to one of the songs it's pretty good stuff the drummer tries really really hard to emphasize his double kick he's talented but if use my drummer, I have to beat him with my bass!

stepswork4me · #34 01-03-2013, 05:38 PM

Sounds good, Man. I dig the bass sound, your playing, and the band in general.

lyes4string · #35 01-05-2013, 08:55 AM

thanks for the kind words guys

Troph · #36 01-05-2013, 10:33 AM

I just listed to "Sheepes and Wolves", and I think it sounds darn good. The only thing lacking, to my ears, is the mix. Specifically:

- In the intro, the "ethereal" vocals need to be brought more front-and-center; they currently sound like background ambience, making the lyrics too faint. Currently it sounds like a mistake rather than intentional. I think you can still get this effect while increasing clarity if you bring it forward.

- Similarly, the lead guitar solo, which sounds like it may be really cool, is completely lost in the mix, drowned out by the rhythm instruments. It needs some help cutting through, whether that's done by re-leveling, compression, or other tricks.

The dirty bass tone sounds pretty much spot-on, including the lingering sustain on the breaks. Hard for me to critique this style, however, since it's not my style, but I can appreciate it!

Overall great job, especially if it was a DIY effort! I think it would fit right in on hard rock radio shows (e.g., KISW "Grindhouse" show in Seattle).

lyes4string · #37 01-05-2013, 01:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Troph

I just listed to "Sheepes and Wolves", and I think it sounds darn good. The only thing lacking, to my ears, is the mix. Specifically:

- In the intro, the "ethereal" vocals need to be brought more front-and-center; they currently sound like background ambience, making the lyrics too faint. Currently it sounds like a mistake rather than intentional. I think you can still get this effect while increasing clarity if you bring it forward.

- Similarly, the lead guitar solo, which sounds like it may be really cool, is completely lost in the mix, drowned out by the rhythm instruments. It needs some help cutting through, whether that's done by re-leveling, compression, or other tricks.

The dirty bass tone sounds pretty much spot-on, including the lingering sustain on the breaks. Hard for me to critique this style, however, since it's not my style, but I can appreciate it!

Overall great job, especially if it was a DIY effort! I think it would fit right in on hard rock radio shows (e.g., KISW "Grindhouse" show in Seattle).

thanks for the ideas and critiquing im always open to constructive criticism, thanks for the kind words on my bass and yes it was pretty much a DYI project.