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Rakso » Wed Jun 19, 2019 1:23 pm
I like many things about it. The build up at 1:10 is nice (although I feel like it could have gone further) and the switch up at 2:10 is really cool! So overall well done.
However, I feel like there are some things you could do to improve. I assume you are using ZynAddSubfx for making the sounds, but regardless, I notice that most of your sounds are bass heavy. Zyn has a low-pass filter enabled by default (idk why, it's pretty annoying). I only realized this after a while too. But adding some higher frequencies to some of your sounds can make the song feel more alive and interesting. So if you're using Zyn, I suggest adjusting the cutoff frequency or changing the filter.
I think also you should use more automation on your drums and instruments. Maybe use it to automate volume, panning and filter frequency. And I would add a few more drums and different types of instruments. Maybe add some less mellow instruments every now and then or some that are shorter ("plucked"). And I think adding the occasional reverb effect or echo would suit your music quite well (to make it more "atmospheric").
I hope this doesn't sound too negative. My goal is to give tips for you to become even better!