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sensison
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Posted : Dec 9, 2004 15:01
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hi all..
iv been producing for few years now and i am still trying to achieve the sound im looking for..the artists plague, but could anybody enlighten me as to whether there are any local platforms around Cape Town for apiring artists who progress every day but have no idea how to take their music to the next level..rather vague i know but i guess im asking where i can hook up with other up and coming producers and perhaps get sum constructive criticism from the masters?
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Sarasin
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Posted : Dec 9, 2004 15:47
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Stick around...make friends....contacts.
Its helps to move in these circles....speak to them at parties....etc.
Its the only way...trust me.
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Prisma
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Posted : Dec 13, 2004 15:47
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best thing to do sensision, is keep with the times, if a new program comes out for sound, buy it, play with it, learn it, send it  .
eg. cubase sx 3 p
because you will basically be using the latest shit, and keeping on top of the scene the whole time... |
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GEM_37
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Posted : Dec 13, 2004 17:01
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Sarasin
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Posted : Dec 14, 2004 07:43
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You don;t think software is the key??
Please tell us why?
I don't think so. Maybe being in the IT profession...i am biased. But think about it....would you rather use 50 VSTi's, or have one synth?
Then again you are more into the progressive style innit?
mmm....i think i know why you say you believe in hardware....is that to say u don;t use software?
OR that u won;t use it exclusively?
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zatitude
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Posted : Dec 14, 2004 17:39
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Not that I am a musician but getting the latest tools doesnt mean good tunes at all. It's about determination, talent, innovativenesss, persistence, love, obviously a little help from friends goes a long way.
Me too I am in the IT business way too long - nothing wrong with Fruity Loops what even Tracker is wikked |
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sensison
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Posted : Dec 15, 2004 08:53
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thanks all the advice is much appreciated and welcomed..if anybodys got any other tips on the industry theyd like to share then theyre more than welcomed...
peace.
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Sarasin
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Posted : Dec 28, 2004 14:40
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sure......its not what you use to get to your final product,.....its the final PRODUCT!
However.....to keep up with the trend and style....and quality of trance at the moment....u will need to know what software will be the trick the best....and there are a few!
I would not recommend using ACID to make a a final track....but its possible.
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ApsyDrop
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Posted : Dec 28, 2004 19:59
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yeah...
software definitely isn't the key to producing quality music.
although... having the latest software does help newer folks grasp the concepts of midi and sequencing.
Let's face it..... All the software packages are exactly the same.... they all do the same thing... they just look slightly different.
music is music at the end of the day.
"It's about determination, talent, innovativenesss, persistence, love, obviously a little help from friends goes a long way. " ZATITUDE
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Sarasin
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Posted : Dec 29, 2004 13:17
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Sure.....but some packages ARE just better than others!
Like.....Gemini CD players.....and Pioneer.
Pioneer is just better!
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Posted : Dec 29, 2004 13:37
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use cubase sx (2.2 or 3) if on pc,,, or logic 6 or pro-tools (only for mac),,, they are the same thing basically
dont use anythng else or ur wating your time,,, you may be able to write music in other programs,, but the end result will always be inferior to these,,, trust me i've tried them all
hardware such as soundcard, pc, and monitors,,, is the most important thing to have right after that,,, dont skimp here....
most new software synths are as good and easir to use that hardware and u can get so much of it for free these days,,, having said that however i would say that any decent studio should haveat least one peice of good hardware synth,, (roland, nord, access, etc),, and obviouslu the more the better
that doesnt mean however if u have all the equipment that ur gonna make good music,,, some of thebest music i know is made on a laptop and cubase with no hardware appart from a good soundcard and speakers... or even created soley on programs like fruity loops and reason,,, (but they always sound much better when used in conjunction with logic or cubase for production purposes)
but back to the original topic here... if u need help getting to the next level,,, the best person to help you is yourself... now i know that sounds stupid but it worked for poeple like me, artifakt, and damage... but also dont be shy to work with others,,, both of your own calibre or better,, you may even learn tricks from guys who have produced much less,, so go out and as sarasin says,, speak to people and meet up,,, actually make a plam to sit with someone elese,,, anyone really who's as keen as u... it will definateley help... otherwise ,, do like i did and and study your favourite music and make as many tunes as possible,, dont sit one one for too lng,,, get over it,, your not gonna sell it,, so make another one and learn the process better,,, everytime gets easier....
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Sarasin
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Posted : Dec 29, 2004 14:32
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And better!!
All my older stuff sounds inferior for sure.
The latest is always me greatest....to me!
Prolly cuz i am bored to death with the others.
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Flipmoe
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Posted : Dec 30, 2004 14:31
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sarasin u gonna b on the chillum missions right cause sensison is comin with me to prism so iam sure u can hook up front left. iam gonna make me a BOM t shirt nothin special so keep an eye out.
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Sarasin
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Posted : Dec 31, 2004 09:25
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Sweet!!!!!
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Sarasin
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Posted : Jan 31, 2005 13:38
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Sensision seems to be on the Rinkadink path huh?
Whacky trax!
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