Final...final...final version of my track. Shot in the studio.

Hi everyone,
 
I posted this track a while ago but it wasn't really the final version. (Still had to replace the programmed drums with real ones)
 
I've now managed to complete everything (live drums etc). I used Rapture for all the string effects and the Lounge Lizard for the piano parts. Interesting thing I found was that Rapture used to crash with X3 but now seems to be pretty stable with Platinum.
 
I'm really happy with the final arrangement. Platinum has been rock solid for me.
 
I also used the POD HD500X for all the guitars on this track. I initially thought that I would replace all the gtr tracks with the real amp miced but after finishing the final mixing I was really happy with the guitar tone.
 
Cheers,
 
Peter.
 
The link is:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsphRaHElLk

Great track, Peter!

Mistergreen
Great track, Peter!

Thanks MG.
 
Glad you enjoyed it.
 
Cheers.

charlyg
That was REALLY nice! I am new so take with a grain or 6 of salt, but IMO some of what I hear out of Sonar users seems over produced. I assume it's because we have all of the toys,we might as well use em...
 
Anyways, my faith is restored.......

Thanks, Charly.
 
I tried to keep a lot of space in the production and was very aware of "overplaying" and throwing in the kitchen sink. I hope that I've achieved this.
 
Cheers.

I come from the amp and mic school but when I recorded this track I used it as a test for the HD500X. I wanted to create "scratch" tracks that I would redo at a later stage. After listening over and over I knew that it just didn't justify redoing them.

Yes, there better modellers on the market but they are substantially more expensive. This unit is excellent value for money.

If you spend the time the tones are there. Incidently if anyone with an HD500X wants these patches, they are available for download free on my website.

www.peterhanmer.co.za

Cheers.

Thanks Bit, I have made a series of videos on the HD500X but not for Line 6. I'm doing them for a company that distributes in South Africa. I do seriously believe in the product though.

Thanks for listening and for your comments.

Peter, the only thing wrong with this is that you make it look easy.  Otherwise, superb!

I wish Dave Gilmour did more stuff like this!   Well played,  well recorded.  This song is a perfect example of the emotional power a rock instrumental can possess.  

Thanks for checking out the video and commenting guys. It's much appreciated. I've been away so could only respond now.

@Lynn Thanks for that. I'm glad you like it.

@Ohgrant Thanks for you comment.

@Clintmartin and Cwestmont Gilmour is a big influence as is The Alan Parsons Project.

Cheers,

Peter.

 Gilmour is a big influence as is The Alan Parsons Project
Maybe a little Joe Satriani too?
I had to listen to the change up at 01:50 several times before I finally got it (very cool!).
That said, I went to CD Baby and listened to some of your previews...before I reached the last track of Living For The Moment I bought it...seriously man, great stuff!
When is the new album scheduled for release?

g_randybrown
 Gilmour is a big influence as is The Alan Parsons Project
Maybe a little Joe Satriani too?
I had to listen to the change up at 01:50 several times before I finally got it (very cool!).
That said, I went to CD Baby and listened to some of your previews...before I reached the last track of Living For The Moment I bought it...seriously man, great stuff!
When is the new album scheduled for release?

Thanks so much for that Randy. Much appreciated. There are a number of videos on my website www.peterhanmer.co.za that were taken during the recording of "Living for the Moment" if you're interested. They're under the "Gallery" heading.

The new album should be wrapped up in the next few months. Just busy with final mix and artwork and then it's the part that is a pain, namely the printing and replication. It's getting to be pretty expensive to manufacture cds these days... but thank you for the support.

@Mesh Thank you for the feedback and I hope that you enjoyed the other tracks too.

@Daryl, thanks for your comment. Yes, I think I was a bit premature posting this track awhile ago. In the future I'll definitely wait until I've recorded the drum kit and done a final...final...final mix.

Cheers,

Peter.

g_randybrown
There are a number of videos on my website www.peterhanmer.co.zathat were taken during the recording of "Living for the Moment" if you're interested. They're under the "Gallery" heading.
 
Very entertaining Peter, I watched them all (I can appreciate your video production skills/techniques as well) and subscribed to your YT channel.
Thanks again,
Randy

I'm glad you enjoyed them. Once again thanks for your support. I hope that you enjoy the album just as much. I'll keep you posted about the release of the new one.

Cheers.

Perfect placement where the full drum kit comes in, well played and soulful guitar, and great job delivering what I was waiting for the entire song; that wicked distorted guitar outro!  You earned my respect!

cwestmont
Maybe add the CDBaby link in your sig?  Here it is for everyone else's benefit-
http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/peterhanmer
Gotta believe there is a good audience for your music amongst Floyd (and APP) fans like me. Hope the word spreads.
 

 
Thanks cwestmont. I appreciate it.
 
I have since added the link to my signature.
 
Cheers,
 
Peter.

jonesresidence
Very professional. I enjoyed it, decent video production too! Great job.

Thanks, Jones.
 
Glad you liked it.
 
Cheers.