Guitarpima
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Def Leppard cover (updated mix 8/11)
This is not finished! The mix is nearly complete. I need to fix the snare some more. I was hoping I could get someone to help with the backing vocals. Jim can't sing these guys as they have some really high parts going on. I'm hoping that I can get some good backing vocals. If I do, I plan on re-recording the guitars and bass. I did this song a long time ago and have completely changed how I record. All I need now is my Octa-Capture back as it's at Sweetwater or Roland getting repaired (don't ask). It's not bad as is but needs the rest of the backing vocals. If need be, I can omit Jim's harmony part. Just PM me. http://dl.dropbox.com/u/14693440/Bringing%20on%20the%20Heartbreak%20Switch%20625.mp3
post edited by Guitarpima - 2012/08/11 20:32:44
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Lynn
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Re:Def Leppard cover
2012/08/08 18:29:40
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Wow, that's some serious guitar work. I give you all the credit in the world for tackling a song as challenging as this. This is way out of my league, but I hope you find someone who can complete this. I hope the next time I hear this it will be finished. What a challenge!
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Re:Def Leppard cover
2012/08/08 22:28:21
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Souds good but I would like to hear some good tube vibe on the guitars. The lead vox is well done. The lead guitar track is a little thin but as you said you wanted to do that over. Well played though. I assume you are running through effects, DI or with just a pre-amp? The drive is there, but the thickness is lacking. What's your rig? 35 years ago I would have offered to do your high harmonies for you... but that's because back then I actually could have done it. Those days are gone. Daryl
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THE NIGHT FOX
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Re:Def Leppard cover
2012/08/09 00:54:09
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This songs cool , I agree with Daryl theres room for something behind what going on now .
You said its not finished so I'm guessing there's a bigger surprise in the next version when posted , right now it sounding great in my ears !
Nice guitar playing , like the lead in this - James
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Re:Def Leppard cover
2012/08/09 02:45:43
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Man! One of my favorite bands ever! Loved the individual spin on everything. Keep tweaking and I think you'll get there. Sounds like it was a lot of fun to do. Dude - the voice is so Brice Dickenson from Iron Maiden. I could so hear "Rhime of the Ancient Mariner".
Glad you shared. Keep at it. It's good stuff. Love listening to the talented folks here on this forum.
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Re:Def Leppard cover
2012/08/09 23:11:42
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not famillar with the song, but it sounds great... well done...
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Re:Def Leppard cover
2012/08/10 00:07:01
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Man I wish I knew a singer... I'd point you to them. The guitars sound great! But if you A/B this to the original :-) You'll see that you're buring the vox (but that only seemed at the begining, later it seemed to rock pretty hard.) This is a classic "BIG HAIR" rock cover, you get kudos for even trying, and it's pretty damn awesome!
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Re:Def Leppard cover
2012/08/10 01:01:26
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wow.. sweet job.
I used to fall asleep listening to a small boom box, loaded with a cassette of hysteria... back in 1987!!! when I was 9 yrs old. I realize this track was high n dry.. but still.. Def Leppard was my fav band growing up! I think this really well done.. Afraid I'm too emotionally attached to give an honest opinion, or any advice on the mix.
I had so much fun listening!
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The Band19
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Re:Def Leppard cover
2012/08/10 01:15:37
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I saw them in concert in the 80s, Hysteria tour, good seats, down front in the middle :-) Had a back stage pass too; but I gave it to a young lady who was in front of me "shaking her money maker throughout the show..." She was such a distraction (I mean, "that money maker?" it would bring tears to your eyes...), and the people I was with were leaving. I asked her if I could trade a kiss on the neck for a backstage pass? She said yes :-D So in the end, it was well worth it for me.
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Bob Oister
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Re:Def Leppard cover
2012/08/10 04:36:18
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Hey, Robert, very nice job on this cover of one of my old favorites! My cover band way back when, did the first single, "Let It Rock" from the same album, "High 'n Dry", that this is from. You did an excellent job playing and recreating the instrument tracks, and the vocals sound really good, too. Nice work, buddy, have a good one! Bob
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Re:Def Leppard cover
2012/08/10 17:56:52
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kinda one of my favorite all time tunes. this is awesome man!! took me back to the glorious days of vinyl in my grammar school years. guitars are sweet; the only thing i would add is what was said earlier too about putting some tube warmth on here. like a nice Marshall or Hayden head w/ 4x12 cab. mic one speaker with like a Shure SM57 and one other with like a Sennheiser906 or something of the like and record two tracks simultaneously that way, then mix/blend them to get the best of both frequency responses. DL has trademark backing vocals/harmonies so you have your work cut out there especially with the high range needed, but i'm sure if you look around you can find someone with the pipes unless you think you can train your singer dude (who does a fine and impressive job on lead vox) to work with it. this is one of the best covers i have heard in a long while. thanks for the listen. looking forward to the final product. kudos.
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Guitarpima
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Re:Def Leppard cover
2012/08/11 20:54:47
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Lynn - I appreciate it. I'm hoping for some more vox myself but so far no takers. Thanks for checking it out Daryl. It was recorded with a PodXT. I now use a Blackstar HT-5 and can get a better tone. Plus, when I get it back, I'm useing a ROC now and can record 3 inputs at once now. Thanks for taking the time to listen and comment James! Thanks Wineshop! Yeah, Jim could definitly be in a IM tribute band. Thanks for checking it out Frank. I appreciate it. Thanks Robbie! I'll look into it. Maybe a bit of automation will help. I saw them at UD arena in Dayton, OH on the same tour. Great show! Although, Tesla opened and rocked it hard. What a night. Thanks Linear Phase! LOL! It was Journey's "Escape" for me. Then others. Thanks for checking it out! Thanks for checking it out Bob! I've been working on a midi for "let it rock" but don't know how to create the bends in midi. I think I'm done with it but that. Thanks ABV, I appreciate it! I don't have that equipment but the SM57. This was recorded with a PodXT. I have a good tube amp and an old Fender 85 combo that I use the speaker from. The speaker is an old Cerwin Vega. When I put it in, the amp gained like 5 pounds. I have to create an isolation box before I can mic it though. Till then, it's DI (out of amp), FX loop out and a DI box. Thanks again for listening and commenting everyone. If anyone wants to help with the BV, let me know!
post edited by Guitarpima - 2012/08/11 20:57:21
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Re:Def Leppard cover
2012/08/11 22:50:25
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Jim sounds like Bowie. I'd capitalize on that.
Drums need to be BIGGER!!!!!
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Guitarpima
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Re:Def Leppard cover
2012/08/16 14:13:48
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Thanks Bapu! I appreciate it.
This one is on hold for a while. Jim found a singer to do the high harmonies. She won't be able to get to it till September somethime. I'll just start a new thread then.
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Re:Def Leppard cover (updated mix 8/11)
2012/08/16 16:08:13
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Nice one. I was thinking about doing a rocking guitar instrumental and started on Switch 625. You beat me to it. Nice job....I like what you've done with it.
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Re:Def Leppard cover (updated mix 8/11)
2012/08/17 18:20:34
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I've always love this tune - and you really did it well. Love it.
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Re:Def Leppard cover (updated mix 8/11)
2012/08/18 04:49:54
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My absolute favourite DL song. Great work.
In terms of the mix levels, I think the cymbals could come back in the mix -especially in the chorus, there might be too much swell. I think you're right the snare needs work to me it sounds too thin, it really needs to smack you in the face.
Nice work.
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