darthduba's audio Reviews on Newgrounds

[Far Away (NB)]

Yeah house is fun to do

Nice effects. I like it

Good stuff
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You added a lot of variation over a long time. It doesn't get boring at all. In fact it works a bit entrancing.
I love the synths you used at 3.15

Other
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At some points when the kick and bass layer over each other. There is some small distortion.

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Overall a very nice piece of work.
Greetz Duba

Take a sec to check out my latest :)

DJ-NOSEBLEED responds:

Thanks for the in depth review! I'll check out your stuff for sure!

[[JP] Ninja Sunset]

Loving the string

Intro sounds a bit like venetian snares. Good melody and rythm. Altho the kick is a bit overpowered and causes distortion. you should take another kick or filter it a bit.

Otherwise a very nice track. Relaxing.
Greetz Duba

Take a sec to check my new song :)

[Kw- Flying]

Very nice track

You will stand a good chance in the contest

Good stuff
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You took the time to spread out your ideas over a long time, which is good for creating an ambiance.
I like the delay on the pianonotes.
Good PAD in the back

Other
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Soundquality of the percussion is a bit on the lower side. You should try to reedit it a bit

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Overall this was a very nice song.
10/10 5/5

Good luck on the contest
Greetz Duba

nightsurfermusic responds:

Thanks for the awesome in depth review :)

[Dragon's Gate 1]

Cool

I can imagine this in a game

Good stuff
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Melody is good. If your remaking a video game song I'm guessing you used a MIDI ?
Good instrument to create a game atmosphere.

Other
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A bit repetitive after a while, but I gues its the same in the game aswell

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A decent track
8/10 5/5
Greetz Duba

12345678987654321lkj responds:

Hey, thanks man, your my first review. I don't do all the audio stuff, editing wise like that. my brother does that. he is going to teach me, though he's out in BC working. he does this for a living. ...anyway, I did hear him mention using a MIDI, (he also supplied the instruments for me to use while he was away. or at least till I could afford my own, LOL.
Thanx for the review.

Greetz (back)

[Never Cry Again]

Ambience for sure

You managed to create a good ambience. It could be used for a flash in a laboratory or something like that.

The good
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There where some good ideas in this one.
Nice fade-in at the start
Fade-out at the end.

Other
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Percussion gets a bit boring after a while. It could do with some more variation.
The song is decent but get a bit repetitive after a while

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Overall a decent track
7/10 4/5
Greetz Duba

ciararavenblaze responds:

thank you very much. :)

I tend to look at this song as me beginning to shift as a songwriter towards more of what I like to create than what I had created thus far up to this point--I liked what I made, but my style begins to really develop from this point on, I think.

[change of emotion]

Peacefull piece

I really enjoy these kind of tracks. They are good for Flashmovies or just to listen and relax.

Good stuff
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Melody is nice
You achieved a nice atmosphere.
Panning is nice. As if you are sitting in front of the piano.

Other
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I don't say its a bad thing, but another instrument then the piano could give your song some extra dimensions.

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Overall a pretty good piece of work.
8/10 5/5
Greetz Duba

Stalagmite responds:

"An extra dimension" i like that. lol.. i know i cant get the original file, but i still have the audio track. It may be a good piece to sing to... Now i just need to learn to sing aswell haha. im definately going to try to add more instruments to this piece then. i can here the pieces coming together already lol. thanks so much for your words. :)

[The Ribbon]

Very nice

You certainly achieved the relaxing effect. I can really sit back to this.

Good stuff
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Very relaxing
Good buildup
Strong melody
Nice use of subbass
Percussion is fine

Other stuff
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Its a bit quiet. I put my stereo in pretty loud and I still have trouble hearing it clear. You could increase the melody volume a bit.
Some panning effects would be nice.

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I know you can't come back to this track. But maybe you can use this review for later works.

Greetz Duba

Stalagmite responds:

thanks to my first review on this song! owe you one lol. I am pleased you have enjoyed this piece. i must say there is not actually a defined melody as such during alot of this piece. that was kind of intentional. i didnt want to make anyone "think" to much. it distracts from the clear state of mind i hoped to achieve. I will definately work on my volume control LOL. it is a pain when all your songs have inconsistent volumes.
Also panning effects sound good. wish i thought of it before! lol.
Anyhows. I am greatful for your input friend, its all taken in and appreciated. Thanks alot. :D

[Alchemy FX]

Nice ideas

Very creative drum and bass. A first place well earned.

Duba

[The News-"You're On!"]

Recommended it

I friend is gonna use this for a school project. She made me say thanks to you :)

Thanks !

itsameyayo responds:

No problem, anytime! I just wish I mixed it better, lol.

-ImperfectDisciple

[NightlifeDL]

Recognise the melody

I love the melody. I recognise it from somewhere. Probably its just the second time I hear this song.

Overall it sounds very professional, just at the start my woofers screeched a little. But thats forgivable.

DukeLukeProd responds:

Hm, it's the most basic of melodies, wouldn't be surprised if someone did something similar ;)
Thanks for the comment