steel pan/strings/film pop song

[kotogoto]

Hey all,

Looking for input on general balance. We're going for a nice clean mix on this one.

Let me have it. Thanks!
-Will

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Cubase + IK Multimedia T-RackS and CSReverb
Phonic Helix FW18
Pan: x/y SM57s
Vox: audiotechnica AT4033a
strings: CAD and other cheap condenser
Bass: DI
Keys: DI
Drums: nothing special...

[archiegood]

My main concern would be that the vocal is lost in the mix. The numerous and varius instruments are REALLY cool. But, it's too congested. Spread them out a little more from left to right, and highlight the vocal.

Pretty darn cool!

[kotogoto]

thanks for your input!

[eddiechilton]

Good song! The only thing I don't like is the steel drums; they sound too forced to me. How do you like that Phonic mixer? I was looking at that when I was buying a new one and the reviews were horrible. Sounds like it's working, though, because the quality is great. I do agree about the panning. I'd separate everything a little because it becomes kind of (as archie said) congested. I'd also like a little more piano (which was probably my favorite tone from the song).