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MDL Tone - 'Ultimate Heavy Drums' - A Leviathan of METAL!
MDL Tone has just released a brand new drum VST....'Ultimate Heavy Drums'!
Engineered and mixed by Josh Middleton, UHD brings you the absolute pinnacle of metal drum tones (and much more) with it's vast array of kit pieces and tweakability all within the Kontakt Player. (Yes the FREE version is compatible).
Check the links below to purchase....also like, share and subscribe!
MDL Tone -
www.youtube.com/@MDLTone
Josh Middleton -
www.youtube.com/@JoshMiddletonOfficial
Tonez used -
Nolly Bass - www.getgooddrums.com/products/the-nolly-bass-library
GGD Contender Series Cabs - www.getgooddrums.com/collections/plugins/products/ggd-studio-cabs-contenders-round-1
Neaural DSP Nameless X - neuraldsp.com/plugins/fortin-nameless-suite
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Відео

Orbit Culture - Strangler Playthrough
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I recently discovered the Swedish band Orbit Culture and was instantly hooked! I decided to put down a bit of a playthrough for one of my (many favourite songs) Strangler off the Shaman EP. For this playthrough I used a Solar V 1.6 artist & a Solar 1.7A both guitars loaded with Evertune bridges. My guitars straight up the middle and I approximated the solo with some improvisation! My main guita...
STL Tones - Josh Middleton Tonality
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STL Tones have once again teamed up with Sylosis/Architects guitarist Josh Middleton to re-create 3 classic high gain amps in 1 plugin. Here's a short thrashtastic demo using 2 tracks of the JMT plugin for the rhythm guitars. Thanks to STL Tones for letting me check this beast out early, I love it! If you want to check out the plugin for yourself visit - www.stltones.com/products/tonality-josh-...
Stymphalian Productions - Mythos Kemper Pack
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Credits to Marco Cudan and Lasse Lammett for the backing track! (Origin/LSD Studios). The "Mythos" merged Kemper guitar pack contains 12 profiles, 10 rhythm and 2 lead tones. This Kemper pack is full of searing high gain tones which are articulate and aggressive but smooth and without any harsh fizz thanks to the select speakers used in the creation of the profiles. This is a preview of how 4 o...
STL Tonehub - Josh Middleton
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Check out this demo I did using the STL Tonehub Josh Middleton (Sylosis/Architects) pack! This pack contains loads of amps, cabs and speaker combinations that will guarantee a solid guitar tone in any production (but especially rock & metal) Visit www.stltones.com to get your hands on the Tonehub plugin and Josh Middleton on his site www.joshmiddleton.com. The riffs you hear in this video are a...
James Stephenson - Simon Cliffe Jam #2 Solo
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I was lucky enough to be invited to an online jam session with 4 other great guitar players. This is my entry! Check out the full jam video on Simon's channel here - ua-cam.com/video/kdERGf5z_iE/v-deo.html Thanks to Simon Cliffe for the opportunity to be a part of this! Backing track from N&MCreation.
Neural DSP Archetype Nolly + Parallax - Metal
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In this video I used the Archetype Nolly and Parallax for the guitars and bass respectively. Both plugins are absolutely great and a big hats off to the guys at Neural DSP for creating such usable tools! If you want to trial or purchase these plugins visit the Neural DSP website - neuraldsp.com I also offer mixing/mastering & reamping services so if you would like to get in touch about working ...
Stymphalian Productions - Mesa Mark V Profile Pack
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UK based guitarist Simon Cliffe demonstrates a few profile from the new Mark V Kemper pack! See more of Simon's work at - Simon-Cliffe-Guitarist-620447598078093/ The Mesa Mark V Kemper Pack contains 18 profiles, spanning tight and articulate metal tones to light crunch and dreamy cleans. This pack also includes all of John Petrucci's Mark V settings live/studio profiled across all ...
GGD Invasion & All The Gains Kemper Pack
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I wrote this quick slam-tastic track and tried out the new GGD Invasion kit and combined that with the GGD "All The Gains" Kemper Profile bundle. This was also the first time i've recorded with my new Solar V 1.6ET and i'm absolutely loving it! Evertune have knocked it out the park with this invention. Crazy good! I used the Vinnie Paul snare and the Dual Rec Framus Cobra profiles in this video...
Stymphalian Productions - Studio Kemper Bass Playthrough
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Bryn Portas (Heartsink, Pray For Hayden, The Proteus Effect) plays through some of the new Kemper bass profiles in a variety of playing styles and genres. Studio Clean - 0:01 BigRig - 0:36 PhatSVT - 1:12 Piranha Attack - 1:42 Overgrind - 2:20 Azreal - 2:57 SansAttack - 3:20 The Chopper - 3:42 Titan52 - 4:19 Vermin - 4:52 Hellbound - 5:18 Grit n' Bite - 5:47 Basses used for this video - Fender P...
Stymphalian Productions - Studio Bass Kemper Bundle
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I'm proud to announce the new Stymphalian Productions Studio Bass Kemper Bundle! Featuring 16 profiles spanning various tonal variety to suit any genre of mix. This is a preview of how 4 of these profiles can sit in a mix with minimal amount of post processing. Big thanks to the guys in Armortura for letting me use their song "Hellbound" for this preview. It was a great pleasure to work on thei...
RIFT Abomination of Desolation (Official Music Video)
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The official music video for "Abomination of Desolation" By RIFT. Filmed by Steve Russ and James Stephenson. Edited by James Stephenson. RIFT is - Simon "Jack Hammer" Jones - Vocals & Guitar James Stephenson - Guitar Rod Boston - Bass Jay Graham - Drums Check out our Facebook page for more content - OfficialRIFTband
RIFT Teaser
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Teaser of upcoming material from the upcoming RIFT album.
March of a Blackened Christ - The Black Stymphalian (Guitar Playthrough)
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Guitar playthrough for "March of a Blackened Christ" off my 2014 EP "Khaos Sigma". If you want to hear more, get hold of an EP or even a t-shirt please visit the links below - theblackstymphalian.bigcartel.com/ Facebook - theblackstymphalian Mixed and mastered by - stymphalianproductions Thanks to Ian Gillings, Greg Fender & Lyle Cooper for their roles on this EP! All ...
Glass Prison Solo - 24mm Camera Test
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Twas a bit cloudy today so I decided to mess about with camera settings/lens before I do any real footage. Pretty pleased at how this raw footage turned out. Plus, cheeky bit of Glass Prison solo...albeit not perfect by any means. Sorry about the camera audio!
Return To Serenity (Testament Cover)
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Return To Serenity (Testament Cover)
Music Man JP12 (D'Activator) Music Man JPX (D'Activator-X) Comparison
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Music Man JP12 (D'Activator) Music Man JPX (D'Activator-X) Comparison
Cannibal Corpse Decency Defied Cover
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Cannibal Corpse Decency Defied Cover
Stymphalian Productions - Mark IV Kemper Profile Pack
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Stymphalian Productions - Mark IV Kemper Profile Pack
Stymphalian Productions - Mouth Of Madness (EUGG Competition Mix)
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Stymphalian Productions - Mouth Of Madness (EUGG Competition Mix)
Stymphalian Productions - Mesa Dual Rectifier Pack II
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Stymphalian Productions - Mesa Dual Rectifier Pack II
5 Boost/Overdrive Shootout - (VFE, Pro Tone, Maxon)
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5 Boost/Overdrive Shootout - (VFE, Pro Tone, Maxon)
Pickup Test - EMG 81 vs 57/66
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Pickup Test - EMG 81 vs 57/66
The Black Stymphalian - Chaoskampf
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The Black Stymphalian - Chaoskampf
Black Stymphalian Teaser
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Black Stymphalian Teaser
Stymphalian Productions - Mesa Dual Rectifier Metal Pack
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Stymphalian Productions - Mesa Dual Rectifier Metal Pack
Stymphalian Productions - 5150 II Metal KPA Profile Pack
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Stymphalian Productions - 5150 II Metal KPA Profile Pack
ArthurD Dual Rectifier MONSTER KPA Pack Demo
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ArthurD Dual Rectifier MONSTER KPA Pack Demo
Stymphalian Productions - EVH 5150III/5150II Kemper Pack
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Stymphalian Productions - EVH 5150III/5150II Kemper Pack
Stymphalian Productions - Darkglass B7K Profile Pack
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Stymphalian Productions - Darkglass B7K Profile Pack

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @mikestraley7201
    @mikestraley7201 8 днів тому

    Yep

  • @tudorscoarta
    @tudorscoarta 11 днів тому

    You are one hellf of a player and mixing artist! Do you mind sharing your presets for nolly and parallax? And the whole chain, i'm very interested in how you made those guitars so thick.

  • @wowcool7984
    @wowcool7984 27 днів тому

    How this only has 7k views is still beyond me

  • @RobcadRadDad
    @RobcadRadDad 27 днів тому

    Brilliant cover! I first heard of this album around early 94 after picking up Apocalyptic City, then Low then the Ritual. This song always stuck out.

  • @dingodogg9280
    @dingodogg9280 Місяць тому

    Probably my fav Testement track ever... sounds coool.. well done ya`ll, give yourself a pat on the back..

  • @rubensalazar8655
    @rubensalazar8655 Місяць тому

    man, your page is down, where else can get your rigs... nice tones by the way

    • @TheBlackStymphalian
      @TheBlackStymphalian Місяць тому

      @rubensalazar8655 Hey, you can email me at... the_black_stymphalian@hotmail.co.uk

  • @yaxxbass
    @yaxxbass Місяць тому

    Beautiful version

  • @DARTHVADEL1
    @DARTHVADEL1 Місяць тому

    Amazing! Did you use any vst for the drums?

    • @TheBlackStymphalian
      @TheBlackStymphalian Місяць тому

      I think I used GetGoodDrums Invasion for this with some samples layered over the top. Cheers!

  • @magnimum0638
    @magnimum0638 Місяць тому

    This is the best cover of any song I have heard without any doubts you have managed to copy the original this is something not everyone can do. Everything about this sounds great. Well done good job I will listen to this as the normal song.

  • @philltendo1480
    @philltendo1480 Місяць тому

    How do you get better at the sweep picking cords ? Thin pick and fluidity

  • @cesaraugustonascimento419
    @cesaraugustonascimento419 Місяць тому

    Top música boa

  • @leonardpeters3266
    @leonardpeters3266 Місяць тому

    Smokin. Hell Yeah

  • @Ethersis
    @Ethersis Місяць тому

    Another mindblowing demo! 🤘🤘🤘

  • @raulfloresvazquez7196
    @raulfloresvazquez7196 Місяць тому

  • @blssod7212
    @blssod7212 Місяць тому

    I must have watched this 50 times now, and finally helped me figure out this guitar solo. I don't think it's 100% note for note but pretty damn close and the timing and phrasing is perfect. Cheers to you guys, one of my favorite songs for many years and you all took it up a notch

  • @renaatsenechal
    @renaatsenechal 2 місяці тому

    That bass mixing makes it better than the original

  • @scottrhoades4290
    @scottrhoades4290 2 місяці тому

    Awesome, goes good with the morning coffee and bowl !

  • @AbdullahJan-nv1qd
    @AbdullahJan-nv1qd 2 місяці тому

    For some reason, the guitarist didnt use legato for the riff. But nevertheless, amazing cover. Loved the singer.. Refreshing voice and that accent :)

  • @AbdullahJan-nv1qd
    @AbdullahJan-nv1qd 2 місяці тому

    The singer's voice is just phenomenal.

  • @brianr9968
    @brianr9968 2 місяці тому

    nicely done! not an easy song to cover, and you guys took it to the next level with great harmonizing vocals and tasty licks🤘🏻👏

  • @blub7205
    @blub7205 2 місяці тому

    Wow 🤩 🤘🍺

  • @guryzapata1265
    @guryzapata1265 3 місяці тому

    🤯

  • @NumLock60
    @NumLock60 3 місяці тому

    Ты молодец что пытаешься, хоть и выходит неважно

  • @luiska94
    @luiska94 3 місяці тому

    I'd have loved to see the bass!

  • @voidplay3121
    @voidplay3121 3 місяці тому

    I preffer the original solo, but this one is almost cool as the original :P Like 99% 😛 Gj guys 👍

  • @MidnightMetalUniverseYT
    @MidnightMetalUniverseYT 3 місяці тому

    Excellent!

  • @blssod7212
    @blssod7212 3 місяці тому

    I can't believe I'm saying this, but on a whole, better than the original.

  • @Frontier327
    @Frontier327 3 місяці тому

    Holy smokes this is one of the most amazing things I've ever watched

  • @whurleymusic
    @whurleymusic 4 місяці тому

    oh man does that bring me back to mid 1980’s thrash days! Kudos sir! Made me go and buy the MDL drums damn it! 😂

  • @patrickmulcahy697
    @patrickmulcahy697 4 місяці тому

    2024 rock it like it was fresh, great take, return to serenity!!

  • @mercenarysoldier
    @mercenarysoldier 4 місяці тому

    Awesome, great guitar tone and solo

  • @kerrymorris8798
    @kerrymorris8798 4 місяці тому

    Great playing but Ibanez tone isn't there that skolnick was known for in the 80s-90s as practice what you preach the ballad, I'm a huge fan of Japan made Ibanez,got over 3 dozen in my collection with the Alex skolnick sig model

  • @milesjefferson5823
    @milesjefferson5823 4 місяці тому

    Dang that's good

  • @marcoantoniomarcoantonione7663
    @marcoantoniomarcoantonione7663 5 місяців тому

    Muito boa música

  • @chriskensington1308
    @chriskensington1308 5 місяців тому

    Every once in a great while, a band will do a cover that actually surpasses the original song. Alex Skolnick is a master in his own right; yet this cover takes a great thing and makes it superior. This is some God-given talent that defies words. Yes. THIS.

  • @DannyMck
    @DannyMck 5 місяців тому

    This was incredible just awesome

  • @METALUPYOURCULO
    @METALUPYOURCULO 5 місяців тому

    Did you use one of the presets? Any additional processing on the drums? Sounds really good!

    • @TheBlackStymphalian
      @TheBlackStymphalian 5 місяців тому

      @METALUPYOURCULO Thanks! I used the '90s Stadium Preset' with no additional processing.

  • @randymccoy2527
    @randymccoy2527 5 місяців тому

    Oh my Gods this is just crushing. Holy moly!!!!! FILTHY

  • @MTRX2011
    @MTRX2011 5 місяців тому

    inexplicably gorgeous. as ancient as my deepest sorrows. 😞

  • @gregfender
    @gregfender 5 місяців тому

    Still one of the greatest riffers ever!

  • @marekkrynicki3746
    @marekkrynicki3746 5 місяців тому

    How did you get guitar tone ? Did you use stock IRs from Namless if I may ask ?

    • @TheBlackStymphalian
      @TheBlackStymphalian 5 місяців тому

      The two main guitars use GGD Contender Series IR's. It was the Mesa Trad on one side and a mix of the Marshall's on the other. There's some quieter chords during the slower parts which are just using the stock Nameless cabs but the bulk of it is GGD.

    • @marekkrynicki3746
      @marekkrynicki3746 5 місяців тому

      @@TheBlackStymphalian thanks for quick reply 🤘😃

    • @marekkrynicki3746
      @marekkrynicki3746 5 місяців тому

      @@TheBlackStymphalian I am using nameless X also mostly with Mendel cabs but they never sound like yours 😂🙈

    • @TheBlackStymphalian
      @TheBlackStymphalian 5 місяців тому

      @@marekkrynicki3746 Mendel does great stuff too but if you haven't tried those GGD cabs I'd definitely snag them and give them a whirl.

  • @JoshMiddletonOfficial
    @JoshMiddletonOfficial 5 місяців тому

    Sounding sick mate! Riffs are awesome

  • @hourglassmedia9949
    @hourglassmedia9949 5 місяців тому

    man, sic fkn riffs!!! How was it working with the drums? Drag and drop? easy to work with?

    • @TheBlackStymphalian
      @TheBlackStymphalian 5 місяців тому

      Thanks! Yeah, super easy, just drag and drop as you say. It's a clean plugin, with the advanced features tucked away so it's not cluttering up the GUI. Definitely check it out

  • @developdevicestudio
    @developdevicestudio 5 місяців тому

    Great riffing, man! 🔥

  • @Fishplants
    @Fishplants 5 місяців тому

    Awesome playing! Does this librarie have different drum maps? Like for ezdrummer and roland e kits

    • @TheBlackStymphalian
      @TheBlackStymphalian 5 місяців тому

      @Fishplants thanks a lot! Yeah, it does have different mappings for those. Toontrack is definitely in there...I'm sure you'll be able to get the Roland working fine.

    • @Fishplants
      @Fishplants 5 місяців тому

      @@TheBlackStymphalian Thanks dude! Just bought it so will try it out now :D Sounds amazing

  • @jdwdrums
    @jdwdrums 5 місяців тому

    jfc these riffs rip! Killer mix. Welcome back. Please post more.. Did you do much post processing on the kit outside of kontakt?

    • @TheBlackStymphalian
      @TheBlackStymphalian 5 місяців тому

      Hey thanks a lot! Nope, I made sure it was all just Kontakt, didn't even seperate it out into the DAW.

    • @jdwdrums
      @jdwdrums 5 місяців тому

      @@TheBlackStymphalian wow that's amazing, sounds so good!

  • @venquessa
    @venquessa 6 місяців тому

    Most emotive solo in history IMHO... debate me.

  • @maloneyboloney9377
    @maloneyboloney9377 6 місяців тому

    Just found this today. It’s a brilliant cover. I hope you’re still doing music.

  • @havok9525
    @havok9525 6 місяців тому

    Can't believe it's been 7 years since I discovered this amazing cover. I still listen to it regularly instead of the original lol. You guys did an incredible work!

  • @georgiivov6314
    @georgiivov6314 6 місяців тому

    Amazing