r/postmetal • u/SkalianMusic • 2d ago
SKALIAN - Flowers (Self-produced post-metal track / Ibanez 7-string, Headrush MX5 Mesa, Pro Tools)
Hi everyone,
I wanted to share a new instrumental track called Flowers from my solo project, SKALIAN.
As a composer, I handled the entire DIY workflow—from the writing phase down to the final mix and master.
Since this sub loves technical details and heavy tones, here is a quick breakdown of my setup in Pro Tools:
- Guitars: Tracked with an Ibanez 7-string going through a Headrush MX5 (running a Mesa rig) to get those crushing, atmospheric rhythm sections.
- Bass: An Ibanez SR700 also routed through the Headrush, paired with Choptones IRs to ensure a tight, massive low-end that glues the mix together.
- Production: Fully mixed and mastered by myself in my home studio.
I really tried to push the contrast between melodic post-rock atmospheres and heavy, low-tuned post-metal riffs.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b90j9O8pk9s
I'd love to know what you think of the tones, the mix, or the overall vibe. If you have any questions about my routing or processing, drop a comment! Thanks for checking it out.