Definitely sounds like the hardware is involved in this outing - - I'm not a purist kit user at all but this has analogue written all over it - - very rich lovely sound - - also some really good programming and rhythm changes going on here to boot... :)

Definitely loosing the kick in the mix as you build so I reckon some layering is needed to add top end click and punch to it so it punches through more....

what I'm thinking is because you are using kit - i.e. the claps n stuff sound the original drum machine one's, your limited when layering, say to place a lower end clap underneath the one you have to fill it out... make them more chunky to go alongside the fullness of your main riff and acid sounds etc.

I reckon as well that the atmosphere parts you have put in are really good for the kinda dark uplifting side to this track, they set the mood perfectly, and I reckon you should use them more throughout - - placed well this will keep that layer available for the crowd to feed on - holding the mood balance...

Tell you what, the classic acid build from starting from 3.50min and then 5 mins to the top! !works soooooooo well - - wonderful to enjoy it once again :cheese: