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[Woorloog]

Doesn't sound like Halo though, to reiterate.

I can hear traces of Halo, more in some tracks, less so in others. But overall, it isn't like the Halo we've used to.
Still like it a lot. Classic Halo music did start feeling old, heard enough of it.

 

[Arnie]

I can hear traces of Halo, more in some tracks, less so in others. But overall, it isn't like the Halo we've used to.
Still like it a lot. Classic Halo music did start feeling old, heard enough of it.

Suppose. And Awakening sounds boss; the remix is even better. Sat here with some nice headphones on just nodding. Such a good remix.

 

[Blue Ninja]

I can hear traces of Halo, more in some tracks, less so in others. But overall, it isn't like the Halo we've used to.
Still like it a lot. Classic Halo music did start feeling old, heard enough of it.

I'm going to miss old Halo, but I'm willing to try something new.

 

[squidhands]

never heard of a single one of them. feelin' old.

You're not missing out on anything. ;-)

I watched it on CED and still own it in that format.

Go ahead and look that up.

wow, videodisc. Haven't seen those in decades; I'd imagine the Star Wars one is the most (only?) sought after?

 

[CyReN]

Man, LE soundtrack bundle looks awesome, would love if they released a vinyl record like CEA.

Halo 4's setting me back HORRIBLY financially. My wallet's already bracing for impact, so far I got:

- $100 for LE game
- $60 for UNSC controller (need a new controller, why not)
- $75 for LE Soundtravk
- $200? for wireless Halo 4 headset (need a new headset, why not)

Working up to $500 alone on Halo 4. Wow. Not to mention there's going to be people out there who add the console to that list.

If you are spending $200 on headphones, might as well get Astros.

 

[G17]

IGN Interview is up: http://ign.com/articles/2012/08/22/listen-to-the-halo-4-soundtrack-right-now

Great to hear that he has replayed the first 3 games, a true fan.

 

[The Librarian]

I'll update the OP when the Bulletin comes out. That'll undoubtedly have more information, no misinformation, and will highlight all the important aspects surrounding the soundtrack's release.

 

[ThatsMytrunks]

Newegg doesn't typically deliver on launch day, and the game packed in with the console doesn't include the LE content.

I know, but I'm wondering if it's the same SKU as the regular edition retail.

I'm thinking of buying the game day one at gamestop or something and then returning the version that came in the system bundle. Or maybe I'll just amazon it. :|

 

[Sai-kun]

The Sander van Doorn remix is so kickass.

 

[Enfinit]

If you are spending $200 on headphones, might as well get Astros.

I had A40's, but they broke due to an unfortunate moving accident. My goodness what a headset. So fantastic. Currently I'm using Turtle Beaches XC1's ($19.99 Walmart model) as a transition until I get a better headset. .

I was about to drop the money for a pair of A50's, however it was announced that 343i will have a Halo 4 edition Tritton headset, so I'm holding until then just to see. Will still probably go with the A40/A50 (which do you recommend?).

 

[Poker Face]

the chanting in revival sounds awful, but to galaxy is really awesome imo.

i hope the original monks make an appearance sometime in the game :/.

 

[Hydranockz]

Apocalyptica are beasts. This is their contribution.

 

[Gazzawa]

Apocalyptica are beasts. This is their contribution.

you told me they were sellouts

 

[Deadly Cyclone]

Buying the OST LE, you order it on Waypoint?

 

[Overdoziz]

Listening to the OST samples before I delve into that, and as I said last night I'm liking what I hear, but I'm not overwhelmed by it. Yet. Perhaps once the Chief's on screen just doing shit I'll come around.

Agreed. So far I haven't really heard anything that sounds particularly interesting. Most of it sounds generic more than anything, not much like Halo either. Nothing stands out and it's all just kind of there. Felt similar about most of Reach's OST although that one still had a few gems.

 

[thezerofire]

I had A40's, but they broke due to an unfortunate moving accident. My goodness what a headset. So fantastic. Currently I'm using Turtle Beaches XC1's ($19.99 Walmart model) as a transition until I get a better headset. .

I was about to drop the money for a pair of A50's, however it was announced that 343i will have a Halo 4 edition Tritton headset, so I'm holding until then just to see. Will still probably go with the A40/A50 (which do you recommend?).

If you're going to be spending that much, might as well get Sennheisers. I'm assuming you already have a mixamp

 

[CyReN]

I had A40's, but they broke due to an unfortunate moving accident. My goodness what a headset. So fantastic. Currently I'm using Turtle Beaches XC1's ($19.99 Walmart model) as a transition until I get a better headset. .

I was about to drop the money for a pair of A50's, however it was announced that 343i will have a Halo 4 edition Tritton headset, so I'm holding until then just to see. Will still probably go with the A40/A50 (which do you recommend?).

If you have broken headset, worth trying out their customer service to see if anything can be done first. They have really good customer service, I have no experience with Tritton though just Astro, Sennheiser and Turtle Beach.

 

[Blue Ninja]

Agreed. So far I haven't really heard anything that sounds particularly interesting. Most of it sounds generic more than anything, not much like Halo either. Nothing stands out and it's all just kind of there. Felt similar about most of Reach's OST although that one still had a few gems.

I agree, mostly.

 

[Trey]

Spoiler

I still haven't redeemed it, thinking I might just give it away

Anniversary OST? I'm interested if/when you're feeling altruistic.

 

[Risen]

CS: GO is amazing btw

Am DL'ing now

 

[Enfinit]

If you have broken headset, worth trying out their customer service to see if anything can be done first. They have really good customer service, I have no experience with Tritton though just Astro, Sennheiser and Turtle Beach.

I actually sold my broken pair to a friend (who fixed them for himself) because I was too lazy to deal with them at the time (which was a little over six months ago).

In your opinion, A40's or A50's? I do like the wireless option.

 

[DesertFox]

Where did the Recruit image go... because i'm pretty darn sure it ain't the same as the pic i linked.

http://download.halowaypoint.com/content/waypoint/assets/images/b133dbea198041a882a38d6e93736cfa/2820771-gallery.png

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-G38UE7yeD5k/UDSHPX_zyiI/AAAAAAAADPY/r_wrU0yraSs/s1600/de_20120822_dlc_ltd.jpg

They look identical to me. Anyway I'm just wondering if we'll have access to this to unlock without the LE edition? Just need to know if I should go change my pre-order

 

[Tashi]

These soundtrack samples are godly, as are their remixes. To Galaxy sounds so familiar. Almost Metal Gear Solid.

Also just realized there an original Nemesis. Can't wait to hear it all.

 

[Hydranockz]

you told me they were sellouts

Their radio releases are tripe. Stupid ass lyrics and auto-tuned vocals. Their collabs are pretty good The MAG soundtrack was pretty sick and on this one they get to tell you how crazy Cortana is

 

[NobleGundam]

Me Gusta. Dem Halo 4 Samples. Dat Closing Hostilities Track. These Nerd Chills<3
Thank you, the entire composition is remarkable!

 

[Bsigg12]

I can't wait to hear Revival in all it's glory in the game. The end of that sample is so sick.

 

[The P of Poland]

Where do I go to listen to these OST tracks?

 

[willow ve]

I had A40's, but they broke due to an unfortunate moving accident. My goodness what a headset. So fantastic. Currently I'm using Turtle Beaches XC1's ($19.99 Walmart model) as a transition until I get a better headset. .

I was about to drop the money for a pair of A50's, however it was announced that 343i will have a Halo 4 edition Tritton headset, so I'm holding until then just to see. Will still probably go with the A40/A50 (which do you recommend?).

Do you find surround sound headphones to be that much better than stereo? I've always been curious.

 

[CyReN]

Am DL'ing now

CS:GO is good, just the aiming a bit weird, damn you Aim Acceleration.

 

[DeadNames]

Those samples are cool, but they sound too produced. Not exactly a big fan of the techno influence. Hopefully there are some more calm pieces... A lot of them sound like DUN DUN DUN DUUUUUNNNNNNNN.

Still waiting on the classic Halo theme.



EDIT: Revival sounds badass. Chills.

 

[Bsigg12]

Where do I go to listen to these OST tracks?

I got your back, bro

 

[Woorloog]

http://download.halowaypoint.com/content/waypoint/assets/images/b133dbea198041a882a38d6e93736cfa/2820771-gallery.png

http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-G38UE7yeD5k/UDSHPX_zyiI/AAAAAAAADPY/r_wrU0yraSs/s1600/de_20120822_dlc_ltd.jpg

They look identical to me. Anyway I'm just wondering if we'll have access to this to unlock without the LE edition? Just need to know if I should go change my pre-order

Okay, maybe it is the same. The colors may be putting me off.
Wish we'd get a bigger image of that Recruit armor to be sure.

 

[heckfu]

Where do I go to listen to these OST tracks?

Did you try reading the thread?

 

[Enfinit]

Do you find surround sound headphones to be that much better than stereo? I've always been curious.

I'm not too much of an audio enthusiast (I just like what sounds good), but I have a tendency to lean towards surround sound. Deeper bass, more solid treble, it's more of an engulfing sound.

 

[Sai-kun]

Those samples are cool, but they sound too produced. Not exactly a big fan of the techno influence. Hopefully there are some more calm pieces... A lot of them sound like DUN DUN DUN DUUUUUNNNNNNNN.

Still waiting on the classic Halo theme.

I would love to hear more stuff along the lines of Halo 3's remix of Walk in the Woods with the really subdued DnB sound.

 

[Pop]

Yes. It's Alvin Risk.

Thank You kind sir.

 

[Bsigg12]

Something that sucks is that I don't think I can really justify spending $70 on the Special Edition OST along with $99.99 on the LE of the game. I'm absolutely loving the samples along with the remixes, and I am curious about the making of the music DVD but it's just so damn pricey.


Edit: I'm getting a huge Massive Attack influence on these songs. To me, that's no a problem because I love that sound, it's nice to see a different take on the Halo soundtrack.

 

[Steelyuhas]

If the game has 15 missions, it's more likely that they're broken up into smaller portions rather than being fifteen "full" missions, like Halo 2. This is basing it on what Bungie has been able to put out in previous three-year cycles, and if that's the case, I'd rather they be kept to 10; easier to remember levels and it makes more sense. "Outsirks" and "Metropolis" were really one level, and so were "The Arbiter" and "The Oracle."

Dax hates ambition confirmed.

I hope they add a mercanaries playlist as well.

Why would you create a new playlist instead of just using the party restrictions that have already been in the past two games matchmaking systems? Makes no sense.

Listened to the OST samples, they are decent. The last two are pretty good, the first two don't do much for me. Gotta have it with the game to truly judge though, it has potential I think. I don't really care about the remixes, at least not right now.

 

[Pop]

I got your back, bro

Really looking forward to the soundtrack and wubwubwub remixes.

 

[Bsigg12]

BSangel just posted this on twitter, Ascendancy remix courtesy of Rolling Stone


Edit: I skipped right over that post from a couple pages back. Damn, my bad.

 

[Sai-kun]

BSangel just posted this on twitter, Ascendancy remix courtesy of Rolling Stone

oh snap oh snap oh snap

listening....

Damn, this is fantastic.

 

[Hypertrooper]

BSangel just posted this on twitter, Ascendancy remix courtesy of Rolling Stone

Already posted. I hope the bulletin will be available soon.

 

[Enfinit]

BSangel just posted this on twitter, Ascendancy remix courtesy of Rolling Stone

There's the wub wub I've been expecting.

 

[Gabotron ES]

Adding Ascendancy to my workout playlist, holy shit man!

Loving all of them.

Edit: can you actually download them? :/

 

[Overdoziz]

Why would you create a new playlist instead of just using the party restrictions that have already been in the past two games' matchmaking systems? Makes no sense.

I wish every playlist (FFA aside) had party matching. That way parties would have more competitive matches and people going in solo won't get slaughtered by full teams. That way you won't really need a mercenaries playlist either.

 

[TS x Massacre]

Adding Ascendancy to my workout playlist, holy shit man!

Loving all of them.

Ditto. So badass.

 

[Hitmonchan107]

The Sander van Doorn remix is so kickass.

That song gets neutered in the middle. It's not a cohesive piece, let alone a complete remix. They added electronic bits to the beginning and end and threw in the original in the middle so they could justify calling it a remix.

The Hundred Waters remix is DOPE. I want an entire album of that.

BSangel just posted this on twitter, Ascendancy remix courtesy of Rolling Stone


Edit: I skipped right over that post from a couple pages back. Damn, my bad.

Now THAT'S what I call a remix Vol. 1! A million times yes.

 

[DeadNames]

Please tell me I'm not the only one who likes the new samples?

We need some pieces like Unforgotten or In Amber Clad from Halo 2. Or at least some pieces similar to Halo 3.

Everything is just too dark and predictable in my opinion.

 

[Woorloog]

I wish every playlist (FFA aside) had party matching. That way parties would have more competitive matches and people going in solo won't get slaughtered by full teams. That way you won't really need a mercenaries playlist either.

This, this, this.
Lack of this practically destroyed Reach for me when playing solo. In Halo 3 as well, come to think of it. I played mostly FFA there.

 

[Sai-kun]

That song gets neutered in the middle. It's not a cohesive piece, let alone a complete remix. They added electronic bits to the beginning and end and threw in the original in the middle so they could justify calling it a remix.

I highly doubt 2:25 is the entire track. It's probably closer to 4-5 minutes long. It's called building up ;P