mah boi Posted November 20, 2011 Report Share Posted November 20, 2011 If thorpe got two steps from hell to make the theme, I know it would be epic already. But unfortunatly, that day will never come. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiteknuckle Posted November 20, 2011 Report Share Posted November 20, 2011 <3<3<3<3Both Merlin B&Ms for this year have AMAZING music, Swarm NEEDS to continue this.Also, I think sommat like Mirabilandia's Reset would certainly work, shall see if I can find it.This music would definatley fit in with The Swarm's theme. I'm hoping Merlin pull something out the hat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted November 20, 2011 Report Share Posted November 20, 2011 I think that specific ride audio is something Thorpe has done successfully with most of their rides (my only real grumble being the Saw duo), so I can't see Thorpe making a mistake with Swarm.I love the idea of some sort of eerie choir singing some sort of chant in the station, even if it's just for dispatch. I'm more interested as to how the general island will sound; so many routes Thorpe could go down, and I'm interested which one they'll take.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted November 20, 2011 Report Share Posted November 20, 2011 Double post, but it's worth it...http://go-merlin.co.uk/theswarm/ That time lapse video!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sidders Posted November 20, 2011 Report Share Posted November 20, 2011 Go-Merlin favouritism. -_-I like to think I can slag them off for the awful choice in song too. Luke_A and mah boi 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted November 20, 2011 Report Share Posted November 20, 2011 ^The video, including sound, is copyright to Lobsterpictures.tv GM have just uploaded it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamY Posted November 20, 2011 Report Share Posted November 20, 2011 Well that solves the ride audio debate. Like it, it really emphasises the dark and foreboding undertones of the ride and area, good job Merlin! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knightknuckle Posted November 20, 2011 Report Share Posted November 20, 2011 If we are talking about what soundtrack they are going to use how about just the sound of a swarm of insects like Bee's or wasps? Afterall the ride is called The Swarm so I think that would be a suitable sound, not very original or inspiring I know but it would work! I just think if they try to be too flash with these sort of decisions they normally end up getting it wrong example being I think Stealth was the wrong name choice for that particular ride and the music didn't fit the feel of the ride either The concept that The Swarm is some kind of locast of insects or flying aliens that's invaded earth and has caused Armegeddon is a great idea so why not just represent this with some loud buzzing noise when your queuing up? Could get annoying after awhile and drive people away if it's too loud but that's something I'm sure they'd make sure wont happen! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d.m.k Posted November 21, 2011 Report Share Posted November 21, 2011 The bass tone at the end of all promotional videos for The Swarm is amazing - sent a shiver down my spine the first time I heard it.Anyone else thinking (like Inferno) that the bass would work well as part of the despatch music? If they're thinking of having LCD screens in the station, I could just imagine the 'War Is Coming' video with the bass tone being the despatch sequence, here's hoping! UnderItAll 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhaleSharkAndy Posted November 21, 2011 Report Share Posted November 21, 2011 Hi,I'm new to this forum.I've been watching this thread for a while now, and seen that the discussion has moved to soundtracks.Time to make my shameful plug.*cough* I made this around april time, and finished it up a bit after the general theme had been determined.If you guys could give me some feedback on this, I'd be grateful Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamY Posted November 21, 2011 Report Share Posted November 21, 2011 Anyone else thinking (like Inferno) that the bass would work well as part of the despatch music? If they're thinking of having LCD screens in the station, I could just imagine the 'War Is Coming' video with the bass tone being the despatch sequence, here's hoping! I'm personally hoping for dispatch lighting; I adore Air's blue wash and Inferno's is pretty cool too, although given the station is partially open for Swarm I don't suppose it'd work sadly. I think the short punchy bass track idea is good though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomglazed Posted November 21, 2011 Report Share Posted November 21, 2011 Honestly my worst fear is that they will attempt to add The Swarm on to the link system and the ride audio is just doomed to begin with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Knightknuckle Posted November 21, 2011 Report Share Posted November 21, 2011 Or how about the sound of the gun fire on the official website that would make a good queuline soundtrack! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marc Posted November 22, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 Honestly my worst fear is that they will attempt to add The Swarm on to the link system and the ride audio is just doomed to begin with.It should work fine, most audio problems at thorpe are more local to the ride Rarther than the park wide system Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 Extreme Swarm fog today, http://coasterupdates.com/2011/11/stealths-gone-oh-wait-its-just-fog/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mah boi Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 Some people are really silly, thinking it was a fire. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 With the circuit complete, work has begun on testing the clearance between the ride track, columns and theming elements. A 2D Saftey Envelope which clips to the track and mimics the space required for the vehicles (and guests arms!) is placed at key points to ensure adequate space is available Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Benin Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 Called it...And I hope that's the angle of the photo making look some some re-jigging MIGHT be required UnderItAll 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mah boi Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 Thank goodness safety tests were invented, or else no hands for the public. Though I wouldn't care if the chavs rode on it like this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark9 Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 Thank goodness safety tests were invented, or else no hands for the public. Though I wouldn't care if the chavs rode on it like this. What so there could be more people claiming for benefit? tomglazed and alexander 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AdamY Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 Very nice, I remember seeing Raptor's one. Good to see the tower going up too - and it might just clear it because there's still a tiny rise up to the inline from there, although it does look bloody tight so perhaps they will need to adjust slightly. Anyway, glad we can allay the "zomg no tower!" fears Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshC. Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 I wouldn't be surprised if they've taken the photo at a specific angle to make it seem a lot tighter than it is. :PThough, it is rather tight, and Josh approves of this.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 it is rather tight, and Josh approves of this.. JackR, Ryan, thorpeparkjack and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo Posted November 22, 2011 Report Share Posted November 22, 2011 New SWARM images via Thorpe Park, http://coasterupdates.com/2011/11/new-swarm-pictures-via-thorpepark/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPGG Posted November 23, 2011 Report Share Posted November 23, 2011 I love that image of the inclined loop and cork Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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