Deadmau5 Hit Save ~repack~
"Hit Save" is a highly regarded, unreleased progressive house track by deadmau5, originating from Twitch livestreams between 2017 and 2018, which exists in several iterations. While often featuring unauthorized vocals in fan-circulated versions, the project's evolution is believed to have culminated in the official release, "XYZ". For in-depth fan discussions regarding the 16-minute version and its development, see the thread at Reddit.
provides a breakdown of the various iterations of the track and how it differs from the officially released 'Saved' (2016). Community discussions on deadmau5 hit save
- Create a lead using stacked saws with slight detune and a low-pass filter; add a subtle square-wave layer for body.
- Use velocity or amplitude modulation and tasteful delay/reverb to create space.
2. Manual Save Is a Reflex
Make pressing Ctrl+S (PC) or Cmd+S (Mac) as automatic as breathing. Do it after adding a kick drum. Do it after a filter sweep. Do it before hitting play. You should be saving so often that you get annoyed by the "Save As" dialog box. "Hit Save" is a highly regarded, unreleased progressive