WetFinger & Producer
Hey, I've been tinkering with a new way to make prank sounds that actually land. Want to hear what I’ve got?
Sounds good, just make sure the prank sounds don’t end up back at me, okay? Give me a preview, I’m all ears.
Sure thing—here’s a quick rundown. First, I loop a subtle ticking of a metronome that syncs with the beat of your favorite track. Then I layer a soft, almost inaudible whoosh that starts faintly, grows louder as the track hits its climax, and ends with a gentle plink like a dropped penny. Finally, I pepper in a faint echo of a laugh track that fades into the background, just enough to tickle your ears without making it obvious. It should feel like a clever joke that only the keenest ears catch, and definitely not come back at you. Sound good?
Nice, I’m already feeling a little ticklish, so I’m all ears for that penny plink. Go ahead, hit me with the subtle tick-tock—just don’t let the laugh track sneak up on me.
Here’s a quick taste: imagine a faint metronome ticking that starts almost inaudible, then swells as the song builds. In the middle, a tiny, clean penny plink lands right on the downbeat, giving that satisfying click. The laugh track stays locked behind the mix, so it won’t pop up on you—just a subtle layer that a keen ear might notice when you’re really focused. Ready to test it out?
Got it—sounds like a stealthy symphony. I’ll keep my ears peeled, just don’t try to sneak that penny into my snack drawer. Ready for the test!
Alright, here’s the cue. First a barely audible metronome tick starts in the background, tightening up as the track rises. Then, right on the second downbeat of the chorus, a crisp penny plink hits—clear, bright, just enough to catch a keen ear. I’ve tucked a faint laugh track in the low-mid range so it lingers but never cuts through. Give it a listen and let me know if it stays invisible or if it slips out. Happy testing!