Need Constructive Criticism On Mix!

[SummitStudios]

Hey guys, this is one of my first attempts at a post-hardcore mix. I have some experience with production, but could use some advice to get a nice punchy sound. I don't want a Sturgis Replica, but something relatively close that I can work off from. Give me some Production tips (Compression, EQ, Sidechains, etc) that would make my mix sound better. Thanks!

https://soundcloud.com/summitstudios/instrumental-1

 

[Evilcleatus]

The snare is the first thing I'd work on. Sounds too roomy for the genre. Guitars are nice and tight and the tone seems right. The kick is a little "clicky" for my taste. I think a more in your face mix would do this justice.

Also, the track is clipping pretty bad. But that's just a master issue.

 

[SummitStudios]

Thanks. Yeah I couldn't get the mix loud enough without the snare sounding like crap. I need a better snare for sure, and the clipping was because my limiters were pushing the mix pretty hard to get the mix louder. Thanks for the advice!