Sorry it took so long to check this out

The sound issue might be because of a plugin you might be using. Were you, by any chance, using DSK Strings? If so, that's precisely why, because I've had the same issue arise from time to time. Otherwise, I have no idea lol

I like the melodies and I especially like the drums. The only issue I have with the drums is the cymbal, which cuts off way too short. The melodies are great for this kind of song. I know you were going for the dramatic feel, but it sounds like a chill song more than anything. That's not bad though; sometimes I struggle to get the exact feeling I want to elicit in my songs. I can name like 10 off the top of my head where I completely failed to get the emotion right.

I would listen to some of Basbalfan55, MaestroRage, or Danman87's work for examples of epic orchestra.

The main things this song is missing is Reverb, dynamic, and some EQ on the contrabass. Those are the things that stick out the most.

Once again, sorry it took me so long to check this song out. I liked it though, bobbed my head the whole time I was writing this :)

Oh, and before I forget, at the end, I would recommend you only have the A key on the piano extend the length of the finish, that way you get a clear ending on the bass note.