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Post by Brad on Sept 2, 2004 20:43:57 GMT -5
Since alot of you seem to be musicians, what kind of gear do you use?
For me I use: Guitars/Basses
Fender Acoustics Takamine acoustics(my favorite) Jackson Electrics(for my metal shredding side) Kramer Electrics Ibanez Basses Some cheap classical *Martin acoustic I will get very soon*
Amps
Marshall guitar Behringer bass
Keyboard
Casio
Drums Some set from a local music shop, its not bad sounding equipped with Sabian cymbals.
Near Future Purchases Yamaha MG10/2 mixer Audio Technica Mb2K mic
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Post by Victor on Sept 3, 2004 13:41:41 GMT -5
Geez dude - are you an actual musician?! I think the rest of us are just wannabes. Are you playing with a band right now? If so, what kind of music? Any links we can check out?
I played piano and trumpet growing up. Just started taking guitar lessons about two years ago. Been mostly learning classical and flamenco but now I'm getting into some jazz. Very fun stuff!
I have two classicals: Yamaha CG-101MS - my first guitar. Alvarez Yairi CY-200 - my "baby!" Got it second hand about three months ago. Plays like a dream and has incredible tone! Almost makes me sound good!
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Post by Adam Solomon on Sept 3, 2004 15:42:44 GMT -5
A Fender Squier Strat electric and a Raimundo 130 classical are my main guitars, then I've got a Carlo Robelli W-4102EQ acoustic/electric and a 1968 Zim Gar classical.
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Post by Brad on Sept 4, 2004 0:24:59 GMT -5
Geez dude - are you an actual musician?! I think the rest of us are just wannabes. Are you playing with a band right now? If so, what kind of music? Any links we can check out? I played piano and trumpet growing up. Just started taking guitar lessons about two years ago. Been mostly learning classical and flamenco but now I'm getting into some jazz. Very fun stuff! I have two classicals: Yamaha CG-101MS - my first guitar. Alvarez Yairi CY-200 - my "baby!" Got it second hand about three months ago. Plays like a dream and has incredible tone! Almost makes me sound good! Haha well I wish I was an actual musician, but I need lots more practice. Im at around 3-4 yrs with guitar, 2 yrs with drums, and I recently took up bass and keyboards. But as of yet, im not in a band, but I do write my own stuff. Once I aquire my mixer and mic, and finish adding drums, bass and keys to my guitar stuff I have written, i will definatley post it.
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Post by UncleTito on Sept 20, 2004 18:08:35 GMT -5
I have a Schecter electric and an old Charvel acoustic. I have my own recording studio, so I put my money into that instead of buying instruments. Keeping up with the latest recording technology is hard, and expensive.
I have been playing guitar and singing for the last 17 years. I play mostly Rock and Latin. I discovered Flamenco when I had already developed a Rock style, so I don't finger pick at all.
That is it for me.
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Post by Brad on Sept 21, 2004 0:26:30 GMT -5
Wish I had 17 years experience...But I will someday. Alos since you are into studio equipment, would you happen to know anything about the Yamaha MG10/2 mixer? Im looking for a decent inexpensive mixer for myself and was thinking about this one.
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Post by UncleTito on Sept 21, 2004 6:16:08 GMT -5
Before I give you my opinion, I first need to know what kind of recorder will you be connecting the mixer to. For a home studio (or any studio, really) you need at least two recorders. The multitrack, where you will put more than one signal, and the two track. The two track can be one of three kinds: DAT, a CD recorder, or a run of the mill tape deck. The two track is used to make a final copy of your recording. One that you can take anywhere and listen to it.
Sorry, I always give more information than what is asked.
So, what will you be conecting the mixer to?
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Post by Brad on Sept 24, 2004 19:48:40 GMT -5
Basically what I wanted to do was just have a few mic's into the mixer for guitar, bass, maybe also record some drums and keyboards to it, then plus it into my computer and record using my recording software.
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Post by UncleTito on Sept 25, 2004 12:06:16 GMT -5
In that case, I don't think this mixer will be helpful at all. I was hoping to hear that you had some kind of multi-traker. Then this mixer might be of some help. Why do you want to use an outboard mixer if you have recording software? Most recording softwares come with their own virtual mixers, and they work just like regular mixers do. Because of the limited amount of in/out connections that computers have, you can only record one instrument at a time, but this is what is done in most recording studios anyways.
From what you explained, it seems that you want to play a song live using mic's for every instrument, using the mixer to adjust the levels as you record into your computer. With this set up you will only be able to use one, two tracks at most, when most softwares offer eight or more tracks. This is a bad idea. let's say that after you record your song you realize that the bass is too loud, or that you can't hear the guitar. Even worse, you are not happy with your performance. How are you going to make changes without affecting any of the other instruments? Remember, you just put everything into one track.
As a general rule, you want to put each instrument on its own track, isolated from the rest. Then, if after hearing the recorded material you realize that something needs reworking but the rest of the recording is just fine, you can then work with whatever needs redoing leaving the rest of the recording untouched.
I personally do not like to record using software. In my studio I have a 16 track digital hard disk recorder from Fostex and a 24 channel Tascam mixer (they both have been discontinued). But if you are going with the software rout because of space or money restrictions this is my advice to you: Invest in a professional recording soundcard, and learn to use the recording sofware to the fullest. Software based studios give you some pretty advanced editing capabilities that you can benefit from. Stuff like cut/copy and paste for sound. Plus they come with special effects.
I hope I haven't frustrated your plans with all of this, but I would hate to see you make an unwise purchase.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
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Post by Brad on Sept 25, 2004 13:47:50 GMT -5
Thankks for the advice. Ill look into getting a decent soundcard.
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Post by David Jr. on Oct 11, 2004 23:58:53 GMT -5
Using borrowed instruments from my bro -- aside from mock electric guitars and basses -- Jimmy Waller custom nylon string (was damaged, repaired, sold for $100). Been playing guitar and bass for about 20 years, off and on. Got into nylon string just the past 8 years. Here's a low quality, badly produced clip. It's the Jimmy Waller played into a cheap PC Microphone, done in one take, the song is abridged... was used so my friend can sample to hear what my playing was like. It's a solo piece I'm still working on... so be kind. *haha* www.geocities.com/wh_appen/Song1.mp3I have other 'flamenco' style songs... but that's for another day when I get more proficient. -D
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Post by Adam Solomon on Oct 12, 2004 6:31:43 GMT -5
Just the past 8 years? 8 years is a long time, I was in 2nd grade 8 years ago...lol....really looking forward to hearing your song, I'll have a listen when I get home! (Am at school now, no speakers )
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Post by Victor on Oct 12, 2004 13:44:03 GMT -5
Hey David Jr. - I've never heard of a "Jimmy Waller" - where did you get it? I tried searching for them on the internet, only found one hit in eBay. Are they still making guitars?
Anyway, your song is really nice! Thanks for sharing!
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Post by Adam Solomon on Oct 12, 2004 18:10:01 GMT -5
Victor, you think that's hard to find, try looking for my first guitar, used to be my dad's, a Zim-Gar classical
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Post by Adam Solomon on Oct 12, 2004 18:11:39 GMT -5
Very cool, David! Seems to me like a cross between modern acoustic rock and classical guitar, I like it Would work well as the backing track to a song, put some lead guitar over it, I think, no?
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