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Post by lavaman on Oct 28, 2015 23:24:30 GMT
All of which, I suppose, brings me to a potential iconoclasm: Of course it does ... You have ideas, drive, and talent. Just keep going. Don't think too hard.
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Post by lavaman on Oct 25, 2015 11:44:21 GMT
To be honest Mark I would keep things as simple a stereo system as you can! Mark, Glad you bought the book, its full of interesting information. I found his 'cut to the chase' sections at the end of each chapter very helpful. I agree with Andy. Keep it simple. Your last recordings show that you're getting there. Iain
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Post by lavaman on Oct 21, 2015 22:06:29 GMT
...in my case it's more a question of what is the best special offer in Morrison's! Keith Let your worries float away with Morrison's Villa Verde Montepulciano D'Abruzzo. Bliss at only £4.24 a bottle.
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Post by lavaman on Oct 18, 2015 22:22:02 GMT
Hi Mark
I listened to your 2nd test and the results are pleasing. Bright clear tones. I think you're getting hang of microphone placement.
One area you might want to look at is the low frequencies. Frequencies below 100 Hz in your recording have been attenuated severely. I suggest repeating the test with the microphone's High Pass switch in the off position to see if that gives you a warmer, fuller sound.
Iain
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Post by lavaman on Oct 15, 2015 22:57:49 GMT
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Post by lavaman on Oct 15, 2015 9:39:44 GMT
Mark The two sound files are not identical. I loaded them into my DAW and did a standard null test by reversing the polarity (sometimes called phase) of one of them. If they were identical they would cancel each other out and you'd hear silence; you don't, so no worries. I think you've got a pretty good sound there. All your hours of trial and error are paying off. I did a quick mix on them which you can download here: www.dropbox.com/s/0d4l7lomdio1a07/Viking%20Blues.wav?dl=0I panned the tracks 50% Left and right, added a little bit of compression, and on the EQ cut 2 db at 3kHz to remove harshness and boosted at 350Hz by 1.5 db to add warmth. I didn't need to add any reverb. Well done Iain
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Post by lavaman on Oct 8, 2015 20:20:29 GMT
My playing has improved through recording. The early recordings were littered with flaws, but I found listening to them, although painful at first, allowed me to identify where I was going wrong. It allowed me to focus on where I need to improve. Now, a couple of years later, I compare my recent recordings with the earlier ones and can definitely see an improvement. Nothing wrong with making mistakes during recording. Bob Brozman once said "recording is God's way of telling you that your playing sucks" A bit harsh, but includes a semblance of truth
Iain
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Post by lavaman on Oct 5, 2015 13:26:40 GMT
Just keep doing it. Eventually, you forget the microphones are front of you. Trouble is the best takes are often the first or second ones when you have more energy.
Or, do what the pros do. Record it a few times and then edit a composite track from all of your takes. (This requires that you keep even time throughout and keep the same distance away from the microphone(s). It also requires some familiarity with DAW software.
Keep persevering, it'll come
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Post by lavaman on Oct 3, 2015 13:08:14 GMT
I've never bothered fitting a K&K myself. Alan at KGB Music in Birkenhead has fitted all of my K&K pickups. He knows what he's doing, uses his own template, and doesn't charge a fortune. No brainer for me
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Post by lavaman on Sept 29, 2015 21:32:30 GMT
oh wow - shiny, shiny. Fantastic gloss finish. Love the headstock inlay and the rossette. I sense a GAS attack on the way. What does it sound like? Love it.
Iain
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Post by lavaman on Sept 7, 2015 21:18:29 GMT
Both of them are absolutely stunning. You have a huge talent.
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Post by lavaman on Sept 2, 2015 21:28:19 GMT
Looks fantastic. The Adi top is a gorgeous colour. What's it sound like ?
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Post by lavaman on Aug 23, 2015 22:10:22 GMT
Lunch time over, it's time to concentrate on my nuts What else is there to say???
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Post by lavaman on Aug 23, 2015 10:43:57 GMT
Interesting video. Thanks for posting. If I win the draw I'll ask him to wear Val Doonican's jumper.
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Post by lavaman on Aug 20, 2015 12:34:21 GMT
I'm no doctor, but wouldn't just playing your guitar more often strengthen the bits of your fingers that need strengthening??
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