Dave Bryce Posted May 30, 2020 Share Posted May 30, 2020 Is that the gray one or the blue one that looks gray? The latter. Dark matte gray. Found this nice suprise on the porch when I got home from work ... it may be a late night Mine will be here Monday, I think. Psyched... dB Quote ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KuruPrionz Posted May 30, 2020 Share Posted May 30, 2020 Is that the gray one or the blue one that looks gray? The latter. Dark matte gray. So you will need a florescent pink and green jumpsuit to set off the gray!!!! Cheers, Kuru Quote It took a chunk of my life to get here and I am still not sure where "here" is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bryce Posted May 30, 2020 Share Posted May 30, 2020 So you will need a florescent pink and green jumpsuit to set off the gray!!!! Cheers, Kuru What makes you think I don't already have one? I did live through the 80's... dB Quote ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bryce Posted June 3, 2020 Share Posted June 3, 2020 Old meets new. dB Quote ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KuruPrionz Posted June 3, 2020 Share Posted June 3, 2020 So you will need a florescent pink and green jumpsuit to set off the gray!!!! Cheers, Kuru What makes you think I don't already have one? I did live through the 80's... dB You have the mirror wraparound shades and the blue Fro-hawk to go with? Quote It took a chunk of my life to get here and I am still not sure where "here" is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bryce Posted June 3, 2020 Share Posted June 3, 2020 You have the mirror wraparound shades and the blue Fro-hawk to go with? Yeah...they're in a box somewhere around here. dB Quote ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stokely Posted June 12, 2020 Share Posted June 12, 2020 I put my Nord Stage dream on hold with the gig stoppage (and work uncertainty)...but figured I needed to kick-start my guitar playing and what better way to get inspired than to get a new guitar I have a decent electric, my acoustic is a cheapie and doesn't have great action--and I figure it's not worth spending a lot on it, so acoustic became the target. I wanted to get an all-solid-wood guitar as a step up, and didn't need electronics. I posted on acousticguitarforums asking for recommendations, with my two prime targets being a Guild import (new on sale) and a Yamaha A3M used. Both would have been near 600 bucks. A bunch of people kept mentioning Eastman guitars--I knew they had a great rep, but the cheapest used on in the models I knew of was over 700. What I didn't know is that they recently started making several all-solid models that brand new could be had for less than 500! Long story short, I pulled the trigger on an Eastman E1D. Pitbull Music had it brand new for 459, and they gave me a deal for 413. It comes with a 1-inch-thick super nice padded bag (really a case). I just got the guitar today, and it's crazy nice. Just feels really alive, VERY resonant and the action is nice and low. Way nicer than my old Yamaha and considering I had to buy a case with that, the price really isn't much different. A lot of people saying this is one of the best deals you can get on an all-solid acoustic and I believe it. Just feels like a much more expensive instrument. Ebony bridge and fingerboard, the pearl-looking inlays and logo, and the edging is perfect and rounded. It has a bit of a wider nut and/or string spacing which I like as I have big hands. Whatever they used for finish allows the pores of the wood on back and sides to be felt, not gloss at all and feels almost satin. My old Yamaha is heavier yet doesn't ring like this one does. This one should improve also as it "opens up" (or so I've read about all-solids). Here's a better player than me testing one out. [video:youtube] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bryce Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 So, all I wanted to do was to sell a Poly Evolver Keyboard. I swear... ð³ I get ready to put it up on Reverb.com, then I remember that Stan Cotey has expressed interest in owning a Poly Evolver. Then, I realize that brother Stan has some seriously awesome guitars and I find myself wondering if there isn"t some sort of trade in there... ð¤ So now I own this beautiful 1961 SG reissue. Creamiest pickups ever, maybe. ð¤ That's four... dB Quote ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KuruPrionz Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 That's four... dB Four is a pretty good start at least. If you keep at it, eventually you'll own a normal number of guitars. Could take a while at the current pace... Quote It took a chunk of my life to get here and I am still not sure where "here" is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bryce Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 Four is a pretty good start at least. If you keep at it, eventually you'll own a normal number of guitars. Could take a while at the current pace... Do basses and acoustics count? If so, I have 11 total (four electric, four basses, three acoustics). That's better, yes? dB Quote ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KuruPrionz Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 Four is a pretty good start at least. If you keep at it, eventually you'll own a normal number of guitars. Could take a while at the current pace... Do basses and acoustics count? If so, I have 11 total (four electric, four basses, three acoustics). That's better, yes? dB Much better!!!! You even have more basses than I do - right now anyway. I'm down to 2 but I keep looking at the solid body U-bass and thinking you could just saw the body off and screw it onto the upper horn of a Strat - BAM! - lightweight doubleneck bass/guitar that isn't so huge. I'm a bit ahead of you on electric guitars, I'd have to count them. Plus projects, I have lots of projects. What you need now is an Epiphone Goth Explorer with a Floyd Rose whammy bar installed, a beat up one with umpty bajillion strap button holes since the previous owner couldn't figure out that Explorers don't "balance" - YOU balance them. Yeah, just what you need!!! ... yikes... Oh well, somebody will buy it once I get the bridge pickup working... Quote It took a chunk of my life to get here and I am still not sure where "here" is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davinwv Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 A few of the big retailers got some more Roland A-88 MK2 Controllers in stock the past few days. Mine will be here Monday! I got one a couple of weeks ago and tested it alongside my Studiologic SL88 Studio & an M-Audio Hammer 88. The A-88mkii was the clear winner of the three despite its odd form factor. We should start an A-88mkii thread around here . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyFF Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 I am a new member of the Kawai ES110 club!!! Am gobsmacked that they put this good of a keybed in a $700 board, which is the reason I bought it. It brings me back to my best piano experiences, I feel very expressed with this keyboard. As Jazz+ said, it's effortless and non-fatiguing! Quote Numa Piano X73 /// Kawai ES920 /// Casio CT-X5000 /// Yamaha EW425 Yamaha Melodica and Alto Recorder QSC K8.2 // JBL Eon One Compact // Soundcore Motion Boom Plus Win10 laptop i7 8GB // iPad Pro 9.7" 32GB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyFF Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 So, all I wanted to do was to sell a Poly Evolver Keyboard. I swear... ð³ I get ready to put it up on Reverb.com, then I remember that Stan Cotey has expressed interest in owning a Poly Evolver. Then, I realize that brother Stan has some seriously awesome guitars and I find myself wondering if there isn"t some sort of trade in there... ð¤ So now I own this beautiful 1961 SG reissue. Creamiest pickups ever, maybe. ð¤ That's four... dB My oh my! Pretty guitar AND living room! Quote Numa Piano X73 /// Kawai ES920 /// Casio CT-X5000 /// Yamaha EW425 Yamaha Melodica and Alto Recorder QSC K8.2 // JBL Eon One Compact // Soundcore Motion Boom Plus Win10 laptop i7 8GB // iPad Pro 9.7" 32GB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stokely Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 I am a new member of the Kawai ES110 club!!! Am gobsmacked that they put this good of a keybed in a $700 board, which is the reason I bought it. It brings me back to my best piano experiences, I feel very expressed with this keyboard. As Jazz+ said, it's effortless and non-fatiguing! This will likely be my next purchase. Wish I could try it out but I've heard enough testimonials I tend to prefer lighter actions. I am considering buying my buddy's Moxf8 as a sometime-gigging, fulltime home controller--if you have tried the Moxf8 or Modx8, how would you compare the keybed against the ES110? My memories of the yamaha ghs action are telling me it was "ok", not great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bryce Posted June 15, 2020 Share Posted June 15, 2020 My oh my! Pretty guitar AND living room! Thanks! That's my wife's half of the living room you're looking at. This is my half: dB Quote ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyFF Posted June 15, 2020 Share Posted June 15, 2020 Wow- a grand, a real console organ, hydrasynth, kronos, forte, lots of guitars, a beautiful and spacious living room to play in and a wife that obviously supports your music- many blessings indeed! PS Thanks for the Formerly Known As.... Quote Numa Piano X73 /// Kawai ES920 /// Casio CT-X5000 /// Yamaha EW425 Yamaha Melodica and Alto Recorder QSC K8.2 // JBL Eon One Compact // Soundcore Motion Boom Plus Win10 laptop i7 8GB // iPad Pro 9.7" 32GB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RandyFF Posted June 15, 2020 Share Posted June 15, 2020 I am a new member of the Kawai ES110 club!!! Am gobsmacked that they put this good of a keybed in a $700 board, which is the reason I bought it. It brings me back to my best piano experiences, I feel very expressed with this keyboard. As Jazz+ said, it's effortless and non-fatiguing! This will likely be my next purchase. Wish I could try it out but I've heard enough testimonials I tend to prefer lighter actions. I am considering buying my buddy's Moxf8 as a sometime-gigging, fulltime home controller--if you have tried the Moxf8 or Modx8, how would you compare the keybed against the ES110? My memories of the yamaha ghs action are telling me it was "ok", not great. Sorry, no experience with them. For $700 (actually with tax it was more like $575), it's an amazing piano. I'm willing to deal with its many limitations at this price point, like no screen, very low voice count, no USB port, etc., because of the keybed and quality of the few sounds it has. But was having second thoughts last night when I hooked up the iPad to it. Such an outstanding board, but they didn't put an audio in plug for iPad use or whatever you choose. What a bleeding, unnecessary hassle, you end up needing a mixer or separate forms of amplification as a result. Such a small thing for them to add, such a big deal for the end user. Quote Numa Piano X73 /// Kawai ES920 /// Casio CT-X5000 /// Yamaha EW425 Yamaha Melodica and Alto Recorder QSC K8.2 // JBL Eon One Compact // Soundcore Motion Boom Plus Win10 laptop i7 8GB // iPad Pro 9.7" 32GB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hookie Posted June 15, 2020 Share Posted June 15, 2020 My oh my! Pretty guitar AND living room! Thanks! That's my wife's half of the living room you're looking at. This is my half: dB Dave, does your lovely bride have a sister? Oh wait, then I"d have only have half the living room... Quote Yamaha C2, Yamaha MODX7, Hammond SK1, Hammond XK-5 Heritage Pro System, Korg Kronos 2 61, Yamaha CP4, Kurzweil PC4-7, Nord Stage 3 73, Nord Wave 2, QSC 8.2, Motion Sound KP 210S, Key Largo, etc…yeah I have too much… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bryce Posted June 15, 2020 Share Posted June 15, 2020 Dave, does your lovely bride have a sister? Oh wait, then I"d have only have half the living room... Yep...but she lives in the Pacific Northwest. Latest addition to the fold - an AEA R92 with a custom finish. dB Quote ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mate stubb Posted June 16, 2020 Share Posted June 16, 2020 Beauty! Quote Moe --- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bryce Posted June 16, 2020 Share Posted June 16, 2020 You'll never guess where I tried it first... dB Quote ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wjwilcox Posted June 16, 2020 Share Posted June 16, 2020 Pulled the trigger on a "mint" Roland VR-09b. Should arrive before Father's Day. Quote www.wjwcreative.com www.linkedin.com/in/wjwilcox Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baggypants Posted June 16, 2020 Share Posted June 16, 2020 Pulled the trigger on a "mint" Roland VR-09b. Should arrive before Father's Day. Don't forget to check out Frankies CTRLR panel https://ctrlr.org/roland-vr09-vr730-v-combo-editor/ My most recent musical purchase was a pack of these Absolute lifesavers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stokely Posted June 16, 2020 Share Posted June 16, 2020 hah! In a similar vein, I bought a 10-pack of those 1/8 to 1/4" headphone adapters. A week later I see three of them in the box I designated to hold them. Seems like no matter how many you buy, you won't find one when you need one, and later when you are busy with something else you'll run across them everywhere. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Fiala Posted June 16, 2020 Share Posted June 16, 2020 Roland System-8 with aluminum sides, secondhand. An a bunch of iOS music apps! Quote Tom F. "It is what it is." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NewImprov Posted June 17, 2020 Share Posted June 17, 2020 Dave, does your lovely bride have a sister? Oh wait, then I"d have only have half the living room... Yep...but she lives in the Pacific Northwest. Latest addition to the fold - an AEA R92 with a custom finish. Awesome microphone! A studio that I freelance at has a pair of those, plus an 84 and a 44. I've used the 92's a drum room mics, they have a wonderful presence. I used the 44 on a trumpet on a jazz recording, and it was instant Blue Note. Love those mics! Quote Turn up the speaker Hop, flop, squawk It's a keeper -Captain Beefheart, Ice Cream for Crow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bryce Posted June 17, 2020 Share Posted June 17, 2020 Hard not to love the R92. Not as many folks understand that it's basically a smaller, tighter R84. I dig the fact that those two are voiced so that each side sounds a little different. Notice how in my pic I have the back (the side without the black design) pointed at the Leslie - I like the way that side sounds better. dB Quote ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Bryce Posted June 19, 2020 Share Posted June 19, 2020 Time to upgrade the small Yamaha M06 mixer in the big rig. BTW it may seem like I'm buying an unusual amount of new toys recently...but I'm getting ready to redo/streamline the studio, so I've been selling a whole bunch of my hardware signal processors. I've sold a decent amount more gear than I've bought so far this year... dB Quote ==> David Bryce Music • Funky Young Monks <== Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wineandkeyz Posted June 19, 2020 Share Posted June 19, 2020 Just arrived this afternoon. Wow! I still have some learning and tweaking to do, but right out of the box it replaces the Hammond XK-3c and Vent I"ve been using in my live rig. Quote Live: Yamaha S70XS (#1); Roland Jupiter-80; Mackie 1202VLZ4: IEMs or Traynor K4 Home: Hammond SK Pro 73; Moog Minimoog Voyager Electric Blue; Yamaha S70XS (#2); Wurlitzer 200A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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