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Hmmmmm.....
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I've always thought of the ARP 2600 as a synth best suited for bleeps, bloops, and SFX - but that there were better choices out there for actually making music. I see a bunch of you guys wanting this B clone, and I'm curious... what am I missing? Why do you want one? I'm seriously interested in your answers... thanks
For me, it's a nostolgia thing. A second chance at gear I couldn't afford in the 1970s. That being said, I am on the fence about the 2600 mostly due to no patch memory. I bought the Poly D and am enjoying the knobs and the sounds, but I'm not sure I need another piece of gear on which I can't save a patch.
I might just wait for the UBX and/or CS-80.
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Using the piano to convey customer service concepts seemed like a worthwhile project. I created three videos and they went nowhere. Project aborted. Oh well.
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Interesting article.
My favorite albums were bought when I was about 17 until I was about 27 - those are the years 1971 until 1981. From 1981 onward, my musical preference got static, although I bought a few new albums here and there. My 30s and 40s were very career driven and reading business books replaced listening to albums. When our son became a teenager (in about 2007 or thereabouts), he introduced me to new music that I wouldn't ever have found otherwise.
But my 17 to 27 albums are so much better than the music introduced to me by our son. The music from my era endured the test of time.
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Honest. I didn't know who Bob Lefsetz was until now.
I just read his article and the second paragraph (starting with: Too much of the internet is about manipulation.....) had me locked in for a variety of personal and professional reasons and I bet I'm not alone on that one. The paragraph is very well written and a synopsis for much of today's societal ills - IMO.
Bob's message about us gearheads, the old equipment, 1960s expression and the Beatles brought back long lost memories. Much of what we loved and enjoyed got tainted somehow or as Bob wrote, "...dragged through the mud". I look forward to watching a fresh film that conveys 1960s happiness, creativity and musical development.
Thanks Craig, for posting Bob's article.
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In 1980 or thereabouts, I was shopping for a sub $1,000, versatile string machine and there were about 4 choices: Crumar Performer, ARP Quartet, MOOG Opus and KORG Delta. Anyway, after much research and trips to Sam Ash, I bought the KORG Delta. The Crumar Performer was my second choice.
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Home with the family this Christmas. Just the three of us.
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The southeast Pennsylvania Postal Service asked customers to stop sending Christmas packages via Post Office. Distribution centers are backed up due to manpower shortages and the Postal Service says they will not be able to make deliveries by Christmas.
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YouTube was down earlier this morning. It's up now.
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This thread got me interested in Jerry Lee Lewis again. Just listened to his 1964 "Live At The Star-Club Hamburg" album. Raw energy and a terrific recording for that era.
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Didn't know much about him - he sounds fascinating. Never too late to learn. RIP.
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The instrument was just a means to and end. Find your sound. Be original and creative with the tools available.
Profound statement. The tools available in the 1970s weren't the best, but what I could afford. Tony Banks (Genesis), John Evans (Jethro Tull), Max Middleton (Jeff Beck) and Elton John were rock influences. Thank goodness these masters recorded what they did because their playing was a guiding light. Having someone to emulate kept me reaching.
And just for the record, Tony Banks got more value from the ProSoloist than anyone back then.
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... it's time to take a look at what the arts contribute to the country.
There are so many facets to how art contributes to society and commerce. Here in Philadelphia, the best nightclub musicians advertise their teaching/coaching services on social media. The absence of club dates forced many to seek other revenue sources. Considering music's therapeutic value, it's no surprise that depression and suicide are on the rise, especially among young folks.
Hopefully greater arts awareness will remedy things.
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Congratulations on the recent good news. Savor the blessing of employment and stay healthy throughout.
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It boils down to supply, demand, marketing insight and quality manufacturing. Behringer tapped into customer demand for vintage synths and they're selling - the product line is diverse. I bought the Poly D and my next Behringer synth purchase will need patch memory.
Pure and ethical synth manufacturer behavior probably doesn't exist anywhere. Compromise eventually surfaces and results in unethical choices that are rationalized for the greater good. The unethical threshold varies based on the circumstances. Reading my 1980s and 1990s Ensoniq journals makes my skin crawl, yet it seemed no other choices existed back then. Hindsight is 20/20. The moment at which people rationalize is not always filled with crystal clear objectivity.
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Wow! This ought to be terrific. Many early 80s, Unicord memories from when Chuck started as a KORG endorsee. Nicest guy ever.
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The Anker USB hubs are robust. I have two.
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Saw this on Facebook this morning. They're shipping.
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I'm boring and using my name - the photo is a vain attempt of coolness.
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Inspiring.
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Here is mine. No tiers, but I use the K+M laptop accessory for a mixer. The stand rock solid - had mine for years.
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The Dregs were Ensoniq endorsees back in the late 80's; I still have the "Off The Record" demo CD that they did that had 2 tunes and a band interview on it. I used to wonder why; now I know it was because this thread was coming up and it would be relevant.
Yes, I remember meeting T and Steve at the Ensoniq factory - late 1980s or thereabouts. Two very nice guys.
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My PX-560's speakers are loud enough for senior-living recreation rooms with volume headroom to spare.
RIP Gerry Marsden
in The Keyboard Corner
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