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  1. elif
    It looks like the veneer is lifting (image 4 of 9).
  2. elif
    I"d buy the TD-1KPX but it"s not available in the US. However, the TD-4KP has the same foldable rack. I may go with that and if drummer pleads, get a used mesh head snare pad.
  3. elif
    I don't play drums, but I'm looking for a full e-drum kit for rehearsal so the drummer doesn't have to bring anything. We rehearse in my living room. In order to maintain peace and harmony within these walls, it needs to be stowable and have a small footprint when stowed. The only thing I've been able to find is the Roland TD-4KP, a discontinued full kit that folds and can be stowed in a carry bag. Any comments on the TD-4KP for this purpose? Are there any other e-drums I should consider? -- bradley
  4. elif
    Can confirm both points 1 & 2.
  5. elif
    This is a pic from Larry Goldings playing with the John Scofield Trio in 2013. Why link DB 1 and 3? Adjust LHB level with one drawbar (pull the middle one and they all three come out)?
  6. elif
    I'd prefer to see Mini-XLR connectors instead of small TRS. Though made by Switchcraft, Neutrik and maybe others, I haven't seen PC mount yet.
  7. elif
    Nice Dave! I'm going to save your session comments and keep them with the CD (in shipment).
  8. elif
    i haven't seriously gamed on PC since Air Warrior and Vietcong. Now I do the odd arcade game on iPad. Portal Bridge Constructor is a challanging physics game. I recently found an iPad port of old PC flash game that is bringing back some memories - Desktop Tower Defense, though I don't expect my interest in that one to last any longer than it did when on PC.
  9. elif
    I suspect Larry Goldings got a lot of practice at LHB when he toured with Maceo Parker in 1992. Holding down the bass chair on organ in Maceo's band - quite a statement. There are YTs of him with Maceo at the North Sea Jazz 1992. Here he is with Maceo Parker at Ohne Filter 1992. A nice Larry solo starts at 13:05.
  10. elif
    I use Amphenol EP connectors: Links on Mouser: EP-6-12 EP-6-13 EP-6-11P EP-6-14
  11. elif
    I'd include Leslie simulations in that statement. Also, the labeling of one of the stereo outputs as capable of mono does not necessarily imply that the two outputs are summed to create the mono signal (though they may be). In the case of the Nord 4D, as I recall (can't check - it's in storage), piano in stereo makes the left channel louder when playing the lower register, right ch when playing the upper. Aside from phasing issues, playing in mono should eliminate this level variation with register.
  12. elif
    The only Hammond I currently own is a chopped A-100 with a Trek ii preamp. The last time I gigged it was probably 20 yrs ago. It makes a glorious sound through a 142. One of these days I'm going to get around to finding the right spot in the case for the reverb tank. Nah, I never really use 'verb anyway.
  13. elif
    You say that putting it back in the origjnal cabinet will never happen. Never say never. I chopped an A100 and now wish I had a nice A100 cabinet for it. I periodically check Craigslist and ebay for an empty A100 cabinet, thinking maybe someone put the A100 guts into a BV cabinet or something and has one taking up space - no joy.
  14. elif
    The link didn't work for me but this YT link was embedded in it - Amplitube X-Gear boutique digital pedals
  15. elif
    I'm still undecided on a purchase of the 13 minute track, but I've always wanted to hear the Grammy nominated LAB 75 recording, having heard about it from a friend that was at NTSU in '75. Until today, I thought the only way was to buy it on used vinyl, ~$50, and me without a turntable. As it turns out, it is streamable on the Lyle Mays store website. It is very unlike the usual college, Nestico-ish lab band arrangements. 'This was my attempt to link the tradition of Duke Ellington to James Brown.' - LYLE
  16. elif
    Here's a YT comment, posted by Arnie Reed regarding the recording of the video.
  17. elif
    WaPo article... No guitar - parts played by nasty synth sound. Quite an effort. [video:youtube]
  18. elif
    Forty choruses of the A section of Yellow Bird, "while they eat".
  19. elif
    I had one of the original Bose systems. We even used it outdoors once (acoustic jazz group) and it did okay. I thought it was kind of fiddly to haul and hook up. I had to be careful about the connections where the two pieces of the stick hook together. It sounded great for an acoustic group in a smallish setting and the wide dispersion is a nice feature. Ultiately, I sold it and bought a couple of DXR10s.
  20. elif
    I bought a Behringer X32 Rack shipped to the US and saved a ton. However, I needed a plug-in accessory card looked at under warranty but Behringer would not honor it because it was not purchased in the US. The policy probably varies by manufacturer but it is something to consider.
  21. elif
    It's not safe for standing on, but it has its uses.
  22. elif
    Oddly, on reflection, I think the most dynamics observing group I have played with was a blues band. Those guys were not trained and had average ears but used those ears to listen and to use dynamics to create, i guess you'd call it drama in the music. Whisper soft to controlled intensity. Listening at a volume that one can hear every part of the band (as well as yourself) is key. These days, I'm resigned to it happening rarely. In the pre-covid group, the drummer would get mumbling angry when anyone would tell him he was too loud (he was). I expect he heard it a lot.
  23. elif
    There's also more talk here about digital pianos than actual grand pianos. ;-) And Rhodes simulations than real Rhodes, etc. Not so amazing, really. Sure, there are people carrying the real thing. But relatively few people are interested in bringing 400-500 pounds of Hammond+Leslie to a gig anymore. IMO the newer clonewheels today and a real Leslie pretty much cover the sound. The tactile feel is where I'd like to see some improvement. Something with a longer hinge point for a key would help maybe.
  24. elif
    Also check Ting mobile (ting.com). We"re on the 'Flex" plan. $10/mo per line, unlimited talk and text, +$5/GB shared data. We"ve been satisfied with it but our needs are modest.
  25. elif
    ...and for online accounts that require security questions, don"t use real data for answers that can be researched. Use nonsense or random data. In what town or city did you grow up? ShiKahr What was yours mother"s maiden name? BR549 Of course, these must be remembered. But so do any answers you provide. A PW manager helps.
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