J. Dan Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 Ok, so my crap is already set up at the casino. I start at 9:30 sat night. I've had no luck getting a Kronos shipped from Chicago to St. Louis (apparently, since they've never stocked one, they can't order one except through the distribution center where the're back ordered... Never mind that there are dozens in stock at branches throughout the country). So I'm gonna leave at 7am, drive 10hrs round trip, plus meals, purchase, and excrement time and buy a Kronos in Chicago....and hopefully make it back in time for my gig tomorrow night. Dan Acoustic/Electric stringed instruments ranging from 4 to 230 strings, hammered, picked, fingered, slapped, and plucked. Analog and Digital Electronic instruments, reeds, and throat/mouth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. Dan Posted October 8, 2011 Author Share Posted October 8, 2011 So tired of this shit. Edit 6:30 am....can't sleep anymore, making a pot of coffee and hitting the road...Chicagoland here I come! Look out Kronos, one of you m'f-er's is coming back with me! Dan Acoustic/Electric stringed instruments ranging from 4 to 230 strings, hammered, picked, fingered, slapped, and plucked. Analog and Digital Electronic instruments, reeds, and throat/mouth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
non ce futuro Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 Wow, sorry to hear that, I would be tired of that shit too. Good luck man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Force Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 Man, that sucks! Me, I would have executed Plan B.... Steve Force, Durham, North Carolina -------- My Professional Websites Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcgoo Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 Man, that sucks! Me, I would have executed the morons that can't seem to figure out how to ship that thing.... fixed for ya. Custom Music, Audio Post Production, Location Audio www.gmma.biz https://www.facebook.com/gmmamusic/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. Dan Posted October 8, 2011 Author Share Posted October 8, 2011 Well, I'm now the proud owner of a Kronos 61. Arlington Heights had one in the box, but I figured i'd call around on the way up and see what kind of a deal I could get on an open box. Called in order of driving distance. Naperville offered a discount, but it was missing a knob - hell no! Country Club Hills had one in pristine condition, and the guy there was super nice. Got it for $2599. Now I have to wait for the 5hr drive home to play with it (though I did run it through it's paces in the store - nice!!!) Dan Acoustic/Electric stringed instruments ranging from 4 to 230 strings, hammered, picked, fingered, slapped, and plucked. Analog and Digital Electronic instruments, reeds, and throat/mouth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcgoo Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 Congrats! ' Looking forward to the gig report. Custom Music, Audio Post Production, Location Audio www.gmma.biz https://www.facebook.com/gmmamusic/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kanker. Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 Now I have to wait for the 5hr drive home to play with it+2 hour boot up time Get down man! A ROMpler is just a polyphonic turntable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedKey Posted October 8, 2011 Share Posted October 8, 2011 Now I have to wait for the 5hr drive home to play with it+2 hour boot up time Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piktor Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 New gear is exciting, but was it your intention to use the brand new Kronos 61 on the gig this past weekend? How did everything go? I'd find it tough to use something just out of the box on a gig. I have to spend lots of time with a new synth to put enough of myself into it, before it sounds like me. Admittedly, I'm probably not any better at programming than the manufacturer's guys were. I just would want to know that my things are in there, that they are somewhat matched in volume and that I know where they are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. Dan Posted October 10, 2011 Author Share Posted October 10, 2011 New gear is exciting, but was it your intention to use the brand new Kronos 61 on the gig this past weekend? Oh, hell no! I figure it'll take a good solid month or more to get everything reprogrammed from scratch, new zone layouts, samples loaded, setup for voices controlled by the AX7, not to mention practicing the new layout. The long time it takes to do all this is why I wanted to get started ASAP. My current rig is not as reliable as I'd like, and I don't want to waste time programming sounds for new songs only to turn around and have to redo - which means new songs are on hold until I've switched over. Dan Acoustic/Electric stringed instruments ranging from 4 to 230 strings, hammered, picked, fingered, slapped, and plucked. Analog and Digital Electronic instruments, reeds, and throat/mouth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonysounds Posted October 10, 2011 Share Posted October 10, 2011 A MONTH? Man up! I programmed 3 bands' repertoires in 3 weeks with a complete rig change. Sadly, my hair stayed the same. Hitting "Play" does NOT constitute live performance. -Me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. Dan Posted October 10, 2011 Author Share Posted October 10, 2011 A MONTH? Man up! I programmed 3 bands' repertoires in 3 weeks with a complete rig change. Sadly, my hair stayed the same. When I joined my current band, I started with a brand new rig and was up to speed in 2 weeks. But there's stuff that bugs me to this day that I wish I would have done better. This time around, I have the luxury of taking my time. I'm going to make sure everything is perfect!!! (plus I've never played a Keytar, so I'm figuring that'll take some practice). If you decide to cut your hair, send it my way and I'll make myself a new mullet Edit: incidentally, I'm waiting until I'm further along before posting a review. There are plenty of reviews of the factory sounds. I'm already finding some unexpected issues programing new sounds, but will wait until I am an "expert" on this board to give an informed evaluation since learning curve is undoubtedly a factor. Dan Acoustic/Electric stringed instruments ranging from 4 to 230 strings, hammered, picked, fingered, slapped, and plucked. Analog and Digital Electronic instruments, reeds, and throat/mouth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobadohshe Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 To be honest looking at all the sweet pics of your band from the past year, I think your rig was kind of due for an update. I think with this new configuration it's going to be utterly smoking! Can't wait to see/hear how it sounds. We should have a KC sponsored trip to go see your legendary band. Kawai C-60 Grand Piano : Hammond A-100 : Hammond SK2 : Yamaha CP4 : Yamaha Montage 7 : Moog Sub 37 My latest album: Funky organ, huge horn section https://bobbycressey.bandcamp.com/album/cali-native Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tonysounds Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 If you decide to cut your hair, send it my way and I'll make myself a new mullet Heymaybe you can spring for a new midi cable too! Hitting "Play" does NOT constitute live performance. -Me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobadohshe Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 If you decide to cut your hair, send it my way and I'll make myself a new mullet Heymaybe you can spring for a new midi cable too! The monster ones sound best. Kawai C-60 Grand Piano : Hammond A-100 : Hammond SK2 : Yamaha CP4 : Yamaha Montage 7 : Moog Sub 37 My latest album: Funky organ, huge horn section https://bobbycressey.bandcamp.com/album/cali-native Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Pierce Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 If you decide to cut your hair, send it my way and I'll make myself a new mullet Heymaybe you can spring for a new midi cable too! The monster ones sound best. You should run them through a Speakeasy Vintage Tube Preamp -- you'll get more warmth that way. --Dave Make my funk the P-funk. I wants to get funked up. My Funk/Jam originals project: http://www.thefunkery.com/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EscapeRocks Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 If you decide to cut your hair, send it my way and I'll make myself a new mullet Heymaybe you can spring for a new midi cable too! The monster ones sound best. HA!! David Gig Rig:Depends on the day Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeyMoe Posted October 11, 2011 Share Posted October 11, 2011 Make sure you use the correct power cable as well!!! Otherwise it will completely alter the sound..... Montage 7, Mojo 61, PC-3, XK-3c Pro, Kronos 88, Hammond SK-1, Motif XF- 7, Hammond SK-2, Roland FR-1, FR-18, Hammond B3 - Blond, Hammond BV -Cherry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J. Dan Posted October 11, 2011 Author Share Posted October 11, 2011 Heymaybe you can spring for a new midi cable too! After Chicago's 9.75% sales tax, I don't know if I afford it! Dan Acoustic/Electric stringed instruments ranging from 4 to 230 strings, hammered, picked, fingered, slapped, and plucked. Analog and Digital Electronic instruments, reeds, and throat/mouth. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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