The Real MC Posted September 5, 2023 Share Posted September 5, 2023 UPS just dropped off my new SCI Trigon-6 desktop module. Only had 15 minutes to play before heading back to work... but wow this sounds great. From what I heard in those 15 minutes it sure sounds like my Memorymoog. 2 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mauriziodececco Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Well, after at least three years of thinking about it, i sold my unused OB-6 and ordered a Nord Wave 2, that will substitute my MODX7 in the setup for the electro-jazz group Komalea. Maurizio 3 Quote Nord Wave 2, Nord Electro 6D 61,, Rameau upright, Hammond Pro44H Melodica. Too many Arturia, NI and AAS plugins http://www.barbogio.org/ https://barbogio.bandcamp.com/follow_me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Woodward Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Roland JD-Xi. Never planned to get one, but saw one very cheap (too good to be true?) so risked it. Turns out it was a family clearing out after a bereavement and just looked at ebay starting prices. Brand new, boxed and still had all the extras in the wrappers so probably had next to no use. Mini keys next to useless, but it sounds great, has an analog synth, drums, Supernatural sounds (two engines), vocoder and mic, and a USB Audio interface. Also handy to connect to an iPad for doodling and it has Midi in and out. All in all, a great little machine for having a bit of fun with. If its good enough for Nick Rhodes to have in his live rig, can’t be a toy… 2 Quote Korg Grandstage 73, Keystage 61, Mac Mini M1, Logic Pro X (Pigments, Korg Legacy Collection, Wavestate LE, Sylenth), iPad Pro 12.9 M2 (6th gen), iPad 9th gen, Scarlett 2i2, Presonus Eris E3.5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tucktronix Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 Haven't posted here in a while, so here's a purchase from a few months ago.. 4 1 Quote Kronos 88 Platinum, Yamaha YC88, Subsequent 37, Korg CX3, Hydrasynth 49-key, Nord Electro 5D 73, QSC K8.2, Lester K Me & The Boyz Chris Beard Band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KuruPrionz Posted September 13, 2023 Share Posted September 13, 2023 I ordered a Keith McMillen BopPad last week and it came today. I've opened the box, all is well. Haven't fired it up yet, that comes later. MIDI, a single USB socket and a computer interface for playing plugins. No knobs or switches. If you are using a drum plugin you can tweak it both there and with the provided computer program. It's the latest version, now it's red instead of black. Couldn't find much on this version but click on "More Details" button on this page and there's a video below. https://www.sweetwater.com/c644--Drum_Triggers?highlight=BopPadRed&mrkgadid=&mrkgcl=28&mrkgen=&mrkgbflag=&mrkgcat=&acctid=21700000001645388&dskeywordid=&lid=58700008472812680&dsproductgroupid=&product_id=BopPadRed&prodctry=US&prodlang=en&channel=online&storeid=&device=c&network=x&matchtype=&adpos=largenumber&locationid=9033356&creative=&targetid=&campaignid=20349950157&awsearchcpc=&&&gclid=CjwKCAjwu4WoBhBkEiwAojNdXqIRYz1r811lwM04mHCidLZkAzfrGGTW_DjyQzlb17OpmbMPC1cz7xoC5zcQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds 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...
ABECK Posted September 14, 2023 Share Posted September 14, 2023 I just recently picked up an Arturia Keylab Essentials 61 MK3 as a 2nd tier control option as well as the occasional rehearsal board. As a low budget offering, I am surprised how usable the keybed is. Could be much better, but I've felt so much worse. Perfect for horn stabs, synth leads, a little Hammond. I was able to create custom setups easily for multiple iPad apps. And the free Analog Lab software has some real nice sounds! I also picked up Camelot Pro for the iPad, which works really well for setlists, backing tracks, program changes and MIDI management. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brenner13 Posted September 14, 2023 Share Posted September 14, 2023 OMG! Finally! The super rare, out-of-production Roland EV7 expression pedal works fantastically well, with full range of motion controlling the volume/expression on the Roland VR09. So pleased! edit: Oh, a slight foible…it does not quite go to zero level on non-organ sounds…and there might be a slight dead spot at the lowest 15% of the throw on all sounds. Still, by FAR the best expression I’ve found yet for this quirky little board. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpl1228 Posted September 20, 2023 Share Posted September 20, 2023 Just got this: an oldie, but hopefully some good rack mounted single-space bang for the buck for live gigs. Quote Roland RD-2000, Yamaha Motif XF7, Mojo 61, Invisible keyboard stand (!!!!!), 1939 Martin Handcraft Imperial trumpet "Everyone knows rock music attained perfection in 1974. It is a scientific fact." -- Homer Simpson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stokely Posted September 21, 2023 Share Posted September 21, 2023 My rig is about as "set" as it's every been....one Nord Stage 3. With one "needs a bit of repair" Modx (yeah haven't done it yet, I've been at the vet too much lately getting repairs done on pets....), one Summit, a Forte 7 and SK Pro that are there if needed. One or more of these is getting sold if I can muster the energy for it. So...what to buy? I got a wild hair and decided to fill in a gap that the Modx did that the Stage can't--though I didn't find that the Modx did it very well--vocoding. I got an Electro Harmonix v256 pedal, which has midi. It's a pretty old pedal but the demos sound like what I'm after, and ideally my vocal mic will just go in and out and work as normal when I bypass. That is probably my main question, will bypass impact the mic signal negatively...I sing some lead and a ton of harmonies. Worst case, i'll have to use a spare mic and stand and bring the signal into a channel of my Key Largo (that might be the better way to go anyway, we'll see). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obxa Posted September 21, 2023 Share Posted September 21, 2023 Want to upgrade your stage look? Best $29.00. I've spent all year. I do a ton of Theater and Winery gigs, for a vibey look, they often provide Persian style rugs for keys, drums, etc. I carry one with me as well, but always have to take it from my studio, and kinda heavy. Found these on Amazon: more like a bathmat than true rug, but serves the purpose- super light and easy to fold/roll. Plus washable. The drummer on the gig ordered one on break! Forgive this horrific cable mess. This past Saturday, we were about to be rained out at an amphitheater gig, so we moved up to the covered pavilion and quickly reset with no time to dress it up. Note the listing for the one I bought is now missing on Amazon, but there's a ton of similar ones under $40.00 4 Quote Chris Corso www.chriscorso.org Lots of stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HSS Posted September 22, 2023 Share Posted September 22, 2023 I recently bought a used mint-condition Kurz PC4-7. I really like it's sounds, portability, interface with numerous assignable knobs and sliders, midi capabilities, and compromise SW action. IMO it's AP's and EP's are top shelf, especially after adding Dave Weiser's sounds and the Purgatory Creek Rhodes. It's KB3 and Leslie sim, although not quite as good as my Hammond SK1 or NE 5dD, work for me in a band setting. My only slight concern with the PC4-7 is its durability with its lightweight plastic shell FWIW... My old SP4-7 feels more durable with its largely metal shell. Of course that metal shell adds about 5 lbs. of weight. 1 Quote Gigs: Nord 5D 73, Kurz PC4-7 & SP4-7, Hammond SK1, Yamaha MX88 & P121, Numa Compact 2x, Casio CGP700, QSC K12, Yamaha DBR10, JBL515xt(2). Alto TS310(2) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BMD Posted September 22, 2023 Share Posted September 22, 2023 A cheap guitalele. It's being delivered tomorrow. I really hope it's not a pile of crap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KuruPrionz Posted September 23, 2023 Share Posted September 23, 2023 An Assassin guitar, sort of a Strat thingie. It was $22 and change at Value Village and it cleaned up nicely. I think it sat in a closet, unplayed. I'm most of the way through the cleaning/adjusting process, I also swapped out the crappy import jack with a Switchcraft. 5 lbs 6 oz, very light and comfortable to play. I'll do some final tweaks after the new strings settle tomorrow and take it to a Saturday night gig. Then I should know if it stays or if it goes. 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...
GovernorSilver Posted September 23, 2023 Share Posted September 23, 2023 Hinomi H1 Pro Office Chair Randomly found it discounted, decided to order. Finally, I have an upgrade over the cheap chair I bought from Office Depot years ago. After the work day is over, it can double as an easy chair, with the folding leg rests. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leroy C Posted September 23, 2023 Share Posted September 23, 2023 I know: weird. . There's a drummer in the household ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yannis D Posted September 23, 2023 Share Posted September 23, 2023 I bought a pair of cheap KZ in ear monitors and I am waiting for them to be delivered from China. They sound good on stage (I have borrowed some similar price tag KZs) especially for 55 euros 1 Quote Be grateful for what you've got - a Nord, a laptop and two hands Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MartinLeo Posted September 23, 2023 Share Posted September 23, 2023 Yamaha CK61 and still deciding between Nord Piano 5 or Studiologic Numa Piano X 73 in the next week 🤨 3 Quote NS4 73HA, Yamaha MODX7+, Korg C1 Air, Roland TD1-DMK, Harley Benton TalkBox, Sony F-760 dynamic microphone, Scarlett 2i2 3rd gen, M-Audio Track Duo, MacBook Air M1, Logic Pro 11, Kontakt 7, Mainstage, Cubasis 3 (IOS), Korg Module (IOS), Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenheeter Posted September 23, 2023 Share Posted September 23, 2023 i have the Numa X Piano 73 and I love it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyFoster Posted September 23, 2023 Share Posted September 23, 2023 I bought a new Yamaha YC88, a great condition Kurzweil K2600R on eBay with 64mb RAM and 8gb SD card / floppy replacement for $1000, and a new Korg Wavestate Mk I. They're all amazing! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpl1228 Posted October 11, 2023 Share Posted October 11, 2023 All of you here talked about the Mojo 61 so much, I went out and got a used one. Thanks to all of you for the posts and all the good info, and to Old No7 (Darryl) for providing the Mojo. Played forever but never had a clonewheel despite using non-stop classic rock organ synth patches every weekend for decades. About time! 2 Quote Roland RD-2000, Yamaha Motif XF7, Mojo 61, Invisible keyboard stand (!!!!!), 1939 Martin Handcraft Imperial trumpet "Everyone knows rock music attained perfection in 1974. It is a scientific fact." -- Homer Simpson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lsj Posted October 11, 2023 Share Posted October 11, 2023 roland gaia 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Alfredson Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 Just bought this Erika Synths Zen Delay from fellow board member @RABid. It rules! I was playing around with it last night on my Octave Cat and it's incredibly sounding. So much fun! 1 Quote Keep it greazy! B3tles - Soul Jazz THEO - Prog Rock Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tucktronix Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 On 9/21/2023 at 12:07 PM, obxa said: Want to upgrade your stage look? Best $29.00. I've spent all year. I do a ton of Theater and Winery gigs, for a vibey look, they often provide Persian style rugs for keys, drums, etc. I carry one with me as well, but always have to take it from my studio, and kinda heavy. Found these on Amazon: more like a bathmat than true rug, but serves the purpose- super light and easy to fold/roll. Plus washable. The drummer on the gig ordered one on break! Forgive this horrific cable mess. This past Saturday, we were about to be rained out at an amphitheater gig, so we moved up to the covered pavilion and quickly reset with no time to dress it up. Note the listing for the one I bought is now missing on Amazon, but there's a ton of similar ones under $40.00 Haha.. that looks like my rig 😆 Quote Kronos 88 Platinum, Yamaha YC88, Subsequent 37, Korg CX3, Hydrasynth 49-key, Nord Electro 5D 73, QSC K8.2, Lester K Me & The Boyz Chris Beard Band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RABid Posted October 12, 2023 Share Posted October 12, 2023 6 hours ago, Jim Alfredson said: Just bought this Erika Synths Zen Delay from fellow board member @RABid. It rules! I was playing around with it last night on my Octave Cat and it's incredibly sounding. So much fun! Glad you like it. I bought it and the Erica Bassline to go with my Eurorack modular, then immediately decided that I need a unit with lots of CV inputs for that modular experience. 1 Quote This post edited for speling. My Sweetwater Gear Exchange Page Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksoper Posted October 14, 2023 Share Posted October 14, 2023 I just bought a used Frontier Alpha Track transport. I'm still using a 12 year old Win 7/ i7 quad core, 16gb ram and Sonar X3. Works just fine but nothing new will work with the system. Upgrading to Windows 11 probably isn't a good idea. If I replace one thing I'll have to replace everything. The Alpha Track is a great little piece of kit, affordable when new and super affordable used--$30 on Reverb, free shipping. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
linwood Posted October 14, 2023 Share Posted October 14, 2023 I grabbed the new Scarbee Sun Bass today. Killer!...and tons of good presets Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GovernorSilver Posted October 16, 2023 Share Posted October 16, 2023 Craig's Helix book: https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/AndertonHX-e--sweetwater-publishing-the-big-book-of-helix-tips-and-tricks Comes with free Universal Audio LA-2A compressor plugin, though I'll probably have to buy Craig's dynamics book or his Max Your Mixes book to learn how to use it Bought the Helix book because I started tweaking my HX Stomp presets a little more. I'd eventually like to make a preset that emulates some of the behavior and sound of a piano damper pedal... on a guitar Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpl1228 Posted October 16, 2023 Share Posted October 16, 2023 Gator spandex-y keyboard covers. Because New Mexico desert dust is a 24/7 bee-yotch in these parts. 2 Quote Roland RD-2000, Yamaha Motif XF7, Mojo 61, Invisible keyboard stand (!!!!!), 1939 Martin Handcraft Imperial trumpet "Everyone knows rock music attained perfection in 1974. It is a scientific fact." -- Homer Simpson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brenner13 Posted October 17, 2023 Share Posted October 17, 2023 Not sure how to explain this…I’ve been shopping digital pianos for a while, but my Mr. Hyde persona just nabbed a Moog Subsequent 37 on GC’s daily pick… I’ve badly wanted one of these for many years. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Wright Posted October 21, 2023 Share Posted October 21, 2023 Two K&M 18817 Universal holders for the home setup. Gets the stands out of the way. 2 Quote "I cried when I wrote this song Sue me if I play too long" Walter Becker Donald Fagan 1977 Deacon Blues Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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