... Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 One of my bands is currently recording an album. Things are coming along much better than I ever would have thought and I dare say that I'm actually a bit excited about how things are sounding. Here is a fine picture of some of my work in the studio. I thought that this would help when we were about to track a particular song. A detailed session diary may be coming up soon if there is any interest. http://www.briantimpe.com/images/Pic10.jpg One always must bring The Rock when recording. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexclaber Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 That's looks like pretty Hard Rock. Alex Barefaced Ltd - ultra lightweight, high ouput, toneful bass cabs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Bear Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 Even though that Rock is haging around the drums, I bet it's a bass player. Looks like it's holdin something down. Mike Bear Artisan-Vocals/Bass Instructor Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bear Jew Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 You know... that rock would be louder if it was black. \m/ Erik "To fight and conquer in all your battles is not supreme excellence; supreme excellence consists of breaking the enemy's resistance without fighting." --Sun Tzu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
getz out Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 I'm recording in March and I'm totally copping this joke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WCunha Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 Do you go direct with the Rock too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcr Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 Air Supply used to bring The Rock to sessions too, only I think they used pumice, or maybe gypsum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wraub Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 That's why Air Supply's rock was so sheety. Peace, wraub I'm a lot more like I am now than I was when I got here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Sweet Willie_ Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 1. I love a studio diary, especially when it's written with a healthy dose of wit and a touch of self-deprecation. 2. I'm really glad someone brought the rock. That pic would make a nice album cover. I'd call the album something simple, like The Rock. Of course, given the acronym of the bandname, it would be dangerous yet appealing to call the album Bring the Rock, Don't Smoke It. 3. CMDN's right. dcr is probably on target as well (mark your calendars -- I'm giving dcr some props). wraub is treading on that thin, Capasso-style ice. Peace. --Dub $$ spreadluv Fanboy? Why, yes! Nordstrand Pickups and Guitars. Messiaen knew how to parlay the funk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wraub Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 Originally posted by Dr. Sweet Willie: wraub is treading on that thin, Capasso-style ice. Hey, glad you like it. I got the recipe Here : It's surprisingly authentic. Peace, wraub I'm a lot more like I am now than I was when I got here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davebrownbass Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 Not wanting to stir up controversy here, but I think that Rock is mic'd improperly. The most important function of the rock is to directionalize certain high frequencies, for which the front, slightly concave surface was created. It is true that the entire exposed surface of the Rock has some bearing on the total sonic effect, but the frontal surface is of greater significance. Therefore, in my experience, an X-Y, non-phasic pair of mics 6-8 inches from the deepest part of the curve will give a more spacious effect. With the current mic configuration, you have traded spacial ambience for warmth...that's fine if warmth is what your project requires. BTW, and in case you didn't know. RE (rock effect) is why bluegrass originated as an acoustic only music in the hills of Kentucky. I have seen rock there clearly larger and heavier than this one. If you can believe it, there is free standing non phasic rock there weighing 2-3 tons or even more. Kinda hard to truck that stuff around and play on a stage. But this rock supply gives bluegrass its edgy sweetness. Someday maybe I'll tell you the story of the time I split, with 1 stick of dynamite, a 2 ton rock into seven wedges. "Let's raise the level of this conversation" -- Jeremy Cohen, in the Picasso Thread. Still spendin' that political capital far faster than I can earn it...stretched way out on a limb here and looking for a better interest rate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quinn Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 Home Production Tip #396: Large, heavy rocks can be great tools for 'focusing' musicians, thereby ensuring that you capture the best possible performance. In most cases, you don't even need to use them! Simply placing them within easy reach will generally coax maximum intensity from an artist, thereby ensuring that 'wow' moment makes it onto tape. My bands: http://www.myspace.com/aimlowkidmusic http://www.myspace.com/bobfrankandjohnmurry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bear Jew Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 Not wanting to stir up controversy here, but I think that Rock is mic'd improperly. The most important function of the rock is to directionalize certain high frequencies, for which the front, slightly concave surface was created. It is true that the entire exposed surface of the Rock has some bearing on the total sonic effect, but the frontal surface is of greater significance. Therefore, in my experience, an X-Y, non-phasic pair of mics 6-8 inches from the deepest part of the curve will give a more spacious effect. With the current mic configuration, you have traded spacial ambience for warmth...that's fine if warmth is what your project requires. BTW, and in case you didn't know. RE (rock effect) is why bluegrass originated as an acoustic only music in the hills of Kentucky. I have seen rock there clearly larger and heavier than this one. If you can believe it, there is free standing non phasic rock there weighing 2-3 tons or even more. Kinda hard to truck that stuff around and play on a stage. But this rock supply gives bluegrass its edgy sweetness. It'd still be louder if it was black. \m/ Erik "To fight and conquer in all your battles is not supreme excellence; supreme excellence consists of breaking the enemy's resistance without fighting." --Sun Tzu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcr Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 Dave, you forgot the little " ;} " thingies. CMDN--you're right. Granite is for wussies. You need to bring in the obsidian. (Not much of a catch phrase, though, "Bring in da obsidian!!" Cool album cover, maybe.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted February 1, 2005 Author Share Posted February 1, 2005 Originally posted by CMDN: You know... that rock would be louder if it was black.Post of the century to Erik. This comment made me laugh. A lot. (probably too much) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
butcherNburn Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 The Rock - always a solid performer. How would you like to show up at the studio one day and have someone tell you you've been replaced by The Rock. If you think my playing is bad, you should hear me sing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bear Jew Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 How would you like to show up at the studio one day and have someone tell you you've been replaced by The Rock? Impossible. I AM The Rock. That wrestler guy just borrows my name because it's catchy. \m/ Erik "To fight and conquer in all your battles is not supreme excellence; supreme excellence consists of breaking the enemy's resistance without fighting." --Sun Tzu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Sweet Willie_ Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 Originally posted by dcr: Dave, you forgot the little " ;} " thingies. Ha!!! spreadluv Fanboy? Why, yes! Nordstrand Pickups and Guitars. Messiaen knew how to parlay the funk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeronyne Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 Originally posted by CMDN: It'd still be louder if it was black.I'm surprised at the shape of that rock, Bump. White Rock is usually square. "For instance" is not proof. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Capasso Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 I hereby trump CMDN's excellent joke and wraub's excellence with this. I know what song you are tracking, because I know your respect for Zappa. It's a tune from the Mothers Of Invention. Help I'm A Rock. Tom (still the master) www.stoneflyrocks.com Acoustic Color Be practical as well as generous in your ideals. Keep your eyes on the stars and keep your feet on the ground. - Theodore Roosevelt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bear Jew Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 Bad, bad, bad, Madball. Go stand in the corner. \m/ Erik "To fight and conquer in all your battles is not supreme excellence; supreme excellence consists of breaking the enemy's resistance without fighting." --Sun Tzu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wraub Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 Originally posted by Tom Capasso: ...wraub's excellence with this. Tom (still the master)Truly, praise from Cheeser. Peace, wraub I'm a lot more like I am now than I was when I got here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gruuve Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 Where's the roll? Old bass players never die, they just buy lighter rigs. - Tom Capasso, 11/9/2006 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tenstrum Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 Where's the roll? The roll is a direct after effect resulting from gravity, the subcutaneous induced vibrations from The Rock, and a highly acute angle. What happens is this: Once The Rock has a mic and placed upon an elevation where gravity can act as a justifying force, the "groove" vibrations convince The Rock to induce a state of exponential energy from its potential "Rock" state. The result is quite obvious and can be best represented by the formula: http://img116.exs.cx/img116/7321/s2img18090lg.gif or more simple know as "The Groove Chaos Theory of Music". Tenstrum "Paranoid? Probably. But just because you're paranoid doesn't mean there isn't an invisible demon about to eat your face." Harry Dresden, Storm Front Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy c Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 This is the heaviest thread we've had in a long time. Free download of my cd!. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenfxj Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 Originally posted by Dave Sisk: Where's the roll?http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B0000032Q4.01.LZZZZZZZ.jpg Push the button Frank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Sweet Willie_ Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 Originally posted by jeremy c: This is the heaviest thread we've had in a long time.Ouch... spreadluv Fanboy? Why, yes! Nordstrand Pickups and Guitars. Messiaen knew how to parlay the funk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wraub Posted February 2, 2005 Share Posted February 2, 2005 Originally posted by kenfxj: http://images.amazon.com/images/P/B0000032Q4.01.LZZZZZZZ.jpgEven Foghat knew black rocks were the loudest. Peace, wraub I'm a lot more like I am now than I was when I got here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TuckLM Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 NOTE: Foghat's rock is black. But which is harder, the rock or the kaiser? Is it a rock-hard bun? Isn't that what we all really want? This simple album cover show the true genius of Foghat; to be able to tap into our inner most desires and shake 'em. This, however, has nothing to do with how to mic the Rock. BTW, where did you get that rock? EBay? L Tucker Nice, nice, very nice. So many people in the same device. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Capasso Posted February 3, 2005 Share Posted February 3, 2005 I may borrow from Maury who is borrowing from Bump next month when my band records and bring the rock in this manner. It's cool, and I'll try to take a pic. Bump - I know it takes time, but we'd love to read the studio diary. It might seem simple to you, but sharing the experience is usually interesting to your friends - especially here. Originally posted by TuckLM: ...But which is harder, the rock or the kaiser? We understand the space between those items on the album cover. It's between a rock and a hard place. I've been there. With these comments, we're all on a roll... Tom www.stoneflyrocks.com Acoustic Color Be practical as well as generous in your ideals. Keep your eyes on the stars and keep your feet on the ground. - Theodore Roosevelt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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