Dave Horne Posted July 26, 2003 Share Posted July 26, 2003 When I pack up my stuff for a job, whether I'm playing with my full set up of just playing an acoustic piano, I always bring along a few non-musical accessories ... a cushion to keep my fanny from sweating (and to keep the seat of my pants from becoming shiny) and a small fan to blow fresh air in my face. If I ever forget to bring that stuff along, I'm distressed. Am I alone? No guitarists were harmed during the making of this message. In general, harmonic complexity is inversely proportional to the ratio between chording and non-chording instruments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tusker Posted July 26, 2003 Share Posted July 26, 2003 Pen and paper, to write notes. A container of Starbucks after-coffee mints (curiously strong). Jerry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rod S Posted July 26, 2003 Share Posted July 26, 2003 A nasal decongestant (A very mild, non-addictive one) if I have to sing background vocals. I have severe allergy problems - my nose can get clogged up in a second (specially if people are smoking nearby). I've needed it. One of those big bicyle water bottles. I'm always Mr. Thirsty. Agreed about the pen and paper. Korg Kronos X73 / ARP Odyssey / Motif ES Rack / Roland D-05 / JP-08 / SE-05 / Jupiter Xm / Novation Mininova / NL2X / Waldorf Pulse II MBP-LOGIC American Deluxe P-Bass, Yamaha RBX760 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Horne Posted July 26, 2003 Author Share Posted July 26, 2003 Yea, I forgot the pen and paper. I sometimes forget the changes to a tune or substitute one bridge for another and make a mental note to take a look at when I get home. (Breath mints a must.) No guitarists were harmed during the making of this message. In general, harmonic complexity is inversely proportional to the ratio between chording and non-chording instruments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b_3guy Posted July 26, 2003 Share Posted July 26, 2003 Originally posted by Tusker: A container of Starbucks after-coffee mints (curiously strong). I like a jumbo pack of Wrigley's Spearmint. I know the sugar, but the other gums suck. Seems like the sugar free ones last about 30 seconds. Steve www.seagullphotodesign.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffinator Posted July 26, 2003 Share Posted July 26, 2003 Steve - you need to try Eclipse - great sugarless gum with some serious punch that hangs around a good long time. I used that stuff when I was working at Best Buy - get a good 2 hours out of every piece! A bunch of loud, obnoxious music I USED to make with friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b_3guy Posted July 26, 2003 Share Posted July 26, 2003 Originally posted by Griffinator: Steve - you need to try Eclipse - great sugarless gum with some serious punch that hangs around a good long time. I used that stuff when I was working at Best Buy - get a good 2 hours out of every piece!Thanks for the tip! I'll have to try them. In all fairness the Clorets in the darker blue package are good. Just don't put 3 pieces, it'll bring tears to your eyes & make your nose run. Steve www.seagullphotodesign.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiddo Posted July 26, 2003 Share Posted July 26, 2003 my all-time must-have: a guy-friend to carry my load! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
analogman1 Posted July 26, 2003 Share Posted July 26, 2003 When I'm doing a gig where I have to sit for a long time, I bring one of those leather carrying cases (small "health and beauty aids bag" as my wife calls it). This way, my wallet, cell phone and keys are in one place...and my wallet doesn't throw my back out of alignment! (it' s tough gettin old...) Ditto on the breath mints and pen/paper. Big T from NY Tom Nord Electro 5D, Modal Cobalt 8, Yamaha upright piano, numerous plug-ins... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffinator Posted July 26, 2003 Share Posted July 26, 2003 Oh - almost forgot - stay with the more traditional flavors, Steve - they've got some weird ones like "Arctic Chill" that taste like some kind of weird mutant licorice. Not a pleasant surprise, trust me! A bunch of loud, obnoxious music I USED to make with friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Byrdman Posted July 26, 2003 Share Posted July 26, 2003 Originally posted by Dave Horne: When I pack up my stuff for a job, whether I'm playing with my full set up of just playing an acoustic piano, I always bring along a few non-musical accessories ... a cushion to keep my fanny from sweating (and to keep the seat of my pants from becoming shiny) and a small fan to blow fresh air in my face. If I ever forget to bring that stuff along, I'm distressed. Am I alone?Let me open up my gear box .... Flash light. There's never enough light while setting up. Small enough to hold in teeth. Towel to wipe brow while setting up and sit on while playing (same purpose as your cushion) Actually this is upstairs in laundry band aids (Discovered the need for bandaids when I cut a finger on a toilet light switch that was missing the escutcheon plate and while it did not hurt, bled everywhere) Pen knife, regular and instrument screw driver. Need to add pair of needle nose pliers. Spare 9V batteries Pencils and sharpie (just in case anyone is ever misguided enough to ask for my autograph - sigh) Small Multimetre. Really need to replace with a small cable tester - multimetre is not really that useful. Velcro Cable ties. Business cards Duck Tape Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petros Posted July 27, 2003 Share Posted July 27, 2003 Advil for wrist pain, Malox for stomach upset. A reading light for scores. Sometimes a mic and a powered speaker for the acoustic piano if the jazz band is loud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bucktunes Posted July 27, 2003 Share Posted July 27, 2003 Everything Byrdman mentioned. Peace all, Steve ><> Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Horne Posted July 27, 2003 Author Share Posted July 27, 2003 Originally posted by Bucktunes: Everything Byrdman mentioned. Peace all, SteveWhy not simply buy a reversible light? No guitarists were harmed during the making of this message. In general, harmonic complexity is inversely proportional to the ratio between chording and non-chording instruments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Horne Posted July 27, 2003 Author Share Posted July 27, 2003 ear plugs No guitarists were harmed during the making of this message. In general, harmonic complexity is inversely proportional to the ratio between chording and non-chording instruments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albert Posted July 27, 2003 Share Posted July 27, 2003 You folks are really prepared! Here's a few things I bring: A stand light, outfitted with blue gel. A 25 foot extension cord with three outlets. Metronome and tuner (mostly for my own curiosity). Pencils and music paper. A bottle or two of spring water. Altoids. A couple snack bars, the energy protein kind. A magazine or book to read. Okay, that's not really an accessory for the job, but sometimes I'll end up having to wait or have time between shows. Business cards. Depending on the job, I may bring a lot more in the way of extra cables, flashlight, screwdrivers, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petros Posted July 27, 2003 Share Posted July 27, 2003 I forgot my earplugs !!! How about a pack of tissue paper? LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
petros Posted July 27, 2003 Share Posted July 27, 2003 This thread is funny it's like we are going on a trip and packing a suitcase. I had to chuckle about the magazine or book to read Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b_3guy Posted July 28, 2003 Share Posted July 28, 2003 Originally posted by petros: This thread is funny it's like we are going on a trip and packing a suitcase. You right, I was going to make fun of everyone packing everything but a toothbrush, but I did a gig last night & as I was leaving the city I stopped into a Tim Horton's (our version of Starbucks) got a coffee for the road & got my thermos filled so I could have a coffee for the ride home after the gig. Steve www.seagullphotodesign.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Pierce Posted July 28, 2003 Share Posted July 28, 2003 I have two gig bags. One has all the cables and pedals needed for my regular rig, the other has all the stuff that I might need. Typically, I only end up needing that stuff if I don't bring it. The extra bag has: -25' extension cord -2 power strips -Extra instrument and mic cables -Extra Motion-Sound rotor control pedal, and damper pedal -Advil -Cough drops -Velcro cable ties -Flashlight -Small tool kit with screwdrivers and plyers -Pen and notebook I also usually bring a large water bottle, and sometimes I'll bring a thermos of coffee if I'm unlikely to find coffee at the venue. Hot coffee is a must for my voice when I'm singing. --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...
BP3 Posted July 28, 2003 Share Posted July 28, 2003 Condoms, for those nights when everything goes right! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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