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Post by nicksteinborn on Feb 12, 2024 17:48:32 GMT -6
Really thinking about some Adam A8Hs. Being able to load a Sonarworks profile right on the speaker has me very interested. Been using Focal Twins for the past 5 years and I kinda want to try something new. I don't mind dealing with Sonarworks as it just lives on my control room inserts in Cubase, but not being able to have that eq in the Apollo Console to zero-latency monitor stuff I'm tracking through is frustrating. Thought about buying a hardware EQ and all that, but swapping to a 3-way with it built in sounds intriguing. Not sure if it's just kind of a side-step from the Twins though.
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Post by poppaflavor on Feb 13, 2024 5:06:43 GMT -6
Acoustic treatment for the main room so I can get out of a repurposed closet turned vocal booth. Main room is sorta ok for keys, bass and guitar (kind of haphazard ad hoc treated rather than by design from the outset), but belty vocals slap back in the most annoyingly grating way.
Sigh. Won't be fun. Won't be sexy. But I've put it off long enough.
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Post by jeremygillespie on Feb 13, 2024 8:40:48 GMT -6
I’m going on the road in the spring and need a bass cab. I’ve somehow made it this far in life as a professional musician only owning a pair of 8x10 ampeg cabs. Why do I have two of them? I got the pair of them free with a drum kit I purchased. A sort of “get these things out of here and they are yours” sort of deal.
Nobody wants them for any reasonable
Money so I’m just holding onto them. I might just build a 2x10 cab and pull a pair of speakers from one of them to use…
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Post by mcirish on Feb 13, 2024 10:00:37 GMT -6
I’m going on the road in the spring and need a bass cab. I’ve somehow made it this far in life as a professional musician only owning a pair of 8x10 ampeg cabs. Why do I have two of them? I got the pair of them free with a drum kit I purchased. A sort of “get these things out of here and they are yours” sort of deal. Nobody wants them for any reasonable Money so I’m just holding onto them. I might just build a 2x10 cab and pull a pair of speakers from one of them to use… Your back must be in way better shape than mine! I can't even imagine moving around an all tube SVT and the 8x10 cabinet. Man, those were heavy. Makes carrying a Leslie seem almost doable... |
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Post by chessparov on Feb 13, 2024 10:54:27 GMT -6
You have to B Sharp. Otherwise an organ replacement might be required. I almost carried a Leslie. (Across the Threshold  ) I was young though. Things went round and round. It was just another Phase. Chris |
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Post by jeremygillespie on Feb 13, 2024 11:33:22 GMT -6
I’m going on the road in the spring and need a bass cab. I’ve somehow made it this far in life as a professional musician only owning a pair of 8x10 ampeg cabs. Why do I have two of them? I got the pair of them free with a drum kit I purchased. A sort of “get these things out of here and they are yours” sort of deal. Nobody wants them for any reasonable Money so I’m just holding onto them. I might just build a 2x10 cab and pull a pair of speakers from one of them to use… Your back must be in way better shape than mine! I can't even imagine moving around an all tube SVT and the 8x10 cabinet. Man, those were heavy. Makes carrying a Leslie seem almost doable... I turned them on once to see what it would be like playing through a pair of them. That was cool. Haven’t touched em since and I certainly wouldn’t lug one around for gigs unless I was paying a guy with a 20 year old back to do it. |
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Post by chessparov on Feb 13, 2024 11:39:50 GMT -6
In house Leslie's at Skyloft and Mozambique restaurants/Clubs in Laguna... If you guys ever visit my area. (Mozambique is going through a Pre-Summer remodel though right now) With B3's to match!  Chris |
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Post by crillemannen on Feb 13, 2024 13:02:00 GMT -6
Just bought a Wurlitzer 200a so can check that one of my list!
I still looking for a Telecaster and an amp to go with it. That's something I will buy. Wish list and cool stuff I got on my radar and also found if the sellers want to part from them are a RCA 44 and a C12A. We'll see!
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Post by ironinthepath on Feb 13, 2024 16:39:35 GMT -6
Sonic Farms Berliner is on my radar for this year, maybe a Manley Vari Mu or some other variable mu compressor (Chandler RS124 or RS660 also quite attractive).
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Post by viciousbliss on Feb 13, 2024 17:14:01 GMT -6
I tried the Silver Bullet plugin after 3 pieces of hardware(compressor, Fusion, saturator) and then some plugins and it really added the things I thought were still lacking. Punch, more depth and width, and eq balance. The SB is just so versatile. The eq on it really allowed me to sort of rebalance things. On some of these mixes the vocals were a bit low but this allowed me to fix that without having to do a remix. In the videos I've seen, it sounds like the plugin is really spot on. Matty wasn't using any dither before the hardware insert though, so I'm not sure how that changes things. When I add dither before the insert, it definitely changes the sound a lot. So, with the SB hardware, it looks like we get to choose one module for the extra space? Choosing between the Hitmaker 4000 Colour and the Tape79 would be tough. Those WesAudio eqs sound great, but I have a feeling a SB would be a much better investment. And going back to the PQ, I noticed that the hardware doesn't have an input knob like the plugin. No meter on the hardware that I can see which would show you what kinda level you're feeding it. If Paul at Audio Animals was feeding it a good amount of level, then the plugin really is near identical. I still can't tell them apart with my eyes closed. So, that would be a real waste of 5k+ potentially. The philosophy behind the SB is really cool. Sounds like there's always going to be something interesting going on with it.
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Post by drbill on Feb 14, 2024 9:34:34 GMT -6
I tried the Silver Bullet plugin after 3 pieces of hardware(compressor, Fusion, saturator) and then some plugins and it really added the things I thought were still lacking. Punch, more depth and width, and eq balance. The SB is just so versatile. The eq on it really allowed me to sort of rebalance things. On some of these mixes the vocals were a bit low but this allowed me to fix that without having to do a remix. In the videos I've seen, it sounds like the plugin is really spot on. Matty wasn't using any dither before the hardware insert though, so I'm not sure how that changes things. When I add dither before the insert, it definitely changes the sound a lot. So, with the SB hardware, it looks like we get to choose one module for the extra space? Choosing between the Hitmaker 4000 Colour and the Tape79 would be tough. Those WesAudio eqs sound great, but I have a feeling a SB would be a much better investment. And going back to the PQ, I noticed that the hardware doesn't have an input knob like the plugin. No meter on the hardware that I can see which would show you what kinda level you're feeding it. If Paul at Audio Animals was feeding it a good amount of level, then the plugin really is near identical. I still can't tell them apart with my eyes closed. So, that would be a real waste of 5k+ potentially. The philosophy behind the SB is really cool. Sounds like there's always going to be something interesting going on with it. Glad you had a good experience with the Silver Bullet. Just for clarification on your question - yes - there is one (1) C slot that is user configurable in the SB mk2 alongside the standard A and N modules. Traditionally it has shipped with hitmaker 4000, but that is changed now with the addition of more colour modules. All modules except LA-76 (announced at NAMM and available soon) are on the drop down menu at the order point and can be chosen upon purchase. The Silver Bullet hardware isn't $5k+ - its currently $2849. Yeah, it's a lot of $$, but we (and most of our customers) feel that it is a very good value for what it brings to the table. That price includes Hitmaker - so onboard you have the 3 main food groups of consoles over the last 50 years. The other options - Tape•79, Fairi-Mu, Hitmaker Comp, LA-76 add a bit more cost when ordering (between $150 for Tape•79 to $200 for Hitmaker Comp to $250 for Fairi-Mu) - but they are also available on their own for essentially $300-450 each for a stereo compressor. IMO, priced incredibly for what they bring. (My Fairi-Mu is standing alongside my Manley, Locomotive and AudioScape Vari-Mu's and getting used just as much). On the LED side of things - there is an LED - off, green, blue, orange, red - that relates to the C slot gain reduction along with the traditional SB saturation LED on the C slot. You can also see how much you are feeding it via the main meters. Brad mentioned that mk2 will also be available without a C module installed for somewhere around $2600 I'd guess. In addition, for those who want multiple Mojo Modules, we are working on an inexpensive external host that can be dropped into the insert or follow the SB in your signal chain. That's still a few months away. For me personally, the plugin in very good, but not so amazing that I'm selling my 3 mk2's or 5 mk1's. And yeah, we're hoping for a lot more options for the C slot in the future! The options out there are looking very promising. Cheers, bp |
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Post by notneeson on Feb 14, 2024 13:21:12 GMT -6
I tried the Silver Bullet plugin after 3 pieces of hardware(compressor, Fusion, saturator) and then some plugins and it really added the things I thought were still lacking. Punch, more depth and width, and eq balance. The SB is just so versatile. The eq on it really allowed me to sort of rebalance things. On some of these mixes the vocals were a bit low but this allowed me to fix that without having to do a remix. In the videos I've seen, it sounds like the plugin is really spot on. Matty wasn't using any dither before the hardware insert though, so I'm not sure how that changes things. When I add dither before the insert, it definitely changes the sound a lot. So, with the SB hardware, it looks like we get to choose one module for the extra space? Choosing between the Hitmaker 4000 Colour and the Tape79 would be tough. Those WesAudio eqs sound great, but I have a feeling a SB would be a much better investment. And going back to the PQ, I noticed that the hardware doesn't have an input knob like the plugin. No meter on the hardware that I can see which would show you what kinda level you're feeding it. If Paul at Audio Animals was feeding it a good amount of level, then the plugin really is near identical. I still can't tell them apart with my eyes closed. So, that would be a real waste of 5k+ potentially. The philosophy behind the SB is really cool. Sounds like there's always going to be something interesting going on with it. Glad you had a good experience with the Silver Bullet. Just for clarification on your question - yes - there is one (1) C slot that is user configurable in the SB mk2 alongside the standard A and N modules. Traditionally it has shipped with hitmaker 4000, but that is changed now with the addition of more colour modules. All modules except LA-76 (announced at NAMM and available soon) are on the drop down menu at the order point and can be chosen upon purchase. The Silver Bullet hardware isn't $5k+ - its currently $2849. Yeah, it's a lot of $$, but we (and most of our customers) feel that it is a very good value for what it brings to the table. That price includes Hitmaker - so onboard you have the 3 main food groups of consoles over the last 50 years. The other options - Tape•79, Fairi-Mu, Hitmaker Comp, LA-76 add a bit more cost when ordering (between $150 for Tape•79 to $200 for Hitmaker Comp to $250 for Fairi-Mu) - but they are also available on their own for essentially $300-450 each for a stereo compressor. IMO, priced incredibly for what they bring. (My Fairi-Mu is standing alongside my Manley, Locomotive and AudioScape Vari-Mu's and getting used just as much). On the LED side of things - there is an LED - off, green, blue, orange, red - that relates to the C slot gain reduction along with the traditional SB saturation LED on the C slot. You can also see how much you are feeding it via the main meters. Brad mentioned that mk2 will also be available without a C module installed for somewhere around $2600 I'd guess. In addition, for those who want multiple Mojo Modules, we are working on an inexpensive external host that can be dropped into the insert or follow the SB in your signal chain. That's still a few months away. For me personally, the plugin in very good, but not so amazing that I'm selling my 3 mk2's or 5 mk1's. And yeah, we're hoping for a lot more options for the C slot in the future! The options out there are looking very promising. Cheers, bp Woah, I would be able to use this external host with my MK1? That would be awesome! |
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Post by the other mark williams on Feb 14, 2024 13:24:00 GMT -6
I've been contemplating this. It was a dream of mine in my 20s to get a small RED setup. However, I think I would be content with a lowly Blackmagic kit.
What are you considering, if I may ask?
Sony FX3. It's full frame, low megapixel (better for lower light). I already have m4/3 cameras but even as advanced as they are these days with the dual ISO and such, the low light performance still gives a lot of macroblocking in the shadows since they are all high megapixel sensors. IIRC you’ve been a Panasonic/Lumix man in the past, svart. FX3 is certainly a great camera, but the Lumix S5II / S5IIX is also worth a serious look. It produces a very nice FF image, and is a steal at the price. Can’t really go wrong either way, honestly. |
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Post by svart on Feb 14, 2024 13:28:25 GMT -6
Sony FX3. It's full frame, low megapixel (better for lower light). I already have m4/3 cameras but even as advanced as they are these days with the dual ISO and such, the low light performance still gives a lot of macroblocking in the shadows since they are all high megapixel sensors. IIRC you’ve been a Panasonic/Lumix man in the past, svart. FX3 is certainly a great camera, but the Lumix S5II / S5IIX is also worth a serious look. It produces a very nice FF image, and is a steal at the price. Can’t really go wrong either way, honestly. I know! I've been contemplating the S5IIx but I've been smitten with the low light image from the FX3 due to the low pixel count. I bought a GH6 last year and I was a little let down by the dark noise even in dual-ISO mode with the DR enhancement on. I figured that if I went FF I'd need to buy new lenses anyway, so there would really be nothing to stop me from going with the FX3 and selling my GH6 while keeping my GH5 for all secondary duties. I've also thought about buying a GH5s on the used market for fairly cheap and staying with m4/3.. |
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Post by nicksteinborn on Feb 14, 2024 14:02:16 GMT -6
Glad you had a good experience with the Silver Bullet. Just for clarification on your question - yes - there is one (1) C slot that is user configurable in the SB mk2 alongside the standard A and N modules. Traditionally it has shipped with hitmaker 4000, but that is changed now with the addition of more colour modules. All modules except LA-76 (announced at NAMM and available soon) are on the drop down menu at the order point and can be chosen upon purchase. The Silver Bullet hardware isn't $5k+ - its currently $2849. Yeah, it's a lot of $$, but we (and most of our customers) feel that it is a very good value for what it brings to the table. That price includes Hitmaker - so onboard you have the 3 main food groups of consoles over the last 50 years. The other options - Tape•79, Fairi-Mu, Hitmaker Comp, LA-76 add a bit more cost when ordering (between $150 for Tape•79 to $200 for Hitmaker Comp to $250 for Fairi-Mu) - but they are also available on their own for essentially $300-450 each for a stereo compressor. IMO, priced incredibly for what they bring. (My Fairi-Mu is standing alongside my Manley, Locomotive and AudioScape Vari-Mu's and getting used just as much). On the LED side of things - there is an LED - off, green, blue, orange, red - that relates to the C slot gain reduction along with the traditional SB saturation LED on the C slot. You can also see how much you are feeding it via the main meters. Brad mentioned that mk2 will also be available without a C module installed for somewhere around $2600 I'd guess. In addition, for those who want multiple Mojo Modules, we are working on an inexpensive external host that can be dropped into the insert or follow the SB in your signal chain. That's still a few months away. For me personally, the plugin in very good, but not so amazing that I'm selling my 3 mk2's or 5 mk1's. And yeah, we're hoping for a lot more options for the C slot in the future! The options out there are looking very promising. Cheers, bp Woah, I would be able to use this external host with my MK1? That would be awesome! Forreal. Very intrigued. |
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Post by viciousbliss on Feb 14, 2024 16:10:07 GMT -6
I tried the Silver Bullet plugin after 3 pieces of hardware(compressor, Fusion, saturator) and then some plugins and it really added the things I thought were still lacking. Punch, more depth and width, and eq balance. The SB is just so versatile. The eq on it really allowed me to sort of rebalance things. On some of these mixes the vocals were a bit low but this allowed me to fix that without having to do a remix. In the videos I've seen, it sounds like the plugin is really spot on. Matty wasn't using any dither before the hardware insert though, so I'm not sure how that changes things. When I add dither before the insert, it definitely changes the sound a lot. So, with the SB hardware, it looks like we get to choose one module for the extra space? Choosing between the Hitmaker 4000 Colour and the Tape79 would be tough. Those WesAudio eqs sound great, but I have a feeling a SB would be a much better investment. And going back to the PQ, I noticed that the hardware doesn't have an input knob like the plugin. No meter on the hardware that I can see which would show you what kinda level you're feeding it. If Paul at Audio Animals was feeding it a good amount of level, then the plugin really is near identical. I still can't tell them apart with my eyes closed. So, that would be a real waste of 5k+ potentially. The philosophy behind the SB is really cool. Sounds like there's always going to be something interesting going on with it. Glad you had a good experience with the Silver Bullet. Just for clarification on your question - yes - there is one (1) C slot that is user configurable in the SB mk2 alongside the standard A and N modules. Traditionally it has shipped with hitmaker 4000, but that is changed now with the addition of more colour modules. All modules except LA-76 (announced at NAMM and available soon) are on the drop down menu at the order point and can be chosen upon purchase. The Silver Bullet hardware isn't $5k+ - its currently $2849. Yeah, it's a lot of $$, but we (and most of our customers) feel that it is a very good value for what it brings to the table. That price includes Hitmaker - so onboard you have the 3 main food groups of consoles over the last 50 years. The other options - Tape•79, Fairi-Mu, Hitmaker Comp, LA-76 add a bit more cost when ordering (between $150 for Tape•79 to $200 for Hitmaker Comp to $250 for Fairi-Mu) - but they are also available on their own for essentially $300-450 each for a stereo compressor. IMO, priced incredibly for what they bring. (My Fairi-Mu is standing alongside my Manley, Locomotive and AudioScape Vari-Mu's and getting used just as much). On the LED side of things - there is an LED - off, green, blue, orange, red - that relates to the C slot gain reduction along with the traditional SB saturation LED on the C slot. You can also see how much you are feeding it via the main meters. Brad mentioned that mk2 will also be available without a C module installed for somewhere around $2600 I'd guess. In addition, for those who want multiple Mojo Modules, we are working on an inexpensive external host that can be dropped into the insert or follow the SB in your signal chain. That's still a few months away. For me personally, the plugin in very good, but not so amazing that I'm selling my 3 mk2's or 5 mk1's. And yeah, we're hoping for a lot more options for the C slot in the future! The options out there are looking very promising. Cheers, bp Thanks for the info! The 5k+ figure I mentioned was for the SPL PQ. It would be something if I got one of those just to find out that I still couldn't tell it apart from the plugin...hah. But there is something special about that plugin. It's roughly in the same league as the Massive Passive hardware and far closer to that sound than other eq plugins. Silver Bullet is really an insane value for the amount of versatility it brings. Not many things can radically change a mix or master for the better like that. And you guys keep coming up with new ways to make it even more versatile. All the modules you guys come up with are going to sound brilliant and if I read correctly, you're looking into creating something separate where you could use multiple modules? That would be something. At this juncture, I can't think of a better idea for a purchase. To get that kinda benefit by going 500 series, I'd have to spend 5k at least. I'm not talking about duplicating the SB sound, more like substituting 2 or 3 things for mojo and another 2-3 for eq. Plus the cost of something like a Wesaudio Titan. I'll have to read up on the Tape79 module and the others and try to narrow down what I think I'd like best! |
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Post by the other mark williams on Feb 14, 2024 17:54:20 GMT -6
IIRC you’ve been a Panasonic/Lumix man in the past, svart. FX3 is certainly a great camera, but the Lumix S5II / S5IIX is also worth a serious look. It produces a very nice FF image, and is a steal at the price. Can’t really go wrong either way, honestly. I know! I've been contemplating the S5IIx but I've been smitten with the low light image from the FX3 due to the low pixel count. I bought a GH6 last year and I was a little let down by the dark noise even in dual-ISO mode with the DR enhancement on. I figured that if I went FF I'd need to buy new lenses anyway, so there would really be nothing to stop me from going with the FX3 and selling my GH6 while keeping my GH5 for all secondary duties. I've also thought about buying a GH5s on the used market for fairly cheap and staying with m4/3.. FX3 is definitely a low light monster! And the firmware coming later this year will finally add really good exposure tools that Lumix has had forever. But yeah, since you’ll be adding FF lenses either way, Sony is very attractive - soooooo many lens options… |
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Post by Dan on Feb 15, 2024 21:24:45 GMT -6
Grace m108. A bunch of sdcs. Thimeo Stereo Tool.
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