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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 18, 2023 8:14:13 GMT -6
John & Martin, I will definitely contact you both next time I'm in town!
Sadly, my favorite place for GREAT BEER in town has closed~!
I drove by it when I was just down there, "The Beer Sellar" closed because of the terrible bombing last year! Took my breath away to see the destruction it caused. Unbelievable.
On a lighter note, it's probably gonna take a few weeks to get all the paper work to and from the bank. And if things go as planned, (although they rarely do) I should be down there again in a few months.
Right now it's daily trips to the three storage rooms for all the studio gear. Hopefully this is the last time I move!
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 17, 2023 19:51:13 GMT -6
Ward, If it hasn't been, it will be soon enough
Haha
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 16, 2023 15:22:17 GMT -6
What am I missing?
For example, I record a few vocal takes using different track versions in Luna, make new COMP VERSION, highlight a section on one of the vocal takes, fly it in, go thru the tune, and then I have a comp?
It's simple and easy,,, But I'm old school
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 16, 2023 8:28:11 GMT -6
Hey Chris, Nope... His name is Steve, I just met him, he was working on a friends house in Donelson and came by the Church to take a look for us. Since he had a guitar in his truck, I had him play and sing few minutes in the Sanctuary, and it sounded pretty darn great!
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 16, 2023 8:08:36 GMT -6
Hey Chris, Nope... His name is Steve, I just met him, he was working on a friends house in Donelson and came by the Church to take a look see. Since he had a guitar in his truck, I had him play and sing few minutes in the Sanctuary, and it sounded pretty darn great!
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 12, 2023 17:14:30 GMT -6
Martin, it ain't mine yet...! Haha
Let's see what the bank says this week?
In the meantime, friend of ours, a carpenter who we brought to the Church to check it out, is also a weekend guitar player.
Funny enough he happened to have his acoustic in his truck, so we had him play and sing a few tunes while we were there, the room had just the most beautiful acoustic, the reverb was amazing, not overblown, boomy, it sounded perfect as it was....
That helped seal the deal. So, fingers crossed.
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 12, 2023 5:41:46 GMT -6
It's a small Church, which is exactly what I want. I've been searching for a smaller old Hall, Church, Synagogue, etc, for a few years now. Most are too big to be comfortable, and where I was in Northeast a real drag to heat or cool, would cost lot of $$$ to keep it comfortable. Smaller rooms are more realistic, at least for me. So now on my way home to work out the details, and pack up the house, studio, and pub. Attachments:![](//storage.proboards.com/5388330/thumbnailer/DtmSvGQMkKuGoyEMBKx0.png)
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 11, 2023 20:55:15 GMT -6
Martin, Sorry bud, I missed ya. Already on my way home, in Roanoke now... Will be back in a few weeks, found a nice little Church I want to buy.
Headed back home to pack everything up.
And I'm sure our paths have crossed, quite a few times.
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 11, 2023 20:52:32 GMT -6
Dan, Yes I did, Funny story as I turned them down for months, and months, before finally agreeing to produce / engineer that record. The reason was simple, I never did anything like that before, and I told them I'm really not a fan of that style of music and or production. But I'd take on the job, if I could produce it the way I knew how, which was like a rock record. And after I did it, I apologized for ruining their career, as that record initially wasn't received well. Now I hear it's a classic. GO figure.
The guys in the band have become like family to me!
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 10, 2023 18:06:57 GMT -6
Hey Martin, Yep, I'm a old guinea from Queens! Haha
Yes I did sound at the Coventry, many times, as well as all major City joints back then;
Max's Kansas City, CBGB's (and the Gallery) Hurrah, Limelight, 82 Club, Tracks, The Great Gildersleaves, The Ritz, Snafu, etc, etc, etc, and another 20 or so clubs in Long Island And my band at the time "The Special Guests" would play most of those joints all the time.
The place you are thinking about, was where my third Queens studio was located, was called "Roxie" rehearsal, off of Review Ave. in Long Island City. As you stated, all those bands rehearsed there. Owned by Keith Angelino, and Charlie Oliver, at the front desk was Ronnie, (with the Buddy Holly glasses!)
I had the biggest upstairs room, which was my recording room!
From there, I actually partnered up with Keith in a separate business, a studio in Manhattan called "Beethoven Studio" on 31st and 6th. 2 rooms, 48 tracks in each...we bought an existing studio called "First Choice" which was a R & B studio, but once we purchased it, the Rock n Rollers came in and the R & B kinda went away. That said, before they were all gone, I did get to record "The Fat Boys", "Shannon", "Curtis Blow", "Chaka Kahn", and many more...
I'll spare you the rest of my history, but from that place in Manhattan, I moved upstate NY to build studio #4, #5, #6, which is the one I'm packing up as soon as I get back home.
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 10, 2023 17:38:56 GMT -6
OK, so today I had lunch with Dino Elefante, and Steve Marcantonio, a complete comedy team! Haha Then spoke to a class at the Blackbird academy, after which we headed over to Studio "C" for a Atmos listening session... Although I'm still not sold on Atmos, but I must say, it was quite breathtaking, especially "Rocket Man"
Then we went to Chas Sanfords house / studio. Yet another AMAZING PERSON!
Once again, all I can say, everyone has gone out of their way to make our visit to TN. extra special Now we are headed out to Nick Pellegrino's restaurant "Mangia" for a 7 course meal!
WOW...
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 9, 2023 22:25:18 GMT -6
Had dinner last night with Vance and his wife Diana. Vance will be heading out tomorrow to mix the sound for Chris Stapleton in the remote audio truck for The Super Bowl performance. Very, cool~!
Spent the day today with Chris Mara, and his wife, Joly
And tonight I just came back from Paul Wolff's house, and a wonderful dinner with him and his wife.
What can I say.... these last few days have been wonderful, and the people I've met, are some of the nicest, warmest, open & honest people I've ever met, anywhere!
Tomorrow, a tour of Blackbird, with John McBride, and I've been asked to speak at the Academy.... (why, I haven't a clue?)
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 6, 2023 9:04:55 GMT -6
Thanks guys for all the ideas, and replies!
I really appreciate it.
Sean, I was in Gallatin yesterday, didn't see anything that would work, but I'm here for anther week or so, and check the listings every morning & evening. Plus more friends have chimed in with properties that are NOT listed, and those are on our list to see today.
At this point, I have a few possibilities....
Supposed to have dinner with Vance Powell, his wife, and some good old friends on Wed. I'm sure there will be other options that will pop up with the more people I talk to.
I'll keep ya posted.
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 5, 2023 16:27:53 GMT -6
Ward.. Thanks bud, we will see... Spent the day in Lafayette, Lebanon, Hermitage, Hartsville, & Gallitin looking at the areas, and properties. Nothing yet...still have another week to search.
Headed out in a few to see a show at 3rd and Lindsley to meet my buddy John Hall, and see his wifes band, the Herculeons, Should be a good show.
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 4, 2023 9:18:22 GMT -6
Well, we arrived. In Donelson at the moment and for the next few days, will be headed over to Franklin area Tuesday.
At the moment, checking out possible areas to move, will most likely rent a place for the time being.
If anyone knows about any space, for rent / sale, or a partnership, whatever lem'me know.
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 2, 2023 7:11:21 GMT -6
Shadow Hills Mono Optograph ! Wonderful on Vocals, acoustic guitar, Bass, Kick, Snare They are amazing.
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 2, 2023 7:00:45 GMT -6
Milab Pearl Josephson Sanken Sony Royer AEA
need I say more...
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Post by nobtwiddler on Feb 1, 2023 16:22:54 GMT -6
Well due to the fact the property I'm in at the moment is being sold, I decided I had enough with the North East, as this is the second move in LESS than 2 years. I'm done. That said, my quest for a new home to set up shop begins tomorrow... I had to wait till the ICE storm passed before I get on the road! Have a few good connections in Nashville, and they have some ideas that could include me, but I will know more once I arrive, which should be Friday eve, as I'm driving. Will be staying with friends in Donelson. In the meantime, if any of you know of a building, something like a Church, Barn, Grange Hall, for sale in a good area for around 500K, let me know. (I know that's pushing it, as most I've looked at via the internet are 1 mil & more way over my head.) But who knows, maybe one of you know something held privately, not listed with a real estate? I would think that most of the Church properties that are listed at the moment with agents, I've already looked at via the internet? In a nutshell, the idea is to build a Sound Stage / Recording Room / with a pub for live performances.. (you know me and my beers) All under one roof. But if that doesn't happen, and most likely it won't as it's a very big undertaking, and I need to get to work ASAP. I'm also looking into the possibility of partnering up with an existing space if anyone has room, and is interested. Don't need a separate stinking, control room, one large nice sounding room will do~! Haha I'm easy. But then there's the question, where to live? Thanks guys Paul www.millbrooksoundstudio.com
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Post by nobtwiddler on Jan 31, 2023 22:29:18 GMT -6
The vintage thing is totally overrated!
There are mic's today that are totally amazing! No need to waste good $ on Vintage.
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Post by nobtwiddler on Jan 28, 2023 10:01:41 GMT -6
I don't have near that many mic's but do have a few good ones. Here's a shot I took of the mics that are housed in a separate road case for my remote recording rig. ( actually don't have a pic of the remaining studio mics. ) Attachments:![](//storage.proboards.com/5388330/thumbnailer/PEBlOYkvXsmLkpbujODi.png)
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Post by nobtwiddler on Jan 26, 2023 18:41:51 GMT -6
"The idea was to challenge myself with some limits and offer a slightly reduced rate as an incentive / trade off."
"I do think this is a case where something like a 1” 8 track would excel at imposing (often healthy) limitations on a project."
I did both of these things, with the album I mentioned in a previous post.
I told the band, I wanted the limitations of 8 tracks.... AND If they did NOT like the results, the album was on me~!
End result was a big success for all involved, and led me to do this many more times. As an aside, I've heard from two of the artists, they have been told by fans, these 8 track session releases, are the best records they ever recorded.
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Post by nobtwiddler on Jan 21, 2023 11:11:51 GMT -6
In the meantime, was wondering if any of you Nashville guys can tell me which areas might be affordable to set up a small one room studio in a house. Limited funds, but can make anything reasonable happen.
Once I get everything packed up and safely in storage, probably at least 6 weeks or so, I think I'm gonna take a drive to clear my head, and visit some friends... Have three stops planned, Nashville, Louisiana, and then off to Tampa, to visit mom.
If you guys have any thoughts, please let me know.
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Post by nobtwiddler on Jan 21, 2023 10:21:01 GMT -6
Yep, I believe your about an hour away from where I am now!
Thank you!
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Post by nobtwiddler on Jan 20, 2023 11:35:38 GMT -6
Eric, Thanks bud... Yeah, My fault, cause I should have bought something when I could have, but nooooo...
Oh well, onward and upward.
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Post by nobtwiddler on Jan 20, 2023 11:34:26 GMT -6
Steve, Getting started with the packing, and this will takes at least a few months.
But would love to come over and check out your place, (it looks beautiful by the way) once everything is packed up, and ready to go.ank you. Thank you.
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