Gitano guitar support (on the DeVoe)

Put the Gitano on the DeVoe and so far I like it. I don’t have to use a foot stool and both feet stay level as well as my back. = longer playing and feeling better.

Well I have had this on the guitar for a few weeks and today when I took it off there were two rings from where the suction cups were. Did not dent or pull off finish but I was not able to get rid of the marks on the gitar. Kind of what happens with wood when you put a cool glass on it and it leaves rings by where the glass was.

Boo on Bose

My option of Bose as of today is pretty poor, they are very expensive and are quick to take money from you but then they do not deliver on there promises and have horrible costumer relations and contact. Let me be a bit more specific. I placed and order on Tus and was told that everything was in stock and would ship on Wed be hear on Thurs. Waited around and no shipment came so I called Bose and 10 min later I was told that the warehouse did not have the tone port. No call, No email, no commutation whatsoever so I wasted a day waiting for Bose. Paid extra for shipping. Well I have not even heard the system but at this rate I have no desire to refer others to Bose. Poor service usually means poor quality.

Stage Line Wooden Guitar Stand

Picked up this stand from Sam Ash for 19.00

New Mesa Engimeering LoneStar Amp

Brought the amp back to GS because there was a major buzzing when I hit the A string or played lower A’s on the guitar neck.  Was not the speakers and it looked like all the tubes were ok.  We no longer will be using Mesa amps there seems to be others that have this problem.

L1® Model II single bass package with ToneMatch® audio engine

The L1® Model II single bass package with ToneMatch® audio engine should be hear on Thurs or Fri.  Can’t wait to try out the Bose system and start playing out with Taz and the boys.

Just ordered the Gitano for my guitar

Snow in PA

Palm Studio Gets a Korg Trition Pro X 88 Keyboard

Palm Studio

Birth of a Rose

birth-of-rose
Check out the new tune.

Kathys Helper

kathys-helper

Just click Kathys-Helper and you will be brought to a screen where you can hear the DeVoe that was recorded today using the new Apogee Ensemble.  We used a Neumann M149 Tube Mic and the Martech MSS 10 Mic Pre.

Sonoma gives me a kisd

Back Yard Panoramic View Using iPhone and Panorama

Click the photo to see it biger its about 8 pics merged together on the iPhone using an app called Panorama.

Sonoma in the Devoe

on iPhone using Edge Pic Juxtoposer and iBubble to create this image. Photo was taken using iPhone Camera app.

The New Somoa

This was all done on the iPhone

Cd Cover Ideas

iPhone Late Night Pics

All photos taken and edited on the iPhone

Cant Sleep

Apogee Ensemble Replaced

Apogee replaced the Ensemble for us our first one had problems from day one it would distort when hooked up to an external fire wire at 800. Hoping this one will work better. Will let you know I’m planing on hooking it up tomarow.

2005 Counterpoint from Sonoma Mountain watch out Fay?

Wow what can I say this is by far the best 35.00 bottle of wine I have ever had. Has the cassis of Fay yet 1/3 the price. I am enjoying this bottle tonight. I only wish I had bought more.

Rated: 90
Deep ruby color. Spicy blackberry and cherry on the nose, with suave spice and floral qualities adding complexity. Clean, sharply focused red and dark berry flavors offer very good energy and silky texture, picking up a refreshingly bitter licorice quality with air. Leaves strong cassis and floral pastille flavors behind, along with zesty minerals. Quite elegantly styled.

New Clothes from Casual Male XL

It’s really nice to see that some one has figured out that just becase your 6’8″ does not mean you want to whare weried polyester clothes.  I have been a fan of Robert Grams custom shirts for a long time and own one.  Well to my pleasent suprize when Kathy and I were in the Casual Male we found these shirts made by Syngry who takes Roberts idea and make them into a Tall shirt I where a 2XLT.  I have found a few patterns that I really like and a jacket.  You can pick these shirts up at Casual Male or order online at www.casualmaleXL.com Hear are a few that I really liked.

sE Electronics GM 10 Mic on DeVoe

Bose L 1 Model II

Taz and I have been talking about playing out this year and we will start next month.  We have decided that for a 3 pice trio the Bose L1 Model II with the Tone Port will be awesome for live venues of 500 or less.  We are excited to start playing out together so be looking for updates and calendar dates soon.  Hope to order this next Wednesday.

The L1 Model II system delivers wide horizontal sound coverage and smooth tonal balance—across the stage and throughout the room. It includes the improved Cylindrical Radiator speaker with a stand that folds to be more portable, a B1 bass module, plus cables, power cord, and carrying bags for the various components.

Like the original award-winning L1 system, the L1 Model II is an all-in-one innovation that replaces conventional monitors, mixers and PA speakers. It’s packed with proprietary Bose technologies designed to improve your amplified sound.

The system’s breakthrough Cylindrical Radiator loudspeaker produces wide, uniform sound coverage—onstage and throughout an audience of up to several hundred—with little drop off in volume and tone.

The new L1 Model II system features Articulated Array speaker technology for even greater tonal balance. The loudspeaker’s 24 vertically mounted drivers are precisely angled to create clearer highs and more consistent tone in the room. Even people off to the sides enjoy well-balanced, detailed sound.

Deep bass from small enclosures 
L1 Model II systems come with one B1 bass module to ensure more accurate amplification of lower notes for most voices and instruments—including guitars, keyboards and various horns. A double bass package is recommended for bass guitars, kick drums and DJs.

The B1 bass module is considerably lighter and smaller than conventional bass bins required for the same performance. Power up to two bass modules on a single power stand. Add two more bass modules to the system with an optional PackLite extended bass package.

Lighter and more compact 
L1 Model II systems are Bose’s lightest, most compact live amplification systems—with four retractable legs on the power stand for easy setup and breakdown. The power stand also has a simplified control section; the single line-level input can be used with instruments, mics, mixers, laptops, MP3 players or DVD systems.

These lighter systems are built to handle the road. The loudspeaker has a rugged, reinforced grille, and each package includes padded carrying bags for major components.

Powerful option: ToneMatch© audio engine 
Add the optional T1 ToneMatch audio engine to quickly expand the system and fine tune your sound with powerful, proprietary tone-shaping tools.

The compact, multichannel engine provides fingertip control of the Bose library of ToneMatch presets. Just touch a button to make hundreds of precise refinements to the sound of instruments and microphones.

The engine also features a complete suite of studio-class reverbs, additional effects and dynamics processing. It connects to the L1 © Model II system via a single digital cable for quick, streamlined setup.

The Bose L1 Model II system includes these impressive features: 

Loudspeaker 
Cylindrical Radiator and Articulated Array technologies – The loudspeaker’s 24 drivers are arranged using Articulated Array technology in a slim, vertical enclosure—creating very wide horizontal coverage and consistent tonal balance. Musicians and audience members to the sides and throughout the venue hear fuller, more detailed sound with little dropoff in volume and tone.

Two-piece, interlocking design – For quick and easy transport, setup and breakdown of Cylindrical Radiator loudspeaker. Each section of loudspeaker is 43 1/2″ (1.1 m) high. Unique, proprietary design includes interlocking bayonet and center and bottom latches.

Power Stand 
Integrated power amplifiers – Provide clean, precise amplification for L1 Model II system with up to two B1 bass modules. Musicians can play soft or loud, with confidence the system will accurately amplify their performance.

Analog input, trim control and signal/clip LED – Line-level analog input accepts 1/4″ TRS phone cable. Can be used for instruments or other audio sources like DJ mixers, MP3 players, computers or DVD systems. Trim control lets you adjust the level of analog input signal. Signal/clip LED indicates status of analog input signal.

Bass module out – Delivers amplified bass output signal to one or two B1 bass modules. L1 system automatically adjusts equalization appropriately when bass modules are connected. ToneMatch port – Digital audio and power connection for ToneMatch© audio engine. Use with included ToneMatch cable.

Bass line out – Post-DSP bass signal output. Accepts 1/4″ TRS phone cable. Use to connect the optional PackLite amplifier with up to two additional bass modules. Can also be used to connect powered subwoofer or additional amplification system.

Retractable legs – Provide stability for streamlined L1 Model II power stand and loudspeaker. Four retractable legs fold out of power stand simultaneously for quick setup and compact transport. Small footprint also frees up room on tight stages.

Bass Module 
Compact, lightweight enclosure – Easy to transport, setup and breakdown. Small footprint takes up considerably less space than traditional bass cabs required for same performance. Fits between legs of power stand. Interlocking feet on the modules make it easy to securely stack up to four modules together on their sides.

Highly efficient speaker design – Two 5 1/4″ (13.3 cm), high-output, high-excursion drivers produce deep strong bass from an elegant small enclosure. When connected to power stand, active equalization circuitry automatically adjusts bass signal appropriately. Rugged, twist-lock connector on bass module lets you link two modules together.

Bose L1 © Model II System Specifications:

• Mechanical
• L1 Model II Cylindrical Radiator loudspeaker top:
• Dimensions: 43-1/2”H x 3-1/2”W x 4”D (1.1 m x 9.0 cm x 10.5 cm)
• Weight: 16.3 lbs (7.4 kg)
• L1 Model II Cylindrical Radiator loudspeaker bottom:
• Dimensions: 43-1/2”H x 3-1/2”W x 4”D (1.1 m x 9.0 cm x 10.5 cm)
• Weight: 17.4 lbs (7.9 kg)
• L1 Model II power stand:
• Dimensions: 5”H x 10”W x 27”D (12.8 cm x 26.2 cm x 69.2 cm)
• Weight: 23.7 lbs (10.7 kg)
• B1 Bass module:
• Dimensions: 15”H x 10-1/4”W x 17-3/4”D (38.0 cm x 26.0 cm x 45.0 cm)
• Weight: 25.1 lbs (11.4 kg)Electrical
• AC power rating: 100-120V 50/60Hz 500W (USA/Canada)Power stand inputs/outputs:
• 1/4″ analog input
• ToneMatch port for T1 ToneMatch audio engine
• Neutrik NL4 bass module out
• 1/4″ bass line output

sE Electronics GM 10

The sE Electronics GM 10 came today and I just tested it with the DeVoe and it sounds great. It really was brand new in the box unopened. I picked it up for 130.00 on eBay. I’ve been looking at these for about a year and a hafe. They go new for 450.00-500.00. Very happy with the mic and will use it with the Bose system.

 

 

 

The GM10 incorporates the world’s smallest gold sputtered mylar capsule at 17.1mm, along with a proprietary shock mount assembly built into the capsule head. A universal clamping system enables the user to fix the mic in place (on any flat backed acoustic guitar) so the condenser capsule is perfectly placed top record take after take from exactly the same position.

The clamping mechanism and shock mount ensure that there is zero mechanical noise transferred through the guitar body. This allows the user to capture a perfect recording every time, while still being able to move around freely, which encourages the performer to give their best on a take.

The Guitar Mic really does transform recorded performances of acoustic guitar, and the way you work in the studio.

Premier Guitar “We nicknamed this mic “the voice of God.” Omnipresent is not an overstatement. It’s a huge sound, bold, rich and deep with fantastic representation of detail and a shimmering yet substantial high end. It gets mounted to the guitar with a clever arm and shock mount, which incorporates the XLR connector. It takes a little time to get it on at first, and then it takes some getting used to as it restricts movement just a bit. But this mic is always in the sweet spot when you’re on stage or recording, and it sounds phenomenal either way. 

Audio Media “The sound of this small fixed cardiod mic is fantastic, in comparison with a conventional large diaphragm mic; it was quickly noticeable how well it captured the high frequencies and its off-axis response really gives a very natural sound with plenty of harmonics from the guitar. I really have to take my hat off to SE Electronics for the approach it seems to have with its hand-built mics. The GM10’s ergonomic design and clever thinking will certainly will make life much easier for recording high quality acoustic guitars with a minimum of fuss.

Four Commonplace Truths: Principles of Engagement

Four Commonplace Truths: Principles of Engagement

1. No situation is impossible to change.
2. A communal vision, outstanding strategy, and sustained effort can bring forth positive changes.
3. Everyone can help make a difference.
4. No one is free of responsibility.
– Kazuaki Tanahashi (and Wikipedia)

Found this on Ottmar Lieberts web page and thought right on.

Tim & Vic on the Green Screen

Tim B and myself did some filming for the Mark 12.30 Project. This was done on the green screen. Taz did the editing.

Where I had my first Big Mac

This is the McDonalds that my Grandparents took me in Stratford CT first pic was in 1976, and second was today 2008

Short. Beach CT

Kathy Telling some Stories

Mystic Pizza

Mystic Pizza 56 West Main St. Mystic Connecticut