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Kirky
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Can I suggest deferring any discussion about whether X player studied theory or not, and focus on providing information and experience of theory courses and exams. I completed grade 8 ABRSM theory many years ago and found it a wholly enlightening experience, and my playing of any instrument (both in terms of skill and enjoyment) have increased as a result. The ABRSM workbooks and sample papers are cheap and excellent. My 9 year old recently did the grade 1 exam, scoring 98%! It has reactivated his interest in the piano. I'd say do it, and I thoroughly recommend the Associated Board. Get a teacher if you need one, but read the books and do the sample papers yourself first. And feel free to PM me with any questions. Martin.
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You can also do grade exams in theory - very worthwhile in my opinion.
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I contacted Medicine for the Meek but apparently I'm too old. At 45. For an [i]Americana band[/i]! Bastards.
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[quote name='benwhiteuk' post='282837' date='Sep 12 2008, 06:47 PM']hows this fella getting on?[/quote] I've had no acknowledgement from GuyL since I posted it to him on 17th July. Martin
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Thanks for the advice, keep em coming. That audiokits one looks great, but probably beyond my ability. I've been thinking about the CS3 mod - wasn't aware it actually reduced noise...sounds like it might be worth a go.
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[quote name='umph' post='267682' date='Aug 22 2008, 10:30 AM'][url="http://www.geofex.com/FX_images/orgsqz.gif"]http://www.geofex.com/FX_images/orgsqz.gif[/url] [url="http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa211/bajaman002/BAJALA2ASTYLEOPTICALLIMITER.png"]http://i197.photobucket.com/albums/aa211/b...ICALLIMITER.png[/url] i recomend having a go at building either of those![/quote] Are they available as kits? I'd struggle to build something from a schematic only - I need simple instructions and all the parts. Cheers.
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I'd like to build compressor from a kit. Nothing too complex. Any recommendations? I currrently use a Boss one and find it too noisy. The BYOC 5 knob kit looks nice: [url="http://www.buildyourownclone.com/5knobcompressor.html"]http://www.buildyourownclone.com/5knobcompressor.html[/url] Cheers, Martin.
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My favourite use of the stylophone is on "All my hollowness to you!" by the Tall Dwarfs. Positively orchestral!
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Thats great, thanks.
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Well, the short answer is no, I'm not sure. They are over 30 years old (never been replaced as far as I know). An experienced tech had a look last year and recommended changing the preamp ones as they had gone 'microphonic'. At the time he thought the power ones were ok. The amp has started making a grunting noise when warming up, and being generally unreliable lately (losing volume, cutting out). My plan was to buy some tubes (whatever I need) and get this guy to do the work. I might take it back to him for some advice before I do anything. Cheers.
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Thanks. Appreciate the sage advice. Martin.
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[quote name='tayste_2000' post='252689' date='Aug 1 2008, 01:07 PM']Well I've got some EHX 6l6's lying around that were taken out of my Mesa 400+ when a single tube blew which meant because it was a matched 12 set I had to replace the lot. and I have a replacement for your 12AX7 so that wouldn't be a problem I'll look at getting them all checked later today or something. The 6L6's if you want 2 which will be matched because the set of 12 was matched I'#ll do for a a few quid less than what they are new from the cheapest online dealer.[/quote] Thanks mate. As I say I don't know much about this - which ones of mine will your EHX 6l6s replace? And am I right in thinking that matching is only an issue with power tubes? Cheers.
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Hi. I need to source some replacement power and preamp tubes for my 1970's Vibrolux Reverb guitar amp. I don't know much about this but the schematic I have says there are 3 x 7025s, 2 x 12AT7s, 2 x 6L6GCs and 1x 12AX7. Will any of yours be suitable replacements for these? Many thanks, Martin
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Had a go on this last night and its a beaut. Have a bump, mate. -
Does anyone know if you can you sync a Headrush (or any other looper) with a sequencer using midi? I use a Roland MC500. Cheers, Martin
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Posted to Guyl this morning. Its an excellent book - I can play Teen Town now! Not at performance speed, of course. Thanks for this Ben. Martin.
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One from The Heart - Tom Waits and Crystal Gale. The Cotton Club. Both Copolla films. Kirky.
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Count me in, let me know where to send the crisp fiver. And I'm a Kiwi originally, but put me down for Yorkshire. Martin.
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I have a 1970s Tonebender and yours sounds very close. I think mine lets a bit more bass tone through but the fuzz element is really close, to my ears. Here's mine:
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Thats great. Both my daughters are playing music, and the eldest (14) has formed a band. She's playing my musicmaster bass. She'll be better than me before long.
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Faultless service and quality products. Thanks Dave.
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[quote name='dlloyd' post='226584' date='Jun 25 2008, 11:42 AM']I got one of these for £60 [url="http://www.lexiconpro.com/ProductIndex.aspx?ProductID=7"]http://www.lexiconpro.com/ProductIndex.aspx?ProductID=7[/url] Comes with Cubase LE and turns your computer into a 24 track recorder.[/quote] This looks excellent value for money. How is the latency for monitoring?
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Andy (BBN) is a great guy to do business with, a true gent. I've bought his G-K combo and I couldnt be happier with it. You can buy from Andy with absolute confidence. Thanks, Martin
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This arrived with me today - thanks Mr Sibs (and Ben). guyl next (in a few weeks) - pm your address when you have a moment.
