the boy

Any comments...... http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/141370366945

[quote name='BetaFunk' timestamp='1408002737' post='2526092'] If anyone thinks it's difficult to be in a a band nowadays just spare a thought for anyone who wanted to do that in the early 60s. There wasn't the amount of used equipment around so new was usually the only option and the prices were astronomical compared to today. If you were under 21 you would have to persuade your parents to sign the hire purchase forms which for most was the only way to purchase such an expensive guitar or bass. Often amps were home built affairs because all the money had gone on the instruments. There were plenty of groups around though so despite all the obstacles it didn't put them off. Happy days. [/quote] That's right and they had to walk twenty miles to school with no shoes and all they had was sugar sandwiches if they were lucky. And the headmaster would beat ya if ya was late and ooooh it would smart, but they were happy and you'd never hear em complainin.....(they decided to wait until they retired and then they started complainin). I didn't know Abe Simpson posted here under the name Betafunk.

[quote name='flyfisher' timestamp='1407932028' post='2525430'] Not so easy though is it, now that 'elf 'n' safety won't let you send them up chimneys and the evil milk snatcher closed down all the mines, plus you can't drag the little urchins away from their Xboxes. [/quote] Lol....

Seriously though.... The gear will come in time and when you get it you will probably miss the "bad" old days. The new gear will feel soulless and plasticky and you will yearn the pain and sacrifice associated the old gear. Think of an amp you really wanted 5 years ago (obviously not top top end but you know what I mean) now look it up on eBay and you will be surprised how cheap it is second hand. Good luck mate you seem to have your head screwed on, I'm sure you will be fine.

It sucks not being able to afford the gear you want or need. However there is no advice to be given here. You seem to have it Sussed. You are torn between buying the gear and your commitments to your family. There is no choice then as far as I am concerned. You will simply have to send your children out to work. If they love you they will understand.

[quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1407519773' post='2521483'] Here we go, then, to get the ball (or the head..? [size=4] ) rolling...[/size] [url="http://soundcloud.com/dad3353/the-climax"]The Climax ...[/url] [size=4]Enjoy...[/size] [/quote] Very good. I hit the like button but I'm not sure it was the appropriate sentiment. Respect or enjoy would've been more in line. Very morose but on the ball.

Ordered and waiting.

[quote name='Dingus' timestamp='1407364232' post='2519916'] But have you used him ? Is there something you want to tell us? [/quote] No.... Sorry it's not the guy I've had indirect dealings with (this guy in the same area used to source necks for me at one time). Anyway, beyond this point I have no more to contribute.

[quote name='timmo' timestamp='1407421822' post='2520342'] I hate U2 [/quote] No you don't, you're better than that.

Is it for sale?

[quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1407365613' post='2519932'] I'm glad it catches your fancy; looking forward to hearing what comes out. Demons..? Nah, it's me that needs the exercise..! ... [size=4]Oh, I see..! Oops... [/size] [/quote] You are a funny fooker...... I've got an idea but it sounds a bit pretentious. A bit like lilac wine without the talent I will persist though, the picture has stirred me somewhat.

Thanks Ben.... I'll give them a try.

Your thoughts please. Any users out there.

I think i know this guy. Or at least know of him. He does guitar lessons and minor repairs etc.... Never heard anything bad to be honest. I have heard some good things about his lessons etc... I'll double check it's the same guy. I'll be back.

Salomé is a story I'm very familiar with. I look forward to this months challenge. Thank you Dad. I will probably produce some self absorbed crap but I will enjoy doing so and possibly exorcise some demons in the process.

Congrats to Dad..... You are on fire at the moment. Come on then where's the photo. It's already been 17 minutes.

[quote name='Skol303' timestamp='1407268877' post='2519073'] You've seen the photos, haven't you!? [/quote] I can imagine.

Two fat ladies.

Ooooohhh it's close now. I like these ones.

[quote name='untune' timestamp='1406892389' post='2515639'] Could it be something to do with that direct monitor switch on the front, doubling something up and making it sound odd? [/quote] Maybe.

[quote name='BigRedX' timestamp='1406892717' post='2515645'] How much is it out of tune by? That could give a clue to what the problem is. [/quote] A fraction.... It almost sounds ok but you know it's not.

[quote name='crez5150' timestamp='1406876912' post='2515449'] Is this while you are monitoring the recording process or on playback? [/quote] On playback. It seems okin the headphones when I'm monitoring.

[quote name='untune' timestamp='1406851560' post='2515406'] I wonder if it could be a sample rate mismatch somewhere? Ie if your interface driver/settings are set to be using one sample rate and the project is using another, it could transpose and play back at the wrong pitch. I think I've had it before but I'm not 100% sure. When you say it's fine when you mic it, you mean as opposed straight into the interface? [/quote] Exactly... I use an apogee USB mic and that sounds ace.

[quote name='daz' timestamp='1406850928' post='2515402'] Suzi Quatro, anyone ? [/quote] sh*t dude you beat me to it. +1 for Suzi.

Kim Deal..... Suzie Quattro was pretty awesome and pioneering to boot.... Mucho respecto Quattro.