SteveK

[quote name='Dr.Dave' timestamp='1353155733' post='1872157'] We've had this before - and in fact it's the same as the mustang sally debate.There's room for everyone and everything in entertainment. We all have choices whether or not we want to get involved in some of the methods of doing that. It's all so very , very simple. If you don't like playing to backing tapes - don't. If you don't want to watch someone else playing to backing tapes - leave. [b]Just don't be an arse and gob off about it being less valid than whatever it is you choose to do yourself.[/b] [/quote] [arse and gob off mode] IMO As entertainment, a chap with a guitar playing to whole bunch of stuff on tape is as valid as any other entertainment. As music, a chap with a guitar playing to a whole bunch of stuff on tape has questionable validity. Of course, if said chap with guitar is outstanding, then it has more validity. Basically, the more an act is reliant on tape, the less validity it has as music. While this may sound a little snobby - I do think it's our duty as musicians to be at least a little snobbish. [/arse and gob off mode]

[quote name='Clarky' timestamp='1353070938' post='1871222'] From the same tour. F8ck me, I've come over all emotional [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HiU79oS88cs[/media] [/quote] Simply sublime!

Yep, deffo tuner first. A tuner will have problems having to deal with octavers, delays, choruses etc. There is a kind of rule of thumb when it comes to order of pedals, but as with most rules, they are there to be broken..Whatever order you choose though, I would probably stick with having any delay or reverb placed last. EDIT: Just noticed that you asked for recommendations. I use a Boss GT 10B unit, which allows for total editing of effects, even their order . I can thoroughly recommend it.

[quote name='BILL POSTERS' timestamp='1352750596' post='1867033']. Somebody once told me that Dave Edmunds always used to listen to the mix through a little eliptical 4X7" speaker, to make sure it was going to sound OK played on a cheap record player, or AM radio. [/quote]It was/is common practice to listen to a mix on a small, cheap system. In many studios, Auratones with their 5" drivers were considered ideal for this purpose. And many a producer would do a mix to cassette and have a listen in their car on the way to and from the studio.

I'm afraid I don't miss the frequent returns to the record store to get a copy of an album that didn't have clicks, crackles and pops throughout. I think that your points were probably true in the early days of CDs, but DA converters are much improved these days. I've spent many hours, days, weeks listening and converting my old vinyls to mp3 (to play on the go) to know that the loft is probably the best place for them.

[quote name='Doddy' timestamp='1352657620' post='1865736'] As a bass player,I've never though of McCartney as being either a 'genius' or a 'virtuoso'. [/quote]Maybe not... But his ability to create and execute the most perfect bass lines certainly places him (rightly) as one of the great bass players. He was, and still is a hugely influential bass player. I'm sure that (in his day) had he let it be known that he was available, even for anonymous sessions, he would have been in great demand.

So, are we discussing crap quality videos, or crap quality bands?

I don't think the quality of the clip makes a lot of difference. Most people know bad quality when they hear/see it, and make allowances. The quality of the band is far more likely to make a difference and will shine through (good or bad) regardless of the clip quality... within reason of course!

[quote name='paul torch' timestamp='1352307763' post='1861426'] thing is, the bit that touches the saddle still looks a bit dodgy. [/quote]Yes, and it's that 'bit' that will impede the string, possibly affecting sustain and tone.

[quote name='paul torch' timestamp='1352288343' post='1861049'] I'm a little nervous, I've been happy in the past to undertake such work myself but this is a better quality instrument than I'm used to modding. Is there someone you would recommend in the London area to do the job. [/quote] I've used Chandlers at Kew a few times over the years: refret to respray, without any problems.

Just came across this old clip that we did for German telly in 1999. One of the few clips of us on the web not recorded with a Smart Phone [media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2GMwn65M_E[/media]

[quote name='paul torch' timestamp='1352287701' post='1861039'] when I say new, I mean new to me. [/quote] OK, in that case, if you're a reasonably competent DIYer, then a replacement might be in order. Making sure that the strings are anchored further back.

Don't think you've knackered the string, but I think you could be knackering the tone/sustain of the string - albeit marginally. EDIT: If it's new, I would think a call to the supplier might be in order.

Strings don't look to have an excess of binding. Looks to me (assuming that you have no problem with intonation) that the bridge unit is badly positioned.

[quote name='Lfalex v1.1' timestamp='1351706075' post='1854451'] Aw, c'mon! The compact cassette was widely available by the early/mid 70's. Just rip a few LPs and burn them to a compilation tape. write down the tape counter start points, and BINGO! you can play/replay tracks without the hassle of the stylus rigmarole! [/quote]Bloody youngsters, think they know it all!!

[quote name='neepheid' timestamp='1351683804' post='1854070'] Oh well, here's to carrying on the tradition into the new age then [/quote] Absolutely! Of course, with the likes of Audacity you don't have to learn the song at twice the speed.

In the olden days (before dinosaurs), increasing the speed from 45 to 78 rpm or 33 to 45rpm was the established way of picking out an otherwise inaudible bass line.

Many reasons a guitarist might use a capo: A capo on a guitar allows strings to be played open that would otherwise be impossible/near impossible. Using a capo will alter the timbre of the instrument, usually making the chords sound 'sweeter' a la Here Comes the Sun. The opposite effect of [i]detuning[/i] a guitar to make it sound ugglier. Two guitarists, one with capo and one without, will often sound bigger (Staus Quo?) than 2 non capo guitars. To accommodate a singer, with the added bonus of (as above) 'sweeter' sounding chords, a la James Taylor, Ralph McTell etc.

[quote name='redstriper' timestamp='1350130024' post='1834897'] Chill dude, I'm trying to see your side and I'm not simply trying to win an internet argument here. It's an interesting subject that affects all performing musicians. [/quote] It's really not! But your diplomatic skills are duly noted.

A couple of years back, a blind, one-legged lady, wearing a blue duffel coat and odd socks tripped over my dog... I was most upset, as was Fido. I really don't think that blind, one legged ladies wearing blue duffel coats and odd socks tripping over dogs should be tolerated... I feel I should speak out against this kind of thing. What do you folks think? Only kidding

[old man mode/on] Never, in all my 40+ years of gigging, has musicians/bands playing for free ever been an issue, for me or any other musician... it was never a topic of conversation. In fact, in the 70s, it was the accepted norm for a new band, trying to make a name, to play and lose money. Okay, we would be paid a nominal fee, but the cost of doing the gig etc... I did it for a few years (supportive parents). It was [b]the[/b] way of learning your craft - grotty pubs and clubs, all environments. It was called 'payin' yer dues'. It has held me in good stead... I wouldn't have had it any other way. [old man mode/off] [quote name='swanbrook' timestamp='1350072960' post='1834382'] And now the insults start again, enjoy your free gigs guys [/quote] Insults? Haven't read the whole thread, but this last page, as far as I can see, is 'insult' free. BTW haven't done a free gig (that wasn't for charity) since the 70s.

[quote name='swanbrook' timestamp='1350062409' post='1834248'] As I have said over and over, you playing for free might prob won't affect me however it might other bands that play the same venues you do. I picked music and I have been doing it for over 20 years,[b] what if I did design for the love of it and went to your place of work and did it for free .[/b] Do you really not see the point here after 13 pages ? The way I see it is, we all start somewhere and if your playing for free in a venue that's would normally pay bands then [b]that is the same as me going into your office and working for free.[/b] If your playing for free in a venue that only has smaller bands or might only afford a band on sat night but would love some music Friday and gives you a few free beers, food or a jolly good reach around then that's not hurting anybody. [/quote]If you were any good and clients liked your work, I bet you wouldn't do it for free for long Your analogy would work better if bands that play for free were playing to packed houses night after night... Not very likely... unless they're on some weird tax avoidance scheme.

Just skimmed through this thread. Seems to me those pissed off with musicians playing for free have probably got a lot to learn about either: their craft, their instrument, performing or generally entertaining the paying public. I think of it as survival of the fittest, natural selection. There are those that seem unable to get paying gigs, and there are those that appear to get reasonably well paid gigs. What do you suppose is the most likely difference between these bands? If you can't get paid gigs, take a good hard look at yourself... be super critical! Put in the hours... UP YOUR GAME! It's quite simple: Generally speaking, If you're good, and people want to come and see you, you'll get the paid gigs. If you're boring, doing the same ol' tosh (badly), then you won't! As I said in another thread, you may need to start by doing a few gigs for nothing, or next to nothing, but eventually you'll build a following... if you're good enough! Of course the above doesn't apply to those solely in it for fun... And why shouldn't you be(?)

[quote name='spinynorman' timestamp='1349956583' post='1832648'] Last time this happened (Pink Floyd, Genesis, Yes) they invented punk to put a stop to it. [/quote]Yeah, and what a disaster that was! Muse? I feel that I [b]should[/b] like them, but they just don't press any buttons.

[quote name='Doddy' timestamp='1349888539' post='1831872'] I've never liked this attitude. Once you hit the stage you should be performing,not rehearsing.If you are treating a gig as a rehearsal (I often hear the phrase 'paid rehearsal') then you shouldn't be on the gig,because you have completely the wrong attitude towards the gig. Since when should new bands play for little or nothing just to get out there? I've never done this,ever. Like I said in the 'playing for free' thread,I once booked my old bands first gigs and got over a grand for 2 nights (plus accommodation). [/quote]Come now Doddy, it's just semantics. Maybe the term "warm up gig" would be more acceptable. Almost every band in the world worth their salt does them. Most likely a set, or an aspect of the set, will be changed after a "warm up gig". I'm sure the OP's band will do their utmost to put on a show and perform to the best of their ability.