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Post by bear on Dec 21, 2020 12:40:54 GMT -7
After some initial problems with latency and CPU settings I am up and running in Ableton. I just learned that my Microbrute is a MIDI controller via USB so I'm already jamming my way through the tutorial without having to buy more gear. I was eyeballing the Novation Launchpad Mini...
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Post by higs on Dec 21, 2020 14:41:54 GMT -7
I haven't turned my pc on in a long, long time and it's been offline for years at this point. I'd love to be able to get something like that going, but I'd be a little nervous about putting it online due to the outdated firewall and anti virus.
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Post by higs on Dec 21, 2020 14:49:14 GMT -7
The Olympia fuzz finally got delivered today. I'm going to try it out later along with the Levitation that arrived Saturday. I think the Levitation is going to be the "one" reverb I've been searching for.
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Post by higs on Dec 21, 2020 15:11:03 GMT -7
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Post by flyinghellphish on Dec 21, 2020 15:54:43 GMT -7
this young kid I know he plays guitar, his mom has no money the covids you know the story. I went bought the kid an amp and other assorted stuff, ill be god damned if another guitar player isn't going to have something under the tree fucking fuck that!!! I told her ive been lucky to keep working and it meant a lot to me that hes 15 and loves to play guitar. and it meant a lot to me to help a family in need.
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Post by bear on Dec 21, 2020 16:06:11 GMT -7
Yes!!!!! I hope he riffs the fuck out!
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Post by flyinghellphish on Dec 21, 2020 16:15:39 GMT -7
me too. really opened my eyes how bad people are hurting. its hard to tell in this bubble im in.
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Post by higs on Dec 21, 2020 16:27:09 GMT -7
Dude, that is awesome. Good work!
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Post by EllisD on Dec 21, 2020 16:40:10 GMT -7
My interface also came with a the Protools intro version as well so I'm going to try that next. Ableton seems to be more for beats and midi workflow and I am under the impression Protools has a setup that is a bit easier to use with instruments. Perhaps EllisD has some experience? Ableton can do it all as far as DAWs go, but it really focuses on loops and MIDI. I've never used pro tools, I was a long time logic user then they went mac only so I switched to FLstudio. I've only been using ableton lite for 2 years since I got my new computer. !!Automation is the most powerful tool to learn in any DAW. I use Ableton as the "heartbeat" for my setup. I only use it for MIDI sequencing and a master clock to keep everything in time. I really try and do everything out of the box. I don't mix or record anything in ableton. All I use is a mackie 1202 and a zoom h1n when I record stuff. When I used to care about finishing songs I would put a little EQ and some limiting on it in the computer. All that being said I know a lot about what i use ableton for. Dont know much about recording into ableton. |
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Post by bear on Dec 21, 2020 17:57:02 GMT -7
   Gotta have a nice mic circuit to record with... This is an upgrade kit from mic-parts.com for an MXL 990 mic |
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Post by bear on Dec 21, 2020 17:59:59 GMT -7
It's like a puzzle and then you solder it when you're finished
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Post by higs on Dec 21, 2020 18:06:45 GMT -7
I've already googled and researched, but is there anything I should be aware of about cleaning pots? The Pigtronix Philosopher's Twin I have is super scratchy. Every knob makes a lot of noise when turned.
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Post by bear on Dec 21, 2020 18:33:06 GMT -7
Nah spray the shit out of it with an electronics cleaner like crc or similar and then twist the knobs a spell to get the gunk out. Do it in the back of the pot so you make sure you get inside of it on the wiper contacts instead of just the outside
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Post by bear on Dec 22, 2020 19:49:15 GMT -7
welp ive officially gone digital and the manual is 750 pages and theres a million knob positions so i reckon ill be busy for the next year or so
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Post by bear on Dec 23, 2020 20:08:57 GMT -7
mike upgrade is complete. it sounds awesome. i forgot to take pics cause i was in the zone. i soldered the circuit board last night and today i installed the new capsule diaphragm today and put it back together. voila works like a charm.   i have another cheap MXL mic that i think i might do next. |
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Post by bear on Dec 23, 2020 20:21:33 GMT -7
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Post by higs on Dec 25, 2020 1:55:30 GMT -7
I gave it a good go tonight. So many knobs. So many options. The Pharohs stacked sound like the pumpkins. Muff city. The Olympia is an awesome fuzz. The straight dirty channel on the amp is sweet. Kind of eliminates the need for the overdrives. I'm still experimenting. I need more variety in the effects loop.  |
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Post by bear on Dec 26, 2020 9:54:53 GMT -7
 New battle station. I am really digging Abelton Live Lite. I spent yesterday looking for bass plugins because they are lacking. I'm hoping to finish at least 1 song this week. |
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Post by bear on Dec 26, 2020 9:58:56 GMT -7
turn on some music and not the tv
fuck that pile of mail waiting for me
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Post by bear on Dec 26, 2020 13:21:50 GMT -7
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