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#32
Never was much into tape though did have an Akai top-line 35 lbs recording studio deck (3 head, dual cap closed loop and liked it better than the Nak Dragon for usability and YES it had better sound quality than the Nak too imho). Yes, also recall using the Ampex in the recording studio back in the days when to edit you'd cut and splice the magnetic tape and to do certain effects you'd loop a piece of magnetic tape... Also VERY MUCH remember being 'scared' as a drummer when the music store invited us studio guys to introduce the new MIDI technology and, yes, the Linn drum machine and other devices that worked off the Atari or Mac to store/playback your MIDI commands.
Now it is all Pro Tools and pitch correction and throw in even more effects that'll even make talentless good-looking 'singers' into top-notch performers (provided they can shake their assets and look good while doing it). Oh, and remember to wrap up the performer's story in some human interest sob story or 'shock value' wrapper for better schtick and with the aim of increasing the artist's sales. Who needs talent when you look good and can dance while lip-sync'ing (or play the role of GANGstar or whatever is in vogue)?
Last edited by stevenrmusic; 10-02-2012 at 06:14 AM.
#33
Almost got dad a pair of Altec VotT speakers way back in the early 80's. Grew up using Garrard table (also a Dual), Tannoy 1969 12" dual-concentric Gold monitors and various tube amplification. Dad was indeed into Leica, audio, and even built his own airplanes from plans and balsa wood (he let us kids 'help' him make them so we learned). He is also incredible with math and science. Dad taught me to solder at age 5...
Never was much into tape though did have an Akai top-line 35 lbs recording studio deck (3 head, dual cap closed loop and liked it better than the Nak Dragon for usability and YES it had better sound quality than the Nak too imho). Yes, also recall using the Ampex in the recording studio back in the days when to edit you'd cut and splice the magnetic tape and to do certain effects you'd loop a piece of magnetic tape... Also VERY MUCH remember being 'scared' as a drummer when the music store invited us studio guys to introduce the new MIDI technology and, yes, the Linn drum machine and other devices that worked off the Atari or Mac to store/playback your MIDI commands.
Now it is all Pro Tools and pitch correction and throw in even more effects that'll even make talentless good-looking 'singers' into top-notch performers (provided they can shake their assets and look good while doing it). Oh, and remember to wrap up the performer's story in some human interest sob story or 'shock value' wrapper for better schtick and with the aim of increasing the artist's sales. Who needs talent when you look good and can dance while lip-sync'ing (or play the role of GANGstar or whatever is in vogue)?
Never was much into tape though did have an Akai top-line 35 lbs recording studio deck (3 head, dual cap closed loop and liked it better than the Nak Dragon for usability and YES it had better sound quality than the Nak too imho). Yes, also recall using the Ampex in the recording studio back in the days when to edit you'd cut and splice the magnetic tape and to do certain effects you'd loop a piece of magnetic tape... Also VERY MUCH remember being 'scared' as a drummer when the music store invited us studio guys to introduce the new MIDI technology and, yes, the Linn drum machine and other devices that worked off the Atari or Mac to store/playback your MIDI commands.
Now it is all Pro Tools and pitch correction and throw in even more effects that'll even make talentless good-looking 'singers' into top-notch performers (provided they can shake their assets and look good while doing it). Oh, and remember to wrap up the performer's story in some human interest sob story or 'shock value' wrapper for better schtick and with the aim of increasing the artist's sales. Who needs talent when you look good and can dance while lip-sync'ing (or play the role of GANGstar or whatever is in vogue)?
#34
OMG, colour me shocked. SHOCKED i tell you
Have avoided 'normal' TV for many years yet my gal likes shows on mainstream media and so we watched 'The Voice' yesterday. Nice to see some actual talent occasionally and hopefully their talent is able to reach a wider audience. Am sure it will provided the revenue from each artists is still viable. The whole circus of 'human interest' and commercial packaging bored me to death tho. Still, can easily see how the show is a great way to entertain the audience while nurturing future interest and of course bringing a very nice revenue stream to the producers.
Have avoided 'normal' TV for many years yet my gal likes shows on mainstream media and so we watched 'The Voice' yesterday. Nice to see some actual talent occasionally and hopefully their talent is able to reach a wider audience. Am sure it will provided the revenue from each artists is still viable. The whole circus of 'human interest' and commercial packaging bored me to death tho. Still, can easily see how the show is a great way to entertain the audience while nurturing future interest and of course bringing a very nice revenue stream to the producers.
#35
Yeah, there has been a lot great acts evolving here in the states. And yes, it's all about marketing and packaging the product as a producer. And then it's who you KNOW. It's a gamble. You can lose a lot of money, even if you thought that your investments will make the top 40.
#36
Yup. It's who you know or who you know knows. You know?
One of my funniest moments is when this whole 'circus' really hit me was at the 43rd Grammys (2001) and was hanging out on the red carpet for about 2 hours. Am a casual guy, non-offensive in the tux and gave a few cigars to grease things...
Anyway, so there i am hanging out, having great discussions with various musical artists about things they love NON-music/business. Eventually someone wearing a Bluetooth device glued to their ear came to me and said such-and-so (a female artists) really likes you and would like to see you after the event. So this Bluetooth lady handed me her card and said, and i swear it was sooo funny, she said to me "Have your people contact me so we can arrange things." Ummm, "my people"? ROFL!!! i AM "my people". Still makes me LOL to this day.
Just went to my database and pulled a few pics i took (seen below). WOW, look how young Christina is!!!
One of my funniest moments is when this whole 'circus' really hit me was at the 43rd Grammys (2001) and was hanging out on the red carpet for about 2 hours. Am a casual guy, non-offensive in the tux and gave a few cigars to grease things...
Anyway, so there i am hanging out, having great discussions with various musical artists about things they love NON-music/business. Eventually someone wearing a Bluetooth device glued to their ear came to me and said such-and-so (a female artists) really likes you and would like to see you after the event. So this Bluetooth lady handed me her card and said, and i swear it was sooo funny, she said to me "Have your people contact me so we can arrange things." Ummm, "my people"? ROFL!!! i AM "my people". Still makes me LOL to this day.
Just went to my database and pulled a few pics i took (seen below). WOW, look how young Christina is!!!
Last edited by stevenrmusic; 10-02-2012 at 02:51 PM.
#37
My god, Christina really looked young The LA crowd, music and movies alike, are a unique breed. It's like living your wildest dreams with that much income being made and lost. And the cars up in LA are amazing. A lot of super cars and exotics just driving around Sunset, Melrose, Santa Monica Blvd like its a norm. OC has some nice rides also. With Newport Beach, Corona Del Mar, and Laguna Beach being more on the conservative side when it comes to exotics and modifications. There are a handful of guys and gals with one-off exotic rides in La. Some of those darn things are really sweet. Oh, unless you have one or two personal assistants in tow, people will look at you like you have not climbed that ladder of success yet. All image out here Steven.
Last edited by Wedgeduck; 10-02-2012 at 04:08 PM.
#38
(Sigh)
This is why living in my current location is so enjoyable (for me). Of course, from time to time, it is fun to hop on the plane and visit various places. Was in Newport this May and we had a great time. At first my girlfriend loved it (her first time visiting Newport. She's literally a farmer's daughter always lived in same small town NEngland), then like anything 'plastic' the reality of the scene started setting in for her.
This whole thing is all new to her. It was almost just like she saw on TV for all those years. Was enjoyable to see how she reacted to it all with awe and amazement. Like watching a child look on with awe and curiosity and smiling. At first it was a truly amazing time for her, yet over time once the veil was pulled back... Almost reminds me of the old Lending Tree commercial... sort of. Hope it makes sense to you too.
This is why living in my current location is so enjoyable (for me). Of course, from time to time, it is fun to hop on the plane and visit various places. Was in Newport this May and we had a great time. At first my girlfriend loved it (her first time visiting Newport. She's literally a farmer's daughter always lived in same small town NEngland), then like anything 'plastic' the reality of the scene started setting in for her.
This whole thing is all new to her. It was almost just like she saw on TV for all those years. Was enjoyable to see how she reacted to it all with awe and amazement. Like watching a child look on with awe and curiosity and smiling. At first it was a truly amazing time for her, yet over time once the veil was pulled back... Almost reminds me of the old Lending Tree commercial... sort of. Hope it makes sense to you too.
Last edited by stevenrmusic; 10-03-2012 at 06:00 AM.
#39
(Sigh)
This is why living in my current location is so enjoyable (for me). Of course, from time to time, it is fun to hop on the plane and visit various places. Was in Newport this May and we had a great time. At first my girlfriend loved it (her first time visiting Newport. She's literally a farmer's daughter always lived in same small town NEngland), then like anything 'plastic' the reality of the scene started setting in for her.
This whole thing is all new to her. It was almost just like she saw on TV for all those years. Was enjoyable to see how she reacted to it all with awe and amazement. Like watching a child look on with awe and curiosity and smiling. At first it was a truly amazing time for her, yet over time once the veil was pulled back... Almost reminds me of the old Lending Tree commercial... sort of. Hope it makes sense to you too.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0HX4a5P8eE
This is why living in my current location is so enjoyable (for me). Of course, from time to time, it is fun to hop on the plane and visit various places. Was in Newport this May and we had a great time. At first my girlfriend loved it (her first time visiting Newport. She's literally a farmer's daughter always lived in same small town NEngland), then like anything 'plastic' the reality of the scene started setting in for her.
This whole thing is all new to her. It was almost just like she saw on TV for all those years. Was enjoyable to see how she reacted to it all with awe and amazement. Like watching a child look on with awe and curiosity and smiling. At first it was a truly amazing time for her, yet over time once the veil was pulled back... Almost reminds me of the old Lending Tree commercial... sort of. Hope it makes sense to you too.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0HX4a5P8eE
Last edited by Wedgeduck; 10-03-2012 at 07:52 AM.
#40
Wedgeduck, may all your wishes come true. It is a big world out there with so many incredible places to live for a few months, a few years.... or forever. Have faith, plan smart... work smarter. You seem a bit bummed out so hopefully the below pics will relax you a bit. Take some time away from the go-go right now world we live within.
Last edited by stevenrmusic; 10-03-2012 at 01:50 PM.
#41
Wedgeduck, may all your wishes come true. It is a big world out there with so many incredible places to live for a few months, a few years.... or forever. Have faith, plan smart... work smarter. You seem a bit bummed out so hopefully the below pics will relax you a bit. Take some time away from the go-go right now world we live within.
#42
You all obviously didn't click through to the product page. They know nobody has Android tablets so they sell them with the device as an add on if you want to control your ride hight with one. I'm still trying to figure out why these simple little electronic devices need to be so stupildy expensive. Its about $20 in parts and assembly, plus some R&D, but most of that was worked out years ago by the guys at Ross-Tech.
#43
According to Forbes 8/22/12 article, "Just released its Q2 2012 mobile sales unit report, ranking vendors and operating systems for mobile devices. Over this past quarter, of the mobile devices sold, 64.1% are powered by Google’s Android and 18.8% are operated by Apple’s iOS."
Last edited by stevenrmusic; 10-05-2012 at 03:03 AM.
#44
I don't know Wedgeduck (if that is your real name), it may be too late. You, of all people, know that guys seek to prove how long our things are and once the challenge has been made, it is almost impossible for some of us to retreat, especially if we have limited time remaining like me.
Last edited by Wedgeduck; 10-05-2012 at 04:05 PM.
#45
There is a surf break in Newport Beach at the end of Balboa Pennisula. The waves there can exceed 25 feet plus. The momentum and ton per square inch on that wave can really hurt and even kill you. People have broken,dislocated, crippled, gotten killed because of that wave. A Wedgeduck is a h20 junkie that either literally lives for that wave everytime a swell hits. Hence the duckie label. But it's an older lingo. The new generation are now nicknamed Wedgewarriors.