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►► Get over 20 free audio tools: https://www.producedbymkc.com/audiotoolkit You see DI boxes everywhere, but do you really know how and when they're supposed to be used? Today we unpack the two main jobs of a DI box which unlocks the key uses behind where we need to use them. We'll cover: - Why are some DI boxes more expensive than others?- What's a good "middle of the road" product?- What exactly does happens to my audio when it goes through a DI box?
We know. Musicians are hard to shop for. So in honor of Black Friday we're revising and updating our list of great gifts for musicians, and adding a few things you should stay away from. (Those shirts: WHY.)(HERE is the following list as a blog post, suitable for sharing with anyone you hope gives you good stuff this year!)Stuff musicians DON'T WANTMahogany Thumb Piano https://www.uncommongoods.com/product/mahogany-thumb-piano Schecter Guitar Shirt: https://amzn.to/3SJ5EIU Actual Useful ThingsEarasers earplugs- https://amzn.to/3kZESHw(Loops, these days): https://amzn.to/49J5ozC Rock N Roller Micro Cart- https://amzn.to/2IVhgqS Whirlwind IMP-2 Direct Box- https://amzn.to/2Ht3cE5BrightSwitch- https://amzn.to/40RQHXaGuitar Straps- https://amzn.to/47jj6aO Dimarzio Clip Locks- https://amzn.to/46kkjNORubber Strap Blocks: https://amzn.to/3Guu3L7On Stage Mic Stand: https://amzn.to/3MPViDm Content:iRIG USB Portable interface: https://amzn.to/47GiZWIMagic Arm: https://amzn.to/3ujO6c9ConsumablesErnie Ball Super Slinky 6 Pack*- https://amzn.to/370LXD1 Drum Key 3 Pack- https://amzn.to/2UVWk5cDuracell Procell AA 24 Pack- https://amzn.to/3nPBl0yDuracell Procell 9V 12 Pack- https://amzn.to/3pRMyiN AA Charger and Batteries: https://amzn.to/47tqKPZ High-end fabric wrap Cables: https://amzn.to/47LdHJE CurveballsLasko Air Mover- https://amzn.to/36ZCyLLGaff Tape 4 Pack- https://amzn.to/3pW4bOEChefs Mat- https://amzn.to/3G7FKa5 Audible: https://amzn.to/3MQBT59 Velcro Cable Wraps: https://amzn.to/3utv7fq Cable Tester: https://amzn.to/40LmxoaThank you so much for tuning in! If you want to help be sure to like, subscribe and share with your friends! Linktree: linktr.ee/adampatrickjohnson linktr.ee/coverbandconfidentialFollow us on Instagram!@coverbandconfidential@adampatrickjohnson@danraymusicianIf you have any questions please email at:Coverbandconfidential@gmail.comConsider supporting me on Patreon! www.patreon.com/coverbandconfidentialOr buy me a cup of coffee!paypal.me/cbconfidentialAnd for more info check out www.coverbandconfidential.com
Buying gifts for musicians is hard. So let us help! This episode is for the non-musicians in your life -- A lovely list of great, sub-$100 prezzies for the musician in your life! SM58- https://amzn.to/35WZ8FH SM57- https://amzn.to/2KAb5Ja Earasers earplugs- https://amzn.to/3kZESHw Whirlwind IMP-2 Direct Box- https://amzn.to/2Ht3cE5 Drum Key 3 Pack- https://amzn.to/2UVWk5c Ernie Ball Super Slinky 6 Pack*- https://amzn.to/370LXD1 Rock N Roller Micro Cart- https://amzn.to/2IVhgqS Duracell Procell AA 24 Pack- https://amzn.to/3nPBl0y Duracell Procell 9V 12 Pack- https://amzn.to/3pRMyiN Gator Mic Stand Drink Holder/Table- https://amzn.to/35XliaU iKlip Tablet Holder- https://amzn.to/374WZHl Lasko Air Mover- https://amzn.to/36ZCyLL Gaffe Tape 4 Pack- https://amzn.to/3pW4bOE
Here’s how to get fancy recording demos — and also tips for good sound regardless of your approach. Show notes Multitrack This is the big time… the only that separates you from the experts is how expensive your gear is and how much experience you have doing good recordings Typical …
There are many ways to record demos for your band. These tips get you started at the simple and cheap end of the spectrum. This is a topic that can grow with you… Three scenarios: Single mic in the room (one and done) Several mics through a PA/mixer into computer …
The magical and essential DI box gets you from stage to board. How does it work? Music: Jahzzar, Please Listen Carefully; spinningmerkaba, Urbana-Metronica (wooh-yeah mix). Show notes Have you used DIs from time to time? Dave Sure! I used to keep a D/I box when my rig didn’t have a D/I built in. Specifically …
Tom Mendel is currently playing bass for the Chicago production of Hamilton. He has performed on over 100 musical theater productions like Wicked, The Lion King, Billy Elliot, and Book of Mormon. Tom is also the President Emeritus of the Theatre Musicians Association. We also cover the gear that Tom is using for Hamilton. Tom uses most of the same gear that Richard Hammond is using for the New York production of Hamilton: Lakland Joe Osborn 5 string bass Lakland Hollowbody 4 string bass with flat wounds (to emulate the Hofner Beatles bass sound) Arturia KeyLab Poellmann upright bass with low C chromatic extension (low notes are required for Hamilton book) Thomastik for lower strings and Pirastro Flat Chromesteels for the super strings Avalon U5 Direct Box for electric bass GHS Super Steels OPUS 1000 Direct Box for acoustic bass DPA Microphones Additional upright gear: Visual Sound Volume Pedal Wilson Pickup Pedal board (used mainly for two tunes: Blow Us All Away and Washington On Your Side): Pedaltrain Jr Voodoo Lab Switcher Aguilar Tone Hammer Peterson StroboFlip BOSS TU-3 Chromatic Tuner BOSS CE-3 Chorus MXR Octave Divider (two of them) Fulltone Supa-Trem Passive volume control and true bypass from Tom Erwin of Peregrine Effects Thanks to our sponsors! This episode is brought to you by D’Addario Strings! Check out their Kaplan strings, which have versatility and control throughout the dynamic spectrum, rich tonal color palette, superb bow response, and beautiful balance. Enter our latest string giveaway for Kaplan strings at contrabassconversations.com/strings! Thank you also to the Bass Violin Shop, which offers the Southeast's largest inventory of laminate, hybrid and carved double basses. Whether you are in search of the best entry-level laminate, or a fine pedigree instrument, there is always a unique selection ready for you to try. Trade-ins and consignments welcome! Subscribe to the podcast to get these interviews delivered to you automatically!
Radial Engineering introduced a new Direct Box into the world at NAMM 2016. It's the BT-PRO DI Box. According to Jay Porter, product specialist with Radial, this box makes it easier to connect and you won't be tethered to the console because of the bluetooth capabilities. You can even adjust speaker levels from your smartphone. Radial Engineering: http://www.radialeng.com/
Markertek News Channel coverage of the new SC800 Instrument Direct Box from Switchcraft at NAB 2009. The SC800 Instrument Direct Box from Switchcraft converts the outputs of high impedance line level audio devices and musical instruments to low impedance, balanced and isolated mic level signals that can be connected to audio console's, mic pre's, effects processors, and other equipment with 3-Pin XLR inputs. The SC800 was developed with one goal in mind... to provide audio engineers and musicians with the highest quality passive direct box available today. Built by hand in Chicago, USA.