South West Jam - Factory Studios (Bristol) Edition - 8th June 2019

spark240

Brocco said:

@spark240 - have put you down for a solo performance of Cliffs Of Dover for being so naughty!

Now...you know I only use that piece as a warm up ;-)...I couldnt possibly perform it in public. 

mrkb

FastEddie said:

Brocco said:

@FastEddie - there are so many great riff based songs (with no solo!) to choose from, I am sure we can get you up playing and enjoying it! Those of us who have been/still are in a similar place to you, can attest to the benefit of these jams, and the help and encouragement that the more accomplished players provide.

Thanks. Feeling better about it. 

Are there any songs you want to learn, even if it’s just the basic chords. We could learn the other bits of the song to support you in playing as a band. What sort of music do you like?

Legionreturns

Psst... @FastEddie ...

Sit Down ... E E A B ...repeat until bored!  

FastEddie

mrkb said:

FastEddie said:

Brocco said:

@FastEddie - there are so many great riff based songs (with no solo!) to choose from, I am sure we can get you up playing and enjoying it! Those of us who have been/still are in a similar place to you, can attest to the benefit of these jams, and the help and encouragement that the more accomplished players provide.

Thanks. Feeling better about it. 

Are there any songs you want to learn, even if it’s just the basic chords. We could learn the other bits of the song to support you in playing as a band. What sort of music do you like?

I can play a bit but have awful nerves. 
I could do a less than passable Hendrix, Fire with a bit of brushing up...no solo's is my rule. A little riffage is enough.
Brute Force by Rory is OK. Again, no solo just the riffage.
I'll have a look at the songs.

My problem is the theory side. If you say "play it is E" then I am lost. I can learn, rinse, and repeat but the theory side has me lost right now.
I'm waiting to get my new guitar tutor. He's currently fully booked and I am next cab. Hopefully he will square away my theory and I can get my confidence back.

My taste for this type of thing? Anything with rude guitars, and I am there. Not a fan of ballads but bold cleans and a bit of drive and I am tapping. 

Funkfingers

FastEddie said:
I can play a bit but have awful nerves. 

Good. Performance anxiety suggests that you care.

FastEddie said:
Brute Force by Rory is OK. Again, no solo, just the riffage. I'll have a look at the songs.

Rory always welcome. Just need somebody to nail the Gerry McAvoy bass part and you can't go wrong.

Brocco

@robwright and @roberty, both local to Bristol, have kindly agreed to run point on venue liaison and live room equipment & recording respectively - huge thanks!

@spark240 and @Alnico have previously kindly offered to perform Master of Ceremonies duties (spark240) and run a Skills Workshop (Alnico) - again, this is greatly appreciated!

It feels so good to be involved in an event where attendees step-forward and participate in a way that benefits everyone - personally, I cannot wait for the 8th June!

Legionreturns

@Brocco does that mean you don't need my recording rig etc? 

Brocco

@Legionreturns - quite possibly the opposite, but will leave it to @roberty to pick up with everyone on the prior discussion as I have zero technical knowledge/ability!   

roberty

Legionreturns said:

@Brocco does that mean you don't need my recording rig etc? 

We're gonna need all the stuff I think. I've got two guitar amps and a C414 to contribute, and a stage condensor

Not sure what the studio provide in terms of backline and PA, @fandango is on the case

fandango

roberty said:

Legionreturns said:

@Brocco does that mean you don't need my recording rig etc? 

We're gonna need all the stuff I think. I've got two guitar amps and a C414 to contribute, and a stage condensor

Not sure what the studio provide in terms of backline and PA, @fandango is on the case

Ah, thanks for the reminder.

spark240

I’ll be bringing my Kemper to use...with a DXR 12 and another Kemper for you lot to try !

A couple of guitars, probably PRS 513 and a Gibson of some sort.

As before - if anyone fancies trying any of my others I can throw them in.

Rickenbacker 330 / 360
Les Paul Axcess
Explorer76 Ri
SG 61 Ri
EBMM super sports.

roberty

Guitar-wise I'll probably bring my Les Paul Custom

If we need bass and acoustic guitar I've got a Martin D16 with an aftermarket pickup fitted and a Fender 50s P Bass that I'm happy to provide

Sounds like we need to source a drum kit and a bass amp.  I might be able to pull in a favour with a bass amp but not guaranteed

Legionreturns

roberty said:

Legionreturns said:

@Brocco does that mean you don't need my recording rig etc? 

We're gonna need all the stuff I think. I've got two guitar amps and a C414 to contribute, and a stage condensor

Not sure what the studio provide in terms of backline and PA, @fandango is on the case

To clarify then, what I *can* bring, if required: 

Zoom R16 8 track recording desk
12m snake with 8 inputs and 4 returns 
Vocal mics and stands 
SM57 plus stand for a guitar cab 
Ashdown ABM 300w 1x15 Bass Amp plus Zoom B3n 
Fender Bassbreaker 15 amp
Katana 100w amp
Every cable we could ever possibly need
PA system comprised of 2x 1kw EV Evolve 50 array stacks
Couple of monitors 

What I can't supply:

Drum mics (We will need at least kick and 1 overhead. If we use more I'll need to mix drums pre recording desk as we will have used all 8 channels. I do have a small mixer for this purpose) 

I only have one cab mic. Line out is fine if it's decent. 

Obviously if I bring all of that, it's a very full car. If others can cover amps that would make a big difference. I know the DI on the Ashdown and Katana are both good though. 

Legionreturns

roberty said:

Sounds like we need to source a drum kit and a bass amp.  I might be able to pull in a favour with a bass amp but not guaranteed

If the worst comes to the worst I have a decent, double mesh Roland Vdrums kit which sounds great on recordings and I use it through my PA all the time. 

I do also have an acoustic kit, but my breakables are shit. @mrkb has decent cymbals I think. 

fandango

Guys, let’s not go mad with bringing our own amps. The venue will provide both guitar and bass amps.

Factory Studios will also provide the drum kits, but drummers must bring their own sticks, cymbals and bass pedal/s.

I have just emailed Factory, but forgot to ask about drum mics. This wouldn’t have been a problem if we had the numbers to take the main recording studio, as this would come with plenty of mics..... yes, yes, okay .... I’ll go ask .....

Legionreturns

I've got kick pedals

mrkb

fandango said:

Guys, let’s not go mad with bringing our own amps. The venue will provide both guitar and bass amps.

Factory Studios will also provide the drum kits, but drummers must bring their own sticks, cymbals and bass pedal/s.

I have just emailed Factory, but forgot to ask about drum mics. This wouldn’t have been a problem if we had the numbers to take the main recording studio, as this would come with plenty of mics..... yes, yes, okay .... I’ll go ask .....

Won’t the drummer be bringing his own kit? Most good drummers will have everything they need to gig with.

roberty

mrkb said:

fandango said:

Guys, let’s not go mad with bringing our own amps. The venue will provide both guitar and bass amps.

Factory Studios will also provide the drum kits, but drummers must bring their own sticks, cymbals and bass pedal/s.

I have just emailed Factory, but forgot to ask about drum mics. This wouldn’t have been a problem if we had the numbers to take the main recording studio, as this would come with plenty of mics..... yes, yes, okay .... I’ll go ask .....

Won’t the drummer be bringing his own kit? Most good drummers will have everything they need to gig with.

Breakables only is pretty normal for rehearsal studios IME (mostly in London)

That's cool then sounds like we have an easy life and can just focus on what we need for tracking

fandango

Just got this from Factory Studios:

“All rooms come equipped with PA's. Mics and leads are available from the reception (inclusive of room hire). The member of staff working that day will be able to help with setting up/levels of the PA.”

mrkb

I’ve got a katana 100 head and Marshall origin 20 head that both have DI outs. Also have a e609 mic and low mic stand. Can bring if needed.