26 Reply by Russell_Harding

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I am still learning how to use the "record" and Jam features this is one outstanding device! I cannot post a video yet I do not feel comfortable knowing my way around it I can also record a video,audio on it have not tried it yet till I understand the jam feature better and I am working on it smile     

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27 Reply by Russell_Harding

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TIGLJK wrote:

Russell

Did you play that stupid game where you spin for the discount ? I have played it everyday since you posted and never got a code for more than 10 % ( Which is ok)
I'm holding out for the 20%  - if I get that I would get this amp for $209   darn good deal I think - except - as I am reading many reviews  - loads of them say it has a huge annoyance in hum feedback because of improper grounding - a bad plug

Did you get that hum with yours ?
Jim

No I ordered it straight from Sweetwater and I have no issues with hum, still learning how to use it but I do know you need a Iphone or tablet with 8.0 version I downloaded it on my new phone from Spectrum and have it on my new Tablet also no hum tell those guys to get some better cables smile     

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28 Reply by Russell_Harding

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beamer wrote:
Zurf wrote:
Russell_Harding wrote:

I just had to have this it is totally insane but I wanted it and do not regret it after it came today, I downloaded the presets and I was off and running it is an amazing tool and I hope anyone interested has the opportunity to try one out. I could go on and on but there are videos on youtube that demonstrate this amp smile

Cool.

I've been thinking about a Pignose or Roland Cube.

Z this thing is totally a crazy cool machine! it plays bass and drumms along with you! feels you song and goes with it!

It is totally awesome! smile     

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29 Reply by Russell_Harding

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Zurf wrote:
Russell_Harding wrote:

I just had to have this it is totally insane but I wanted it and do not regret it after it came today, I downloaded the presets and I was off and running it is an amazing tool and I hope anyone interested has the opportunity to try one out. I could go on and on but there are videos on youtube that demonstrate this amp smile

Cool.

I've been thinking about a Pignose or Roland Cube.

Spark will walk circles around both and for a fraction of the cost     

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30 Reply by Russell_Harding

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Well it turned out the new tablet did not work out I was unable to download the software from Spark the tablet uses a android 6 and spark requires an android 8 or higher but the good news is Amazon agreed to let me return it and refund so it seems it will be a bit before I can download the software on a new tablet so it looks like I will have to do a video using the screen on my phone and I am kicking around some ideas how to present the video keep you informed smile     ###update### oct 10th I purchased another android tablet it will arrive tomorrow it has 8.1 more then enough to handle spark cant wait to download it and they accepted my request for returning the one i have and applying credit for it . I wanted to print out a return but my printer went on the fritz soooooo I ordered a new printer it will be delivered on the 14th of oct. hope nothing else breaks down its  putting a dent in my account. argg smile

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31 Reply by Russell_Harding

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Ok I will see what I can put together using only the Spark amp I think I will shoot the video with m Sony music cam because I can run the sound out of the earphone plug on the spark directly into my camera I will get on it tomorrow I am waiting for a new tablet from Amazon it has bluetooth and a 7" screen, I already have the program downloaded on my Iphone the screen is a bit to small for my liking.     

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32 Topic by Russell_Harding

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I just had to have this it is totally insane but I wanted it and do not regret it after it came today, I downloaded the presets and I was off and running it is an amazing tool and I hope anyone interested has the opportunity to try one out. I could go on and on but there are videos on youtube that demonstrate this amp smile 

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33 Topic by Russell_Harding

(0 replies, posted in Songwriting)

I am just looking for ideas for bass and drum parts to go with this idea I came up with I included my email to send a link to
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C5SjkFg … anQ2mhoJu8 

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34 Reply by Russell_Harding

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I picked up an Oscar Shimidt  mandolin for 100 bucks in brand new shape this summer I love the sound and I got a pickup for it which works great too, the thing that makes the mandolin stand out is the tuning it is the same as a violin and the chord sounds are unique and make the bluegrass and folk songs really sparkle. The work-around tuning is ok but you are depriving yourself of the uniqueness of the instrument tuned in 5ths sound in my opinion only smile     

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35 Topic by Russell_Harding

(0 replies, posted in Bands and artists)

I wrote and recorded this a few years ago
https://youtu.be/0bp1SqmDN-k 

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36 Reply by Russell_Harding

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Thank you!

Peatle Jville wrote:

Russell you got all the right ingredients on that video great song.

     

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37 Reply by Russell_Harding

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Thanks for taking a look and for leaving a comment smile

TIGLJK wrote:

Russell - Great stuff - love the song !    Performance was flawless as much as I can tell.   Well done !!  Jim

     

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38 Topic by Russell_Harding

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Been a while since I played this just thougth I would put it up
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XUGpWRxHAPI 

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39 Reply by Russell_Harding

(4 replies, posted in About Chordie)

I don't know if this will help but I had the same issue, on the startup google page upper right side 3 dots click> settings> advanced>printer see if your printer is listed if not enter the info if it is you may have to go back to your boot screen and open settings> printer> and see if it is listed if not turn the printer on it should pop up if no response someone else may be able to help good luck     

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40 Reply by Russell_Harding

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when I was still in grade school rock and roll was born the stars Bill Haley and the comets, Gene Vincent, Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly and the most outrageous was Little Richard with all his saxophone players and Jimmy Hendrix on guitar(unknown at the time) I used to go to the dance "hops" as they were called where we all burned off teen energy trying to show off for the girls Little Richard was totally Rock n Roll before Elvis he was outrageous and we loved it and this was a defining moment in my life to choose to be a Musician RIP Little Richard you were one of a kind.     

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41 Reply by Russell_Harding

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Baldguitardude wrote:

Here's my favorite version. https://youtu.be/T_tbc8D_yfQ?t=21

Most excellent! having a whole band and a very talented musican to feed off of is priceless and I can say from experience  and concerts I did before large festival audiences it is a whole different mindset then just jamming by yourself when it comes to the creative juices flowing and the excitement of being alive at that moment in time. My next project is in the works I am doing "Winds of Change" by the Scorpions, I already have the keyboard parts worked out and the vocal is in my range just need to nail down the lead solo and I will do a video Then on to David Bowies "Putting out the fire" from the movie Magnificent Basterds (this song is a lot easier) at least it will keep me busy with something I really enjoy doing stay safe smile     

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42 Reply by Russell_Harding

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Thank you! I just had to try it I love that song too and I had another motive one of the guitar players where I live likes to needle me and this is his favorite song so it was a challenge and a way to stick it to him he is a very talented musician but all his leads must be note for note (boring) so that is his reason for not covering this song so I felt this was a "gottcha moment" smile (he has not commented on it so I know it worked)  lol 

Baldguitardude wrote:

man I love that friggin song. You have brass cojones to even try it my friend! Good job.

     

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43 Reply by Russell_Harding

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Thanks for leaving a comment on my page and I am toying with the idea of doing several David Bowie songs one in particular is the song from Magnificent Basterds smile easy chord structure smile

TIGLJK wrote:

Fantastic Russell !  Jessica was also a favorite of mine - except you can play it and I can't !  smile It brought back some great college days memories.
VERY NICE recording studio as well!

     

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44 Reply by Russell_Harding

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Thank you! I learned a very important lesson on recording and videos from this smile

Peatle Jville wrote:

That came out good Russell.

     

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45 Topic by Russell_Harding

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I had the urge to cover this song for quite a while Jessica is one of my favorites and I 1st recorded the drums on my Alesis SR16 so I could put down the rhythm track next the bass track and lastly the lead guitar track what I didn't know at the time was after I filmed myself playing to the mixed recording I could have save tons of time by just running a mini jack out of the recorder into the Sony music cam instead I laboriously spent 3 hours tying to sync the separate audio and video in my video program "oh well live and learn" I did not play this note for note no fun in that hope you enjoy!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gil0eHbjA_8 

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46 Reply by Russell_Harding

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Classical Guitar wrote:

I think you will be a large step ahead of the game. I made ten masks and then someone who had a case of 3m masks from taking care of a relative and   bought a case of 3m masks  a  year ago and he gave us  20 masks and to be honest I like them alot but I also like the masks I made and they are washable. WE only where them if we have to go somewhere. 

The people I have seen with their windows rolled down is unreal. Mine are on automatic and they stay tightly closed.  Every one here is still  at home unless you have a good reason to be out.  The last time I went to the grocery store I got stopped by the police 4 times in three miles.  I do not mind staying home but we also like to have food to eat.

I am the same I only go out for food, personal items or medications but I can drive around my town (population 14,000) in Wisconsin with the windows rolled up.     

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47 Reply by Russell_Harding

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smile

TIGLJK wrote:

Very Honorable Russell
Way to go !!
Heroes come in a variety of  modes and manners.

Jim

     

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48 Reply by Russell_Harding

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It took a while to grasp the concept of the design it looked so easy on the video but making it fluid is another matter lol

Dirty Ed wrote:

It's great that you're doing what you can to help out during the COVID-19 pandemic Russell. My oldest daughter has also been sewing masks for the last few weeks and donating them to friends and assisted living facilities in her area.

     

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49 Topic by Russell_Harding

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This not only keeps me busy when I am not practicing or watching TV but it go's to a good cause and makes me feel better about the sewing machine I purchased to make guitar straps
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=otWdwzsT_g0 

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50 Topic by Russell_Harding

(0 replies, posted in Electric)

I recently purchased a Firefly Les Paul total cost with shipping was around $180.00 and I decided to do a comparison with my Gibson Les Paul  ($2800.00) surprisingly the play ability and tonal volume were very similar I did make one small error I had to volume on the amp up to loud and it distorted the video sound but that aside it is a fair comparison smile
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jnmSM_w-HY 

This is the follow up video I edited the audio and video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WN6P_5UP0es

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