Re: Enough Already!! and more

[Cummings <r_t_cummings@csi.com>]

Hello Jody, 

I think any of the loop machines are fine with vocals, i.e. Echoplex,
Jamman (you'll have to look for one of these used), Boomerang etc. These
are of course "only" loopers, if you want to do any sound-mangling
you'll need additional effects. 

An interesting alternative for vocals might also be the DL8000 from Korg
with a somewhat limited max. looping duration, but with great modulation
effects etc. It's been discussed here recently, you can check the
archives for more information. Or just get yourself an Echoplex together
with a multieffects unit if your pocketbook is feeling particularly
generous.

Interesting comments concerning Christine Bard. I also play drums and
percussion with heavy use of loops, FX, contact mics (also on cymbals -
these sound great when down-pitched and/or delayed) etc. I saw her a few
years back here in Berlin with Marc Ribot where she was just beginning
to use looping and other effects. So she's doing solo gigs now? What did
it sound like - was it more textural-based looping or was she also doing
rhythm-sync'ed stuff? I'd love to hear more about her current setup. If
you could, please tell us more.

Thanks,
rob
-the man cable-


MrBERWELL@aol.com schrieb:
> 
> In a message dated 1/9/99 11:39:52 PM Eastern Standard Time, 
>Kriist@aol.com
> writes:
> 
> >
> >  Right now there is more than enough devices for looping.
> 
> Yes, looping has caught on.  It has caught on so well in fact that you 
>have
> new people joining this mailing list all the time.  Sometimes these new 
>people
> have questions about looping devices.  One would think that this 
>(undoubtedly
> expert filled) list would be a great place to get answers!
> 
> So to all the 15 or so people who replied to the "looping has caught on"
> thread, can a few of you recommend a looping device suitable for vocals, 
>one
> that is foot controllable.  If I missed the FAQ, someone point me in the 
>right
> direction.  Email me personally if this is way off topic.
> 
> Jody
> 
> PS- loop content: saw someone looping acoustic drums and percussion 
>tonight.
> Christine Bard at Tonic in NYC.   She had pickups everywhere, even on 
>cymbals.
> She was opening for Eyvind Kang who came out with Marc Ribot, then Eyvind
> split after about ten minutes so he could sit in with Beck on Saturday 
>Night
> Live.  I hope he didnt get paid for the Tonic gig!