Initial forays into electronic effects and other things

February 27, 2008 at 1:16 PM

Last December, I got a Realist pickup for my violin. I got it because it's the simplest and most compact product of its kind I could find.

I was able to take it on a test spin a few days ago, using a flanger pedal. Hesitation aside, I like the possibilities and look forward to explore electronica some more.

(Click on My Profile to hear the recording from Mag:Net Cafe)

On a completely different front, I'm trying to think up a short story for kids that involves a violin, string theory, resonance, flying, and angel hair...

I'm open to ideas ;-)

From Jim W. Miller
Posted on February 28, 2008 at 11:19 AM

I haven't listened to your recording yet, and might never 'cause I'm a lazy biotch. But I like you, so I might.

But a word of caution about your setup. I noticed it's throught the F-hole and everything. Somebody will step on your cable and yank the hell out of your violin. I would tie the cable in a knot around the shoulder rest or something so it won't break everything when it happens...

From Jim W. Miller
Posted on February 28, 2008 at 11:27 AM

P.S. the story should be easy to think up. Kids don't know anything. Just say anything. They'll go "Whoaaaa..."

From putch panis
Posted on February 29, 2008 at 2:34 AM

Hi TJ!

I don't have a sound card on my computer, so I won't be able to hear your recording. But I'm sure it's pretty great :)

As to the story, how about a storyline on a little girl, or boy, playing around the house, ending up in the attic and finding a dusty old violin. Maybe you can start from there.

Regards :)

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