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Characteristics
- What technical features/characteristics motivated your choice?
For what use? Home studio professional recording
What Amp/What Setup?... Thay are amplified/
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Sounds
- Is the stereo image satisfactory? not
Is the sound clear and precise all along the spectrum? the high frequencies are just rubbish
Are the dynamics respected?... very low
Are the effects good, usable and sufficiently realistic? not, this is the worst product I've bought in my life
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Overall Opinion
- What thing do you like most/least about it? the fake publicity
Did you try many other models before getting this one? not
What is your opinion about the value for the price? ten times expensive for what it is
Knowing what you know now, would you make the same choice?... Oh Lord, never!
Precision and quality of the sound? for the computer games, not more
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Overall Opinion
- What thing do you like most/least about it?
solid....from about 50hz to 15khz
heavy thump wasn't gonna happen
but great for acoustic groups
Did you try many other models before getting this one?
gosh is 30 or 40 very many
What is your opinion about the value for the price?
well got them from some friends to help our new band
so free is well worth it...but from the sound they recreate
the hold there own...with most the big boys medium priced
gear....
Knowing what you know now, would you make the same choice?...
again free is to good to pass up...don't spend more than $350./$425
their freaking heavy...so save money for some pain killers....or snag
them fast for an install...if you don't have to more them their great
Precision and quality of the sound?
not one real complaint...I just never got the nut crunching bass but
only spent the one show trying for that...the rest of the shows never
needed bottom like that one
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Overall Opinion
- The Wurlitzer 120 is an early model of the electric piano that Wurlizter would come to perfect in the coming years. This isn't to say however, that the 120 isn't a great model in its own right, because it is. It doesn't have too many features, but definitely has the electric piano sound that you would think of when you think of the Wurlizter sound. The piano only has a single volume knob and a sustain pedal, but this is all you really need beyond the tremolo effect that they would add in coming years. The 120 looks more like an upright piano than an electric one, but definitely has all of the sound that an electric one does. Of course like many of the early models of the electric piano, this model is extremely heavy and is pretty tough to move around. For this reason I wouldn't recommend it for live shows or for anything that you would need to bring it around as it is simply too heavy for that. It is best suited for use in the recording studio where it can stay put and get all of the use that it needs there. Beyond the extreme weight of the Wurlitzer 120 it has a top notch tone quality that is definitely comparable to the later models like the 200A and the 206. The feel of the keyboard is fine and is definitely an easy instrument to play - if anything it feels more like an acoustic one than an electric one, which is something that would be changed with the later models. These are pretty hard to find nowadays, and if you have your heart set on a Wurlizter electric piano, I would probably recommend looking elsewhere because it is much easier to get a 200A and the 200A is a better keyboard all around because you can move it around easily and probably sounds just a little bit better than the 120 simply because of the tremolo effect. All in all, the Wurlizter 120 is a great model of the electric piano and if you stumble across one for a reasonable price, scoop it up!
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Overall Opinion
- The T-Rex Engineering Compnova Compressor is a pedal designed for use with electric guitar, but can be used with any electronic instrument. It has 1/4 inch connections and is powered by the power supply that comes with it. The pedal is quite easy to use as it only has three different parameters - one for compression level, one for attack, and one for overall output level. I've used a lot of different compression pedals out there that have been designed for electric guitar, and the T-Rex Engineering Compnova Compressor is one of my favorite ones because of its ease of use and top notch sound quality. You can get a bunch of different types of compression tones with this pedal including more subtle compression and really heavy and crunchy compression. Over the last year or two I've become a big fan of T-Rex Engineering because they offer great sounding pedals that are put together well and are always reliable. The T-Rex Engineering Compnova Compressor is no exception to this rule as it has a great sound to it and I can't imagine this thing breaking unless you were to throw it at a wall or something. When compared to other guitar compression pedals like the Boss CS-3 and the MXR Dyna Comp, the T-Rex Engineering Compnova Compressor sounds just as good if not better and definitely offers more tone control when compared to the Dyna Comp. The price of the T-Rex Engineering Compnova Compressor is more expensive than those pedals, but with good reason as it is made better than those. If you are looking for a compression pedal for your guitar, the T-Rex Engineering Compnova Compressor is more than adequate but I would encourage those interested to check out all of the pedals I mentioned as they all have a time and place and you need to determine what will work best for you and your sound.
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Characteristics
- The Digitech [Hardwire Series] RV-7 Stereo Reverb is a digital effects pedal that even though has the Digitech name, has teamed up with Lexicon to use their patented reverb tones. The pedal has a 1/4 inch input for your guitar and has two 1/4 inch outputs and is powered by either a 9 volt battery or 9 volt power supply. It isn't a rack mountable unit as it is a stomp box.
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Utilization
- The make up of the Digitech RV-7 is quite easy to follow as it has pretty simple parameters. The pedal has knobs for level, liveliness (which is like a tone knob), decay, and one to choose the mode. You can choose between seven different reverb modes including modulated, reverse, gated, plate, room, spring, and hall. This is really more than you could have asked for as it gives you all sorts of reverb tones that range all across the board. I don't have the manual for the Digitech RV-7 but it is easy enough to use on its own that you don't need it if you don't already have one.
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Sound Quality
- The sound quality heard from the Digitech RV-7 is surprisingly really good for a pedal that has the Digitech stamp, which probably has to do with the fact that it is part of their Hardwire series and they borrow the classic Lexicon reverb tone. I'm a fan of pretty much all of the modes on this pedal, with the reverse and the modulated being my favorite as they are the most creative, but the others are just as good in terms of sound quality. The three parameters are well placed as they definitely help to get a wide array of different reverb sounds within each of the modes. This is probably the best reverb pedal made by Digitech.
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Overall Opinion
- I haven't been using the Digitech RV-7 all that long because it is a fairly new pedal, but in the time that I've been able to use it I've been pretty impressed. The price isn't all that expensive and is actually the same price as the Boss RV-5 reverb pedal which is quite similar in make up. I probably like the Boss version better because I've used it for longer and have gotten used to it, but the Digitech RV-7 comes pretty close. If you are in the market for a versatile reverb pedal, I would recommend checking out the Digitech RV-7 as well as the Boss RV-5 and some of the reverb pedals of this type that are available on the market today.
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Characteristics
- The Oberheim OB-1 is a classic analog synth that has two and a half octaves in keys and has a ton of different sections for controlling your sound. It has a non traditional pitch bender in the form of a lever, but it definitely gets the job done and is fun to play with. The synth has all sorts of 1/4 inch connections in the back including for audio in and out and for loudness, pedals, and a gate.
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Utilization
- The Oberheim OB-1 is set up pretty nicely, but if you don't have any experience with analog synths, some of the lingo used you may not understand. However, all it takes is a little while of playing around with it to figure out what everything does. The synth has sections for pitch bending, general keyboard controls, an LFO, two VCO (voltage controlled oscillator) sections, a VCF section, and a VCA envelope. Each has its own parameters, some of which are pretty vast and cover a lot of ground. I don't have the manual for the Oberheim OB-1, but I would recommend having it around unless you have previous experience with analog synths.
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Sounds
- The sound that are possible with the Oberheim OB-1 are pretty incredible. It is definitely a versatile instrument as it is capable of getting all sorts of synth sounds and having the two separate VCOs just adds to its versatility. I'm really a big fan of the sounds you can get on this synth, but in all honesty since you can get so many different sounds I haven't had the time yet to hear everything this synth has to offer. However, I've used it enough that I've heard most of the basic sounds and then some and I can definitely say that this is not only a unique instrument but is one that is truly awesome sounding as far as analog synths go.
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Overall Opinion
- I first used the Oberheim OB-1 about a year ago and I really have no complaints about it at all. If you are into analog synths, the Oberheim OB-1 is one that you need to check out as it has some awesome sounds that can't be found anywhere else. If you can find a used one of these now they aren't cheap, but if you are big into analog synths and are looking to add to your collection, the Oberheim OB-1 is definitely one that needs to considered!
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- The DW (Drummer's Workshop) Exotic EX is just about as perfect as a drum set can get. While I'm not a drummer by trade, I've recorded the DW Exotic EX drum set many times so I've got some pretty good experience with it. Since I'm not a drummer, I can't comment on the feel of the drums and all that, but what I can talk about is how great these drums sound. For recording they are truly a pleasure to use as it is almost impossible to get a bad sound with this kit. Everything from the snare drum to the kick drum to the tom toms sounds really crisp and tight. The kick drum is really tight and gives you all of the punch that you could want, while the snare drum is also super tight. I've only used the DW Exotic EX drum kit to record rock and pop songs, but this is definitely a versatile drum set because I have seen it used for all types of music, although undoubtedly it works best for rock and roll. I've used the DW Exotic EX drum kit with three different drummers, all of whom are well traveled session players and they all rave about this kit. What I've heard is that it is easy to play because every time you hit one of the drums it produces a crisp and tight sound and makes it so that you don't have to beat it too hard and ware yourself out. Since the DW Exotic EX drum set is made for professionals, it definitely has the price tag of one as well. Unless you are a professional or are wiling to drop a lot of money on a drum set to keep for a while, the DW Exotic EX probably isn't for you because of this steep price tag. Beyond this, the DW Exotic EX is nearly flawless and is truly a great drum set.
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Characteristics
- The Rode M2 is a hand held condenser microphone that has a hyper cardioid pick up pattern. The mic is designed for use in broadcasting as well as for MCs and for live shows. It has an on/off switch and has the standard XLR jack on it. It also comes with the microphone clip that is shown in the picture above.
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Overall Opinion
- I've only used the Rode M2 a number of times for live shows, but I've been quite happy with it when I have used it. It has a pretty good sound from a hand held microphone and it is nice that it is a condenser because it picks up way more detail than a dynamic microphone would. I've never used this microphone for recording, but I wouldn't really suggest it for this use anyway as it isn't designed for that sort of use. That being said, it will certainly work in the recording studio and definitely won't sound bad if you decide to use it for this, but there are other microphones in this price range made by Rode that will do a much better job in the studio because that it what they are designed for. The mic has a pretty sturdy make up and should last a while if you treat it properly, which is a big feature when it comes to live microphones. The price of the Rode M2 is pretty reasonable even if it is a bit more expensive than most hand held mics, which is only because it is a condenser rather than a dynamic mic. If you are looking for a nice hand held condenser microphone that sounds great for live shows, the Rode M2 seems to be as good as any choice. However, if you want a nice condenser microphone for the recording studio, I would stay away from this mic and look elsewhere at a mic like the Rode NT1A that is a similar price but will sound much better in the studio. All in all, the Rode M2 is a great sounding microphone for use on the stage!
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Characteristics
- The Taylor 814 CE was made in the USA and is an acoustic/electric guitar. The guitar has a built in pick up and has three knobs for controlling your volume and tone. In every way, this is a beautiful guitar.
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Utilization
- The feel of the Taylor 814 CE is absolutely outstanding. The neck is quite fluid and the guitar is overall really a pleasure to play. It feels good on the fingers and it is easy to play any type of music and any type of part on this guitar. The guitar also has a great look and shape to it while the weight isn't all that heavy. Getting a good sound is really easy granted you know how to play, no matter if you are using it as strictly an acoustic guitar or as an acoustic/electric.
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Sounds
- The sound heard from the Taylor 814 CE is extremely vibrant and sounds great both acoustic and plugged in. I'm usually not a huge fan of the way acoustic/electric guitars sound when plugged in, but this guitar is a big exception as the pick up sounds great and there is pleanty of control over your tone available. I've used this guitar mostly for pop and rock music, but it is definitely suitable for any type of music that you would want to use it with.
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Overall Opinion
- I first used the Taylor 814 CE about six months ago and it has become one of my favorite guitars that Taylor has to offer. I mostly play Martin guitars, but the 814 CE is just about as good as any acoustic guitar that I've played. It has a great sound both acoustically and when plugged in, and has an absolutely stellar look with a beautiful inlay. The price of the guitar is quite expensive but is designed for professionals looking for top notch tone regardless of the price. If you are looking for an incredible acoustic/electric guitar that will last forever, the Taylor 814 CE needs to be considered!
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Characteristics
- The Danelectro Cool Cat Drive is a distortion/overdrive pedal designed for use with electric guitar. It has 1/4 inch connections and is powered with a nine volt battery. This isn't a rackable piece of gear as it is a foot pedal.
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Utilization
- The configuration of the Danelectro Cool Cat Drive is just about as basic as it gets. The pedal simply has three parameters - one for volume, one for tone, and one for drive. This is pretty much the simplest it can get when it comes to a distortion pedal as it covers the three basic parameters. Even if you don't have any experience with distortion pedals or guitar pedals in general, I can't see anyone having too many issues understanding what to do with this pedal. I don't have the manual for the Danelectro Cool Cat Drive so I can't speak to how helpful it is when learning this pedal, but it is easy to use and one really isn't necessary if you don't already have it.
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Sound Quality
- The sound quality of the Danelectro Cool Cat Drive is pretty poor overall. Maybe it is because I am used to using some of the best overdrive pedals on the market, but I'm not a fan of the sound heard from the Danelectro Cool Cat Drive at all. It comes off as really tinny and has no fullness to its sound at all. There isn't much to say beyond that I really can't stand the sounds that you can get with this pedal and ever since I tried it I have stayed away from it.
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Overall Opinion
- Overall, I can't really say that I would recommend the Danelectro Cool Cat Drive to anyone. Unless you have no money at all to spend on a distortion pedal, I would stay away from this pedal. The price is extremely cheap, but this is reflected in the poor craftsmanship and sound quality and is really just a waste of money in my opinion. Look elsewhere for your overdrive and distortion sounds!
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