I know it’s been a while since the last post but I really haven’t had anything substantial to write. Like always (for me at least) lots of big things happen at once so I can now warrant a new post – not another one just about the progress of the mic pre build:) But since we are on the subject of the mic pre build, let’s talk about it. The unit was fully assembled and completed a while ago. But there were some problems (one channel wasn’t working) and then the holidays happened and all progress slowed to a crawl. I talked to Scott at Hamptone and he helped out a lot with the unit and I’m pleased to say It is now fully working:) I’m very happy and will post more on it as soon as I get to really run it through its paces. I do want to mention that Scott really went out of his way to help me so if you are considering purchasing the pre from him but are a little concerned that you might get stuck building it – fear not – he will make sure you end up with a working unit.
At last, the Hamptone HVTP2, in all it’s glory:
I’ve been looking for a nice versatile EQ and had an awesome find of a CLM Dynamics DB500s Expounder Dynamic Equalizer (whew that’s a name). This thing can do so many things it’s absurd. Aside from being a 4 band stereo parametric eq, it has 24db analog tracking filters with resonance so you can get some crazy filter/ wah effects! Apparently this unit is highly revered in Hip-Hop circles so it should have a full and busy life in its new home. Now if I could just get the company to send me a manual for the unit. More on this later when I (hopefully) get the manual and some time to use it.
Even though the studio is no where near completion I’m happy to say I’ve already had the pleasure of working with an amazing client. Abstract rap extraordinaire Jones was itching to get in the studio and lay down some tracks for a new EP he’s been working on. We recorded some vocals and also did some mixing. The tracks are wild – found sounds, dubed out effects and feedback loops in abundance + freeform rhymes. One session is in the pocket and we will be concluding in the near future.
Jones spitting flame in low-lite mode:
In case your wondering, I decided to rename this site and my studio to Baltimore Analog. I think it will help people find me a lot easier. Thanks to my bro for the idea! I’m still going to hold on to vanguardfiles.com for a while, I really think it’s a good name and I have some ideas for it too.
till soon…
