recording session w one instrument, LG3000, went amaaaaaaazingly

quadrogong · #1 02-11-2010, 03:00 AM

session was amazing
Roscoe lg-3000 killlled it

the session was for this artist Who I love to play for.. very "taxman" 1966/ beatles stuff,

and my Roscoe was beyond expectations, I made first take on both songs with two minor fixes, nearly perfect tracks, it recorded SO well, i know everyone says that about their bass, I've recorded with many basses and I only ever raved about my sadowsky,the LG3000 did it all,
low, low action with great sustain..
if the artist allows it, I'll post a rough mix.
this was so warm, and
..perfect. look into it if ya like smoooth sounding basses.
I did two songs w the same settings
it sounded so great, I left it and changed my attack for the second song,
we miked a b-15
and I added this old DOD overdrive for a touch of dirt.

artist was Deni Bonet,
studio was shelter sound , NYC
I was proud of my bass and myself.
a good day's work, a great instrument.

Darkstrike · #2 02-11-2010, 06:16 AM

Fantastic to hear, all round, and espcially that you din't come up against on of those engineers who won't accept bass unless its Fender/alike.

quadrogong · #3 02-11-2010, 10:55 AM

really
I felt like thanking Keith Roscoe personally, it made my week, of course
it helps that I practiced my parts alot,
though I can't help think that it wouldn't
have went so smoothly without it.
either I'm getting alot better or I just do alot better on the
right bass.
the smoothness.. plus the growly, modern edge..
I love my bongo live, though I'd say
that this lg-3000 is the go-to recording bass for a while.
I always get asked to bring a P or j
though this time it was my choice.
it sounded very P-ish sort of.
it made me very happy.
Roscoe made me look good..

VroomVroom · #4 02-11-2010, 11:00 AM

Outstanding, man! I love hearing session "diaries" and this one sounds like it was terrific. It'd be a great treat to hear some rough mixes if the artist allows.

quadrogong · #5 02-12-2010, 07:31 AM

yes
I'm dying to get it as well
I also went direct,
the real surprise was this little yellow overdrive box
from DOD. it was a perfect effect for sustain, less clean/ more svt kinda vibe

I want one.

Gard · #6 02-12-2010, 08:14 AM

Awesome, thanks for sharing man!

Always good to hear from someone that had a great experience with our stuff.

LightGroove · #7 02-12-2010, 08:24 AM

Sounds great man!

Anytime you get bored with the tone...you know who would love that LG back.....

quadrogong · #8 02-12-2010, 09:28 AM

PICS FROM THE SESSION..I REALLLY HAD FUN
(i was so proud of myself,all first takes,and only had to fix one note! I guess I'm getting better in the studio)

AND LIGHTGROOVE..U WILL GET IT WHEN U PRY IT FROM MY COLD, DEAD HANDS..

Darkstrike · #9 02-17-2010, 01:15 PM

Working well here, and sounds great.

quadrogong · #10 02-17-2010, 02:57 PM

thank u,sir!
getting mixed today,hopefully the bass will be as richly presented (or hopefully better) in the actual mixed version,

Darkstrike · #11 02-17-2010, 03:01 PM

How could they not? When the playing and tone is that good.....

quadrogong · #12 02-17-2010, 03:06 PM

I was actually very,very proud of her, she was a brand new bass,I took a risk, some of these songs will be in my resume for endorsements.etc
it felt comfortable and sounded superb.

VroomVroom · #13 02-17-2010, 03:42 PM

A little lyrical homage to 'Love Shack' in there?

Great stuff! Thanks for sharing this. The bass sounds terrific - beyond terrific, actually - and the bass playing is SPOT ON. Outstanding stuff, my man. I really dig the violin playing as well. Thanks again!

JOME77 · #14 02-17-2010, 06:38 PM

Great sounding bass tone on the tracks. Nice mix of the bass and drums.

...and I really like the violin playing on the second tune!

lwrthnwhalepoop · #15 02-18-2010, 12:40 AM

Excellent work, man. Your playing is really rhythmically precise, and tasteful to boot. Keep it up and you'll be up to your eyeballs in session work. To an artist or producer, tasteful style-appropriate playing and locking in with the drummer is where it's at.

oren · #16 02-18-2010, 11:41 AM

Sounds great! It really does get that Precision-esque vibe. Nice solid playing - great lock with the kick drum!

quadrogong · #17 02-18-2010, 08:59 PM

jeeeez, wow, thank you folks,
I can't really post the unfinished songs here,
they're roughs and the artist & managment left us a note not to post 'em or play 'em yet..

but it's good to hear these compliments from my peers, I've always had such a poor image of myself as a player,and these compliments are pretty important to me,
I've always envied "Jaco-esque" players who have a very jazzy touch,which was never me. I felt almost inferior as a bassist,although..the last year I've been pleased with my progress.

I've taken a few years off of touring,and really hustling..as a pro musician,that is.

I used to really take it seriously,always looking for the better gig,better tour..hustling and traveling...etc
I kind of gave it up when I got married,and have been playing in one band,mostly in the area,working 9-5 and not pursuing the music as strongly as I'd like to.

I've recently gotten my chops up to the point where I think I can really audition for some bands,maybe go back to doing some hip hop sessions..or calling up some old contacts,I'm not really ready to leave my 9-5,but for the right band or artist,I think I might,and my wife is very,very supportive,
thanx,TB'ers..
your words mean a lot to me.

LightGroove · #18 02-19-2010, 01:35 PM

Were the clips up and now taken down? Cant seem to find what everyone is raving about...

Really glad to see she found a solid home.

quadrogong · #19 02-19-2010, 06:30 PM

heh heh..yes, they are removed.

I stuck them up and really shouldn't have,
they aren't finished
I don't think the unfinished,raw unmixed versions should be up..
they were finished being mixed today, The artist is really cool, for any New Yorkers, we are playing March 20th at The Living Room,Ludlow st,(Lower east side)

the band has been doing mini tours and summer festivals by the dozen,so by the time we got to the studio,we were tight,and having fun with the songs..

If u wanna check her out,she's at: http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#!/...f&id=552565908
u can get to her site,or facebook,alot of songs..

lightgroove, we're friends,
and it's thanks to you that I had such a successful day in the studio!..
best tip you ever gave me was buying the Roscoe..thanx,man..when the songs are done, I'll let you know if they are up anywhere..deni posts a lot of her songs.

as for the Roscoe,
I was completely hooked on my Bongo HH, it has a certain airy softness about it's highs,which I can't explain,
but I never thought I'd find a sound I liked as much or better,I have to say
the tone is rich,full..classy.sort of smooth like a Pbass,but richer and smoother,with a really natural sounding preamp, only the good factors of active electronics,none of the bad stuff.
this LG-3000 records well, it wasn't a situation where i was ordered to bring a P or J,

and I have to say..the thing that tied my whole sound together was this cheap,yellow DOD overdrive stompbox too, it sounds like a twenty ton SVT,just really..good.

I was lucky,my producer is Paul Beven,who is Hall & Oats soundman,
..he does sound for Boston Pops,various symphonies etc..
he helped to streamline the arrangements a bit.
..this fellow does my sound in NY and on the road,and he's brilliant.
I'm lucky to have him in my corner,he makes me look good whenever I play with deni, he also manages the act.

it was mixed by Juan Patino,and engineered by Steve Addabbo,definitely blessed having so many good guys working to get me a good sound.

VroomVroom · #20 02-19-2010, 07:02 PM

Great stuff, man. Hopefully you'll remember us when.

FYI, friend request sent on Facebook. I'm a fan and would love to keep up with her, as well as her great bass player.