one of the saddest and imho dishonest introductions into the popular music world in recent times is the processor introduced by antares called 'auto-tune'.. this combination of hardware and software processes the music, and especially the vocals of musicians, to automatically correct the tuning for example, of voices which cannot hold a note or sing in tune and does so in virtually real-time.
it is used by a growing number of vocalists who are untrained and cannot sing in tune and allows them to parade on stage as if they were note perfect.. numerous amateur and professional performers alike have decided that autotune is one way that removes the need for talent or hard work and have no issue with dishonestly representing themselves as long as the cash flows.
it is set to become standard equipment on tour.. i cannot help but feel that we have lost something big along the way.. hs.
No comments on my suggestion for pedagogical use?
Actually, there is at least one product on the market that trains vocals with tuning software. I can't remember the name of it at the moment. Basically, it is a CD and mic that you use with the computer. You sing along to the music and you can see, in real time, where your pitch is compared to the note you are supossed to be singing. The idea, is that you can train yourself to hit the notes. I have no idea if it actually works though.
i'm planning on getting one today, they have some in stock at the at&t store near here.
but i wanted to know if anyone has one already and if you can tell me what your experience has been so far- short as it may be.. are there any major cons that outweigh the pro's of getting one?.
i tried to check online if there was any information on any negatives of the iphone but i couldn't find anything.. any input anyone might have would be appreciated.
Hi little Miss,
I have a copy of "Best" magazine sitting in front of me. I have no details on the I-phone other than they think it is too expensive, does not offer live i-tunes connectivity, and does not do live TV. How important those things are to you, I can't say.
I gather that it is a very nice piece of gear though as are all of the i-products.
If you aren't dead set on an i-phone, they list their favorite competing products as:
Nokia 5300 XpressMusic, T-Mobile, $99
LG Fusic (being replaced by Fusic II), Sprint, $99
Motorola ROKR Z6m, Verizon, $?
Samsung UpStage m620, Sprint, $149
ya know those days when you know you should have stayed in bed?.
i had to go to the grocery store, as i was walking in i noticed a man and a woman behind me and both were looking at my butt.. it's a nice butt but usually doesnt get much attention.
i resisted the urge to brush the back of my pants off till they were inside and out of sight... i did and didnt feel anything... later on in the store i got that " feeling" that somene was behind me.. turned around and a woman was looking at my butt.
one of the saddest and imho dishonest introductions into the popular music world in recent times is the processor introduced by antares called 'auto-tune'.. this combination of hardware and software processes the music, and especially the vocals of musicians, to automatically correct the tuning for example, of voices which cannot hold a note or sing in tune and does so in virtually real-time.
it is used by a growing number of vocalists who are untrained and cannot sing in tune and allows them to parade on stage as if they were note perfect.. numerous amateur and professional performers alike have decided that autotune is one way that removes the need for talent or hard work and have no issue with dishonestly representing themselves as long as the cash flows.
it is set to become standard equipment on tour.. i cannot help but feel that we have lost something big along the way.. hs.
Josh Groban did an awesome remake of Americano he didn't
tijkmo
Duuuude. You doged a massive bullet there. You have noooo clue how rabid a Grobanite exwitless is. Yikes. She's got the coffe mugs, key chains, posters, every CD, DVD, multiple copies ('cause, ya know it has that one new song on it). ____________________________________________________________ HS, drummer ego and over-playing the part is a huge problem for many drummers. I agree with you there 100%. Less is more many times. It doesn't matter how fancy you are with fills if you can't keep everybody together. I will also say that it can cut the other way. I have more often than not been in bands where at least one other member wouldn't submit to my timing and would constantly fight me. Usually a lead guitar player (and we don't even need to get started about ego there). __________________________________________________________ And despite what some may feel as to classifying a recording or live performance technique as dishonest, I agree with hillary_step about the auto-tune gear. I do feel that it is different somehow than just adding in other tracks on a recording or doing multiple takes to get it right. Using auto-tune for anything other than minor track repair speaks to me of lack of musicianship. Adding in multiple tracks that you couldn't possibly do live, playing tracks backwards (the Jimi Hendrix reference), etc., those things to me speak to the creative process not dishonesty in the music. Think Pink Floyd. Massive use of synths, tons of tracks, but still, great music and great creativity. Stuff like that doesn't seem dishonest to me. I expect music that is composed of many, many tracks to sound much different live than the recording and that is OK. Now, whether or not I would choose to see a band that I think couldn't pull off a good live show is a different matter.
ya know those days when you know you should have stayed in bed?.
i had to go to the grocery store, as i was walking in i noticed a man and a woman behind me and both were looking at my butt.. it's a nice butt but usually doesnt get much attention.
i resisted the urge to brush the back of my pants off till they were inside and out of sight... i did and didnt feel anything... later on in the store i got that " feeling" that somene was behind me.. turned around and a woman was looking at my butt.
ok, my husband is in bed, there is just enough light to mow the lawn.
the gas tank has just been refilled, and there is fresh oil.damn it, i have primed it as required, and have pulled and pulled and pulled the stupid string.. why cant the damn thing start with out a guy???
my husband is now asleep and the damn lawn is 5 inches tall.. god help me!!!!!!!!!.
Men just have more practice with giving things a "proper pull" so I suppose that's why we can get the mowers started. Heh.I don't have the strength in my arm anymore to give it the proper pull. Yikes! I think I'll stop now.
it seems you have to be of the "popular crowd" on this forum to express feelings and views.
as i am not of this crowd, i have recently recieved alot of not so friendly comments and p.m.s from people who seem to think they need to put me in my place.
it is funny how some people can express their views and opinions and everyone still loves them.
Hey Snarf!
On a recent thread I told you that "I got yer back" because you were about to get some flak and I wanted you to know that you had my support (you were spot on in your post on that thread, btw).
Don't go away! Us unpopular people have to stick together. I never know what reaction I'm gonna get when I post. I wish I could be more straightforward on threads, but I have found that I get a beat-down when I do. Same as you. Some around here can beat the crap outta other people (whether they deserve it or not) and never get called on it. Heck I'm even afraid to start a thread anymore.
Oh well. I still stick around for some reason. Kinda like watching a car wreck. You don't wanna look but you can't help yourself.
Please don't leave though.
LDB
...for thinking you were a red m&m!.
i just read jgnat's correction, that you are (well your pic is) the red 7-up spot dude!.
so sorry for the mixup!
All of you who thought that mini is the red M&M should be warned that you were "running ahead" and that is why this mistake happened. For shame.
...for thinking you were a red m&m!.
i just read jgnat's correction, that you are (well your pic is) the red 7-up spot dude!.
so sorry for the mixup!
I only wish the avatar would do the thing where the tongue sticks out and pbbbbbts at you.
ok, my husband is in bed, there is just enough light to mow the lawn.
the gas tank has just been refilled, and there is fresh oil.damn it, i have primed it as required, and have pulled and pulled and pulled the stupid string.. why cant the damn thing start with out a guy???
my husband is now asleep and the damn lawn is 5 inches tall.. god help me!!!!!!!!!.
Depending on the mower in question, things to check:
1) key in start position (if there is a key)
2) fuel selector not in bypass setting (if there is a selector)
3) safety handle properly depressed (if required)
4) primer bulb fully depressed specified # of times (if appropriate)
5) firm, quick, full pulls of starter cord
If it won't start after about 3 proper pulls, then it's time to get creative because it isn't you it's the mower.
Things to do at that point:
1) Is the fuel old? dump it start with fresh
2) Oil at proper level. Some mowers have a sensor that can tell the level.
3) As mentioned, did you flood it?
4) is the plug OK?
5) Check air filter. If suspect, attempt to start (But for God's sake don't mow with it!) with the air filter removed exposing the carb. Again, this is for test purposes only.
6) With air filter removed, apply a small amount of starter fluid. Just a spritz, yer not trying to spray paint with the stuff cause you'll ruin your engine with too much of it.
7) Remove bowel from carb. Check for debris and clean as needed.
Ah yes, Hubert got the one I forgot, and posted while I was typing - the choke setting. Very important, that
Those are the things I do when my small motors start giving me fits.