Search:

Type: Posts; User: JimKo

Page 1 of 11 1 2 3 4

Search: Search took 0.01 seconds.

  1. Bob Wills Days or Montana Fiddle Camp Western Swing Weekend

    Considering doing one of these two events this year and wondering if anyone has any experience with either or both. I realize they are two different type of events. If anyone has attend either of...
  2. Re: What are some of the best Mandolins that you all have played?

    To paraphrase a well known rock phrase: If you can't play the one you love, love the one you play.
  3. Re: Stroboclip Tuner TL;DR Tale told by an idiot*, Part 765:

    Changed to the Peterson recently and very happy with it. It took a little getting used to but I feel that the mandolin is more "in tune" with it. One slight suggestion to the folks at Peterson would...
  4. Replies
    67
    Views
    4,641

    Re: playing late and drinking

    Musicofanatic, Any of those band's names happen to rhyme with the word "Summerdog"? Those were some mighty fine times.
    Jim
  5. Replies
    67
    Views
    4,641

    Re: playing late and drinking

    After not touching a drop for about 6 months I had my first glass of red wine while sitting in with some friends at a local steak house. I immediately felt the buzz, and struggled with timing which...
  6. Re: The Beatles: In My Life (solo mandolin instrumental)

    Hey Colin, Just want to say thanks for all the really nice work you do. Any day I start out by listening to one of your tunes is a good one.
    Jim
  7. Replies
    19
    Views
    4,176

    Re: Question About Carry-On Instruments

    Journeybear, you mentioned you have never heard of a flight with no carryon. The ticket was called "basic economy" which turns out to be different from "economy". You have to read the print...
  8. Replies
    19
    Views
    4,176

    Re: Question About Carry-On Instruments

    Flew across country last week. If you haven't flown for a while, read your ticket info carefully. My so-called "economy" ticket said no carry on allowed. I have never had a problem putting the mando...
  9. Re: Paul Glasse on video w/Western Swing band 2023

    Thanks for putting this up. Great video These guys nail it.
  10. Replies
    1
    Views
    399

    Re: Tuner Visibility Shootout at High Noon

    Forgot to mention that I didn't have the Unitune to compare with. That got some good recommendations on the original thread. For those who live where glare from the sun is a rarity, sorry.
  11. Replies
    1
    Views
    399

    Tuner Visibility Shootout at High Noon

    After the recent thread about what tuners are most readable in full sun I went out and bought a Peterson Strobe. It cost $60. from an online music dealer with a good reputation whose name might ...
  12. Replies
    18
    Views
    1,335

    Tuner recomendation for full sun

    Wondering if anyone has a recommendation for a clip on tuner that's screen is visible in the glare of full sun? Currently using a Planet Wave which I like but whose screen is basically invisible in...
  13. Replies
    4
    Views
    1,020

    Re: how to back up a finger pickin' guitar player?

    My work is mainly duos with a guitar player. When they are finger picking my main goal is to listen and not get in the way of what they are doing. As Dave mentioned open chords, simple runs, or...
  14. Replies
    5
    Views
    1,269

    Zeta Acoustic Electic Mandolin

    Just wondering if anyone out there has any experience with the Zeta Acoustic Electric mandolins that were introduced several years ago? Is a pre amp needed? How do they sound? Thanks Jim
  15. Replies
    3
    Views
    948

    Re: Nugs Net Streaming & Acoustic Disc

    Just went briefly to the website but could you explain what Nugs is and how it works?
  16. Replies
    44
    Views
    6,648

    Re: RIP Alan Niederland

    Thanks for sharing this. I will pass it on to his widow.
  17. Replies
    27
    Views
    2,544

    Re: Playing at outside wedding

    No amplification means you are there as part of the scenery and to create a mood. (Or, it might mean they really hadn't thought things through but that is a different story.) Go play, have fun, and...
  18. Replies
    35
    Views
    7,418

    Re: Mandolin as carry on?

    Personal experience from last weekend, flying American Airlines, Tucson to Raleigh and back. There were 5 total legs on this trip. Overall no problems. However, if you can swing it I recommend...
  19. Thread: Pickamania 2023

    by JimKo
    Replies
    4
    Views
    1,097

    Re: Pickamania 2023

    Lou, It was fun meeting you and the Ellis. Thanks.
    Pickamania made me rethink the festival experience. There really is something nice about a gathering small enough where it is comfortable to go...
  20. Thread: Pickamania 2023

    by JimKo
    Replies
    4
    Views
    1,097

    Pickamania 2023

    Just got back from Pickamania 2023 which was held in the small old mining town of Kingston, NM. This years festival was dedicated to luthier and Pickamania founder Bill Bussmann. Bill was an...
  21. Replies
    41
    Views
    17,130

    Re: Live Mics for Mandolin

    I recently ditched a clip on mic, AT Pro 35, for a Shure 81. The Pro 35 was almost too good as it picked up everything, including each time my hand or pick touched the mando body.

    Before...
  22. Replies
    5
    Views
    1,382

    Re: Ireal Pro on PC Windows

    Thanks for the responses Bill and Steve. Looks like I am trying to do the old square peg in a round hole routine. Think I will look at other options.
    Jim
  23. Replies
    5
    Views
    1,382

    Ireal Pro on PC Windows

    I am trying to install Ireal Pro but would like it on my desk top not a phone. I have Googled instructions and downloaded Blue Stack, which was recommended, but no luck figuring it out from there....
  24. Replies
    13
    Views
    2,025

    Re: Chris Thile jam camp

    Enjoying the updates. Please keep them coming.
  25. Replies
    7
    Views
    1,542

    Re: New tune: Walking Jazz - Mandolin and guitar

    SA, Very cool piece of music. The playing is smooth. I really enjoyed it.
    Wishing you swift victory.
    Jim
Results 1 to 25 of 269
Page 1 of 11 1 2 3 4