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loki
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Posted : Jun 13, 2012 16:25:18
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So - I lost nearly everything late last Thursday when my apartment burnt up. Salvaged my laptop (apparently, Macbook Pros are fireproof. I am more than slightly impressed with this thing right now).
Anyways - I'd like to see this as an opportunity to start fresh. I don't need (and can't really afford) BETTER equipment, but I'd love to try DIFFERENT stuff. So, what might you replace the following lost items with? Any suggestions?
2x Adam A7 monitors - around $1800. Loved them, but would consider switching models for kicks
Apogee Duet interface - around $500 - this one could use an upgrade, maybe in the $700 range? Some more I/O would be cool...
Novation SL MKII midi keyboard - around $500 - hmmm... LOVE the LED screan, but I could try something different. Akai stuff looks cool?
Akai APC40 - err, nothing else does the stuff it does. Guess I'll get another!
Rhode NTK tube microphone - around $700 - amazing mic, but would consider changing it up.
Korg Monotron (circuit-bent) - around $60 + $20... but I'd consider another cool analog toy in the <$800 range.
So? Any ideas?
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The Bap
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Posted : Jun 13, 2012 16:34
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Ampersand
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Posted : Jun 14, 2012 00:38
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Wow that sucks man, sorry to hear about it. At least you were able to salvage the Macbook and you were OK! I can't comment on some of this stuff but as far as Akai MIDI controllers, I use an MPK49 and I love it, it's sturdy and has plenty of knobs and sliders. I used 2 M-Audio Oxygen series controllers and they were total trash, they kept breaking. The action is good enough on the MPK for me but honestly most MIDI controllers seem to have fairly shitty action anyway unless you're looking to spend a whole lot more. I paid around $300 for mine. Anyway, I hope stuff goes better for you man and your journey to acquire your studio back isn't too bad! Much love, Amp. |
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Upavas
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Posted : Jun 14, 2012 03:40
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Whoa, sorry to hear that, glad you're ok.
Get the Adams A7X not the A7 , mine cost $1400... Not 1800 and I think they are the best in their price range. Very surprised to see how good they translate to other systems, now tested on several systems from car to hifi to 25k rig...
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supergroover
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Posted : Jun 14, 2012 08:28
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Wow.. that sucks man! Did you have insurrance? Good luck with everything!
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faxinadu
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Posted : Jun 14, 2012 09:15
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very sorry to hear, eevryone's nightmare hope you get things sorted quick.
i don't know the other gear you mentioned, but the monotron is a waste of money imo. rubish.
in that price range there are topday many analogs. maybe something like the mopho, or something from mfb (nanozwerg etc) or from dopefer (dark energy).
people will give you more options i am sure.
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PsiloCybian
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Posted : Jun 14, 2012 09:42
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The Bap
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Posted : Jun 14, 2012 16:34
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I used 2 M-Audio Oxygen series controllers and they were total trash, they kept breaking.
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Same here mate and M Audio didn't even bother to return my emails. Wankers. 
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PsyGalaXy
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Posted : Jun 14, 2012 17:42
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