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Oct 27 2013, 06:59 PM |
Oh wow, first time I've seen that! Interesting idea.
In my previous bands I usually sang at least a little, so I had guitar + vox coming out of my PA monitor/wedge in front of me. -------------------- http://www.six-string-samurai.com - Gear reviews for the terminally GAS-afflicted.
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Oct 27 2013, 09:21 PM |
Very interesting thread. I didn't know there were dedicated Guitar monitors out there. Usually we would play on monitors where whole band was mixed in but this does make sense to have dedicated guitar monitor + full band monitor (side by side) for the guitarists.
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Oct 28 2013, 04:14 PM |
It looks really cool but I wouldn't use something like this. I prefer normal monitors that could reproduce well all instruments since I usually just ask for vocals, bass and the other guitarist's guitar in my monitor mix. Sometimes I also a some of my guitar but I prefer a mix of everything an not just my guitar.
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Oct 30 2013, 08:30 AM |
While these type of monitors/cabs are CLEARLY NOT FOR EVERYONE based on the responses I wanted to share a product I recently came across from MATRIX AMPS. They make the popular rack mounted amps that many folks who use AXE EFFECTS are choosing for amplification. Misha Mansoor, Tosin Abasi, etc.
In addition to amplifiers, they make a range of amplified and passive guitar cabinets that include "FULL RANGE" cabinets (Essentially a P.A. speaker, like I've talked about before, just stuffed in to a guitar cab) and a range of angled full range cabs similar to the shape of the boogie. These could be a primary cabinet for small gigs and some have built in amps. So you could just mic it and be done with it Again, NOT FOR EVERYONE, but clearly, these products have an audience especially among AXE FX/modeller fans I considered using P.A. speakers myself when I switched to using a laptop with my rack guitar setup. But thankfully, my GENZ BENZ cab has such broad range that it can handle the highs/lows of software modelling Here is a link to the matrix cabinets and a pic. http://uk.matrixamplification.com/speakers/cfr-12.html From the web site The Matrix CFR12 is a wedge style FRFR speaker designed specifically to meet the needs of guitarists using modelling amplifiers. With a full range, flat response, the CFR12 provides clarity and punch in a lightweight and portable package. Whether used as an on-stage monitor in the traditional monitor wedge style or as a backline on it's end for smaller gigs, or as a practice rig for home use, the CFR12 delivers your sound, without compromise. Utilising a Coaxial driver with a custom crossover developed by Matrix the CFR12 give a wide 80 degree dispersion of sound and handling 260w and rated at 8 ohm, the speaker packs a punch well above its' size and weight and competes sound wise with speakers far above it's price range. The CFR12 is a passive speaker and as such is a perfect match for our GT800FX, GT1000FX, GT1500FX and GT1600FX amplifers. And here is the "FULL RANGE" P.A. type speaker (with tweeter!) stuffed in a guitar cab. This post has been edited by Todd Simpson: Oct 30 2013, 08:31 AM |
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Oct 30 2013, 03:44 PM |
I always ask for a sum of all the instruments in my monitors as well, but it would be cool to have this one as a guitar dedicated one. Receiving your guitar in this one and the rest in a normal monitor. I was also curious to know if you guys are working with in-ear monitors and how do the guitars feel in the in-ear for you? I have never used them but It something that I would really like to get in the future. I think that it's the solution to have a perfect and controlled monitoring of each instrument that you want. It's the best way to hear your guitar all time, no matter if you move too much on stage, without disturbing other bandmates monitors. I know that I will feel weird at first but I think that it's the best solution. Cirse's singer has used it for more than 8 years and she is very happy with them. -------------------- My lessons
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Oct 31 2013, 05:37 AM |
I always ask for a sum of all the instruments in my monitors as well, but it would be cool to have this one as a guitar dedicated one. Receiving your guitar in this one and the rest in a normal monitor. I was also curious to know if you guys are working with in-ear monitors and how do the guitars feel in the in-ear for you? I almost bought some in-ears, but the price was too hefty. I opted instead for some moulded ear-plugs - which I love! But one day I hope to get an in-ear monitoring system. -------------------- The more I practice, the more I wish I had time to practice!
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Oct 31 2013, 06:18 PM |
I'm never a main voice in any band but I often do backing vocals and I know exactly what You mean hehe - so, might be you will try the in ear monitoring yourself, then? |
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