Musical Affairs & Sonic Amplification

[vinbarnes]

Not sure what's going on here? DJ? VJ? Band? Groupies?

In any event I'm happy to provide The Elegant Bastards PA. I'll double-check with the others but shouldn't be a problem, hasn't been in the past. Let me know, por favor. If so, some mics would be helpful as I have most the gear for the mixer, speakers, speaker stands, and cabling. It's not hard to patch in with a iPhone or similar for folks that want to DJ. I wasn't sure if the reverend @jameswhite, @elizabrock, and @kamarcum would need a mic for the ceremony. Just thinkin' out loud, don't mind me. :microphone: :sound:

[heathseals]

@jameswhite and "need a mic". ha ha ha ha.

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Not sure what's going on here? DJ? VJ? Band? Groupies?

In any event I'm happy to provide The Elegant Bastards PA. I'll double-check with the others but shouldn't be a problem, hasn't been in the past. Let me know, por favor. If so, some mics would be helpful as I have most the gear for the mixer, speakers, speaker stands, and cabling. It's not hard to patch in with a iPhone or similar for folks that want to DJ. I wasn't sure if the reverend @jameswhite, @elizabrock, and @kamarcum would need a mic for the ceremony. Just thinkin' out loud, don't mind me.

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[elizabrock]

One of my guys has a PA system and can loan us mics.

[elizabrock]

@shaynarang ^

[kamarcum]

Are we mic'ing vows and such? I guess that's a typical thing to do.

[jameswhite]

Microphones will give me a chance to beat-box and do some freestyle rappin'.

On Thu, Sep 19, 2013 at 2:46 PM, Keith Marcum notifications@github.comwrote:

Are we mic'ing vows and such? I guess that's a typical thing to do.

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[rick]

/cc me on shit, heh.

at this point I think I no longer have mics / pa's / etc, fwiw

There will be 0, 1, or 2 bands showing up later (depending on whether that shit happens or not) and I'm still waiting on tangible details on that (outsourced, you might say).

[elizabrock]

It sounds like both @shaynarang and @vinbarnes have mic/PA options. Can you guys chime in on what you have on hand so we can coordinate?

[vinbarnes]

I have:

• two PA speakers
• two speaker stands
• speaker cords
• mixer/amp

It should be great if you want to hear vows, readings, or performances. Though as @heathseals opined, mic-ing @jameswhite might be overkill. If folks want to hook up something for DJ-ing later, that'd work too. I may be able to scrounge up a mic and mic stand, but those are what I don't have much of.

[rick]

One band is confirmed for the party. A second is 50% likely or better. So, I'll end up wanting to build out a "stage". @rimboy suggested that Craft Brewed has a lot of pallets, so I'm thinking, next to the house (i.e., taking down or modifying/moving the Big Tent after the ceremony) we lay down some pallets, and get some plywood to put over it so we have a stage.

I've pinged back to see if they have all the equipment they'll need or if we need to round up anything else. @rimboy mentioned he has a PA if necessary.

[elizabrock]

Sweet! @shaynarang what kind of equipment do you have on hand?

[shaynarang]

I have two small PA speakers, two speaker stands, and a mixer. I have one microphone and one microphone stand but may be able to procure more of these items.

I haven't been able to nail down the gypsy jazz musicians yet. The folks I have reached out to gig frequently and have been unavailable for the wedding date. I am, however, waiting on a response from a friend who knows how to make things happen (like 'The Wolf' from Pulp Fiction). If he doesn't come through, we may need to explore another genre for the pre-ceremony and ceremony (classical guitar perhaps?). I will keep everyone updated.

[shaynarang]

I managed to nail down a Gypsy Jazz trio (stand-up bass, guitar, and violin) from 5:00pm to 6:30pm. They should not need sound reinforcement but will bring amplifiers in case.

[rick]

:musical_note: :dancer: :dancer:

[vinbarnes]

@shaynarang awesome!

Since the band won't require amplification will we even need a PA? If so, it sounds like @shaynarang has the best option. I will try to get my hands on at least one mic, stand, and cable if that's the case. Just in case someone wants to karaoke or filibuster.

[shaynarang]

Hey Guys. Sorry for my delayed responses here.

The Gypsy Jazz group will not need a PA but I imagine we will need something in place for recorded music and announcements. @rick, Eliza mentioned you have speakers you generally use for parties. Would your speakers suit the need for recorded music and announcements? If not, I am glad to bring my speakers.

I'm excited to hang out with you guys.

[rick]

In my current setup, the speakers I have in-house are a pair of KRK's that I have running through a Traktor S2, which will take a mic using an 1/4" jack. This may or may not be an ideal setup (in a way, the whole thing is engineered to be used in the office and I could point them out the window, or move the whole rig). It may be easier to have another set and keep the KRK/S2 setup for indoor use and dance-partying.

I'm going to start aggressive-ping mode this evening to see about the need for a PA for the later band (my guess is "yes", but I want to get a clear confirmation before I start borrowing big audio gear)...

Looking forward to hanging with you too. Should be a fun time! :tada: :musical_note:

[shaynarang]

Sounds great.

[shaynarang]

If anyone needs me, my cellular telephone number is 804.536.9293. See you tomorrow!