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Recent content by Downtown2112

Axe-Fx III Firmware 24.03 Release

I’ve got a show that opens in 3 weeks. THIS time I mean it when I say this will the last firmware I update to before opening curtain. Also - just to hedge my bets - I’m weak and easily tempted. :)
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- Post #25
- Dec 29, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
PSA for the best sounding best value IEM KZ ZS10 Pro's

I’ll echo @scottp on these. I’m primarily a theater and worship guitarist. After my 2nd pair of triple driver Westones crapped out on me, I bought the ZS10’s as an emergency replacement. Your mileage may vary, but I’ve been very happy with them. Talk about a pleasant surprise! I haven’t gone...
- Downtown2112
- Post #2
- Nov 25, 2023
- Forum: Guitars
Doubling on Mandolin in Theater Gigs

Yeah that’s great about this show. Start two songs on mando and then swap out midway through. 11 months is truly fantastic. Hoping to do 2 other shows before then. Fingers crossed. Same theater group is doing Wedding Singer (please hire me!) and Matilda As for Mean Girls - Orchestration calls...
- Downtown2112
- Post #17
- Jun 24, 2023
- Forum: The Lounge
Doubling on Mandolin in Theater Gigs

Haha, @Rex! Of course you’re right. :) I‘ve played quite a few theater gigs so I’m pretty comfortable saying what I can and can’t commit to. The good news is that this show is 1) about 11 months from now, 2) a simple Mando part and 3) the MD wouldn’t care what instrument I play because they’re...
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- Post #15
- Jun 24, 2023
- Forum: The Lounge
Doubling on Mandolin in Theater Gigs

Well I tried to buy some gear today. Went to a local Music Go Round because they had a B-stock electric banjo and a B-stock electric mandolin. (Both Gold Tone). I took a guitar that I don’t play anymore. Told them if they do a straight swap for the banjo then I’d buy the mandolin as well. Long...
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- Post #11
- Jun 24, 2023
- Forum: The Lounge
Doubling on Mandolin in Theater Gigs

Good info @AndyOrr - will definitely check Ben's site! I'm actually dealing with banjo stuff for this show too - although just pretty simply strummed parts. When I played Shrek, I remember thinking that the guitar book just wasn't written by a guitar player - things didn't always layout very...
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- Post #7
- Jun 20, 2023
- Forum: The Lounge
Doubling on Mandolin in Theater Gigs

Actually looking at some 6 string hybrids right now!
- Downtown2112
- Post #3
- Jun 19, 2023
- Forum: The Lounge
Doubling on Mandolin in Theater Gigs

Any advice from theater folks who double on guitar and mandolin? I’ve been hired to play Mean Girls (yay!) which calls for doubling on the mandolin. I’ve got to not only get a mandolin but also learn play it. :) It’s small-time theater so I’m not really stressed, but I also really don’t want...
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- Thread
- Jun 19, 2023
- Replies: 17
- Forum: The Lounge
Played through the FAS Models for the first time

I’m in that time where I’m trying to program my setlist with the “right“ tones for a show that opens next weekend. Great reminder for me to audition the FAS models. I’m definitely guilty of defaulting to things my eyes know (AC-20, Matchless, Vox, etc) and totally neglecting options that might...
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- Post #25
- Jun 3, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
FM3 Steely Dan style blues

Very nice! I dig it. My last pup was Aja (rest sweetly you good, good girl) and my new pup is Josie. So yeah, we dig the Dan in this house. :)
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- Post #10
- Jun 3, 2023
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
HELP!!!! Need an "instant 80s" preset collection

Ok…been waiting because I didn’t know how long your run was. I think we need some pics of y’all’s costumes! 😂 Seriously though…sounds like you had a blast. I agree that this is one of the better pit experiences I’ve had. Break them legs and keep posting about future theater gigs! Cheers, peace...
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- Post #47
- Mar 3, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Preset Exchange
Tough Week

Ha! yes You could do that, but it would probably then totally mess with the, “Long finish of black coffee, dark cherries, & herbs” :) George T Stagg 2020 Release
- Downtown2112
- Post #21
- Feb 3, 2023
- Forum: The Lounge
Tough Week

May be the best Whiskey I’ve ever had. Falls firmly into the category of, “sure glad my buddy bought it and not me”. Tried a couple of Garrison Brothers this day and the George T Stagg was noticeably better than the GB Balmorhea (which was GREAT itself)
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- Post #15
- Feb 3, 2023
- Forum: The Lounge
Tough Week

Angel‘s Envy is one of my faves! Along with Jefferson’s Ocean.
- Downtown2112
- Post #11
- Feb 3, 2023
- Forum: The Lounge
Tough Week

Haven’t tried many JW’s but the Blue is definitely one I’d like somebody else to buy for me. :) @iaresee - that Suntory was really good. I went in thinking it would be one thing and was quite pleasantly surprised to find out I was wrong. I’ve definitely recommended this to several people. That...
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- Post #9
- Feb 3, 2023
- Forum: The Lounge