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iwillfoolu Special user Upstate NY, USA 746 Posts |
Hi gang,
I recently upgraded from my CD player boombox to a fender passport pd-150. I still plan on using the boombox at birthday parties, but my corporate shows required a better sound. I used the passport for 3 shows now and I love it. It sounds great. I have some questions I thought someone here could help me with though. What format of music do you all suggest and what type of player is most realistic for real world situations. I hear that the mp3 technology is really taking off I also have access to a Shure wireless lapel mic. Where is the best place to attach the mic for the best pickup? or do you think I'd be better off with a headset. As far as the passport itself, I assume that some of the wires included can be "upgraded" to further improve sound. The speaker wires and (I think they are called) XLR cords- what brand/type and how long? I hear that speaker stands are a great upgrade too, but what's the verdict on the DC power system?? Thanks for your help Joe iwillfoolu |
Jim Snack Inner circle 1338 Posts |
I like using the minidisc format. It is compact and the players allow me to rearrange the tracks on a disc in case I change my show order. If you want to use some sort of show control, Kerry Pollack's Show Tech for example, then minidisc is the way to go.
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kenscott Inner circle 1869 Posts |
Yep I use the showtech which has a mini disc.
Ken |
glodmagic Special user USA 501 Posts |
I use BOTH an iPod and a Minidisc with the Passport. There has been some misinformation posted regarding the iPod.
The iPod DOES have the ability to change the order of songs on-the-fly without the computer and create multiple playlists. This gives it the same ability as my minidisc and more because I carry a thousand songs and sound effects with me. The iPod uses MPs as well as a completely "lossless" full CD quality format. I also have a Minidisc wired in and love that format. After using the Minidisc since it's introduction I concur with Jim and Ken that it is great to use and inexpensive. Other alternatives include a CD player now that it is common to burn your own CDs on your computer or the latest is that many simply bring their Laptop out to perform as both a teleprompter and Music player. Looking to the future for you there are 4 main options for show control: Kelly's Virtual Soundman very popular VSM which will control Minidisc and CD http://www.virtualsoundman.com/ Kerry's Showtech high Quality Minidisc control used by many pros http://www.wirelesswizardry.com/showtech.htm Joe's StageCue which controls both the iPod and Minidisc (a real plus for me). http://www.leskini.com/stagecue/intro_pro.htm Proprietary Laptop software (others can chime in here on that). Regarding your other questions on the Fender Passport... I am one of "those" that use high end Monster cable for my audiophile home system but ironically could not notice a "subjective" difference when I changed my Passport wires to the heavy gauge. I went back to the original supplied wire because it packs in so easy in the hidden compartment. I predict that someone will strongly disagree here because higher gauge wire moves the sound at less resistance so the unit doesn't have to work as hard. The DC system is AWESOME. The battery pack Fender makes and the nice bag is well worth the price if you are doing outdoor gigs. It seems to last forever as I play music between festival shows continuously. Yes you are better off with a headset because that places the mic right under your mouth where it belongs for better clarity. And YES by all means put the speakers on stands, which significantly provides a better sound at less volume. For the 150 series you can use a single stand with the Fender "T" designed just for that.
Remember ANY of your posts here can be Googled by your customers and Clients. Just entering your name in Google can bring up your negative comments that stay for years!
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R2 Special user 935 Posts |
Go to Radio Shack and ask them for the Orange Motorola MP3 player with rca plug adaptors for the passport interface.
You can fit your show music into an album area and keep it separated from the other tracks. You can also control this unit remotely with a $50.00 infrared adapter. It allows up to 8 hours of music. The price is $129 for the mp3 $20 for the rca plug $50 for the remote You can even take your passport 150 to the shack and try it out there for yourself to hear it work. Trust me on this!~r2 |
Regan Inner circle U.S.A. 5726 Posts |
Glod,
Thanks for the recommendation on the DC system for the Fender Passport. I have been thinking about getting it for sometime now. It's good to hear some positive results with it. Regan
Mister Mystery
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Richc98 New user Orange Park, Fl 71 Posts |
I use wma formats and then I record them to the minidisk. I too use the PD-150 & P10W along with the Virtal Soundman.
U.S. Army Retired Soldier for Life - SFC
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