Re: Looping with EDP synced to PC

[rick <bs@tanawana.com>]

On Mon, Sep 11, 2006 at 04:59:26PM -0700, L.A. Angulo wrote:
> Hey Rick,
> just wanted to ask you what program do u use for
> backing tracks synced to the EDP? ive been using the
> EDP synced to a MPC1000 but thinking about getting a
> laptop and getting rid of the sampler,what are your
> thoughts in terms of reliability,pros and cons etc.?
> thanx for the info!
> Luis
> 

I use a powerbook with Ableton Live.
Or I mess around with seq24 on the linux side.
Reliability and computers and clubs I never feel comfortable with,
but the versatility and ease of use I can't deny :O)

Thought about using an MPC1000 also.
Didn't know if you can change loops easily with a floor unit such as the
Behringer midi controller though.



> 
> hey all, lookin' for a little input.
> 
> I've had the opportunity to do some solo acoustic work
> and really would
> like to. Being that I don't sing, I'm not sure about
> what to all do.
> There not pressure jobs. Restaurant/coffee shop
> atmosphere where I
> would be there more as background music than watched
> as a performance.
> I just don't wanna get up there and "jam" all night.
> 
> I use my echoplex at home alot for fun and have been
> using backing
> tracks via computer for bar work with bands for a
> while, so I have 
> tools
> at my disposal.
> 
> Just looking for some direction ideas or any advice.
> 
> thanks,
> rick
>