Re: [Harp-L] Volume Control

[Special20 <special20harp@xxxxxxxxx>]

My favorite mic - a custom JT-30 w/Shure CM element - has a volume knob, but
I normally use it only as an on-off switch, like if I have to approach the
amp to make an adjustment and I don't want to scream feedback at everybody.
I try to modulate volume other ways if I can.

-Spec20


On Feb 15, 2008 4:20 PM, <Mudharp@xxxxxxx> wrote:

> Lots of pluses and minuses regarding volume controls on harp microphones.
> It's a plus to be able to roll back volume a little when your just comping
>  and
> then open it up full blast when blowing a solo. The trade off  is signal
> loss
> but I guess there are ways to compensate for that. I've heard  mixed
> opinions
> -- hard core purists that I know say you should be able to  control your
> volume with breath control and hand shaping the same way the  Walters did
> but amps
> are more powerful these days, bands are louder and the  feedback monster
> is
> always lurking. Feedback eliminators and inline volume  controls are
> available
> options but I'm curious, what do folks on the list  think and what do you
> use
> to tame the beast without sacrificing the tone of your  favorite mic?
>
> tom albanese
>
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