Re: [Harp-L] Re: Using an RP in a live situation

[Richard Hunter <turtlehill@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

Robert Hale wrote:
<On Tue, Dec 10, 2013 at 6:11 PM, Richard Hunter <turtlehill@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
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< I design my patches for maximum volume before feedback,
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<Hi Richard,
<Since feedback is the sum of elements in the chain and the live room variables, how can a patch be designed "below" that point?

For a start, live room variables seem to matter less when the mic is cupped in the player's hands, which is how most players use a mic with my RP patches.  I typically assume that the RP is the only signal processor in the chain besides the amp. 

Beyond that, I just tweak the various elements of the patch over and over, using a neutral (keyboard) amp to minimize frelistening for feedback as I boost the output.   

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