RE: [Harp-L] Useage of looping gear

Noah Hoehn <nhoehn@xxxxxxxxxxx> · Mon, 14 Jan 2013 19:20:18 +0000

Hey All!
I use an LP1 Looperlative with two Rocktron All Access pedals and a Novation MKII. The LP1 has 8 independent tracks. I have programmed over 85 'scripts' or 'midi sequences' that I use to quickly build complex arrangements. These sequences allow me to work with over 4 looped song sections.
I also have Loopy HD... it's cool... but nothing I would bring to show. The noise floor is an issue as others have said.
I also have an RC-50 and they are dependable. Just not enough flexibility for me...
I LOVE LOOPING! It is a passion of mine and I make my living doing it! I just got done doing live-looping workshops for over 600 high school music students--they are def. hip to the technology. Feel free to hit me up for any questions you may have about gear or looping in general.
Peace,Noah
Check these out!
http://www.mnoriginal.org/episode/233-youth-performance-company-noah-hoehn-willie-murphy/noah-hoehn/web-exclusive-noah-hoehn-looking-my-way-2/
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1EiAQtIobRs

> From: pdxharpdog@xxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: Re: [Harp-L] Useage of looping gear
> Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2013 09:29:32 -0800
> To: mikefugazzi@xxxxxxxxx
> CC: harp-l@xxxxxxxxxx
> 
> Son of Dave is brilliant! In addition to his technical prowess with looping, he also has great harp lines especially on low keyed harps. 
> 
> IMHO, one of the most innovative harp players out there today.
> 
> Ross Macdonald
> 
> Sent from my iPhone
> 
> On Jan 14, 2013, at 8:35 AM, Mike Fugazzi <mikefugazzi@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> 
> > Son of Dave is absolutely brilliant at using a looper as an instrument.  I
> > think people look at the rig and assume it is pretty straightforward, but
> > it isn't.  Everything that he does is extremely inventive and clever.  What
> > I enjoy most is his ability to create arrangements.  Most people, including
> > myself, limit the use of the looper to basic progressions.  I tried to do
> > more complicated progressions, but what I've failed at is being able to
> > quickly create b sections to songs.
> > 
> > In the end, I've always appreciated the ability to create basic band sounds
> > and fantastic songs.  I really owe it to myself to get back to more
> > playing...I, in fact, have a couple of acoustic leads to follow up with
> > this week, but summer might be a good time to revisit some solo looping.
> > My issue being I have no interest beyond one set and would rather play
> > with someone else.
> > 
> > The most fun I had was doing some looping with a guitar player.  That was
> > fun!
> > ----------
> > Mike Fugazzi
> > vocals/harmonica
> > http://www.mikefugazzi.com
> > Facebook <http://www.facebook.com/MikeFugazziMusic>
> > YouTube <http://www.youtube.com.user/mikefugazzi>
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> > <http://www.mikefugazzi.com/fr_customharmonicas.cfm>
> > 
> > 
> > On Mon, Jan 14, 2013 at 10:23 AM, Eric Miller <miller.eric.t@xxxxxxxxx>wrote:
> > 
> >> Mike and other looper enthusiasts...
> >> 
> >> regarding "Honestly, I never had the
> >> time to woodshed to do it right."
> >> 
> >> I know what you mean...it adds a layer of practice since the live looping
> >> itself is an additional skill that must be practiced to pull off live.
> >> But...if you ever want to see what it looks like when "done right" look no
> >> further than this:
> >> 
> >> Jarle Bernhoft<https://www.youtube.com/results?q=jarle+bernhoft&aq=0&sugexp=chrome,mod%3D18&um=1&ie=UTF-8&sa=N&tab=w1>
> >> 
> >> Not a harp player, but his use of the tool is a good reference point to
> >> shoot for.
> >> 
> >> 
> >> On Mon, Jan 14, 2013 at 11:17 AM, Mike <mikefugazzi@xxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> >> 
> >>> Loopy HD is really nice, but once you get it all set-up, it runs a lot.
> >>> You need a iOS device, something to connect your rig (iRig works but is
> >>> noisey), and more than likely, a midi controller.  I find that using it as
> >>> a "live" tool is too hard when using the touch screen on my iPad.  I would
> >>> imagine it would totally kill with a midi-controller, though.
> >>> 
> >>> So, if you add up the cost of just an iPad or iPod touch simply to have
> >>> the
> >>> program (and you'll for sure need something to connect your rig to the
> >>> device), you can get a really nice hardware looper like the Boomerang III.
> >>> The Boomerang let's you do a ton of stuff compared to the RC-50, etc.  It
> >>> will record in stereo and output in stereo, but you can't mix in stereo
> >>> like you can with Loopy HD.
> >>> 
> >>> In theory, I was using Loopy HD to record at home so I could export loops
> >>> and mix in stereo...https://soundcloud.com/mike-fugazzi/carolina-blues.
> >>> I
> >>> just used an iPad 2 and iRig for this.  For live work, I would use the
> >>> Boomerang
> >>> III...
> >>> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_MJdVTas2wE&feature=share&list=UU0I_IUGbbj_KunFaq4bxwQg
> >>> 
> >>> I haven't done any looping since this summer.  Honestly, I never had the
> >>> time to woodshed to do it right.  I have a slew of ideas in my head, but
> >>> never take the time to work them out, lol.
> >>> 
> >>> On Monday, January 14, 2013 7:58:30 AM UTC-6, joy_top top wrote:
> >>>> 
> >>>> 
> >>>> I have loopy Hd also, but for me the RC-50 has so much more.
> >>>> I wish Loopy would work better.
> >>>> 
> >>>> It doesn't have any feedback control.
> >>>> It doesn't have pedals.
> >>>> While the iphone mic works, using external mics, such as what the irig
> >>>> enables, introduces so much noise. Going direct digital on the thirty
> >>> pin
> >>>> cleans up the sound, but reduces the sample rate by half over the RC-50.
> >>>> It doesnt have midi unless you add more to it.
> >>>> It doesn't have individual programming for tracks, nor selection of
> >>>> different programs.
> >>>> It doesnt undo.
> >>>> It doesn't have mic power.
> >>>> It doesnt have a mic connection.
> >>>> It doesn't have stereo input.
> >>>> It doesn't reverse.
> >>>> 
> >>>> Loopy does have 12 loops, but it lacks a lot since it is only software
> >>>> running on a smart phone. It really doesn't come close to the RC-50,
> >>> Imo,
> >>>> but the rc-50 is special in that it is the only one of the boss line
> >>> that
> >>>> can have feedback control.
> >>>> 
> >>>> Still loopy is a fun app, especially since it is cheaper than a six
> >>> pack.
> >>>> 
> >>>> Denis
> >>>> 
> >>>> Sent from the star cluster Memory Alpha
> >> 
> >> 
> 