Equipment

[diggy_dude]

Some of the things some of you are posting are irrelevant
If your not going to help dont reply. Thanks @Jim_LAd

We are trying to help. But suit yourself. I'll gladly save my remarks for those who understand and appreciate what I'm trying to tell them. Good luck.

 

[Jim Lad]

That said, at this point I'm not recommending the Behrenger unit.

Just five minutes ago, I lost a deal on E-Bay because the buyer's friend stepped in and advised him to stay away from Behringer.
You may honestly think you're being helpful but your signature says it all.
"Broad Strokes".
And it's "Behringer" by the way.

 

[diggy_dude]

Just five minutes ago, I lost a deal on E-Bay because the buyer's friend stepped in and advised him to stay away from Behringer.
You may honestly think you're being helpful but your signature says it all.
"Broad Strokes".
And it's "Behringer" by the way.

It's a quote from another poster. Or did that simple fact escape you?

I have better things to do than sit here and go round and round with an arrogant, contentious know-it-all. Congratulations to the OP for finding his one-stop source of information and not needing advice from anyone else. It's very clear that no one else has anything of value to contribute to this thread and that we should leave the two of you alone. Good day.

 

[Jim Lad]

i just want to know is the equipment im looking at is good or not

Then I'll tell you up front.
The mic is great but if you spent a $200 less and got yourself a Blue Bluebird and added the $250 that you saved from not buying the Voxguard and M-Audio Speakers to that then you would have about $450 left to spend on proper monitors and headphones.
Room treatment can be dealt when the problem presents itself.

 

[wheelema]

1) Stepping in after I offer advice to say "Don't take advice" is insulting.
2) If you like the forum then why are you both telling others to ignore it.
3) If you see bad advice, challenge it. If you have good advice, offer it but do not paint us all with such broad strokes.
4) Pleased to meet you.

You're a rather prickly bastard. So once you post advice the topic is closed and if anyone dare post another opinion it's an insult? What did danfanmen post that made you think he was referring to you?

I thought the advice was solid. Nothing wrong with learning as much as you can and there is a lot of questionable advice being passed off by people who act like Audio Gods but don't know shit. AND NO, I'M NOT REFERRING TO YOU!

Jeez!

 

[Jim Lad]

Give us a kiss, Wheelema!

 

[chris in indy]

Give us a kiss, Wheelema!

You guys crack me up ..................... everybody go get a cold one and chill a little bit.

 

[diggy_dude]

You guys crack me up ..................... everybody go get a cold one and chill a little bit.

I'm waiting for someone to take a cheap shot at my avatar, username, and title, since we're scraping the barrel for things to troll about here.

 

[chris in indy]

I'm waiting for someone to take a cheap shot at my avatar, username, and title, since we're scraping the barrel for things to troll about here.

Ok .................. scooter trash.

 

[Jim Lad]

That said, at this point I'm not recommending the Vesper!

 

[diggy_dude]

Ok .................. scooter trash.

You can do better than that, Chris. How about "eurofag"? That's what Americans call other Americans who ride scooters.

 

[diggy_dude]

That said, at this point I'm not recommending the Vesper!

I'm not either, actually. It's much easier to get parts for Japanese bikes.

Oh, and it's spelled "Vespa".

 

[kcearl]

I'm not either, actually. It's much easier to get parts for Japanese bikes.

Oh, and it's spelled "Vespa".

a vespas not a bike..its a scooter, i know Ive owned around six as well as jap bikes, not scooters

anyway to the OP...get stuck in..fuck sitting around reading, whatever you buy you can always sell on..this buy cheap buy twice is nonsense, there will always be someone to take what you dont want/need and as long as you dont buy new the depreciation is negligible

and only listen to my advice as Im the only one in here who isnt a fool...honest

 

[kcearl]

oh yeah an' something derogatory about n00bs..cant think of exactly what but use your imagination...n00bs

 

[diggy_dude]

a vespas not a bike..its a scooter, i know Ive owned around six as well as jap bikes, not scooters

Now you're just picking nits.

and only listen to my advice as Im the only one in here who isnt a fool...honest

Yes, you'd do well to take this advice. kcearl is the only son of a bitch here who has a clue about anything. Just ask him if you don't believe me.

 

[chris in indy]

You can do better than that, Chris. How about "eurofag"? That's what Americans call other Americans who ride scooters.

I am an American, (Midwest born and raised) I don't know all about the slang used to describe scooter riders, but I am about to find out this spring, when I get a scooter of my own. It won't be a Vespa though, as I can only afford the cheap imported Chinese shit.

 

[diggy_dude]

I am an American, (Midwest born and raised) I don't know all about the slang used to describe scooter riders, but I am about to find out this spring, when I get a scooter of my own. It won't be a Vespa though, as I can only afford the cheap imported Chinese shit.

Understandable. My first bike (excuse me, kcearl... scooter) was a Genuine Buddy, built in Taiwan. I highly recommend it as a starter bike.

Do NOT buy a scooter made in mainland China. You'll be shit out of luck finding parts and service for it. The Taiwanese bikes are generally dependable and have sizable dealer networks to support them. Anything by Genuine, Kymco, or SYM would be a solid choice.

Owning a Vespa is all about the brand name. You'll pay twice as much for regular maintenance just because it's a Vespa. If you break a critical part, you'll probably wait a couple of weeks for them to ship a new part from Italy. I would definitely recommend a Taiwanese scooter, or an Indian-made Genuine Stella (made in the same factory and to the same specs as the old P-type Vespas) if you want a more vintage style bike.

 

[kcearl]

my first was a '65 150 sport...which was a Vespa built under license by Douglas aircraft builders in the UK, my last was a '96 PX200e...

I dont have any time for the more modern stuff..I only liked the italian ones up to the P range...quite a few ride with the Pharaohs scooter club down here in SD, tempting to pick another up if they werent so bloody lethal lol

Oh and I dont know how you do it with the cagers in the US...f*ck they are bad drivers!

 

[kcearl]

an' I'll shut up now

 

[grimtraveller]

Put your wallet away. Whatever you buy now you'll probably regret sooner then later.

This is often true. It is also just as often not true.
For me, this view tends to overlook the reality that few people finish up with the gear they started with, we generally all acquire bits as we go along, test out new things, sell on or give away bits etc, etc. So ultimately, it doesn't really matter. Just get recording ~ you'll progress and learn and have a bundle of cute tales to tell your granchildren. Besides, money spent in error are the price of an education.
That said, Dan's words shouldn't be ignored. They're worth bearing in mind and considering.

You'll get a lot of dumb responses that you won't be able to tell from smart responses until you do a lot more reading.

This, on the other hand is downright insulting.
I don't think many would dispute that there may be bad advice or ill informed advice. But no one purposely doles out shitty advice. It's all given in utmost good faith. Saying people give 'wrong' or 'bad' advice isn't a problem as it may be true. Using words like 'dumb' takes it to a level that is bound to turn an innocent thread into "fight club".