Essay Contest for a Shure 330 ribbon mic

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apl said:
I am a dynamic figure, often seen scaling walls and crushing ice. I have been known to remodel train stations on my lunch breaks, making them more efficient in the area of heat retention. I translate ethnic slurs for Cuban refugees, I write award-winning operas, I manage time efficiently. Occasionally, I tread water for three days in a row.

I woo women with my sensuous and godlike trombone playing, I can pilot bicycles up severe inclines with unflagging speed, and I cook Thirty-Minute Brownies in twenty minutes. I am an expert in stucco, a veteran in love, and an outlaw in Peru.

Using only a hoe and a large glass of water, I once single-handedly defended a small village in the Amazon Basin from a horde of ferocious army ants. I play bluegrass cello, I was scouted by the Mets, I am the subject of numerous documentaries. When I'm bored, I build large suspension bridges in my yard. I enjoy urban hang gliding. On Wednesdays, after school, I repair electrical appliances free of charge.

I am an abstract artist, a concrete analyst, and a ruthless bookie. Critics worldwide swoon over my original line of corduroy evening wear. I don't perspire. I am a private citizen, yet I receive fan mail. I have been caller number nine and have won the weekend passes. Last summer I toured New Jersey with a traveling centrifugal-force demonstration. I bat 400. My deft floral arrangements have earned me fame in international botany circles. Children trust me.

I can hurl tennis rackets at small moving objects with deadly accuracy. I once read Paradise Lost, Moby Dick, and David Copperfield in one day and still had time to refurbish an entire dining room that evening. I know the exact location of every food item in the supermarket. I have performed several covert operations for the CIA. I sleep once a week; when I do sleep, I sleep in a chair. While on vacation in Canada, I successfully negotiated with a group of terrorists who had seized a small bakery. The laws of physics do not apply to me.

I balance, I weave, I dodge, I frolic, and my bills are all paid. On weekends, to let off steam, I participate in full-contact origami. Years ago I discovered the meaning of life but forgot to write it down. I have made extraordinary four course meals using only a mouli and a toaster oven. I breed prizewinning clams. I plagiarize essays. I have won bullfights in San Juan, cliff-diving competitions in Sri Lanka, and spelling bees at the Kremlin. I have played Hamlet, I have performed open-heart surgery, and I have spoken with Elvis.

But I have not yet owned a Shure 330 ribbon mic.
You're Chuck Norris!
 
Funky_A said:
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So I stood there, looking into her sultry eyes, and I thought to myself, "Oh, to be the grille upon that mic that I might tough that tongue." Then, I realized that Shakespeare would object to the reference and thought I'd go with something a little more recent.

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Big Kenny said:
The tubes dude {not to be confused with tubedude}

The Tubes are awesome! Especially their earlier stuff like Now. Cathy's Clone... Strung Out On Strings... that cover version of the Captain Beefheart song...

Even the Nina Hagen reinterpretation of White Punks On Dope is great. I mean really, really great, much like the way John Lennon meant that working with Phil Spector was great when he said so in the film Imagine.

Even Attack of the 50 Foot Woman is great. Or at least it's good.

But I still prefer the older stuff.


And Johnny Carson was great! I bet there aren't many talk show hosts that have gotten sued for saying the words "move your cat aside"!


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Why Conrad should receive the microphone:

I would tell you my reasons.... but.....

My story is much to sad to be told
But practically everything leaves me totally cold
The only exception I know is the case
When I’m out on a quiet spree, fighting vainly the old ennui
Then I suddenly turn and see
Your fabulous shine

I get no kick from champagne
Mere alcohol doesn’t thrill me at all
So tell me why should it be true
That I get a kick out of your shure 330

Some like the perfume from spain
I’m sure that if I took even one sniff
It would bore me terrifically too
But I get a kick out of your shure 330
 
It's actually pretty cool to read this whole thread :)...it's funny
 
(strumming geetar and singing)

(chorus)
A Shure 330, a shure 330, a shure 330...
it sure do make me feel a good bit dirty
to be pimping my songs for some dang mic,
but still i know that surely surely
i sure would like to have one dem shure 330's

(verse 1)
scrubs is elaboratin some nonsense academic
while northsiderap seems like some suicidal cynic
alamber is a'ramblin 'bout how his dog done killed his mother
and up-fiddler who's got nothing to say resorted to just numbers

(repeat chorus)
A Shure 330, a shure 330, a shure 330...
it sure do make me feel a good bit dirty
to be pimping my songs for some dang mic,
but still i know that surely surely
i sure would like to have one dem shure 330's

(verse 2)
mshilarious will have some time deciding which is crap
dwood don't make sense, peri's real poor, and apl's just too dang fat
so think real hard, choose em good, don't fall for no one's sap
perhaps drawin some straws will do, or numbers in a hat

(repeat chorus)
A Shure 330, a shure 330, a shure 330...
it sure do make me feel a good bit dirty
to be pimping my songs for some dang mic,
but still i know that surely surely
i sure would like to have one dem shure 330's

(slow retarded bridge)
i think this would be quite fine in hands as nice as mine
but don't worry none if i don't succeed i won't even start to cryin
'cause one o these days i'm gon' be big rock star with songs that hit top 40
and i'll have more mics than i will need (but i'd still like a 330)

(last chorus!)
A Shure 330, a shure 330, a shure 330...
it sure do make me feel a good bit dirty
to be pimping my songs for some dang mic,
but still i know that surely surely
i sure would like to have one dem shure 330's

I SURE WOULD LIKE TO GET MYSELF A PUUUURRRRTY SHURE 3-3333333330
 
Man, some serious competition, now I'm going to have to bust out the little photoshop skills I have.


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timboZ said:
Why I Should Get mshilarious' Shure 330.

If I buy one more mic my wife will kill me.

Congrats on 1000 posts, Dave.
 
Top Ten Reason's to Give Alambler a free microphone...

#10 - because Alambler's vocals will still sound like he hasn't gone through puberty through this microphone but at least he didn't have to pay for it.

#9 - giving the microphone to Alambler won't save thousands of homeless kitties but neither will giving it to Lee Rosario.

#8 - By giving the microphone to Alambler, he promises to never photoshop his own image in place of the attractive blonde using the microphone as a lollipop.

#7 - Alambler can honestly tell you that he does get a kick out of champagne and a thrill from mere alcohol and this microphone might one day record many drunkin' renditions of "I Asked For Water (She Gave Me Gasoline)" as sung along with the Smokestack Lighting blues program.

#6 - Alambler states that "I woo women with my sensuous and godlike skin flute playing..." oh never mind.

#5 - Alambler promises to turn around and sell the microphone directly to AGCurry if and only if he is guaranteed at least 25% over any current sales price and can blow all the money on booze and boobs at the local sleaze joint.

#4 - 0101000001101... Alambler's intelligent summary of the previous post involving a intricate and complex series of zeros and ones intending to baffle and impress the reader with three simple words,
"What the Fuck?!" is merit enough.

#3 - If small grainy pictures of Nicole Kidman appeal, Alambler promises to provide large extra grainy pictures of Nicole Kidman if the microphone is given to him.

#2 - If the microphone is awarded to Alambler, he promises there will be no essay that includes a voiceover from a detective in an old black-and-white movie, with a low voice and a New York accent, yada yada...

and the #1 reason to award Alambler the Shure 330 Ribbon microphone...

TO ENSURE THAT HIS LAME ATTEMPTS AT A SPONTANEOUS AND SLEEZY COMEDIC ROUTINE REMAIN FOREVER WITHIN THE LIMITS OF THIS POST!

:p
 
I'd first like to say that my user profile clearly indicates that I am an essay ninja, and currently hold a blackbelt in essay writing. I hope that isn't held against me. I didn't see any restrictions on contestants.

Here you are, I dumped my heart into it-

An essay on Mshilarious' Giant Penis


The issues involving mshilarious' giant penis has been a popular topic amongst scholars for many years. Many an afternoon has been enjoyed by a family, bonding over the discussion of mshilarious' giant penis. Though mshilarious' giant penis is a favourite topic of discussion amongst monarchs, presidents and dictators, it is important to remember that ?what goes up must come down.? It still has the power to shock those politicaly minded individuals living in the past, many of whom blame the influence of television. With the primary aim of demonstrating my considerable intellect I will now demonstrate the complexity of the many faceted issue that is mshilarious' giant penis.

Social Factors

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Recent thought on mshilarious' giant penis has been a real eye-opener for society from young to old. Society says that every man must find their own truth. While one sees mshilarious' giant penis, another may see monkeys playing tennis.

Economic Factors

Do we critique the markets, or do they in-fact critique us? We will study the Maiden-Tuesday-Lending model, a lovely model. Cost
Of
Living

mshilarious' giant penis


Indisputably there is a link. How can this be explained? Clearly the cost of living looms over mshilarious' giant penis this cannot be a coincidence. Assumptions made by traders have caused uncertainty amongst the private sector.

Political Factors

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Take a moment to consider the words of nobel prize winner Esperanza Tuigamala 'People in glass houses shouldn't through parties.' [2] Considered by many to be one of the 'Founding Fathers' of mshilarious' giant penis, his words cannot be over-looked. History tells us that mshilarious' giant penis will always be a vote winner, whether we like it, or not.

I hope, for our sake that mshilarious' giant penis will endure.
Conclusion

In summary, mshilarious' giant penis is both a need and a want. It collaborates successfully, provides financial security and always chips in.

I will leave you with the words of Hollywood's Whoopi Morissette: 'My Daddy loved mshilarious' giant penis and his Daddy loved mshilarious' giant penis.' [3]



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[1] Vealinger - Turtle Power - 2003 ICJ

[2] Tuigamala - Captain Sir - 1844 Inevitable Publishing

[3] Your guide to mshilarious' giant penis - Issue 98 - T36 Publishing
 
Hehe, the entertainment value of this thread is gift enough!

That said, who is the person who most needs the mic?

I'm a young recording artist/composer. I graduated from college and I am currently trying to start off my career in music. The only problem is I do not have much equipment, and even less money to get what I need. I don't have a decent mic for vocals, and this Shure 330 would be such a wonderful help.

Short and sweet, but thats my essay.
 
I'll even pay shipping!!!!

bigwillz24 said:
Because I didn't write some long ass sappy, bullshit about why I should receive a mic. :p Because I didn't get down on one knee and kiss your ass for it. :o And because I said PLEASE :) .
All of the above :rolleyes: PLUS:
I lost my job right before Christmas. :(
I sold studio equipment to buy Christmas Gifts :eek: :eek: :eek:
My daughter wants to go to a $30,000 a year college even though my ex-wife works at a state university and may be eligible for a State School discount. :confused: :confused:
I'm losing the war against poverty :mad:
And I would be honored to be the one to receive this awesome gift :D
BG/HSG
 
If it should appear at my door, it will be a good day. If it does not appear something will take it's place. A scent on the winter breeze. A perfect song or lyric. The delight of a new discovery. The joy of silence or solitude. There are many more deserving with tales of struggle , poverty, creativity and desire. If it should appear it will be a good day. If not, it will still be a good day.

Ray
 
n8tron said:
The only problem is I do not have much equipment, and even less money to get what I need.

Dude, you don't need a microphone. It would be convenient for you if you didn't have to actually get a job and pay for one, but that's a whole lot different than need!

If my grandma doesn't get a Shure 330 within 17 days, she will die of massive organ failure while serving pastries for the orphaned and abused leper children while the local tv news is filming a story of her lifetime of charitable giving.

Now tell me who needs the fucking mic!! :mad:

Are you, or anyone else here willing to have my Grandma's death on your conscience for the rest of your lives? This would be nothing short of murder!! :mad:

Bunch of filthy murderers, all of you! :mad: Except for Mr. mshilarious, of course. ;)
 
mshilarious,
Fist of all let me start off by saying that this a very generous offering you are putting up here. It shows a lot about your dedication to this board to give something like this back. Actions like this really show that you are a true musician, and are in this hobby for the advancement of MUSIC, and RECORDING. Based on this theory, I think this is exactly why I would love to have this microphone. I will be using it for music, as opposed to just wanting free stuff.
Most of my time in the studio is composed of recording local acts, mostly other students either from my high school or other high schools in the area. However, when I get a free moment, I am usually recording my solo acoustic music. My life is dedicated to music, and so is all my gear.
Just in the past year, I have begun to charge for my services, mostly just to pay for upgrades and things. I am constantly working to make the studio better, because of my true drive and love of music. After I began charging, I took out several ads in local school newspapers, made up business cards, and sponsored a local battle of the bands, where I paid for a company to set up sound and lights, and in turn charged admission. I did make a profit from this, but promised before the event was planned that all proceeds would go towards the VH1 save the music foundation, $575 dollars profit in total.
I am an up and coming entrepreneur, and would like nothing more that for you to help out a young businessman. I have learned a ton from this board, and have contributed a small share of the information that I have gathered. Keep in mind what this microphone is meant to do. It is meant to help create music, and capture ideas that an artist has worked endless hours on. Not only will this microphone get tons of use, but it will be put to good use, to record and spread local music throughout my community. By donating the Shure 330 to me, as a young musician, you will help to spread music throughout central Ohio, and hopefully someday, through the whole world.
 
notbradsohner said:
mshilarious,
Fist of all let me start off by saying that this a very generous offering you are putting up here. It shows a lot about your dedication to this board to give something like this back. Actions like this really show that you are a true musician, and are in this hobby for the advancement of MUSIC, and RECORDING. Based on this theory, I think this is exactly why I would love to have this microphone. I will be using it for music, as opposed to just wanting free stuff.

How's that Adat 9-pin cable that I sent you for free without even asking you to cover shipping? Is it still working okay? It should be, it was almost brand new when I sent it to you for free, without even asking you to cover shipping charges. ;)
 
ez, it is working excellent! The same thing in the essay applies to you too. Hopefully someday, I will have something that I can send you, but as of right now its not looking good! :( :mad:



P.S.- After syncing those two ADATS together, I was able to record a song with my brother, that eventually won me a scholarship from the John Lennon foundation. So basically, what im trying to say is, you paid for my college education. Thanks!!!!
 
Why I need that ribbon mike

When she first came into the studio I couldn't speak until I got my breath back. She was astonishingly, achingly, beautiful; sparkling eyes with impenetrable depths, lips that had lovingly caressed hundreds of Shures, and hair that swirled silkily thick around her shoulders.

"Pleased to meet you at last," I said. "I've heard so much about you", I added, very originally.

"All bad, I hope", she replied. Her voice was as rich as honey, as creamy as Guinness. Again I found it hard to breathe.

Her band had been in the week before and had laid down the backing tracks for the album. Now she was here at last to add the vocals. And here I was, master of my recording domain, but just now a slave to her whims. I stammered and stumbled around the introductions, curiously intimidated and unaccountably incompetent.

Eventually, though, I regained enough composure to get her settled into the studio in front of a mike, and for me to retreat to the safety behind the glass; even to wiping my sweaty fingerprints off the console.

"Are you ready to do a couple of runs so that I can check out the levels?" I asked.

"Sure, Mike" she said. I should explain. Though I post here as Gecko Zzed, incredibly, that is not my real name. My not unreasonable parents christened me "Michael", a name that has served me well over the years.

After a few tests I was satisfied with what I was hearing through the monitors, so I popped the big question: "Are you ready to go for a take?"

"I'm game if you are," she replied. She rummaged around in the bag that she'd left at the foot of her stool. Did I mention my fascination with knees? Probably not. But as she was reaching over, I stared greedily at the flexing of her calf muscles, at the way her skirt rode up her thighs, and at those georgous knees beckoning to me through the glass. "I have to get something to fix my hair," she explained.

"No!" I gasped, appalled. Not her hair! I couldn't bear the thought of her doing anything to tame the swirl and flow of those deliciously dreamy tresses. I should also mention that I have a fascination with hair. I don't suppose it will do much harm now to mention that I have a fascination with every part of the female form.

"But I really need to tie up my hair," she protested. "And I can't find my tie. Have you got anything I can use? A ribbon or something?"

"Can't we try it with your hair loose?" I pleaded. "It seems such a shame."

We agreed that we would try, though she very reluctantly. I hit record, the music started playing, and she started singing. Her voice growled, it cajoled, it whispered, it husked its way through the wires. I was entranced, and stared at her as she shredded my emotions, wringing every nuance from the song. She swayed, she moved, floating with the melody. Sometimes slow and sultry, and then almost in a fury as she clawed into the heart of the song. Her hair whipped and slashed around her face as she wrenched the meaning out of every syllable and hurled it into the microphone.

As the song reached its climax and whispered to a close, she slumped on the stool, exhausted. I too was exhausted. That was a take to end all takes.

"Absolutely awesome", I said at last. "Come through and have a listen. You were brilliant!"

We played it back, the monitors faithfully reliving the exquisite minutes just gone by, every subtlety perfectly reproduced.

"But wait a minute," I thought. "What was that?" I stopped the playback, replayed, and listened. And again. What are those noises? What is going on here? Faint crackles were contaminating the sound. Only on the vocal track. It can't be the system, everything else is fine. Replayed over and over again.

"Can you hear those crackles?" I asked.

"Sure," she said. "I knew that would happen. That's why I needed something for my hair. It happens all the time when I get excited. That noise is my hair hitting the microphone when I'm moving around. That's why I need a ribbon, Mike".
 
notbradsohner said:
ez, it is working excellent! The same thing in the essay applies to you too. Hopefully someday, I will have something that I can send you, but as of right now its not looking good! :( :mad:



P.S.- After syncing those two ADATS together, I was able to record a song with my brother, that eventually won me a scholarship from the John Lennon foundation. So basically, what im trying to say is, you paid for my college education. Thanks!!!!

Congratulations, Mate!

Making music with your Bro and having it recognized with a scholarship. It don't get much better than that!
 
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