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I thought I would jump over to this thread since it is more "on topic" of what I've been posting. I finally took the time to read the entire thread and it's a good thing I did as it opened my eyes to the options.

I downloaded the page Justaguyin recommended to give looping a try and had a little fun with it this morning. (http://evenfall.com/ambiloop/index.html).

Just going to have to keep an eye on e-bay. I wish the people bidding would stop getting into their bidding wars days before the close (I know, I've complained about this before, but I'm getting prepared for the "Airing of Grievances"). There is a used RC2 that has a bidding war and the price is up to ten dollars less than it costs for a new one and still has a little over a day to go - geez, it just ______ me off.:mad: :flamemad: :mad:
 
just strum said:
Just going to have to keep an eye on e-bay. I wish the people bidding would stop getting into their bidding wars days before the close (I know, I've complained about this before, but I'm getting prepared for the "Airing of Grievances"). There is a used RC2 that has a bidding war and the price is up to ten dollars less than it costs for a new one and still has a little over a day to go - geez, it just ______ me off.:mad: :flamemad: :mad:
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Patience Gasshopper.:munch:
 
Somebody has probably mentioned Keller Williams already but I thought I'd throw in a link anyway. This is probably his best known song but it's a good quality video. He doesn't start using the looper until about 2:20. He then uses it more at the end of the tune (4:45). He's just a great performer who very naturally incorporates the looper into his sound.

Keller clip
 
Well, I got me a Digitech JamMan. Paid a little more than I planned, but let the fun begin. Well, once it arrives.

I saw some that were selling at a higher price than the one I won and those didn't have a power supply (another $20). So in the end I can't complain, now my wife on the other hand...

Shiner and Steve - I may need a lawyer.
 
Robert said:
How much did yours cost? I got mine for $239.50.
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$221. w/power source, plus 7.50 shipping (UPS). The previous one I was bidding on went for $235 without power source.

I'm cheap, I was shooting for $160 to $180, but it was obvious that wasn't going to happen unless it was damaged or beat to he77.
 
just strum said:
$221. w/power source, plus 7.50 shipping (UPS). The previous one I was bidding on went for $235 without power source.

I'm cheap, I was shooting for $160 to $180, but it was obvious that wasn't going to happen unless it was damaged or beat to he77.
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My RC20xl was in that range, and in good shape, but without power source. Hope you don't really need those lawyer services big guy! :)
 
sunvalleylaw said:
My RC20xl was in that range, and in good shape, but without power source. Hope you don't really need those lawyer services big guy! :)
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Yep, it seems they both run around the same price. I came real close to a RC20XL, but got sniped with two seconds to go. I saw a couple of RC2, but they were selling close to what you can get them for new. I think if you pick up an RC2, RC20xl or the Jamman you won't go wrong. I was really drooling :drool: when I started chasing the RC50, but that just went out of reach.

Called my wife from work and I won't be needing that lawyer, but I've relinquished my Christmas gifts for the next ten years.:( :(
 
Strum,

Congrats on the new JamMan :Dude:

Let me know what you think of it after you've had it for awhile. I've been looking at those myself.

Good to know you won't be needing any lawyer services in the near future either :D

GG
 
just strum said:
I downloaded the page Justaguyin recommended to give looping a try and had a little fun with it this morning. (http://evenfall.com/ambiloop/index.html).
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looks like the link has changed... http://www.ambiloop.com/
would suggest anyone thinking of a looper to check that program out to see if you would really use one.. ofcourse the answer is YES!! :D

Congrats Strum!
Hope you enjoy it!!
:AOK:
 
GG and Justaguyin, thanks.

It shipped today and will arrive Thursday, so I get it for the weekend. I always love it when new toys arrive just before the weekend - no work and a new toy!!!

I'm glad the guy uses UPS, he charged half the price as other sellers for shipping and USPS would take oh let's say - well, let's just say I might have been able to use it on New Years.

It will be fun figuring the thing out, but what I'm really looking forward to is advancing my skills.

GG, I would watch e-bay for either the Boss RC20xl or the JamMan. They have slightly different features, but both are good buys. And if anyone really wants to get into one of these, there is another RC50 with 20 hours to go and it's at $207. It might not get up to $340+ because of the seller (buyer beware). I can see Robert standing over an RC50 with that familiar grin he gets when he makes a video demonstrating the latest toy he's purchased.:)

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...em=230200992119&_trksid=p3984.cTODAY.m238.lVI
 
Strum
Did you find out the serial number before you bought that JamMan? I'm just wondering if it might be one of the recalled versions.
 
Spudman said:
Gotchya! :rotflmao: :beer:
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homer-doh.jpg
 
I have an RC2 that I love.

I got that one, because of the built in drum machine. I use that feature the most to help with my timing.

Now if it only had a built in time machine ...;).
 
I love mine too - Jim's post on his new Line6 Variax guitar started me thinking of the endless possibilities combining a Variax and a RC-2. I could be a one man band - if only my talent was endless too!
 
Spudman said:
Gotchya! :rotflmao: :beer:
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I told a couple of guys at work about your little joke and they LTAO. They knew how pumped I was for this thing.

It's sitting at the UPS terminal about 20 miles from here. It was shipped from Iowa and I thought the ice storms might delay it.

I know I'm making more of this than I should, but I love new toys!!! Keeps me young. Well, that and being immature. :D
 
Well, the Jamman showed up today and the thing looks brand new (much better than it appeared in the e-bay photos. So far everything seems to work, at least everything I figured out how to work. I just used the quick start section of the book, so I have not really learned the workings of this thing.

I do notice a hissing noise going through the amp when this thing is hooked up. It not loud, but it is annoying. Would the cable cause that? I'm using a very cheap cable running from the jamman to the amp.
 
I needed to use a separate power supply on my RC20xl, rather than chain it on my 9spot. Then it cleared right up. Might be a similar deal.
 
sunvalleylaw said:
I needed to use a separate power supply on my RC20xl, rather than chain it on my 9spot. Then it cleared right up. Might be a similar deal.
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9spot?

I have the amp plugged into one outlet and the jamman plugged into another outlet on the other side of the room. However, I'm not sure if the outlets are connected - have to check in the basement to see how they are wired.
 
sunvalleylaw said:
a 9spot is a multiple plug power source for pedals, ie, one plug on the power strip, powers 5 pedals.
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It's the cable. Instead of running the cheap cable from the jamman to the amp, I used the better cable to link them and put the cheaper cable from the guitar to the jamman and the hissing stopped. Get another good cable and I'm in business.
 
Spudman said:
This guy does some really cool stuff with his Boss Loop Station and a POD X3 Live.
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Wow that was awesome! Very Chemical Bros. like.


What a great topic, glad I used the search feature:thwap:

And I cant get over how many members actually have one of these(or similar)...Im gonna go around and dig up more for inspiration and ideas.

Im curious about the optional footswtiches and if anybody has tried anything different than the "plastic ebay" one mentioned previously in this thread?
 

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