Author Topic: Dave Houck's project (Read 2548 times)

David Houck · « **on:** January 24, 2009, 12:23:16 PM »

After numerous takes, I finally recorded a half decent version of one of the things I've been working on. Recorded on a Zoom H4 as a wave; uploaded as an mp3 here (see my post 8393 below for update). While I am relieved to have finally recorded a take without gross errors, this is not the final version, as it's still a bit sloppy. The process of recording this one simple tune has shown me just how imprecise my playing is. Of course the bass itself sounds, to me, amazing. I'm sure you will notice that I'm using a lot of effects on this song; but I think the sound of the bass itself is evident in abundance.

I've only played this back on my laptop, which runs through my home stereo. The overall sound seems balanced through the frequency range to me on my system.

Please let me know your reactions to the sound, balance, etc as it sounds on your systems.

This take is up temporarily. If I can get a good enough take recorded, I'll see if I can set something up on Bandcamp at some point.

(Message edited by davehouck on July 19, 2009)

grateful · « **Reply #1 on:** January 26, 2009, 06:56:02 AM »

Nice, though I've only listened on my computer. It's not all bass is it Dave? Surely that's a Strat there as well.

eflat · « **Reply #2 on:** January 26, 2009, 07:04:45 AM »

Very nice work Dave!

David Houck · « **Reply #3 on:** January 26, 2009, 07:15:24 AM »

Thanks guys! Mark; it's a single take on an Alembic six string bass.

grateful · « **Reply #4 on:** January 26, 2009, 07:28:45 AM »

Wow Dave, I'm even more impressed: great playing. I'm amazed a bass (even an Alembic) can sound like that, but then I am a hi-sixer (guitarist).

spose · « **Reply #5 on:** January 26, 2009, 07:30:39 AM »

nice work..very melodic
solo playing you stand naked and Dave you do a super job!!

keep em coming!

David Houck · « **Reply #6 on:** January 26, 2009, 07:55:48 AM »

Thanks!!

bassfingers · « **Reply #7 on:** January 26, 2009, 03:57:32 PM »

Such a gorgeous tone,I don't hear any sloppiness,just honest,lyrical playing .

Beautiful Dave,would love to hear more.

olieoliver · « **Reply #8 on:** January 26, 2009, 05:00:04 PM »

VERY nice Dave. Single take too?!
Made me think a little of SRV's or Hendrix' softer side.

Did you use a click(?), your time is very good on this.

OO

David Houck · « **Reply #9 on:** January 26, 2009, 05:22:58 PM »

Thanks again guys. It was a single take in that there are no overdubs and that it's one take start to finish; but it took numerous failed attempts before I finally got this one good take. No, I didn't use a click; trying to keep good time was one of the things I was focusing on, and is one of the things that this whole exercise has shown needs practice.

811952 · « **Reply #10 on:** January 26, 2009, 06:01:56 PM »

Nice. Elegantly understated. Very fluid!

John

tbrannon · « **Reply #11 on:** January 26, 2009, 06:03:31 PM »

Really nice Dave- I couldn't pull that off with 4 takes, much less 1.

I'm thoroughly impressed.

David Houck · « **Reply #12 on:** January 26, 2009, 07:34:59 PM »

Thanks!

georgie_boy · « **Reply #13 on:** January 27, 2009, 05:39:55 AM »

VERY nice David!!!
The new sixer sounds wonderful!!

G

artswork99 · « **Reply #14 on:** January 27, 2009, 07:23:30 AM »

David,
I'm glad to hear Karma giving you the pleasure of making music. The recording flows very nicely while leaving room for others to join you in this new project. I'm just around the corner if you want another low end to accompany you (anytime Dave). I look forward to hearing you express yourself again. Wishing you all the best with this new adventure.
Art