Author Topic: North Carolina Alembic Gathering (Read 663 times)

jacko · « **Reply #30 on:** July 06, 2007, 02:54:27 PM »

heck, if you're stuck you can hold it at my house. I'd even crack open a bottle of Laphroaig ;-) Might take you a touch over 7 hours to get here though!

Graeme

ajdover · « **Reply #31 on:** July 06, 2007, 03:15:01 PM »

Folks,

My place is always an option as well - Keith has been here already, and I can always BBQ something. I have a 600 lb BBQ cooker in my backyard, so that could be part of it if we went with my place. The downside is I'm probably quite a bit away from most of you, so Shomaker's is probably a better option for most of us. I can always bring my Phil Jones Briefcase and my Ampeg BA-115 for amps. They're relatively small (especially the briefcase) and would give us something to use if Shomaker's can't support with amps (which is cool, I can understand it if they can't). Like Dave, my only trepidation is someone other than a club member wanting to pick up one of my Alembics to try it. I don't mind a club member doing it, but I'm always a bit timid at letting someone I don't know try it given the investment in dollars. We'll see, I guess.

Again, my place is an option, though I'm sure not the only one.

Alan

alembic_doctor · « **Reply #32 on:** July 06, 2007, 03:42:19 PM »

Dave: Steve Martin pulled that off once. in The Jerk He hooked up that car to the water spigot on the side of the church. The car pulled half of the church away. If you've got a SUV, it shouldn't be a problem. Right?!?!?

chuck · « **Reply #33 on:** July 06, 2007, 05:51:22 PM »

Be back with you tomorrow after I talk to Kim Shomaker as to what gear he may have on hand that we can use.I have a Fender 60 bxr that I haul around when I don't want to haul my big stack. It's 60 watts digital with 1-15.If we don't need it it can stay in the truck.We will have to bring folding chair or stool if you want one.

Chuck

chuck · « **Reply #34 on:** July 07, 2007, 12:00:06 PM »

Just got off the phone with Kim Shomaker.The meet is now set for the 21st.To address some of your concerns,the store closes at 2PM this should take care of any security issues.I plan to be there by 12:30 for meet,greet,and general BS.
Kim informs me he has several ampeg stacks om hand as well as several smaller units.
He will also be looking for a drummer.Ryan Medly tgo{see Ryans Tribute}and another bassist he knows are also invited but not confirmed.
As to directions. The address is 912-A South Main St.Burlington,N.C.27215. The best way is th go to Google maps. Phone# 336-222-8282.

Chuck

chuck · « **Reply #35 on:** July 07, 2007, 06:43:46 PM »

I know its saturday evening and everybody is busy with gigs, family and such. Please let me know asap if everyone is OK with the arrangments and any thoughts or concerns you may have.

Chuck

ajdover · « **Reply #36 on:** July 07, 2007, 07:15:25 PM »

Chuck,

I'm good with the timing, and I can also be there at 1230 if you need me to. My wife has a high speed camera (a Sony that cost damn near $1K) and can take some good pics for us if needed. Sounds like the amplification is taken care of. I'm truly looking forward to meeting everyone and trying out some amazing instruments, and sharing mine with fellow Alembicians.

Best regards,

Alan

precarius · « **Reply #37 on:** July 08, 2007, 05:57:37 AM »

I'm good with the timing and everything too. I plan on being there at 12:30.
Chuck- thanks for arranging everything.
Mike

David Houck · « **Reply #38 on:** July 08, 2007, 08:05:05 AM »

Chuck, thanks for putting this together. Sounds good to me.

precarius · « **Reply #39 on:** July 15, 2007, 12:10:39 PM »

I just want to see what all I need to bring next saturday other than Alembics. Stands? Cables? Amps or cabinets? An empty truck to bring back Alan's basses? Let me know.
Mike

ajdover · « **Reply #40 on:** July 15, 2007, 01:26:58 PM »

Mike,

I should think that cables, a stand or two, etc. would be appropriate. I may bring a multi-effects unit (Boss GT-6B) as well, but I'm not planning on bringing an amp (well, I may bring my Phil Jones Briefcase, but thats about it). As I understand it Shomaker's has some Ampeg stuff for us to play through, so I don't think amps are absolutely necessary.

Rest assured I will be keeping an eagle eye on my stuff! ;-) I may have to leave the Dragon's Wing at home - at present it is unplayable (see my thread in the Troubleshooting part of the club). All the others are going with me.

Alan

chuck · « **Reply #41 on:** July 15, 2007, 02:22:49 PM »

I will be bringing a cooler of ice and a small amp in case someone needs it.Also some drinks.
I have a GT-6B as well that I'm having trouble learning how to use.Maybe Alan could give me a few pointers.Alan maybe you could bring the DW anyway. The Shomakers have a good reputation in this area and I sure would like to see one.
Keith,
How is your schedule looking for Sat?

Chuck

ajdover · « **Reply #42 on:** July 15, 2007, 02:28:07 PM »

I'll bring the DW. If the Shomakers can get it to play, I'd be eternally grateful.

Chuck, I'll show you what I know about the GT-6B. I'm still learning how to use it myself.

I'll try to get there about 1230 to meet Chuck and get things rolling.

Alan

kshoe · « **Reply #43 on:** July 15, 2007, 03:20:54 PM »

Hello. Let me know if you have any questions about the gathering at Shomaker Guitars on the 21st. Looking forward to it. Kim Shomaker

ajdover · « **Reply #44 on:** July 15, 2007, 03:29:13 PM »

Kim,

Looking forward to it as well. Do you guys do heat bends? I might need that on my Dragon's Wing.

Thanks,

Alan