500 Series Preamp Shootout Saturday April 12th. - Page 2

**James 'LA' Lugo** · 19th March 2008, 11:13 PM

Here's some of what you'll hear:

plus - u87. tlm49, pearlman tm-1

le purp · 20th March 2008, 12:08 AM

I would be happy to provide a Biz for this shootout.
I may even have a couple of Pants by then.

-andrew

**James 'LA' Lugo** · 20th March 2008, 12:39 AM

Yes, PM me.

mcsmitty · 20th March 2008, 05:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drBill

James, if the manufacturers don't pony up these for you, I've got a Biz and GAMA.

you, sir, are my hero.

very excited to hear how the GAMA stacks up.

**James 'LA' Lugo** · 20th March 2008, 09:20 PM

Purple's sending me one.

No Shadow Hills. Peter Reardon's (sp?) actually been at some of my shootouts, so someone tell him to chime in.

Peter Montessi just dropped by a P1 and a Gold. So we have an A Design Blue, Red, Gold and P1.

Wade's getting me a Germanium.

Dan Kennedy · 20th March 2008, 11:22 PM

I suppose I should chime in, you got time and space for an MP-500NV?

PlugHead · 20th March 2008, 11:33 PM

Please get in touch with Vintage King or Mercenary to try to get an AL.SO MP2 in the lineup - I for one would appreciate feedback as to how this pre stands up against the competition.

Wish I could be there...

lpkyer · 21st March 2008, 12:57 AM

A bassdrum or snare would be really nice to add in the shootout. And it's quickly done. Just a suggestion

ulysses · 21st March 2008, 08:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by futur2

too bad you can't include the roll music pre with this date.

It might could happen. We'll do our best to get a unit out to James on the 10th of April. I'll let you know if it's going to happen. It might have an ugly prototype chassis and faceplate, but if we have a production circuitboard in time then it should be there.

James, have you spoken with Jon at Shinybox about getting his two new preamps involved? I expect the Si would be rather unique... possibly the cleanest-sounding module in your shootout. (Is anybody else trying for that?) It would be great to have that one in there.

lrieves · 21st March 2008, 08:36 PM

yeah, what's the word on the shinybox 500 pres? this is only the second time i've heard about it and when is it expected to be out?

yoink · 21st March 2008, 08:39 PM

What about the new Burl 500-series pre?

The Burl 500 Series Pre

futur2 · 21st March 2008, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yoink

What about the new Burl 500-series pre?

The Burl 500 Series Pre

not sure, rich williams wrote me that he has contacted james and wants his pre in this shootout. james?

matta · 21st March 2008, 10:12 PM

Quote:

I expect the Si would be rather unique... possibly the cleanest-sounding module in your shootout. (Is anybody else trying for that?) It would be great to have that one in there.

Hey Justin.

We are

.

James we hope to get you the prototype 'Mint Julep' for the show as well. Pan60 has offered to get it to a mutual friend and get it there for the shootout. The design is finalized but the metalwork is a little makeshift, but looking good... for a proto.

Hope Jon gets you his bits and pieces as well, be good to have a few more 'clean' pres in they 500 series! Plus is is a super cool guy to boot.

Cheers

Matt

roger · 22nd March 2008, 05:46 PM

...yeah the 87 as a mono room mic on a kick and snare would be quick and interesting - somebody could bust out a couple bars thru each pre and it would also be cool to run em thru the purple and buzz comps........see how you go. looking forward to hearing the results. props for going to the trouble.....there's only one way to decide what's hot and what's not - and that's by using the ol ears so thanks for doin this james!!!!!

NathanEldred · 24th March 2008, 10:01 PM

Hi James, would you have room for 3 x Old School Audio preamps?

OSA "Vintage" (MP1-C), "Mutant" (MP1-L), and "Big Daddy" (MP1-L3)

Thanks!

**James 'LA' Lugo** · 24th March 2008, 10:06 PM

futur2 · 24th March 2008, 10:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NathanEldred

Hi James, would you have room for 3 x Old School Audio preamps?

OSA "Vintage" (MP1-C), "Mutant" (MP1-L), and "Big Daddy" (MP1-L3)

Thanks!

great!

Rednose · 25th March 2008, 12:43 AM

Since April 12th is my birthday can I please have the winning mic pre???
I'll even take the runner up!

NathanEldred · 25th March 2008, 12:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rednose

Since April 12th is my birthday can I please have the winning mic pre???
I'll even take the runner up!

Is there a 'winner' with pro level gear?

Bradahman · 25th March 2008, 08:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NathanEldred

Is there a 'winner' with pro level gear?

True Nathan. Some people will learn the hard way. I am glad that you are bringing the OSA. They are the best buy in the 500 series. They will give you "that sound" without breaking the bank.

pan60 · 25th March 2008, 02:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NathanEldred

Is there a 'winner' with pro level gear?

nope, not at this level!
this is just an excuse for these slutz to hang

Stu Gutz · 25th March 2008, 03:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NathanEldred

Hi James, would you have room for 3 x Old School Audio preamps?

OSA "Vintage" (MP1-C), "Mutant" (MP1-L), and "Big Daddy" (MP1-L3)

Thanks!

Why no MP1-A?

NathanEldred · 25th March 2008, 06:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stu Gutz

Why no MP1-A?

We are sending these to James from OSA directly, and I don't think that there are any MP1-A's available in time for the shootout.

Scott LaChapell · 25th March 2008, 06:29 PM

Tube Tech... ? I would guess because this shoot-out is for 500 series modules only.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Stu Gutz

Why no MP1-A?

Correction: Ahh... you mean the "Original" OSA module.

pan60 · 25th March 2008, 07:02 PM

i think James said, it was for the 500 format

fum · 26th March 2008, 08:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by lrieves

yeah, what's the word on the shinybox 500 pres? this is only the second time i've heard about it and when is it expected to be out?

The good word on the Si is that it's really close to shipping. It's been in "waiting on parts" mode for too long, but I can say I'm completely stoked with how it turned out!

First production units should be shipping in 4 weeks, barring any delays.

I'm very reluctant to talk about things until they are available, as I'm not in the vapourware business =)

Regards

ju

pan60 · 26th March 2008, 10:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fum

The good word on the Si is that it's really close to shipping. It's been in "waiting on parts" mode for too long, but I can say I'm completely stoked with how it turned out!

First production units should be shipping in 4 weeks, barring any delays.

I'm very reluctant to talk about things until they are available, as I'm not in the vapourware business =)

Regards

ju

congrats on the progress i am excited as well : )~

**James 'LA' Lugo** · 27th March 2008, 10:29 PM

PLEASE ONLY SHIP TO MY STUDIO ON THESE DATES!

ALL VENDERS OR SLUTZ WHO HAVE PRES THEY WANT TO SHIP TO ME FOR THE SHOOTOUT READ THIS:

Shipping is a drag for me because I'm not at work in the morning. So, I need ALL boxes with preamps shipped to my studio and set to arrive on either Wednesday April 9th or Thursday April 10th.

Ship to:
James Lugo
6381 Hollywood Blvd. Suite 700
Los Angeles, CA 90028

PLEASE ONLY SHIP TO MY STUDIO ON THESE DATES!

futur2 · 28th March 2008, 01:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by James 'LA' Lugo

PLEASE ONLY SHIP TO MY STUDIO ON THESE DATES!

[b]ALL VENDERS OR SLUTZ WHO HAVE PRES THEY WANT TO SHIP TO ME FOR THE SHOOTOUT READ THIS:

Shipping is a drag for me because I'm not at work in the morning. So, I need ALL boxes with preamps shipped to my studio and set to arrive on either Wednesday April 9th or Thursday April 10th.

Ship to:
James Lugo
6381 Hollywood Blvd. Suite 700
Los Angeles, CA 90028

that's not a good prerequisite for things to arrive

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19th March 2008, 11:13 PM	#31
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James 'LA' Lugo Moderator Join Date: May 2004 Location: Hollywood, CA Posts: 2,673	UPDATE!!! Purple's sending me one. No Shadow Hills. Peter Reardon's (sp?) actually been at some of my shootouts, so someone tell him to chime in. Peter Montessi just dropped by a P1 and a Gold. So we have an A Design Blue, Red, Gold and P1. Wade's getting me a Germanium. __________________ Vocal Asylum, 323.462.4722 6381 Hollywood Blvd. Suite 700 Los Angeles, CA 90028 http://www.JamesLugo.com http://www.WritingGiants.com http://www.myspace.com/jameslugo Clients Include: The Smashing Pumpkins, 311, A Fine Frenzy, The Veronica's, American Idol My Buddies LA Gear Rental & Purchase Company: http://PlatinumAudioRentals.com/

20th March 2008, 11:22 PM	#36
Dan Kennedy Gear addict Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Inver Grove MN Posts: 315	I suppose I should chime in, you got time and space for an MP-500NV?

20th March 2008, 11:33 PM	#37
PlugHead Lives for gear Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: steeltown Posts: 1,470	Please get in touch with Vintage King or Mercenary to try to get an AL.SO MP2 in the lineup - I for one would appreciate feedback as to how this pre stands up against the competition. Wish I could be there... __________________ Jay PlugHead Productions

21st March 2008, 12:57 AM	#38
lpkyer Lives for gear Join Date: May 2006 Location: Montreal, Québec Posts: 1,160	A bassdrum or snare would be really nice to add in the shootout. And it's quickly done. Just a suggestion __________________ Lou Kyer & Charlier www.kcstudio.net myspace.com/kyercharlier

21st March 2008, 08:36 PM	#40
lrieves Gear maniac Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Nashville Posts: 196	yeah, what's the word on the shinybox 500 pres? this is only the second time i've heard about it and when is it expected to be out? __________________ "So... my looks have nothing to do with it?"

21st March 2008, 08:39 PM	#41
yoink Gear maniac Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Montreal, Quebec Posts: 253	What about the new Burl 500-series pre? The Burl 500 Series Pre __________________ "The only intuitive interface is the nipple. After that, it's all learned." - Bruce Ediger

22nd March 2008, 05:46 PM	#44
roger Gear maniac Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: London Posts: 224	...yeah the 87 as a mono room mic on a kick and snare would be quick and interesting - somebody could bust out a couple bars thru each pre and it would also be cool to run em thru the purple and buzz comps........see how you go. looking forward to hearing the results. props for going to the trouble.....there's only one way to decide what's hot and what's not - and that's by using the ol ears so thanks for doin this james!!!!!

24th March 2008, 10:01 PM	#45
NathanEldred Lives for gear Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Tampa Bay - Orlando - Sarasota - Gainesville Posts: 5,083	OSA Hi James, would you have room for 3 x Old School Audio preamps? OSA "Vintage" (MP1-C), "Mutant" (MP1-L), and "Big Daddy" (MP1-L3) Thanks! __________________ Nathan Eldred www.AtlasProAudio.com Boutique Gear Consultation & Sales NEW!! Pro Audio Rentals www.AtlasRecording.com Recording/Mixing/Mastering Services

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25th March 2008, 12:43 AM	#48
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25th March 2008, 07:02 PM	#55
pan60 500 series nutjob Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: 500 series Guru land ; ) Posts: 5,549	i think James said, it was for the 500 format __________________ www.pan60.com quote: The Hammer is like sonic crack. I'm actually afraid to use it for tracking Brad McGowan IF YOU ARE NOT INTO THE 500 FORMAT, THEN YOUR JUST JEALOUS! quote: your secret identity is safe with me superman! Peter Montessi it is easy to sound as though one was endowed with great intelligence, whilst speaking amongst a crowd of total morons

27th March 2008, 10:29 PM	#58
James 'LA' Lugo Moderator Join Date: May 2004 Location: Hollywood, CA Posts: 2,673	PLEASE READ PLEASE ONLY SHIP TO MY STUDIO ON THESE DATES! ALL VENDERS OR SLUTZ WHO HAVE PRES THEY WANT TO SHIP TO ME FOR THE SHOOTOUT READ THIS: Shipping is a drag for me because I'm not at work in the morning. So, I need ALL boxes with preamps shipped to my studio and set to arrive on either Wednesday April 9th or Thursday April 10th. Ship to: James Lugo 6381 Hollywood Blvd. Suite 700 Los Angeles, CA 90028 PLEASE ONLY SHIP TO MY STUDIO ON THESE DATES! __________________ Vocal Asylum, 323.462.4722 6381 Hollywood Blvd. Suite 700 Los Angeles, CA 90028 http://www.JamesLugo.com http://www.WritingGiants.com http://www.myspace.com/jameslugo Clients Include: The Smashing Pumpkins, 311, A Fine Frenzy, The Veronica's, American Idol My Buddies LA Gear Rental & Purchase Company: http://PlatinumAudioRentals.com/

28th March 2008, 02:44 AM	#60
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