It sounds like it's not big enough & closes off to 16' in the middle which will affect sound & visibility. I think the Geneva looks better unless the decision has already been made.

I phoned, but they are still officially closed until the 18th. There's no answer today, so I sent them an email asking for pictures of the Mountain View Restaurant, and some clarification about whether or not we would have to clear out during meal times.

I'll let you know what I hear back.

I'm hoping the weather may permit some out-door music.

John

Hi John,

It might be a little chilly with lows in the evenings at averaging 37° - 45° F, but wouldn't that be something - outdoor music in a place called Little Switzerland.


Please add yourself to the list
Let us know you are coming.

Thanks!

I just want to say:

Doesn't the name Little Switzerland just tickle your soul???

Ken

Yes.

Another thing to remember is that folks in the area are welcome to come if they'd like to come & enjoy the music Sunday & Monday nights. I have friends in NC that would like to come out, so we'll have some extra audience members at least one night.

This should be exciting!

Tom

Ken & I talked about this agenda idea & he'd like to lead it.

Another discussion would have to do with improvements & future gear you'd like to see. The Bose guys will never share what they're working on, but they are always working on new projects & really value our insight & ideas - that's where the Model II & T1 came from. That's why they always say they're "listening" when someone shares a new idea or improvement.

Tom

quote:

Originally posted by Tom Munch:
Ken & I talked about this agenda idea & he'd like to lead it.

Another discussion would have to do with improvements & future gear you'd like to see. The Bose guys will never share what they're working on, but they are always working on new projects & really value our insight & ideas - that's where the Model II & T1 came from. That's why they always say they're "listening" when someone shares a new idea or improvement.

Tom

Great idea, Tom!

John

Keep the agenda ideas coming guys...

A common theme on the forum is: "System works beatifully in ideal situations, but..." Working musicians rarely operate in ideal situations. How do I deal with XXX?

Any chance of an "open" session with the at-Bose folks and forum-recognized experts (you know who you are) where we can discuss our biggest obstacles? Maybe a moderated type session, so no one person or topic inadvertantly dominates the entire time?

Not sure I've articulated what I'm thinking very well, but I've been to other user conferences where the customers could basically "ask the experts" anything on their mind. Not every question asked by the attendees was an issue for me, but all questions were interesting and some were questions I'd never thought of, making me realize I was missing the boat.

Clear as mud, right?

V/R, PmP

For the past few years, I've been on a personal and professional quest to get a truely great electric guitar sound through the L1, including the amazing feel of a great tube guitar amp, without carrying around a heavy amp (or 10). I've been able to get pretty decent clean sounds and very good screaming lead sounds, but a really great, touch-sensitive, driven, bluesy guitar sound has been much more difficult to achieve.

As you can see from my avatar picture, last year I had the opportunity to play with Robert Randolph and his band for a couple of songs. I was playing one of Robert's guitars directly into one of his amps. It was a life changing experience for me because I had never experienced such a dynamic and intimate connection between brain and tone. I think that's what most electric guitar players are looking for and its the single biggest obstacle I've run into in convincing bands to adopt the L1 philosophy. Of course, you can always mic the amp, but if they still have to carry their amps around to get their tone, why add to the load with an L1?

So, my suggestion for a topic is a workshop on getting great electric guitar tone. I know some folks must have had pretty good success at this. Let's get someone who does to show us how to do it.

Larry

Larry Myers
L1 Product Specialist/AD

I'm game for that too, Larry. I wonder if Steve Skillings would consider coming & sharing his rig with us. Steve?

I absolutely second that motion! Please come, Steve.

Larry,

You have a PM from Nathan.

Tom

PmP,

I think this is a very good idea and I would be happy to assemble a panel if others feel this would be valuable.

Ken

quote:

Originally posted by PmP:
A common theme on the forum is: "System works beatifully in ideal situations, but..." Working musicians rarely operate in ideal situations. How do I deal with XXX?

Any chance of an "open" session with the at-Bose folks and forum-recognized experts (you know who you are) where we can discuss our biggest obstacles? Maybe a moderated type session, so no one person or topic inadvertantly dominates the entire time?

Not sure I've articulated what I'm thinking very well, but I've been to other user conferences where the customers could basically "ask the experts" anything on their mind. Not every question asked by the attendees was an issue for me, but all questions were interesting and some were questions I'd never thought of, making me realize I was missing the boat.

Clear as mud, right?

V/R, PmP

I second the notion that this is a great idea Pmp. I think someone in the room will have dealt with every conceivable situation.

Ken and others here too!

You and I both share a love for photography. There may be others among us that enjoy photography as well. I’m planning to bring my camera, as I’m sure you will also. The thought occurred to me today that maybe I should bring along my Macbook, little DLP projector and folding screen to show informal photographs of the event somewhere in our little “home away from home” during the conference. I plan to be photographing events and subjects throughout my 3 days while there and thought maybe others might enjoy just seeing some photographs that we take throughout the day. Digital photo sharing is rather easy and I just thought it might be nice to share the photos we take with everyone at the conference.

I’m not thinking of doing anything formal here, like having a “slide presentation” as part of the conference agenda. I’m just thinking, set it up in our conference room off in a corner and let it display “photos of the day” sort of thing on the screen for those passing by. What do you think? Any objections?

Hi John,

I think this is a great idea and will wholeheartedly participate.

I bet others will too. I know John S is a budding (and very good) photographer and has a new baby he probably is itching to use.

Ken

quote:

Originally posted by JohnNell:
Ken and others here too!

You and I both share a love for photography. There may be others among us that enjoy photography as well. I’m planning to bring my camera, as I’m sure you will also. The thought occurred to me today that maybe I should bring along my Macbook, little DLP projector and folding screen to show informal photographs of the event somewhere in our little “home away from home” during the conference. I plan to be photographing events and subjects throughout my 3 days while there and thought maybe others might enjoy just seeing some photographs that we take throughout the day. Digital photo sharing is rather easy and I just thought it might be nice to share the photos we take with everyone at the conference.

I’m not thinking of doing anything formal here, like having a “slide presentation” as part of the conference agenda. I’m just thinking, set it up in our conference room off in a corner and let it display “photos of the day” sort of thing on the screen for those passing by. What do you think? Any objections?

That sounds great. I guess we could find out how well their Wireless network works or tell everyone to bring a good size jumpdrive for picture sharing.