The Null Device Blog

Random musings, rumblings, and what-have-you from an indie electronic band.

Why I Do It, Too

Matt made an interesting blog post today, entitled “Why I Do It (Short Version)” about why he makes music. I’ve got an even shorter version. “Why I Do It (Shorter Version)” Because I can’t not do it.

Losing Les Paul, Losing a Legend

I am not a guitarist.  I have no real vested opinion is Les Paul’s guitar designs, although I have heard from reputable sources that they’re quite heavy. But Les Paul died today, and even with me not being a guitarist, I honor his memory.  He was a tremendous musical innovator whose work broke the ground [...]

Mastering 101

Recursions is almost done.  I’m in the process of getting the final masters together. It occurred to me, with a bit of prodding from Matt Fanale, that I’ve never actually talked about what mastering really is.  I’ve blogged passionately about what to do and what not to do, and what gear is good, and what [...]

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    • Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow. That means six more weeks of Andie Macdowell's career. - 1 day ago
    • I got a Stellar CM-6 tube condenser this week. It's very nice. Now afraid I'll become That Guy who gets snobby about NOS tubes and stuff. - 1 day ago
    • Nearly four pounds of @Nueskes bacon has arrived at my door. This is gunna be a great day. - 2 days ago
    • Suck! But let this be a caution to other bands: never leave gear unattended. “Madison Band Victim Of Equipment Theft: http://t.co/FpZkz5lF” - 4 days ago
    • Not a headline I would've ever expected to read: "Gordon Ramsay's Dwarf Porn Double Found Dead in Badger Den in Wales http://t.co/ayZ7N9jA” - 4 days ago
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