I'm rebuilding / extending my studio and building a "proper" control room so I can have a better mixing environment. So my moneys going on that - the only real equipment items I want (money allowing) are new monitors - so I'm saving desperately for some Focals which come highly recommended - anyone use Focals?? They better be good as they are expensive!!!
Nigel
 
 

I just watched that Jack Jospeh Puig vid where he said he {paraphrased} finds it difficult to recommend a go to set of monitors. His best advice was to listen to many monitors and pick the ones that feel right to you.

Well, rig's done...
Loads of new tools bought over the several months rig was down...
interface... may upgrade from PreSonus 44VSL  to Forte, which seems too good to ignore
Albion 3 Iceni... I want this soooo bad.  Perfect for emotional social/climate change music
X3.... lots to learn...
 
Mostly I'm going to be able to devote 2-3 days/week to songwriting for the first time as I'm reducing my workload so I can follow my dream... learning all the tools I already have to convey messages facilitating change...that's my plan going forward!

I just watched that Jack Jospeh Puig vid where he said he {paraphrased} finds it difficult to recommend a go to set of monitors. His best advice was to listen to many monitors and pick the ones that feel right to you.
Bapu
Yes I know listening to lots of different monitors would be the ideal way to select some, but living on a smallish Island with a couple suppliers who do not hold a massive selection of stock, somewhat limits your choice!! So normally I have to rely on good recommendations from friends / acquaintances in the business etc.
 
Mostly I'm going to be able to devote 2-3 days/week to songwriting for the first time as I'm reducing my workload so I can follow my dream... learning all the tools I already have to convey messages facilitating change...that's my plan going forward!
Vastman
Great news - I hope everything works perfectly and just follow that dream!!!!

Vastman
Well, rig's done...
Loads of new tools bought over the several months rig was down...
interface... may upgrade from PreSonus 44VSL  to Forte, which seems too good to ignore
Albion 3 Iceni... I want this soooo bad.  Perfect for emotional social/climate change music
X3.... lots to learn...
 
Mostly I'm going to be able to devote 2-3 days/week to songwriting for the first time as I'm reducing my workload so I can follow my dream... learning all the tools I already have to convey messages facilitating change...that's my plan going forward!

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jimusicI've decided not to buy anything musical anymore, and start using what I already have. I really do have enough of everything.

I've said this to myself so many times this past few months. (sigh)

jimusicI may even sell off some stuff, as I have caught myself impulse buying in the past, only to not even use some stuff afterwards.  

If you decide to sell off any nearfields, please post. The ones I have on loan will be returned soon and I have my wife about half-convinced I actually need some... along with room treatment and a bunch of other stuff, but first things first. Eye on the target and all that.
 
Seriously, the shipping charges would probably kill me, so maybe it's not a great idea. Forget I said anything. (sigh)

Slate's new Virtual Mix Rack will have me reaching for my wallet. I just hope I don't have to dig too deep.
Looks great though, http://www.slatedigital.com/aespreview/

WOW that new Slate stuff looks cool! If the SSL stuff is comparable to Waves, I might have to change my answer earlier in this thread! :)