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Re: gizmotron

Thanks for the clarification Kenn.  I was told only the bass version was released. I have a friend who has one on a Danelctro fretless longhorn bass. I gotta give him a call about it sometime.  Maybe dig out a few old 10cc records too. cheers, T

>From: kenn lowy
>Reply-To: Loopers-Delight@loopers-delight.com
>To:
>Subject: gizmotron
>Date: Thu, 25 Jul 2002 15:24:12 -0400
>
>close.
>
>Lol Crème did develop it. There were production models for both guitar and
>bass. The version Lol used was different from the production model. The
>gizmo was used on most of 10cc's material. Songs like "old wild men" show it
>off quite well. He used it live as well, but from what I was told it was
>hard to tame. the production model, especially for guitar, wasn't great, or
>so I've heard. I still want one, but could never find one, and I'm left
>handed as well.
>
>and yes, consequences is fantastic and very funny.
>
>kenn lowy (aka wrinklemuzik)
>
>
> > FYI...If memory serves, The Gizmotron was developed by Lol Creme or at least
> > it was his idea and he had someone make it. The original was for guitar.
> > Only the bass version made it to the marketplace.
> >
> > Godley and Creme recorded a three LP set called 'Consequences' as a showcase
> > for the Gizmotron. Polygram also released a single LP featuring some of the
> > songs sans dialog.
> >
> > If you ever see a copy of the full LP (very rare!), pick it up. It's a gem!
> > The album is a concept album with a cast of characters - dialog provided by
> > the late Peter Cook. Quite hilarious IMHO.
> >
> > 'I'll be in the bath if you need me, ....I'll be in the bath if you don't
> > need me' Peter Cook/Consequences
> >
> > Terry
> > www.anomalousdisturbances.com

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