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Re: laptop on stage
It didn't break, just glitched-up too many times for comfort. For example, I had Reason open and about to trigger my first loop and the machine froze -- right after introducing myself getting the audience's attention, all eyes awaiting a built-up start, and then a 4 min. wait while the machine restarted and program reopened.
On a separate occasion, the machine started up to a black screen three times in a row before powering on -- holding up my start time nearly 15 min. I carry it in a hardshell case with ample foam and it typically works fine without a hiccup at home (of course).
Perhaps it got stage-fright, but I know for certain I'm frightened of using it again onstage. Not having the convenience of a computer onstage has actually added a bit more virtuosity to my performances. I'm enjoying the simplicity of a hardware-based set-up, nice to turn everything on and be set.
Don't get me wrong, the Powerbook's still the heart of my recording "studio" set-up -- just not a welcome addition in live contexts anymore.
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On Jul 5, 2004, at 11:35 AM, Matthias Grob wrote:
About a year ago, I decided not to use a laptop on stage until I could afford a "gig-only" laptop -- like that will happen any time soon. I'd been using a G4 Powerbook, but it's not meant to be schlepped around like a keyboard.
what do you mean, did it break?
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