Re: [Fairlight-CMI] Q133 card and lithium battery
2008-08-26 by Laurent LEMAIRE
Hello Billy, Have you checked the LED on the back and front of the CMI mainframe which indicate the voltage are OK ? Regards. Laurent.
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Re: [Fairlight-CMI] Q133 card and lithium battery
2008-08-26 by Harald Feldmann
Hi Billyrock, Sorry to hear about your qwerty, in my opinion there is no relation between the battery and the fnctionality of the qwerty. I'd leave the battery out, in fact I removed all batteries from my units. I would suspect a broken cable, you may want to start by checking th
Q133 card and lithium battery
2008-08-26 by billyrockplay
Hello Fairlight people My QWERTY is not responding and I was wondering if replacing the battery would restore functionality. Ed Hughes suggests replacing battery. Have re-seated cards to no avail. Comp boots up fine but no response from QWERTY. My question; can I replace a 3.6V 1
Re: Timeout on mptask #228
2008-08-14 by horiprod
Hi Harald. Check the cards first, as they are by far the more likely cause. If you still have no joy, re-post me and I'll talk you through software and hard discs. Regards, Peter Wielk Horizontal Productions in sunny Sydney > I'll check the cards, glad I have replacement Midi car
Re: [Fairlight-CMI] Re: Timeout on mptask #228
2008-08-13 by Harald Feldmann
Hi peter ! Aye, e after i, I see :) thanks for your suggestions ! I'll check the cards, glad I have replacement Midi cards. How could I check the surface and integrity of the harddrive ? It is the original one (probably not a scsi). If this is an MFM drive, what are the odds of s
Re: Timeout on mptask #228
2008-08-13 by horiprod
I also believe that believe is spelt this way. "I after E except after C". Peter Wielk Horizontal Productions in sunny Sydney
Re: Timeout on mptask #228
2008-08-12 by horiprod
Hi Harald. Very briefly, I beleive the CMI software does some rudimentary hardware checking on boot-up. mptask is, I beleive, midi processor related, although I've seen this many, many times with a bad channel card. Try unseating all the channels except for channels 1 and 2 (card
CVI
2008-08-11 by dd_62622
I know this may not be the right place to ask but I am getting desparate. I am looking for the CVI service manual for quite some time now...anyone? She's acting strange and needs a little help. regards, David Kleyn
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2008-08-10 by Chris Haworth
I am out of the office until 18/08/2008. I will respond to your message when I return. For eSpear related questions, please contact Giles Ellis. Note: This is an automated response to your message "[Fairlight-CMI] Timeout on mptask #228" sent on 10/8/08 18:35:27. This is the only
Timeout on mptask #228
2008-08-10 by Harald Feldmann
IOPACK v 3.20 CMI: Handshake TIMEOUT on task "mptask", error 228. I am trying to boot an older CMI. Suggestions to solve the issue at hand welcome. I removed the battery recently.
Re: Best list of Fairlight owners?
2008-07-30 by horiprod
Hi Peter. There was a list compiled of the destination of series III systems instigated by Fairlight, in I believe about 1985. The list was compiled by Jenyne Thomas, a Sydney Fairlight IIX owner who was brought onboard to help with marketing. The list wasn't comprensive, as ofte
Best list of Fairlight owners?
2008-07-27 by peter.vogel@vogelfamily.net
As I'm sorting through my Fairlight archives, I see a glaring hole is that I don't have a good list of who actually owned Fairlights. Does anyone know where the best list is to be found? Thanks, Peter
Re: Best list of Fairlight owners?
2008-07-27 by kar_chicago
I seem to remember that included among the documentation of my IIx was a marketing document from the distributor listing a pretty good number of Fairlight users. All that stuff is currently archived, so next chance I get I will dig it out and you can see if it is useful. --- In F
Re: Need some language help from an Amercian
2008-07-24 by horiprod
Hi Peter. In my experience, the term "doof", as applied to contempory music, is uniquely Australian. As you'll have probably gathered, it derives from the kick drum sound played on each beat of the 4/4 bar that characterises dance music. Often very loud. In the wonderful way that
Re: Set of 3 Synclaviers on ebay
2008-07-21 by Michael
Seems as this is only worth as spare parts, especially the keyboards. But the rest seems somehow "bastelware" (not properly working parts smashed together to make some money). :-) Greetz, Mike --- In Fairlight-CMI@yahoogroups.com, "Harald Feldmann" wrote: > > For the hardcore fan
Re: Need some language help from an American
2008-07-21 by Michael
Hi Ho! Please do not translate the german word "doof" which means stupid... ;-) But maybe you can translate it somehow as "pattern based music" as consequence of the modern sequencers. All the best, Mike --- In Fairlight-CMI@yahoogroups.com, Tomás wrote: > > In Hungary, they call
RE: [Fairlight-CMI] Need some language help from an American
2008-07-20 by Harald Feldmann
Funny enough in Dutch it describes the hearing problem you get from being inside such a car. You become deaf. > Hi Peter, > > > > I just did a bit of research on the term "doof" and it appears to be used > in > Oz as a term to describe the type of techno music that plays in "P" >
Re: Need some language help from an American
2008-07-20 by Tomás
In Hungary, they call it "tutss tutss" also onomatopoeic like the other words, describing the omnipresent 909 kik and hi hat pattern. Interestin how some cultures focus on the bass, others on the treble... --- In Fairlight-CMI@yahoogroups.com, "Harald Feldmann" wrote: > > Funny e
RE: [Fairlight-CMI] Need some language help from an American
2008-07-20 by Rob Puricelli
Hi Peter, I just did a bit of research on the term "doof" and it appears to be used in Oz as a term to describe the type of techno music that plays in "P" platers cars, especially those of a Japanese variety ;o) Here in the UK, it's often referred to as "Boom Tish", which, like "
Re: [Fairlight-CMI] Need some language help from an Amercian
2008-07-20 by Laurent LEMAIRE
Hi Peter, I'm not american nor english. But from this Wikipedia page, it seems that the "doof" expression is really specific to Australia : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Doof Is it an equivalent to "rave parties" ? Best regards. Laurent.
Need some language help from an Amercian
2008-07-20 by peter.vogel@vogelfamily.net
I'm doing some writing about the Fairlight, and I've used the word "doof" to describe the modern consequence of sequencers. Doof music is a well recognised term in Australia, but I'd like to check whether it's used as much in America (and UK). Thanks, Peter
RE: [Fairlight-CMI] Re: Recreating the Fairlight
2008-07-19 by Tim Curtis
So what you’re talking about really ~isn’t~ a recreation. I guess that it just really gets to me when people talk about “recreations”, be they plug ins or whatever. FWIW, I’m very familiar with the C1, used it extensively in the studio, and it’s fine, but is absolutely NOT indist
Re: Recreating the Fairlight
2008-07-19 by formula311dn
Well said Rob. I completely agree with your point of view. A recreation of the Fairlight is not such an outlandish idea. I too do not have an extra £5000 to drop for one at the moment or in the near future. Then there is the cost of upkeep etc. I would happily settle for a nice c
RE: [Fairlight-CMI] Re: Recreating the Fairlight
2008-07-19 by Rob Puricelli
Hi Tim, I couldn't disagree more. Let me explain why. There are countless clones of countless items out there. If all of them had said the same as you, we wouldn't have half the products we do today. I agree that whilst the uniqueness of the components and circuitry would indeed
Set of 3 Synclaviers on ebay
2008-07-17 by Harald Feldmann
For the hardcore fans, check: 190235556573 ebay UK. or search for synclavier. Buy it now is UKL 10.000 or place a bid.
Re: Recreating the Fairlight
2008-07-17 by Tomás
I have to disagree. How can we say there is only one way, without actually testing that hypothesis? Convolution of impulse responses is extremely effective for emulating circuits. Where it falls down is with speaker cabinets, because you can't move the mic. But the interactions i
RE: [Fairlight-CMI] Re: Recreating the Fairlight
2008-07-14 by Tim Curtis
There is ONE way to recreate the Fairlight. -Clone the circuits using identical components -Use the same software Anything else simply won’t do it. Sorry. -Tim From: Fairlight-CMI@yahoogroups.com [mailto:Fairlight-CMI@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of antonyp69 Sent: Sunday, July 13,
Re: Recreating the Fairlight
2008-07-14 by antonyp69
Like the original poster of this thread, I too would be interested in a recreated Fairlight CMI. The idea that has been floated is a VST type virtual Fairlight CMI. However due to major advances in microtechnology and processing power and mega storage capacities, I believe the be
Re: Pardon my French
2008-07-13 by dd_62622
Good to see that I am not the only one who think those albums are great pieces of art. I am always looking for other acts/albums of that period who worked in that kind of fashion with the cmi. I can recomend the Alice "park hotel" and the Fiorella Mannoia "di terra e di vento" al
Re: [Fairlight-CMI] Pardon my French
2008-07-13 by WT
Aah, Matia Bazar !! Melanchólia is a masterpiece. HAd to hunt up a CD cause my vinyl has been worn out. WT ----- Original Message ----- From: dd_62622 To: Fairlight-CMI@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, July 13, 2008 12:55 PM Subject: [Fairlight-CMI] Pardon my French OOops! Bit rude
Pardon my French
2008-07-13 by dd_62622
OOops! Bit rude of me ........just to let you now I am into zillion of different music styles ..mostly pre 88 pop. kate Bush Stevie Wonder and Gary Neuman live happy together on my steroset. I actualy became intriqued by the sound of the Fairlight around 85 I got my first walkman
Re: "Welcome to the real world" - YouTube
2008-07-12 by dd_62622
Happy To see some real funky shit being sqeezed out of the cmi.. not just the expirimental crap we hear over and over again...the machine is extremly flexible and also works great for black music. we still love your music Jane! -- In Fairlight-CMI@yahoogroups.com, Jean-Bernard EM
Re: Alpha Keyboard needed
2008-07-10 by Michael
HI Harald, I have checked the power for the alpha keyboard and it is there. So it seems that there is something defective inside, something with the data transfer. Maybe a short circuit or some capacitors loosing their capacity. But anyway, thank you for your help, it seems that
Re: [Fairlight-CMI] Re: Alpha Keyboard needed
2008-07-07 by Harald Feldmann
Hi mike, Not sure if there is a fuse to the power for the alpha keyboard, you might try with a breakout connector and a voltage meter. I do not have the manuals handy, so I cannot verify the fuse hypothesis for you right now. You may also check the cabling for a broken wire. I wo
Re: Alpha Keyboard needed
2008-07-07 by Michael
Hi Harald, it does not respond any more... nothing. Will check if it still gets operating power from the CMI but for the case I just wanted to look around for a replacement. Greetz, Mike --- In Fairlight-CMI@yahoogroups.com, "Harald Feldmann" wrote: > > Hi Michael, what is the pr
Re: [Fairlight-CMI] Alpha Keyboard needed
2008-07-04 by Harald Feldmann
Hi Michael, what is the problem with the keyboard ? > Hi! > > A friend of mine has some problems with his alpha keyboard for his CMI > III. Does someone know where to get a new one or who could help for > repair in Germany? > > Thanks a lot and all the best, > > Mike > > > ------
Re: [Fairlight-CMI] Alpha Keyboard needed
2008-07-04 by Harald Feldmann
Hi Michael, what is the problem with the keyboard ? > Hi! > > A friend of mine has some problems with his alpha keyboard for his CMI > III. Does someone know where to get a new one or who could help for > repair in Germany? > > Thanks a lot and all the best, > > Mike > > > ------
Alpha Keyboard needed
2008-07-04 by Michael
Hi! A friend of mine has some problems with his alpha keyboard for his CMI III. Does someone know where to get a new one or who could help for repair in Germany? Thanks a lot and all the best, Mike
Re: [Fairlight-CMI] Trevor Horn talks about the Fairlight
2008-07-03 by Peter Connelly
Marvellous. I love the bit where Trevor asks "sorry, is there a problem with your phone". I could see / sense Trevor getting slightly agitated prior at this. Cheers, Peter On Mon, Jun 30, 2008 at 11:28 PM, john945277 john.hopkins2@btinternet.com > wrote: Interview with Trevor Hor
Trevor Horn talks about the Fairlight
2008-06-30 by john945277
Interview with Trevor Horn http://www.recordproduction.com/trevor-horn-producer-video-pt1.html
Re: [Fairlight-CMI] Re: Coldplay
2008-06-26 by Peter Connelly
I want mine back!!!!! :D On Wed, Jun 25, 2008 at 2:08 AM, Colin Ross colin.a.ross@btinternet.com > wrote: The strings are Fairlight layered not a synclavier. however it was used on some tracks. Alot of drums are Fairlight. Via la vida was all composed on a fairlight and on the al
Re: Recreating the Fairlight
2008-06-25 by buchla300
--- In Fairlight-CMI@yahoogroups.com, "M.J.B." wrote: > > >The MiniMoog sits beside my `real' Moog and complements it very well. > Each makes sounds the other doesn't really manage. > > Curious, what "real" moog do you have to compare? > > I'll I'm saying is anyone can make a Fai
Re: [Fairlight-CMI] Re: Coldplay
2008-06-25 by Colin Ross
The strings are Fairlight layered not a synclavier. however it was used on some tracks. Alot of drums are Fairlight. Via la vida was all composed on a fairlight and on the album theyve used it and real strings combined. Guitars on some tracks is a series III. its all over the alb
Re: [Fairlight-CMI] Re: Recreating the Fairlight
2008-06-24 by NormLeete@aol.com
In a message dated 23/06/2008 19:40:52 GMT Standard Time, krec@erenis.fr writes: You can create some amazing sounds when you sample with the IIx... Not forgetting the synthesis side of things as well... Norm
Re: R: [Fairlight-CMI] Re: Recreating the Fairlight
2008-06-24 by krec
You're right Mister Laurent. Eric K. Le Tue, 24 Jun 2008 18:08:17 +0200, Laurent Lemaire a écrit: > > > It's correct. That why I keep my Cubase 3.0 on Atari. It does the job. > It's not flashy, it's not fast, but I know it very well, and at the end > of the day, I'm more producti
Re: R: [Fairlight-CMI] Re: Recreating the Fairlight
2008-06-24 by Laurent Lemaire
It's correct. That why I keep my Cubase 3.0 on Atari. It does the job. It's not flashy, it's not fast, but I know it very well, and at the end of the day, I'm more productive than using the latest software which contain zillion of settings and functions which loose me and complet
Re: R: [Fairlight-CMI] Re: Recreating the Fairlight
2008-06-24 by krec
Primitiveness, restriction... bring you creation... Le Tue, 24 Jun 2008 16:51:13 +0200, fabio delben a écrit: > Hi Everyone, > Instead of replacing Fairlilght and Synclavier hardware, I would rather > like to use them in conjunction with the latest PCs or Mac. Wouldn't it > be gr
R: [Fairlight-CMI] Re: Recreating the Fairlight
2008-06-24 by fabio delben
Hi Everyone, Instead of replacing Fairlilght and Synclavier hardware, I would rather like to use them in conjunction with the latest PCs or Mac. Wouldn't it be great to be able to use their A/Ds and D/A with let's say ProTools or Logic? I really like the sound of my Fairlight and
R: [Fairlight-CMI] Re: Recreating the Fairlight
2008-06-24 by Tomás
Yes, the current vogue for different flavours of mic pre might move on to different flavours of converters. The old Sony PCM F1 had an interesting colour, that would be a nice one to have around too. But surely a DA or AD would be the one thing that an impulse response could recr
Re: [Fairlight-CMI] Re: Coldplay
2008-06-24 by Peter Connelly
Yeah, that Kanye / Chris song REALLY annoys me (as does Chris Martins voice), but I find myself somehow intrigued everytime I hear it. Maybe it's the resonance of the Fairlight :-D Cheers, Peter On Thu, Jun 12, 2008 at 3:54 PM, Tomás tomulcahy@yahoo.com > wrote: --- In Fairlight-