Mellotronists

ross_mehan wrote:
> Hi Everyone--My name is Ross and I'm new to the group.  I'm a huge Moody Blues fan, and 
> I've been entranced with the sound of the Mellotron for years.  I've had the pleasure of 
> meeting and spending time with Mike Pinder, one of the founders of the Moody Blues.  I'm 
> not a musician, but I've heard the mellotron used by many artists over the years, and Mike is 
> (IMHO) the master.  I've never heard anyone who's gotten the exquisite sounds out of this 
> tempermental device as he has.
>
>   
Hi Ross - welcome to the group.  I'm in southwest Ohio, so I probably
can't help you out that much.  If you do need something from here,
you're more than welcome.

Not to take away anything from Mike Pinder, as he's one of my favorite
Tronists too, but you shouldn't make the mistake of overlooking how much
Tony Clarke's production work brought to the Moodies sound.  I have a
feeling that Mike would be one of the first to tell you that.

Best of luck,
john barrick
#1407