urbanx Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 [color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]So: we've scored a record deal, and we've been invited to a studio to record for a week. [/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]I will only be going for 3 days as I'm struggling to get the time off work, and have a heavily pregnant wife I'm worried about being apart from. [/size][/font][/color][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]We'll be staying in a hotel close to the studio, so I'm treating it as a bit of a mini-break from life. I'm not sure how much time we'll get in the evenings, but I can't see us going too mental. [/size][/font][/color] [font="Calibri, sans-serif"][color="#000000"]I started to write myself a packing list (I'm a bit OCD like that) and was just wondering if anyone had any experience where they've thought [/color][/font][i]"I wished I packed...."[/i][font="Calibri, sans-serif"][color="#000000"] Or[/color][/font][i] "I can't believe I lugged around .... that we never needed"[/i][font="Calibri, sans-serif"][color="#000000"] that they care to share, I know there's a lot of experienced old hands on here. [/color][/font] [color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Here's my list... [/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4][u]Musical stuff: [/u][/size][/font][/color][list] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Bass Guitar[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Guitar stand?[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Spare strings[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]New picks [/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]9V batteries[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]AA Batteries[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Tuner[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Leads[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Leatherman [/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Songbook / set list & Pen [/size][/font][/color] [/list] [color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4][u]Camera Stuff: [/u] (Quite heavy I know, but I'm quite into documenting the whole thing) [/size][/font][/color][list] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4][size=3]Camera [/size][/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]50mm Lens[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]18-85 Lens[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]10-20 Lens[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Flashgun?[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Memory Cards[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Spare camera batts[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]GoPro[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Suction mount[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Head mount? [/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Selfie Stick? [/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]GoPro USB Charging Lead [/size][/font][/color] [/list] [color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4][u]Personal effects[/u]: [/size][/font][/color][list] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]3 Outfits + Band uniform + Hoody [/size][/font][/color] [/list] [color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4][u]Tech: [/u][/size][/font][/color][list] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Laptop [/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Decent headphones[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]iPhone[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]iPhone Charger [/size][/font][/color] [/list] [color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4][u]Luxury: [/u][/size][/font][/color][list] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Favourite Wine (and a proper glass?) [/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Crate of beer for the lads[/size][/font][/color] [/list] [color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4][u]Cosmetics: [/u](These aren't open to being reduced!) [/size][/font][/color][list] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Shampoo & Conditioner, & [size=3]Heat protect serum [/size][/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Make up [/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Moisturiser / remover[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Brush[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Hairdryer[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Straightners[/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Meds [/size][/font][/color] [*][color=#000000][font=Calibri, sans-serif][size=4]Toothbrush & Paste [/size][/font][/color] [/list] [font="Calibri, sans-serif"][color="#000000"]Any input gratefully received. [/color][/font] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scalpy Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Some fruit and veg? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urbanx Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 Was thinking of some fruit snack bars, but am generally planning on getting food locally. Oh and for the glaring omission of an amp, I'll be going straight into the tape recorder (or whatever they use now) using an amp simulator. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 strap??....might get a bit sweaty so a (bar) towel to wipe your hands...might find yourself with time on your hands so a book or magazine (this months Bass Guitar Magazine, featuring our own Bluejay)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smaz Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 (edited) Ear plugs if you've got 'em - sitting there listening to it blaring out the studio monitors for a long time takes its toll... ! A spare bass, if you have one, or at least a toolkit - the input on mine started playing up when I went to a studio, managed to get away with it but could have done with a backup. Edited June 10, 2015 by smaz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeEvans Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 A good book. Always a lot of sitting around in that sort of situation. Probably worth a thread of its own as to which book... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landwomble Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Paracetamol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ambient Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 What's a leatherman ? Band uniform ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urbanx Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 [quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1433957474' post='2795474'] Straighteners? Really? [/quote] Lol, straightners picked up before make up?! [quote name='JoeEvans' timestamp='1433957595' post='2795476'] A good book. Always a lot of sitting around in that sort of situation. Probably worth a thread of its own as to which book... [/quote] I was thinking books / mags, but didn't know how anti-social that is! might have to bring something lighthearted & inspirational Cheers! [quote name='ambient' timestamp='1433963107' post='2795520'] What's a leatherman ? Band uniform ? [/quote] Oh a Leatherman is like a multi-tool. Yeah we have a band uniform (Red and black stripes, ala Dennis The Menace - http://static.wixstatic.com/media/10121c_ba7a8a2e718857cf09d17f118ef0e8ff.jpg_512) Cheers everyone, keep the suggestions coming! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Admiral Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Bottled water Rennies Fruit juice Toilet roll Hand Sanitizer A music stand (seriously - useful for the notepad, pens etc) Lots of patienc And details of the studio landline number, just in case the baby decides to make an appearance!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urbanx Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 [quote name='The Admiral' timestamp='1433965597' post='2795548'] Bottled water Rennies Fruit juice Toilet roll Hand Sanitizer A music stand (seriously - useful for the notepad, pens etc) Lots of patienc And details of the studio landline number, just in case the baby decides to make an appearance!!! [/quote] You've done this before! Yeah, I think bottled water and bog roll will deffo be added to the list...just in case! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cameltoe Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Definitely something to pass the time. There will be a lot of sitting around, not feeling like you can go anywhere. Oh, and surely 1000 brown M&M's should be no.1 on the request list? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Admiral Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 (edited) [quote name='urbanx' timestamp='1433969526' post='2795604'] You've done this before! Yeah, I think bottled water and bog roll will deffo be added to the list...just in case! [/quote] Joking aside - have you thought about what happens if the baby turns up and you need to go? Have you got a contingency for the bass parts - can you guitarist cover it, or can you go in and bash the bass tracks out in one go, once the rest of the tracking has been done? Not to pour rain on your parade, but people without kids don't understand that you need to do the family stuff first, and if the band doesn't progress after the recording, you don't want anyone using your inability to do the recording 'properly' becoming the default scapegoat. Might be an idea to try and agree you will do all your parts first, then if you need to go, no problem. Well worth spending some time boxing it off. Finally, forget to mention that peppermint tea or earl grey is a good option rather than endless coffees, and, even though it's summer, some gloves to wear to keep your hand muscles 'warm' : bad cramp or a muscle twinge will really spoil your day. Have fun. Edited June 10, 2015 by The Admiral Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urbanx Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 Yeah, lots of plans for if I get that call! I'm actually only 1Hr 20 from the hosp, so not that far from home really. I'm also putting £200 in an envelope for an emergency taxi in case I've had a drink! That said we'll have 5 cars between us, and the keyboard player is tee total! So fingers crossed the baby wont come on those 2.5 days! I will be the first in the band to have a kid, so yeah has been hard trying to keep August free of gigs! But in terms of bass, our band has a 'substitute' who can cover bass, drums, or guitar. Eek tho! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spectoremg Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 [quote name='scalpy' timestamp='1433954954' post='2795444'] Some fruit and veg? [/quote]LOL! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lojo Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 [quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1433957474' post='2795474'] Straighteners? Really? [/quote] Mate I saw Rick Parfitt once at 6am and he'd done is hair before stepping out the tour bus Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CamdenRob Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 Bass, Beer, Porn... job done Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urbanx Posted June 11, 2015 Author Share Posted June 11, 2015 [quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1434005567' post='2795770'] Bass, Beer, Porn... job done [/quote] Lol, that was the exact rider we had for recording our first EP! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roman_sub Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 coffee. lots and lots of coffee :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul_5 Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 If time is so precious then I'd take the alcohol out - it just slows everything down. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leftybassman392 Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 (edited) Stuff is mostly personal choice - seems to be pretty well covered above (although the range and quantity of cosmetics is definitely not something I'd thought of... ). +1 on something to pass the time (of which you will will have lots - lots and lots and lots). Make sure you get proper sleep too - adrenaline and coffee will only go so far. Finding some time to walk out into the real world occasionally wouldn't hurt either. Is it just recording by the way or are you going to come out of the session with a finished product? Edited June 11, 2015 by leftybassman392 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truckstop Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 Herbal teas are really good at keeping you refreshed, alert and generally in a good mood. Too much coffee makes your guts bad and makes your brain go wonky. Same goes for energy drinks! Also take a couple of proper physical books to read. It's easier on the eyes than reading off a screen for hours. Have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urbanx Posted June 11, 2015 Author Share Posted June 11, 2015 [quote name='Truckstop' timestamp='1434011663' post='2795837'] Also take a couple of proper physical books to read. It's easier on the eyes than reading off a screen for hours. [/quote] I hadn't even considered that. Excellent advice! [quote name='leftybassman392' timestamp='1434011170' post='2795833'] Is it just recording by the way or are you going to come out of the session with a finished product? [/quote] I'll just be involved with the recording (Days 1-3) I'm entrusting the band to approve the production / mastering on days 4 & 5. I'll hopefully get emailed some Mp3s on the last day. Yeah the deal involves some physical products at the end, but I’m assuming they’ll take a while to produce (They will be coloured 12” vinyls, as well as CDs) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacDaddy Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 Unless you bite them, nail clippers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4-string-thing Posted June 11, 2015 Share Posted June 11, 2015 (edited) Leave the alcohol til after the sessions are finished. I once read that a well known producer (I've forgotten who) used to have a sign on the studio wall that read "Boring people make boring records, and there is nothing more boring than someone who's drunk" And as someone who used to run a small demo studio, there is nothing worse than watching people waste time and money sitting around drinking when they should be working! Well, except bands who clearly haven't worked on the songs enough, arrangements etc (which I'm sure you have) Edited June 11, 2015 by 4-string-thing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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