Re: [Harp-L] foot operated bass - PorchBoard



A gadget that has been around since 1994 called the PorchBoard plugs into an amp and provides a monotone bass sound. It lists at $300 (Elderly has it for less) and the current model looks slightly different from the original model, adding an outrigger footrest. My 2004 model is not shown on PorchBoard site but it appears in some of the YouTubes. The PorchBoard does not require any tricky footwork; all you have to do is tap your foot.

<http://www.porchboard.com/RP_UCL-SComparison.html>

The new model accepts XLR and quarter inch plugs and has a three-way frequency response switch.

If you are handy with tools and have a lot of free time, there are some Youtube videos that demonstrate how to build your own. Or you can just put a 3/4 plywood board down and mic it.
Hope this helps.
Phil


-----Original Message-----
From: Gary Lehmann <gnarlyheman@xxxxxxxxx>
To: John Kerkhoven <solo_danswer@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
Cc: Harp-L <harp-l@xxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Wed, Feb 2, 2011 6:53 pm
Subject: Re: [Harp-L] foot operated bass WAS: Group Arrangement


That's funny--I am about to drag some Roland PK-5 bass pedals down to my gig to use along with guitar and harp (and vocals)--see if they give me more money 8)G





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