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Tony Szpala wrote:...if you are subject to levels above 85 dB(A) for a prolonged period of time then you will loose part of your hearing acuity (well established by research). ..
Tony
martcaster wrote:The story of the Club Steward reminded me of the time we played a club in Driffield (a punishment I would recommend for all repeat offenders) We arrived at the appointed hour, set up and sound-checked with F/City. 3 bars in the power went off. Club Steward located, reset the trip switch and off again. 3 bars in....no power! this happened 4 times before the Steward pointed out to us the 'Limiter' installed the day before. I persuaded our singer to try an announcement... "Good Evening, Ladies and " No power! At this point, I started to pack my gear. "Where are you going?" "home!" "Why?" "Well, if we can't even announce ourselves over the mike, what's the point of staying?"
The Limiter was switched off immediately, and we had a good night. But I dread to think what damage might have been done to the Vox circuitry with all that On/Off business.
Re. Guitar Club volumes, it's always been way too loud at any venue I've been at. But, the audience volume has always managed to exceed it. Note to audiences...if you want to have a full-blown conversation with your neighbour while the player is putting his hard-earned hours of practice on the line DO IT OUTSIDE THE ROOM!!! A little courtesy MIGHT reduce the volume level.
Love to all,
Mart
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