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And I just called deadpan "Deadman". Been playing death stranding 2, sorry for that
I didn’t know it got released already!!!!
Probably won’t see me much for a week or two, the first one if my favorite game yet.
I didn’t know it got released already!!!!
Probably won’t see me much for a week or two, the first one if my favorite game yet.
Dimiguitar
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Some disliked the first, but I loved it, including the postman gameplay. Having a blast with the new one as well. More refined.
AlbertA
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Yeah, the story was way too crazy/original for me to not enjoy it. Never had a game where the scenery and music could actually cause an emotional effect on me before but the first one definitely did it. Perfect timing, I’m starting my vacation at 4PM tomorrow.
Not to be repetitive ..... Yes, they do THAT better, but not that much better in the majority of cases, and in no case where you could tell in a mix. Meanwhile, the EFX difference, form factor offerings, ability to customize tone, switching time, performance setup, durability, etc, etc, of the other units falls way behind.
For people that want a great bedroom toy, NAM and Tonex are just fine.
I am interested in what people would consider "Kemper catching" the competition would look like and how it would be measured. FWIW, based on the continued changes to the Kemper marketing statement, I am guessing that from a strict null test analysis, Kemper will not reach NAM accuracy. I am guessing that it gets pretty close though and it will certainly be better than the MK1 algorithm was.
Now, to get off the accuracy discussion for a minute, even if MK2 hits a home run on capture accuracy, the Ui/Ux of the unit still looks like something developed in the 90's. That will still be a marketing problem for Kemper. Also, if Kemper continues to hang their marketing hat on being the most accurate, and amp reproduction as a USP, I think they will face some pretty stiff competition even from $400 devices.... which they can't win against in price.
Kemper created the capture device for live musicians. This is a great accomplishment. When it was introduced, everyone was focused on the plethora of videos and clips showing that you couldn't really tell the difference. That was a very cool marketing tool THEN. I think that Kemper should refocus to their many other strengths as "Accurate Capture" is going to be about as special as power windows soon.
I do wonder though how Kemper managed to loose control of capture technology. I suspect their patent was not done well and got too specific .... allowing others to wiggle around the edges. Dumb. Likely the most costly mistake the company has made to date.
They won’t.
Dimiguitar
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Then you're in for a treat for sure. Enjoy it. I've had time off for a week now, and gf travelling. Result has been departing humanity almost entirely with the game. I've had to tone it down somewhat now to feed and sustain my physical existence lel
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Yep, and they are also great for small gigs, medium gigs, home recording, professional recording and more. I don't think too many people are doing arena or stadium tours with NAM or Toxex but there have been a couple recognizable names who have used them in mid level settings.
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That's one heck of a bold statement. Yes they are stiff and unforgiving, but some people actually like amps like that, and Matchless are far from alone. They have sold a lot of amps for a LOT of money, so I am pretty sure not everyone dislikes playing them.
Dimiguitar
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Not sure if I should voice this, but I used a matchless DC 30 through loadbox, IR and headphones for a while. Liked it a lot for what it did. Also liked it loud in the room, when I tried it this way, but it was only a few times.
MirrorProfiles
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For professional studio recording, they’re much better options than lugging a Kemper around and doing things slowly with no plugin ability whatsoever and worse sound for the extra trouble.
So if it’s a case of making dumb/meaningless accusations about gear, you could easily call Kemper a bedroom toy.
paisleywookiee
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Surely you know by now how inflammatory statements like these are, right? I mean, if that's your goal, then go for it.
ian_dissonance
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When you take criticisms of guitar hardware personally you lose all judgement. Hurt people hurt people.
paisleywookiee
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It's just a fucking dumb, ignorant thing to say. But I guess if he's playing it for the laughs, then whatever.When you take criticisms of guitar hardware personally you lose all judgement. Hurt people hurt people.
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ian_dissonance
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I don’t know, it comes across more like the guy who doesn’t understand good natured ribbing so he literally shits on your porch because you made a joke about his mustache and thinks those are the same thing.
ian_dissonance
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Love to hear the recordings.
We just jam in there mostly. A few of my pro friends get together and we play for us.
ian_dissonance
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Ok.
