Re: Love-Hounds digest V12 #128

[SamiT007@aol.com]

In a message dated 96-04-16 12:57:49 EDT, you write:

>>Hi. I've been trying to figure out this "Dreaming Plug" for a while now,
and
>>I thought this explanation was so simple I could be sure to get it to work;
>> however, after messing around behind my stereo and speakers for half an
>>hour, I gave it up.  Is there a reason, not mentioned, why this wouldn't
>work
>>on my stereo?  I can't get this too work for the life of me.  I get the
>>impression that Kate's lead vocals will not be heard or will be more
subdued
>>if the Dreaming Plug is done correctly--am I correct in this assumption?
>
>   How much of the lead vocal is removed depends on the production of the
>song. Most lead vocals are directly in the center, and are equally in both
>channels. When this happens it's "L+R" and gets pulled out when the 
>speakers are wired like this. This effect is less noticable the more echo,
>reverb, phasing and multi-tracking applied to the lead vocal. The effect
>will vary widely.
>
>  One of the best Kate songs for this is _Rocket's Tale_. The lead vocal
>is very clean and drops right out.

Thanks for the advice!  I think I finally got it right this time.  I still
can't tell one bit of a difference on some of Kate's music--like N4E and TD,
but most everything else is quite amazing! Now, is there a reason why it
doesn't make a difference when I play cassettes or the radio?  The effect
seems to only occur when I'm listening to CD's...or am I completely in la-la
land?  Also, for anyone who likes Sarah McLaughlin,  you must try the
"Dreaming Plug" with the Freedom Session, especially Track #5, Good Enough.
 It's quite a "spiritual" experience.

ta-ta,
Samantha