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Clay Ruede
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Housing Colonies in Sullivan County NY
Sullivan County NY Historian John Conway talks about the development of Housing Colonies in the county from 1840 to the present at the Smallwood Civic Association Lodge on August 12, 2023, with an introduction by the Association's President, Jonathan Hyman
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Відео
#SongsofComfort
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Some time ago, Yo-Yo Ma began a #SongsofComfort for the PBS Newshour; my wife suggested that I do something to contribute to this. Later, my daughter and I were watching Ken Burns' documentaries (Civil War, the Roosevelts, etc.) and I decided that this would be a good thing for us to do
A Comparison of Nine Cello Endpins
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Comparisons of nine 10mm endpins: from New Harmony, a hollow 20 inch, 43 gram carbon fiber, a 20 inch, 67 gram solid CF, a 24 inch, 76 gram hollow CF, a 24 inch, 79 gram solid CF, and a 28 inch, 89 gram solid CF; a Cube Acoustics solid 24 inch, 390 tuned alloy; a Memminger 24 inch, 92 gram hollow titanium with three vertical rows of alternately placed homes, which allows you to rotate the pin f...
A Comparison of Thomastik Versum, Versum Solo, and Rondo cello strings
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00:00 Versum A Major scale 00:13 Versum Solo A Major scale 00:27 Rondo A Major scale 00:40 Versum Brahms B Major 01:40 Versum Solo Brahms B Major 02:36 Rondo Brahms B Major 03:36 Versum Shostakovich A string 04:15 Versum Solo Shostakovich A string 04:53 Rondo Shostakovich A string 05:34 Versum D Major scale 05:46 Versum Solo D Major scale 06:00 Rondo D Major scale 06:13 Versum Ropartz 06:27 Ver...
ConCarbo Adjustable Afterlength Tailpiece
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This is a demonstration of a prototype carbon fiber tailpiece by ConCarbo (Georg Schegolsky) that features an adjustable string afterlength design. In this demonstration, there are four different adjustments: the first is the standard 6:1 ratio of string length to string afterlength, the second is a “tuned” version of that ratio such that the each string afterlength sounds an octave and a fifth...
Pirastro Perpetual Cello Strings
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A demonstration of the complete line of Pirastro Perpetual Cello Strings: Cadenza, Medium, Edition, Soloist, and Strong, presented in order of string tension rating. 00:00 Perpetual Edition A scale 00:13 Perpetual Medium A scale 00:24 Perpetual Soloist A scale 00:38 Perpetual Medium D scale 00:50 Perpetual Edition D scale 01:03 Perpetual Soloist D scale 01:16 Perpetual Cadenza G scale 01:28 Per...
A Comparison of Magnacore Medium and Arioso Strings
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00:00 Magnacore Medium A scale 00:13 Arioso A string scale 00:26 Magnacore Medium Brahms B Major 01:23 Arioso Brahms B Major 02:22 Magnacore Medium Shostakovich A string 03:00 Arioso Shostakovich A string 03:40 Magnacore Medium D scale 03:52 Arioso D string scale 04:06 Magnacore Medium Ropartz 04:22 Arioso Ropartz 04:35 Magnacore Medium G scale 04:48 Arioso G string scale 05:02 Magnacore Medium...
Wittner and Karbon Tasarim Tailpieces in Comparison
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This is a demonstration of a new Carbon Fiber tailpiece from Korhan Türk of KarbonTasarim. To give the listener a familiar baseline comparison, all excerpts alternate the widely known Wittner composite tailpiece with those of the KarbonTasarim. Both were recorded in identical circumstances, the same microphones, mic placement, and recording levels. No artificial sound enhancement of any kind. W...
A Demonstration of Thomastik Versum and Versum Solo Cello Strings
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A Demonstration of Thomastik Versum and Versum Solo strings for Cello 00:00 Versum A string scale 00:14 Versum Solo A string scale 00:28 Versum Brahms B major 01:26 Versum Solo Brahms B major 02:23 Versum Shostakovich A string 03:02 Versum Solo Shostakovich A string 03:40 Versum D string scale 03:53 Versum Solo D string scale 04:06 Versum Ropartz 04:20 Versum Solo Ropartz 04:35 Versum G string ...
A demonstration of the HEIMU H800 Series musical instrument mic
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A demonstration of the HEIMU H800 Series musical instrument microphone for the cello The purpose of this demonstration is to give a basic understanding of how this microphone can work in a sound reinforcement (amplified cello) environment. The cello was recorded with the mic in two common placements often employed with the DPA 4099 microphone (a widely recognized industry standard), the first w...
A Comparison of Three Cello Endpins
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Comparisons of a New Harmony 19 inch, 10mm, 68 gram carbon fiber endpin, a New Harmony 24 inch, 10mm, 76 gram carbon fiber endpin, and a 24 inch, 10mm, 230 gram RESONANCE Titanium Cello Endpin. Actual length of the shafts are 18.5 inches, 22.5 inches, and 22.5 inches, respectively. All excerpts were performed with the endpin at the same length outside of the cello, 12.75 inches. There is a good...
Ronald Crutcher's Tribute to Aldo Parisot
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From the 100th Birthday celebration of Aldo Parisot
Ralph Kirshbaum's Tribute to Aldo Parisot
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From the 100th Birthday Celebration of Aldo Parisot
Microphone comparisons, Oktava MK 319, MJE 384, Shure MV88
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Microphone comparisons, Oktava MK 319, MJE 384, Shure MV88
Grieg Andante con moto for Piano Trio
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Grieg Andante con moto for Piano Trio
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Merci pour ce travail de comparaison !
In actual use, I'm impressed
Hey Clay, I only have one question, is the solo version of those versum strings significantly louder then the non solo version? I like the non solo just so slightly better sound quality wise but assume that they won't have enough power, btw. very nice playing
thank you for very informative videos .
Hi Clay! what is your opinion on II cannone worm & broad over versum solo ? which one would you chuse choose.?or do u have any video on them.?
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I want to use the mv88+ for my piano, do you still recommend it or have you upgraded to something else?
It really depends on the purpose you wish to make of what you are recording. I have several high end mics, custom ribbon mics large diaphragm custom made mics, etc., and what I use for a particular purpose can vary. What are you hoping to do with this mic?
It all depends on what your goal is for the recording. Are you looking to make a spectacular video performance in a great hall, or something to post on your website, share on social media, etc? UA-cam, for instance , doesn't allow you to post high quality sound unless you jump through hoops, so there isn't much point in pro quality equipment. I havean assortment of custom made mics, which is what I use mostly, but for many purposes, these mics can work well. It really matters where the mic is placed, the room sound, and what your goal is. tell me more, and I will respond *sorry, I was in Europe for a bit.
Hi! Sorry to leave an unrelated question here, but I just saw your brilliant comments on Reddit and wonder that your blog has been closed. It is not possible to enter your blog, and I’m seeking for your bridge unwarping method-which you mentioned ‘by DRY HEAT’.
Thanks so much!
So Clay, having also played both the Rondos and the Versum Solo now, I was wondering if after all this time you went back to Versum Solo or have stuck with Rondo? I’ve been after a particular sound for a long time and Versum Solo was the closest I got so far. I loved the Rondo A and G, by far my favorites of those strings, but I hated the C and D. The D had a really weak fourth position for me and was too mellow compared to the brilliant A, but was also too weak to match the powerful and noble G. it was like it was mismatched to both the A and G and drove me nuts. The C was difficult as well, and even after taming the carelessness aspect, I found it too airy for my liking. I wish I could try a pairing that had a better complement to the Rondo A and G. I’ve thought I substituting both with Versum Solo D and C and was wondering what you thought that might be like. I don’t want to substitute the Rondo C for a Spirrocore C because I don’t like the gravelly tone, I love the clarity though. I just want a C with an non-gravelly edge. I am curious if a Versum Solo C will fit that bill for me. I am more worried about trying to park the Versum Solo D with the Rondo A. I guess I’m just a picky customer.
Isso foi com o mesmo instrumento?
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Hi Clay, I’m cogitating over strings to try on my teacher’s (partial) Testore and considering Rondos, this video made it very clear to me. I’m going to compare with Magnacore Ariosos unless you have a video that convinces me not to 😆 Thanks!
Enfin je trouve le 6e que je joue merci
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Outstanding. I am excited and motivated to learn more cello pieces. I love this instrument. It's amazing.
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I love how lower Versum Solo and Rondo sound. I can't decide which strings I would buy for my lowers, so I though about mixing them (Rondo G and Versum Solo C) Do you think is this a good idea? I did that with a Larsen Soloist A and a Magnacore D, and they did work for me
What I've heard is the rondos are a bit higher tension than the versum, and the solo c is a thicker string if that makes any difference to you
What cello are you playing?
It is a modern cello by the Hungarian-American maker Janos Bodor, modeled on a 1622 Brothers Amati. It is around 40 years old, has a one piece poplar back and willow ribs, is incredibly responsive and has a huge and flexible sound.
actually perfect 🥰
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Thank you for yet another detailed and VERY well produced sound extravaganza, Clay. If I may add my two cents worth from an amateur's point of view, folks with less experience, like me !, might wonder if these strings might fit well with their intermediate level cellos. In my particular case the answer is an unqualified yes. First of all, the classy Magnacore Arioso packaging hints at the level of quality inside but more importantly, once these guys are on a cello, delight awaits. For instance, my 5 month old Larsen A and D Originals were nothing to sneeze at but the new Arioso D, especially, just blew the D Original out of the water. The new A was also a treat albeit to a slightly lesser extent. The 5 month old D'Addario C and G were OK but the Arioso C certainly was an improvement over the rather undefined sounding D'Addario C. Overall, the Magnacore Ariosos REALLY improved the quality of sound in the resonance and sustain domains. To those new to installing their own strings, do not forget to wipe them clean with 99% Isopropyl alcohol BEFORE installing! Yes, even brand new strings fresh out of the packet need the protective oil coating during manufacture wiped off before installing. Happy cello-ing! Thanks again, Clay : )
Je trouve ça d'un ennui
Je n'aime absolument pas
Now I play 1... 00:01
Thank you - this is extremely helpful in exploring the Perpetual line of strings - I was debating on Edition A vs Soloist A and quite frankly, I don't hear enough of a difference to fret about it and I do have a VERY good sound set up on my Mac : ) If you see this comment, would you care to advise on whether you have found anything you like better than the Perpetuals in terms of tone, playability and above all, a "friendly", sonorous A without the slightest edge? Many thanks again for you highly detailed sound comparisons - no one does it better! : )
I’ve been playing on Rondos since they came out on both of my cellos. Hope that helps!
Somehow I like the Versum Solo A more than the Rondo A. I have the feeling that Versum Solo has a bit more brilliance that the Rondo. Rondo is more warm. Maybe it is just because it sounds a bit more similar to the Larsen Solo A, which I am more used to.
Thanks for the extensive comparison! Great to be able to judge for yourself. I think I'll get the rondo's or the perpetuals. Now I have magna core arioso c,g I also noticed a lower tension Rondo A will be released. The marketing is confusing though, they call it 'experience'
Thank, Erik! I think that the marketing terms used for this stuff is so much BS, that’s why I started doing these demos, no opinion from me, just the closest possible audio comparison I could make. I had not heard of a lower tension version. BTW, the Rondo A is exactly the same tension as the Arioso A. I think tension is not a really good indicator of a strings quality or character. For me, a “high tension” string’s flexibility is a better guide to playability. In that measure the Rondo is superb, the response is super fast, and it feels incredibly smooth under the finger pads, and it’s flexibility makes it feel less hard than a pure gut A. I put together an article on strings a couple of years ago (so it’s not “up to the minute,” but you might find it useful nycellist.com/archives/217
I like Wittner, but Frirzs it's very nice too... in mu opinion, Wittner is more clear and resonant
Thank you so much!! Can you compare Larsen Magnacore with Versum Solo in the next video? Thank you!!
I no longer have the cello nor the setup to make more comaprisons that would be useful, I'm sorry!
You're cello its old or modern? because the sound the sound change...
Beautiful!!!
1. Andante quasi lento 0:01 2. Allegro moderato 1:50 3. Allegro 3:46 4. Allegro moderato 5:21 5. Allegretto 8:31 6. Allegro molto e risoluto 10:27 7. Andante con moto 11:57 8. Allegro molto vivo 13:44 9. Andante 15:42 10. Allegro 17:34 11. Adagio 18:54 12. Vivace 24:41
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Nice!!! :)
Gracias chaparrito por mostrarnos la calidad, no esta mada mal por el precio.
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Beautiful.
Warchal Amber is the closest you're going to get to the sound of Gut Strings w/o having any.
That Rondo D is substantially brighter than even the Versum Solo, and I heard they fixed the "hollowness" issue. It's probably impossible for two string brands to have the same intonation... right? I will probably pay to find out.
Searched for a suitable D string to match the excellent A Larsen Soloist. D Soloist is not so radiant as the A on my cello, tried Magnacore which worked somewhat in the 1st position but was overall a bit hollow and edgy and took very long to break to sound decent, Spirocore seemed too narrow, buzzing although the volume improved. Rondo right from the start seems to beat them all, the projection is superb and it matches well the A Soloist. Haven't tried any of the Versum though yet.
Any particular favorites so far? Right now I have an 8mm tempered 'bell metal' stainless steel alloy that I've been using for years without any compulsion to change it, but I absolutely despised the 10mm carbon fiber endpin I had on it previously.
Good video... what Cello Strings did you use for ADGC for the comparison ? Please post more videos.. we love it !
It was Versum (regular) strings, complete set. Thanks!
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Hi, is this ok for a double bass?