Is that it?
Can we see the whole thing, or are you waiting for the new couch?
Not quite there, but coming finishing up part one (build), then onto part two (setup).
Remaining in Part 1:
- Glass in the display cabinet (Friday)
- Final acoustic panels (on order)
- Final hallway trim and door trim (dependent on Home Depot Trip)
- Touch up some paint (last thing)
- Trim / special above doorway (in progress)
Part 2:
- Set up studio gear (ordered)
- Initial recording
- Room readings
I'll try to run down later today, and take some "current status" panoramic pics. Your post made me realize that it's been a while since I did a set of those!
What type of glass are you using? UV? Anti glare? Plain old glass?Not quite there, but coming finishing up part one (build), then onto part two (setup).
Remaining in Part 1:
- Glass in the display cabinet (Friday)
What type of glass are you using? UV? Anti glare? Plain old glass?
Ahhh man.
It will look fine, but might not be entirely satisfying when you try to photo what is behind the glass. Eyes ignore reflecting much better than a camera does.For a simple cabinet in the music room, I'm starting with plain old glass. I told the company what I needed it for (display case), and this is what they recommend. I don't have UV concerns, and I'm not sure if glare is a problem. I decided to just try this, then adjust as needed.
It will look fine, but might not be entirely satisfying when you try to photo what is behind the glass. Eyes ignore reflecting much better than a camera does.
Ha, I like that one! So much so that it caused me to have pity, run down to take some new pics, and here they are:
Work on the room is slowing down a bit, as "work on the room" is being overtaken by "using the room", which I ain't that mad about.
Ah, ok, I hadn't considered that. Lately I've been thinking about humidification / climate control in there. Any thoughts?
I agree.Humidifier in the winter.
Dehumidifier in the summer.
Digital hygrometer. 45-55% relative humidity year round
Looks great! The couch/desk situation is bugging me probably more than it's bugging you, but that's how my mind works!
You'll recall our early conversation (10 pages ago?) about the amount of time spent preparing a room in which to play guitar, vs. the amount of time one might spend playing the guitar.... I learned a lot. Thank you.
Since you were kind enough to post pictures, allow me to post what I've been spending my time on. I hope you enjoy it. [BTW, all this was done on the McCarty]
- I couldn't figure out how to get a decent solo recording, with video. Tons of trial and error, and installing and uninstalling freeware.
- I also ran down an idea for an "ambient" recording.
- And, then there's the nut replacement on my McCarty.
In a slightly different vein, ambient music:
https://soundcloud.com/dan_s99/andy-summers-quarantine-blues
And then there's the nut. Jeez Lousie, look at that original! I don't think that would have made it our of your, very meticulous, woodshop.
I don't know much about this stuff, only "theoretical". I have a couple of Oasis in my Martins, and definitely watch them deflate quickly during the winter. The only other thing I know about humidifiers/hygrometers comes from regularly refilling the one in my small cigar box humidor.Humidifier in the winter.
Dehumidifier in the summer.
Digital hygrometer. 45-55% relative humidity year round
Thanks, and welcome!Just catching up...DAMMIT MAN! THAT is some fine work you've done Doug! Looks killer!!!
What are you using to monitor?I agree.
With a case that big, I would monitor it and see if by maintaining the room, I could maintain the case just by leaving the door open from time to time. For example, I opened the door of mine for a couple of hours this morning to balance with the room.
A small in case unit might be appropriate.
I have half a dozen little Oasis branded hygrometers.What are you using to monitor?
What are you using to monitor?
I have half a dozen little Oasis branded hygrometers.
Accu-rite hygrometer. Unless your cabinet is airtight or the lights are giving off a lot of heat keeping the room humidity correct (for the guitars on the wall) is probably sufficient to keep the cabinet humidity correct
Hit up your local cigar store. Talk with them about how they do their walk in humidors. Or, research with Google. There are large enough humidification systems that will accommodate your space.Ok, I've been doing a bunch of homework, and I'm seeing that a hygrometer is only half of the equation. Knowing what the temperature and humidity only tells me if I'm good or not, how do I change "not good" to good?
Why can't I find a system that monitors AND takes action (for the case, or room, or both?)? Is that called something else, or is there no one system that does?
Ok, I've been doing a bunch of homework, and I'm seeing that a hygrometer is only half of the equation. Knowing what the temperature and humidity only tells me if I'm good or not, how do I change "not good" to good?
Why can't I find a system that monitors AND takes action (for the case, or room, or both?)? Is that called something else, or is there no one system that does?