Daniel Johnson
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Johnny Ace JT-30 and BlowsMeAway Productions Bulletini Mic Comparison
Hey guys,
This is a quick video comparing two of my favorite microphones for harmonica. I recently picked up the J.A. JT-30 and I couldn't be happier with it. It makes a great big sister to the Bulletini.
0:00 - Jam Track Intro
0:35 - Video Intro and Which Mics I've Used
3:50 - JT-30 Demo
5:10 - Bulletini Demo
5:48 - Please Like, Share, Subscribe, and All That Jazz...
Jam Track Used in Intro
ua-cam.com/video/0r_4h9BVrgE/v-deo.html
Please let me know what you think in the comments and don't be afraid to like, share, and subscribe.
Later!
P.S. Please check out my band, The Wildermen. Our debut self titled EP is out on all of the major streaming platforms as well as on UA-cam! Link below...
The Wildermen EP
ua-cam.com/play/OLAK5uy_lVt8Za7JnJ1udivy2SGeEN2vIac4y_lSE.html
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Відео

Harmonica Rig Rundown - August 2020
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Hey guys! Here is a complete rundown and demo of my current pedalboard. As anyone who suffers/benefits from GAS (Gear Acquisition Syndrome) knows, this is just a snapshot in time. No matter how much I love my current rig, I know it will eventually change. Even as I sit here typing this description I'm thinking of cool new pedals to try out... I really need a Colour Box... Anyway, I really hope ...
First Sit In with Jason Ricci & The Bad Kind (Video and Reflections)
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Hey guys, I was looking through an old hard drive and found the video of the first time I ever sat in with Jason Ricci & The Bad Kind. I was so excited to watch this video that I decided to make a video to share some of the segments as well as reflect on and tell the story of that night. I still consider that opportunity to be one of the best musical experiences of my life and I really hope you...
JHS Panther Cub V2 - Harmonica Demo
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Hey guys, This is a demo of the JHS Panther Cub V2 analog delay pedal. It was not, in any way, designed with harmonica in mind. I, however, think it works quite well and it has found a permanent home on my pedal board. I do quite a few things in this video to demo the pedal so I'll add timestamps in this description in case you would like to skip around. 0:00 Intro 0:36 Pedal Overview 5:18 Demo...
B Golden Melody (w/ Andrew Zajac Comb) in F# Major
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Hey guys, Just a quick video playing along to an F# Major jam track that I found (link down below) on my key of B Golden Melody. I recently put a custom comb on that harp from Andrew Zajac and it is super comfortable and made the harp play even better. Please let me know what you think and please like, share, subscribe, all that cool UA-cam stuff. Later! Also, please check out my band, The Wild...

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  • @johnlacy7644
    @johnlacy7644 2 місяці тому

    Sounds great, thanks. I prefer the bulletini and have not had a problem with mine for over 25 years. I play through two Electromuse A46 Headliner amps (late 40s - early 50s) that I was incredibly lucky to find.

  • @MrRezillo
    @MrRezillo 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for the vid. I like your style of playing: more single note, jazz oriented lines.

    • @MrRezillo
      @MrRezillo 4 місяці тому

      I'm thinking about getting the Bulletini after playing the Shure 58 for many years. Main reason: I have slightly smaller hands, so am interested in the Bulletini for that reason. What I DON"T want is a lot of distortion, or any distortion. In other words, I don't want to be another Little Walter imitator like so many other harp players. Which is why I'm a little leary of the Bulletini, based on most of the demonstrations I've heard. Any suggestions from anybody would be appreciated. I should mention that I'm a trumpet player and blues harp is my second instrument, so I want it to sound more like a "horn" than an accoustic folk or blues instrument. Thanks for an informative vid; you're an awsome player.

  • @Jack-fs2im
    @Jack-fs2im 8 місяців тому

    Thanx Daniel

  • @harmonica212
    @harmonica212 10 місяців тому

    I have a Hohner Blues Blaster and Greg said he can take the Bulletini element and put it in my Mic but he said it has the wrong knob so he has to make a custom knob for it and he is keeping the XLR part. After all, I like how it is locked in there because sometimes I step on my cord. I think it is the best Mic I have ever heard. I'm surprised Sugar Blue does not put the Heuman element into his Hohner Blues Blaster because he uses one of the Sure elements. I think the Bulletini element will sound way better.

    • @norfolknwhey4787
      @norfolknwhey4787 Місяць тому

      It depends on the genre of music being played. The Heumann element is good, but nothing beats a vintage Shure element for blues. There’s a reason all of the greats play Shure CR/CM or crystal elements.

    • @harmonica212
      @harmonica212 Місяць тому

      ​@norfolknwhey4787, I thought the Bulletini Mic sounded pretty good. I want to sound different than everyone else than using the same mics everyone else uses so I thought I would make it custom. ​

  • @michaelmitchell1496
    @michaelmitchell1496 Рік тому

    You play beautifully, friend, That first time you got up and played, was great. Goin' back to watch the rest.

  • @HoofHearted6
    @HoofHearted6 Рік тому

    Wow! You absolutey crushed it! I was shocked when you started playing....damn you got some serious harp chops.

    • @GG_Daniel
      @GG_Daniel Рік тому

      Thank you so much! I really appreciate that. Actually on break at a gig right now.

  • @landonstallings2891
    @landonstallings2891 Рік тому

    Wow! Had no idea you were this great at harmonica!

    • @GG_Daniel
      @GG_Daniel Рік тому

      Thanks man! I appreciate the kind words. Randy and I have been putting in the work with the music thing for over 10 years now. Gotta put the “gig” in Game & Gig! Lol

  • @2012onelove1
    @2012onelove1 Рік тому

    Very cool, best sit in ever he said!!

  • @Johncalvin666
    @Johncalvin666 Рік тому

    The same way Pat Ramsey would have done to Jason at one time.

    • @GG_Daniel
      @GG_Daniel Рік тому

      No doubt man. It was certainly an honor.

  • @MarcosBluesharp
    @MarcosBluesharp Рік тому

    Nice Job Daniel🤘🏼🤜moon cat is such a beautiful soul!!!

  • @bigmike6222
    @bigmike6222 Рік тому

    🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @MonsterOiac
    @MonsterOiac Рік тому

    Really good stuff!

  • @norfolknwhey4787
    @norfolknwhey4787 Рік тому

    I see the BBE sonic pedals on a lot of boards, and everyone keeps them on all the time, but no one explains why they use it. Any help explaining why to use sonic booster vs the sonic maximizer?

    • @GG_Daniel
      @GG_Daniel Рік тому

      Hey! I’ll try to explain as best I can. I use the Sonic Stomp. Basically, low and high frequencies travel at different speeds and therefore arrive at the listener’s ear at different times. We can, in some situations, perceive this as a “muddiness” in the tone. The BBE pedal works to fix this problem by delaying the higher frequencies (they are faster) a bit so that they arrive at the roughly the same time as the lower frequencies (slower). I could be COMPLETELY wrong but that’s the way it’s been explained to me. I think it is EXTREMELY subtle but I do think it makes my tone slightly clearer so I do leave it always on. BBE also makes the Sonic Maximizer which is big rack mounted contraption. It probably does a whole lot more but it really wouldn’t be practical at all for my application. The Sonic Stomp is basically a pedal version of one application of the Sonic Maximizer. Again, that’s what I’ve been told over the years. I hope this helps!

    • @norfolknwhey4787
      @norfolknwhey4787 Рік тому

      @@GG_Daniel that helps a lot thank you. I play mainly thru a PA, so I don’t think it’s something I need at this time. Much appreciated .

  • @rizzolovesryan
    @rizzolovesryan Рік тому

    This sounds great, and made my playing better today. Thanks!

  • @Blue_3rd
    @Blue_3rd Рік тому

    Nice video and cool playing. I enjoyed the Jason Ricci tune too :) I preferred the tone of the bulletini, but to be honest they both sounded excellent - you are a very good player. Cheers!

  • @DavidWilson-vq7fl
    @DavidWilson-vq7fl 2 роки тому

    Cool video! You can tell by his playing that he is digging the Bulletini more. :-)

  • @DavidWilson-vq7fl
    @DavidWilson-vq7fl 2 роки тому

    Dang, how have I never heard of this guy?? He's a great musician and player!

    • @GG_Daniel
      @GG_Daniel Рік тому

      Thanks brother! I really appreciate that! Yeah if you found me, you’ve definitely been digging deep into harmonica UA-cam. Haha. I need to get back to making videos.

  • @jayp.2313
    @jayp.2313 2 роки тому

    Cool board great playing . Been playing for 52 years just getting back into it with my old band after a long break . You are great at this.

  • @JChalant
    @JChalant 2 роки тому

    Great Pedal demo! thanks!

  • @jaxgator24
    @jaxgator24 2 роки тому

    Great video! Thanks! How long have you been playing?

  • @juliekrol
    @juliekrol 2 роки тому

    I love this, you sound so good ❤️

  • @philnewton2011
    @philnewton2011 2 роки тому

    Thank you!

  • @jasondonnelly1885
    @jasondonnelly1885 2 роки тому

    Nice one man. 👍.

  • @alejandrodanielnicola9126
    @alejandrodanielnicola9126 2 роки тому

    Very cool, there aren't many information about effects and how every blues harp player use it. Many thx for share your gear.

  • @etacarinae1893
    @etacarinae1893 2 роки тому

    that was so amazing Daniel - great job!!

  • @williamgieras8505
    @williamgieras8505 2 роки тому

    What pedal are you using for organ effect? Thx!

  • @jasonricci
    @jasonricci 2 роки тому

    Always a pleasure having you!

    • @GG_Daniel
      @GG_Daniel 2 роки тому

      Thanks J! When you coming back to GA?

    • @jasonricci
      @jasonricci 2 роки тому

      Bro! Where do I play?

  • @brunobellini3891
    @brunobellini3891 2 роки тому

    I’m using Bulletini mic and it sound very great… I have also an ultimate SM57, a HB 52 Hohner… but it’s not the same sound. Bulletini is much more smooth. I’d like to purchase an astatic Jt 30 cause it’s a gorgeous mic… but I think I do not cause Bulletini sound great and seems to have a better bite… thanks for the demo. Sorry for my bad English

  • @ADHuss1
    @ADHuss1 2 роки тому

    There are a bunch of amp & cab simulators out there now. Running one of these means you don't have to mic an amp you can plug directly into a mixer to PA system. Have you tried any of them too see how well they work with a harmonica? I was wondering if you could get some of the big amp richness without the big amp issues associated with harmonica?

  • @phucphamthanh5812
    @phucphamthanh5812 2 роки тому

    The video sound is pretty good, beyond my imagination

  • @surajpathare8773
    @surajpathare8773 3 роки тому

    Please can you make a video using , boss synthesizer pedal with harmonica.

  • @janpeters-jansongsproducti1010
    @janpeters-jansongsproducti1010 3 роки тому

    Nice Jazz-Blues!

  • @dmitrysbor
    @dmitrysbor 3 роки тому

    It looks like that only Harp Ocive matters to have this fat, solid harmonica sound.

  • @stuffnuns
    @stuffnuns 3 роки тому

    What I like just by looking at the controls, the volume knob, the EQ knob, the Ratio controls, and, the holy grail of analog control, Tap Tempo. When ya play harp, controlling the tone of the delay can make or break your sound.

  • @mrarkane
    @mrarkane 3 роки тому

    It's hard to not love the JT30 for its classic looks but the Bulletini has more bite!

  • @mrarkane
    @mrarkane 3 роки тому

    Smooth sound you've got going there brother!

  • @richfroiland2337
    @richfroiland2337 3 роки тому

    Don’t play harmonica but this is the best demo of the cub on the UA-cam! Thanks

    • @GG_Daniel
      @GG_Daniel 3 роки тому

      Thanks for the kind words man!

  • @albertovillas9437
    @albertovillas9437 3 роки тому

    That sounds beautiful man

  • @eetechtom
    @eetechtom 3 роки тому

    Good for you, that’s awesome!

  • @79rapture
    @79rapture 4 роки тому

    I'd love to hear what your opinion on an Audix Fireball

    • @GG_Daniel
      @GG_Daniel 4 роки тому

      Man I’ve never actually played a Fireball. I know it’s popular for players looking for a really clean mic. I’m pretty sure that mic has A LOT of headroom so it probably won’t break up much if at all. But it probably has a nice sound if you want a clean representation of your tone.

    • @79rapture
      @79rapture 4 роки тому

      @@GG_Daniel I use it when I'm using my b9 organ pedal or if I use any sort of wah or envelope filter. I think you'd really like the sound of your organ effect on that mic. If ya ever get a chance to play one or pick up a used one I recommend it. I found a used one one ebay for 50 bucks

    • @GG_Daniel
      @GG_Daniel 4 роки тому

      @@79rapture Will do man! Thanks!

  • @m.steven7659
    @m.steven7659 4 роки тому

    So much clarity with both mics. Can't wait to hear the 30 live and in person!

    • @GG_Daniel
      @GG_Daniel 4 роки тому

      Thanks Boss! She’s a keeper for sure! Some things they just got right back in the day.

  • @donaldneumeyer4423
    @donaldneumeyer4423 4 роки тому

    Awesome review Daniel. I am using a Keeley Caverns pedal but might look into adding the JHS Cub as well.

  • @stephenkatko3236
    @stephenkatko3236 4 роки тому

    You sound great dude.

  • @williamdixon4812
    @williamdixon4812 4 роки тому

    Mooncat is truly an inspiration for many of us. Having met him myself, and spending 3 Days with him at the Collective a few Years ago the way he teaches is top notch and many times Very comical will make you laugh and make learning fun. He keeps it interesting. He is one of a kind. Thanks for sharing. You are a great player. This just made my Day.

  • @dorkdelacruz6340
    @dorkdelacruz6340 4 роки тому

    wow nice

  • @jasonricci
    @jasonricci 4 роки тому

    Nice rundown

    • @GG_Daniel
      @GG_Daniel 4 роки тому

      Thanks Jason!

    • @donaldneumeyer4423
      @donaldneumeyer4423 4 роки тому

      Excellent Daniel

    • @flyingfishapalachicola5962
      @flyingfishapalachicola5962 4 роки тому

      I'm in "what might I want" mode and the one that you're using I'm tempted by (that I'm not already using) is the BBE Maximizer. Trying to keep my board small Bulletini>EP>Octave>Maxon Envelope>LW Delay>CC Delay>DI>PA. I haven't been using an amp for awhile but I have monsters aplenty. Of yours, and thanks for the excellent run down, I don't see much you're using that would change my sound a whole lot. Organ is cool but I'm ok with the version I get with solid octaves. You do have a few that seem to duplicate purpose but successfully so that 2-8% better is worth it. Your only modeling effect for distortion like sound is the Octave. That does work nice with the HG but past 9 o'clock by PA I can hear the square wave I don't like so I don't use it much for that. It does serve great as a volume preamp and it has some of that feedback control magic Randy stuck in there. So I'm thinking Maximizer. I know it's a JR constant so that has me thinking too.

    • @davechae5890
      @davechae5890 2 роки тому

      Nice

  • @colorizedenhanced-timeless5945
    @colorizedenhanced-timeless5945 4 роки тому

    Good afternoon, Daniel Johnson. exceptionally surprising video. thank. :)

  • @Arrick
    @Arrick 4 роки тому

    Love how he’s cheering you on back there.

    • @GG_Daniel
      @GG_Daniel 4 роки тому

      It puts a huge smile on my face!

  • @richardoboyd5886
    @richardoboyd5886 4 роки тому

    Beautiful people making beautiful music....

    • @GG_Daniel
      @GG_Daniel 4 роки тому

      Thanks so much man!