Tired of lugging large amps and PA systems? Ya, Me too. 8-30-2015

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Tired of lugging large amps and PA systems? Ya, Me too. 8-30-2015

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I've done the Old Age Rock Band thing and to be honest, Loved it. BUT, as age starts to wear more on my body, yet not willing to let go of the Love of performing, Roland has come to the rescue. I bought a Roland Street Cube amp that runs on Electricity OR Batteries. I also hand picked accessories that would fit in a backpack and, along with my trusty Acoustic/Electric Ovation, I can now perform virtually 'Anywhere'. This video is just to show it Can Be Done! TY Roland for making it possible. Any 'Older' musicians out there will appreciate this video. I hope!

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@weswemyssonbass 7 жыл бұрын

Great that you found the ideal busking spot without any of those really annoying members of the public passing by throwing their money at you!

@michaelquigley7927 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Brian. Actually, I just used the same set up to do a few songs at my daughters wedding this past Sunday. About 50 people and it was plenty loud and clear.

@doejeff 9 жыл бұрын

YOU KNOW WHATS CRAZY you for doing this YOU KNOW WHATS CRAZIER ME FOR WATCHING THE WHOLE FUCKING THING

@AdaptivePhenix 3 ай бұрын

Makes sense. When busking on an airport runway, you wanna be able to move pretty quickly.

@BOZZMAN401 6 жыл бұрын

Good enough setup, keep it light is right. Put a stick-on tuner on the guitar, use a guitar strap, add backing tracks... here's what I do..., I use Band-In A Box for composing, cabbage anything I can from online backing tracks, karaoke, etc., then run them onto a stick then download the stick into a pad music file, patch the pad into your amp or PA, rest the pad on your music stand for quick reference and hit it, you'll get better recognition and coin with a back sound. Boz.

@michaelquigley7927 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Boz, Excellent suggestions. Hey if you get a chance, please search 'Quigfest' here on You Tube. All the video's of the band I was in called 'SideTraks' are under that search word. See what you think. All Classic Rock! Thanks again.I will also look for you video's. Mike

@7884golfguru 7 жыл бұрын

Tune guitar please

@robdonell9915 6 жыл бұрын

Glad you took the time to share and explain outdoor set-up. Age 55.

@michaelquigley7927 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for commenting Rob. I am 63 now and it was only a few years ago I was literally Lugging big amps, PA and a whole Lighting set up. Some gigs it took over 2 hours to set up. I like the 5 to 8 minute set up time alot better, And, this stuff is very Light to carry, another plus when getting older. Thanks again. :)

@antoniosarroca7371 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Michael I like your show how easy is this system to carry on so easy and light like the view. background.Thanks a lot . .

@michaelquigley7927 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Antonio, for a smaller to mid sized area it is perfect, Less to carry and sounds great.

@gerrypair3856 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing me how you set up. I have been wanting to do this. I just retired and want to do some street singing and playing. I have the same amp as you do. Again thank you so much.

@michaelquigley7927 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Gerry! And the batteries will last for Hours! May I suggest to do what I did, get some EBL Rechargeable AA Batteries and you will never have to buy batteries again. I suggest checking on Amazon, and buy the charger as well.

@KountryCuz1 5 жыл бұрын

Them are some Great Small amps with Big sound Thanks for posting !!!!!!!!!!

@lawrencerasmus Жыл бұрын

I just downsized from a line array and a separate 10 inch powered speaker. Now I have a cool music 80 watt a battery powered drum machine and a harmonizer that all go into a rolling ice chest .

@michaelquigley7927 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Lawrence. It is simply a video about how we can still make money without carrying Huge equipment yo gigs.

@robertlowe5444 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Michael, just revisiting this video. I have been using an amp just like that for over 4 years now, and loving it. My back loves it too. Plus, I can be out the door 10 minutes after the gig.

@michaelquigley7927 2 жыл бұрын

We used them last week. 10 minutes is about exactly right. Thank you Robert. BTW, you and your guests sound fantastic!!!

@erwinholzbein7174 7 жыл бұрын

Hi mate, I think the only thing you forgot was using a clip-on-tuner...

@michaelquigley7927 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Erwin, you are 100% Correct. Where are you from Erwin? My guess would be England or Australia. Am I close? Hey, if you get a chance, please search Quigfest for some of the Live and Studio band video's I have posted. Cherrio and Thank you Erwin!!! :)

@phamanghung2318 5 жыл бұрын

😁

@UncleDanBand64 5 жыл бұрын

I have a street cube and I love it

@philpants44 7 ай бұрын

Near enough my set up. I have my cube on a stand though so it projects better and I stand up when I play so it's also nearer to ear level. I only go busking for about an hour so have memorised enough so I don't have to have a music stand. I find standing up makes you more engaging to passers by and not having to look at the words means you can make eye contact with people and concentrate on your actual singing better. I Just have a list of songs written down somewhere. Always have my guitar case with a few coins in as my "loot bag" in front of me with a few strategically placed coins already in, as people are sometimes unsure about being the first to drop money on. Also, always have a bottle of water on you.

@SammySantiagoIrizarry 6 жыл бұрын

Great Michael! I will follow your advice, we are about the same age! Good demonstration my friend.

@michaelquigley7927 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sammy! It is funny how years ago we all wanted the BIG stuff and now it is the opposite, It does make sense though. I do wish they made a similar amp but mainly made for Bass guitar and a Vocal channel. Rock on Brother!!!

@robertlowe5444 8 жыл бұрын

Thanks for posting this, I too have downsized to accommodate my age.

@michaelquigley7927 8 жыл бұрын

+Robert Lowe TY Robert. A 'little' pricey, but they sound great and it is much easier to lug around. TY for commenting.

@alanwann9318 2 жыл бұрын

Memorise your songs ,use a headset Mike carrying in a lunchbox

@thirdgearband 3 жыл бұрын

Roland Cube Street EX 50 watts now has more power and fuller sound than the little 5 watt Cube Street. All in one PA and guitar amp.

@michaelquigley7927 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Jerry, I agree! I think it depends on the size / Area/ # of People you are trying to entertain. You may laugh, but Skip and myself have used these amps in Assisted Living/ Senior housing locations because they do not like a Loud Volume.

@philpants44 7 ай бұрын

@@michaelquigley7927I use the Roland street when I go busking in the high street. Never have to turn the volume up more than a quarter. And it's half the price of the bigger one. I do bring a n amp stand so the sound is more at ear level which I think helps. Plus it looks more professional

@michaelquigley7927 7 ай бұрын

Thank you Phil!!! GREAT Comment!!

@anneowen2416 Жыл бұрын

It actually still gets loud and has the ability to be paired to a larger cab if needed

@pauljohnson3686 Ай бұрын

There is no ext speaker output source on the cube street 2

@elijahmonn3757 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Micheal, I have an Ibanez guitar stool which has a guitar holder incorporated. That would save bringing the separate guitar stand. I have a Roland AC33 amp, it was a toss up between the street cube and that. I'm only going to play acoustic so the AC33 won out. I was at a supermarket lately and a creative Maori gentleman was using a modified coat hanger to hold his mic instead of a stand. More portable but it looked awkward :) A 3/4 size guitar would also help in weight and size. I like your passion for guitar and singing. Nice job. Brent

@michaelquigley7927 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Brent. Great Comment and suggestions as well. Rock on!!!!

@michaelquigley7927 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you ALL for watching. Feel free to subscribe. :)

@kmacdc4 5 ай бұрын

So, how big of a room could you do with that? Even the more modern versions work great in small settings. But, other than a small little backyard setting, what could I use them for? Maybe a monitor?

@michaelquigley7927 5 ай бұрын

Can't be used in a CLUB! But, we have used them in small Halls with a crowd up to 50 to 75 people.

@BaktaBak3 9 жыл бұрын

Now you're cookin ! .........so easy !!!

@doejeff 9 жыл бұрын

this is the solo tour that broke up the band " on the road again"

@yising4u2qt Жыл бұрын

AER Compact 60 amp blows your amp away. Twice the cost but 10 times better. Very popular in Europe, German engineering

@michaelquigley7927 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and commenting Richard. I will look that info up.

@anneowen2416 Жыл бұрын

I got tired of my giant amplifiers so I got a irig nano battery powered amp for Christmas

@michaelquigley7927 Жыл бұрын

I just bought the Street Cube 2 with even better effects and lighter. Some Technology improvements we have to Love!!! Congrats on your amp Anne. :)

@anneowen2416 Жыл бұрын

@@michaelquigley7927 thank you

@TheBlueskyson 6 жыл бұрын

wondered why u wandered off early in the piece.....to get a drink! haha. Nice set up and vid. Once u find ur key, ur voice is great. ty for video.

@michaelquigley7927 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Blueskyson. I love that it is so portable and can do so much.

@TheBlueskyson 6 жыл бұрын

Yeah, portable and light weight is good. I've now got my eye on the Fishman mini loud box mini 60 watts. It's not battery powered, but i might get an inverter and small battery for it for outdoor use as it just sounds so good and the price is right. Have a nice xmas

@cbru4643 6 жыл бұрын

He forgot the cymbals between his knees.

@martinholroyd9251 4 жыл бұрын

All that crap. I use a headset mic, guitar lead, the Roland amp, guitar and my memory.

@philpants44 7 ай бұрын

What kinda headset? How does it connect to the Roland? Also, yes I agree a stool is probably not necessary lol

@kmacdc4 5 ай бұрын

I'm all about using my memory. I find the iPad to be a bit of a cope out, but the headset mic? C'mon, that's so Garth Brooks and a little cheesy in a small venue.

@darkmysterytemple 3 жыл бұрын

it would be useful if you could clip the music sheet holder to the mic stand. I like the wrist bells. What folding seat did you buy?

@michaelquigley7927 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Doug. I'll have to look for that type of music stand. The folding seat? WalMart for $14.99 Rock On Doug!

@philpants44 7 ай бұрын

Personally i just prefer to learn the words properly so I don't have to worry about music sheets at all, one less stand to carry. I also stand up when I sing so you're more engaging with the audience, therefore more likely to put money in your case. Also, no stool to carry

@guitarist100 4 жыл бұрын

Most important the beer holder haha

@michaelquigley7927 4 жыл бұрын

YOU are 1000% RIGHT!!!! Love it!

@pauladair3765 26 күн бұрын

It took you longer to set up and tear down , than your show lasted .

@michaelquigley7927 26 күн бұрын

True, but the whole idea was to demonstrate easy set up and breakdown and everything can be carried in one trip. TY for commenting. :)

@DonIsadick-mf3gv 11 ай бұрын

How does the amp sound with electric guitar? I can't do acoustic, just not my thing

@michaelquigley7927 11 ай бұрын

Hi Don, even with an electric guitra it sounds Great!!!

@macpakinga1271 Жыл бұрын

Cool brother Awsome 🎸🎤🤗

@michaelquigley7927 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Mac. Just a note. I actually updated to the Boss Street Cube 2 and it is even better. More easy to use Effects, Lighter and even more Wattage.

@bigbear450 8 ай бұрын

so much stuff in a little bag. good job

@michaelquigley7927 8 ай бұрын

Thank you Bigbear450.

@thaotrung 5 жыл бұрын

It is Ok, be happy.

@mikkikas6821 2 ай бұрын

Not only am I tired of it I'm getting older, have health balence issues due to a stroke . Not as young as I use to be!😢😢

@warp9988 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome, dude. Thanks for the video.

@michaelquigley7927 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Warp. I appreciate the comment. Feel free to search Quigfest for a ton of video's of the band I was in. I was the bass player. TY

@SuchaDoofus 5 жыл бұрын

You nailed Lennon. Great

@michaelquigley7927 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you Oliver. It makes me feel very good that I can sound good to some people.

@gregperkins7723 8 ай бұрын

Now get a LAVA carbon Fiber guitar and you're set!!

@alanwann9318 2 жыл бұрын

I now play a banjo acoustic even less to carry

@initiallyinterested74 3 жыл бұрын

What guitar tuning did you use, if any?

@michaelquigley7927 3 жыл бұрын

I borrowed yours if you remember. I wanted to sound just like YOU.

@initiallyinterested74 3 жыл бұрын

Well you failed miserably.

@michaelquigley7927 3 жыл бұрын

@@initiallyinterested74 Which means, YOU Failed as well!!! Listen! The video is Not about the Guitar, it is about the SET UP. Some people feel a need to belittle others because they need to feel superior.

@initiallyinterested74 3 жыл бұрын

Your reply is pathetic, not unlike a child. Is that the best you can do? If you are going to demonstrate a piece of equipment at least tune your guitar to something recognisable.

@daveycrockett9447 Жыл бұрын

Guitar sounds like crap- not in tune- just saying. But great setup! :-)

@blessed7927 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome! :) Hes happy too...

@anneowen2416 Жыл бұрын

Kustom double barrel, fender Princeton DSP, vox, and a fender mustang amp still hurt my back on them so now it's irig nano battery powered amp

@doejeff 9 жыл бұрын

is that a "COB"

@jezamania 8 жыл бұрын

Well done!

@doejeff 9 жыл бұрын

YOU FORGOT YOUR COB

@BayaniMagtanggol 6 жыл бұрын

i want that folding chair. very portable to carry. where can i buy it?

@michaelquigley7927 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Adoborama TV, right at WalMart for $14.95. Get the right Back Pack and it can strap right on. Hey, thanks for watching. :)

@tommyedge2111 6 жыл бұрын

Try tunning up everything sounds better believe me it works

@michaelquigley7927 6 жыл бұрын

Will do Tommy. Thank you

@Subilon 7 жыл бұрын

What about the Roland mobile cube?Thats pretty loud and even more lightweight

@seekgodfirstallways8798 6 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!! 😊👍🏾

@JohnnyAllan-vj7sj 22 күн бұрын

Why is everyone giving this dude so much shit? You're misisng the entire point of the video. I swear the average person is getting dumber and dumber. Don't worry about these fools, mister. They don't understand jack unless it's thrown at them with big fancy productions, concise detailed explanations and flashing lights

@michaelquigley7927 22 күн бұрын

Thank you Johnny! I am glad you got what I was trying to get across. I actually need to post an updated short video. I am in an acoustic / bass duo and we use the cubes AND a roller Cart so we never carry anything. The video will show what I mean. Thanks again Johnny!

@frederick-howthetwomindswo8637 5 жыл бұрын

What about the empty drink can?

@michaelquigley7927 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching Frederick. That's funny, in most of my video's there is usually a Coors can somewhere in the video. A friend of mine, doejeff, has commented on most of my video's and generally just calls it a COB (Can of Beer). I'll have to show him your comment. Thank you again. :)

@Javier-jz7mn 7 жыл бұрын

this is the Roland Cube Street BK or the EX¿???

@michaelquigley7927 7 жыл бұрын

Hi Ahuja, it is simply called the Roland Cube Street. It cost $299.99 American but well worth it. I think the EX version has more power but also costs $499.00 American. This little amp could be loud enough for a Small Bar or Club. I hope this helps. I did do a solo video of myself using just this amp and my acoustic singing a cover of the Bee Gee's hit song called 'I Started a Joke' if you want to hear how it really great it sounds.

@thirdgearband 3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelquigley7927 the new version Cube Street EX much more power and extra channels plus it can be pole mounted on a PA speaker stand. Little pricey about $499.00 but so much more sound. Norwegian Wood your voice is very good brother. God bless

@michaelquigley7927 3 жыл бұрын

@@thirdgearband Thank You Jerry! God Bless you as well. It is all about the Music, right? :)

@thirdgearband 3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelquigley7927 yes my friend it helps keep your sanity during this pandemic. I play lead guitar for the “Dynamic BluChords” here in Branson area. We do busking as well in the parks all around here no theaters at this time as we’re all older guys! Our newest drummer use to play for Q in the band Question Mark and the Mysterians (96 Tears) Remember them? We do a lot of 60’s 70’s good stuff! Keep jamming my friend!

@michaelquigley7927 3 жыл бұрын

@@thirdgearband I love connecting with older musicians. We are all in the same situation, right? I will check and look for Dynamic BluChords video's on You Tube. :)

@napman99 7 жыл бұрын

Ha, ha, I love it :-)

@michaelquigley7927 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Napasak. I am not a great guitar player, but I just wanted to demonstrate how portable and easy this set up can be. I love the fact that you don't even need electricity. Hey, can I ask where you are located? I checked the analytical views and it seems it is being checked out all over the world. I laughed at myself because I am not a big star or anything. Just a regular working guy who plays some music. Please get back to me and again, Thank you.

@smoarn 7 жыл бұрын

... cool! nice!

@sangeetband 4 жыл бұрын

one of the fumiest i have ever seen . omg lol

@flipteezy 7 жыл бұрын

nice setup

@michaelquigley7927 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you flipteezy. Lightwieght and compact, yet still sounds great. Not me, the amp sounds great. :)

@lowellirish 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry...doesnt do a thing for me...really tinny sounding.

@michaelquigley7927 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment and watching James. Please keep in my that the tinny sound can be eliminated by an adjustment on the guitar, the amp or Both. The whole purpose of the video was to show that you can play Anywhere without electricity and can transport Everything needed by carrying all that is needed.

@philpants44 7 ай бұрын

It's OK once you start fiddling with the settings abit. I have one

@doejeff 7 жыл бұрын

lets hit 2000 views

@syn707 5 жыл бұрын

Yeah, it’s always better to learn the songs at the gig. Why waste time at home.

@lukasmuller3894 2 жыл бұрын

Tune your guitar !!

@doejeff 7 жыл бұрын

horaaay 2001 viws

@samim810 Жыл бұрын

what a fuck is that noise?

@michaelquigley7927 Жыл бұрын

HaHaHa. I hear the sound you are talking about. That is most likely the Window A/C above where the camera was filming from. Sorry about that. And, Thank You for pointing that out. :)

@samim810 Жыл бұрын

@@michaelquigley7927 try to make a new video far from A/C, try it next to washing machine may sound better, hope you have sense of humor, hahaha 🤣

@michaelquigley7927 Жыл бұрын

@@samim810 Thank you Sami, I Always have a sense of humor, always. Hope all is well with you.

@huselsteingregory3582 6 ай бұрын

the voice very good but the guitare not

@michaelquigley7927 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching and your comment.

@petehunt4534 27 күн бұрын

@HunkOfBurningLove1 7 ай бұрын

pretty bad man the sound needs lots of work

@michaelquigley7927 7 ай бұрын

Thank you Theodore, Please keep in mind the video is more about the convenience of the product and Not about the Quality of the Player.

@johnparsons3454 10 ай бұрын

It doesn't sound great man

@liberalsrmentallyflawed3611 9 ай бұрын

Sounds out of tune..

@lambertfooks7358 Жыл бұрын

I like the big sound of amps… call it exercise….

@michaelquigley7927 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Lambert, I did as well when I was younger. Getting Older??? The Smaller stuff works better, when you are Older. :)

@lambertfooks7358 Жыл бұрын

@@michaelquigley7927 yep true…. I noticed the amps getting lighter over the years. My busking rig consists of a Roland JC40( 40lbs) fender bass amp rumble 100w (22 lbs) and my battery is solar (16lbs) I use a rock n roll cart and can move from place to place… at 61, so far so good lol!

@michaelquigley7927 Жыл бұрын

@@lambertfooks7358 Us Older Gentlemen need to share idea's to help each other. Right? :)