mikeweil Posted January 5, 2007 Report Posted January 5, 2007 I see we are behind on schedule somewhat with RDK's december BFT only just started. This would mean my turn is April and that's incredibly bad timing. If someone is able to step in ahead that would be splendid. If someone could be second "backup" that would be cool too as I am not sure whether I can be online much in April/May. If nobody else volunteers I offer to switch positions with you - if others do not object, as my previous BFT was less than a year ago. But it has a theme not covered so far, and I have it almost ready as I was tossing coins between this and the theme I chose for my last one. Quote
mikeweil Posted January 17, 2007 Report Posted January 17, 2007 Up - still no other member volunteering? Quote
The Magnificent Goldberg Posted January 17, 2007 Report Posted January 17, 2007 Up - still no other member volunteering? When are we talking about, Mike? I don't yet have the technology for vinyl drops, which I need, but I'm anticipating getting it fairly soon. MG Quote
mikeweil Posted January 25, 2007 Report Posted January 25, 2007 couw was scheduled for April. That's the month a stepper-inner should be able to handle. Quote
The Magnificent Goldberg Posted January 25, 2007 Report Posted January 25, 2007 couw was scheduled for April. That's the month a stepper-inner should be able to handle. Yeah, OK - I shall be equipped by then - barring the whole of South Wales falling into the Bristol Channel, or something like that. MG Quote
mikeweil Posted January 27, 2007 Report Posted January 27, 2007 Great - I'll adjust the list sometime next week. couw - shall I just exchange MG's and your position? Quote
Man with the Golden Arm Posted January 27, 2007 Report Posted January 27, 2007 seeing that Durium's test is already swinging it might be sooner than April for MG and sandbags are on the way. I'm just doing a single disc, the gaul!, and that will probably be underway before the month of February is done. Quote
RDK Posted January 27, 2007 Report Posted January 27, 2007 I'm just doing a single disc, the gaul!, and that will probably be underway before the month of February is done. Seeing that we're doing downloads these days, we're no longer strictly required to confine ourselves to a CD way of thinking. Anything wrong with doing, say, an 85-min. BFT? Quote
couw Posted January 27, 2007 Report Posted January 27, 2007 couw - shall I just exchange MG's and your position? and I wait ANOTHER year before my turn comes up? No way! If Bint takes March and MGb takes April, I can take May. Quote
mikeweil Posted January 27, 2007 Report Posted January 27, 2007 As you wish! (I'm back online again, BTW ...) Quote
sidewinder Posted January 27, 2007 Report Posted January 27, 2007 You can add me in for a BFT, Mike. Based on current schedule I guess it will be late 2008 - should be drawing my pension by then... Quote
The Magnificent Goldberg Posted January 27, 2007 Report Posted January 27, 2007 Seeing that we're doing downloads these days, we're no longer strictly required to confine ourselves to a CD way of thinking. Anything wrong with doing, say, an 85-min. BFT? I've nothing against it except to say that I'm having great soul searching to confine myself to two 80 minute themed sets but that I really welcome the discipline. MG Quote
mikeweil Posted January 27, 2007 Report Posted January 27, 2007 Seeing that we're doing downloads these days, we're no longer strictly required to confine ourselves to a CD way of thinking. Anything wrong with doing, say, an 85-min. BFT? I've nothing against it except to say that I'm having great soul searching to confine myself to two 80 minute themed sets but that I really welcome the discipline. MG I strongly vote for keeping the 80 minute limit - I also believe in the sense of confining onself to this restricted time span. Quote
Durium Posted March 25, 2007 Report Posted March 25, 2007 Mike, You can put me on the list for another BFT in future. Keep swinging Durium Quote
RDK Posted January 27, 2008 Report Posted January 27, 2008 Hey Mike - you should throw my hat back into the ring. Looks to be over a year away, but I should be ready by then. Quote
mikeweil Posted January 28, 2008 Report Posted January 28, 2008 Good to see you back in the game! Quote
tkeith Posted February 14, 2008 Report Posted February 14, 2008 Just out of curiosity -- I read the FAQ for the BFT and saw nothing about this question. Has anyone considered doing an online (web-based) BFT? I'm sure hardcore audiophiles will reject that notion outright, but given the limits of commercially available CD-R technology, it may not be that extreme a difference. Either way, I'm interested, but I'd like to get my feet a little wetter around here before signing up. Quote
Chas Posted February 14, 2008 Report Posted February 14, 2008 Just out of curiosity -- I read the FAQ for the BFT and saw nothing about this question. Has anyone considered doing an online (web-based) BFT? I'm sure hardcore audiophiles will reject that notion outright, but given the limits of commercially available CD-R technology, it may not be that extreme a difference. Either way, I'm interested, but I'd like to get my feet a little wetter around here before signing up. By web-based do you mean streaming or downloadable ? Several BFTs have been downloadable , including one you can still get in on if you're quick about it >>click<< Quote
tkeith Posted February 14, 2008 Report Posted February 14, 2008 Just out of curiosity -- I read the FAQ for the BFT and saw nothing about this question. Has anyone considered doing an online (web-based) BFT? I'm sure hardcore audiophiles will reject that notion outright, but given the limits of commercially available CD-R technology, it may not be that extreme a difference. Either way, I'm interested, but I'd like to get my feet a little wetter around here before signing up. By web-based do you mean streaming or downloadable ? Several BFTs have been downloadable , including one you can still get in on if you're quick about it >>click<< That's one option, another would be a web-based player. I guess I was thinking of the latter. I know most folks (myself included) don't have their "A" system hooked up to the computer, and I just wasn't sure how much of an issue that'd be. Quote
Chas Posted February 14, 2008 Report Posted February 14, 2008 Just out of curiosity -- I read the FAQ for the BFT and saw nothing about this question. Has anyone considered doing an online (web-based) BFT? I'm sure hardcore audiophiles will reject that notion outright, but given the limits of commercially available CD-R technology, it may not be that extreme a difference. Either way, I'm interested, but I'd like to get my feet a little wetter around here before signing up. By web-based do you mean streaming or downloadable ? Several BFTs have been downloadable , including one you can still get in on if you're quick about it >>click<< That's one option, another would be a web-based player. I guess I was thinking of the latter. I know most folks (myself included) don't have their "A" system hooked up to the computer, and I just wasn't sure how much of an issue that'd be. For BFT purposes , I don't see streaming audio offering any advantages over downloads , especially if sound quality is a concern , since streaming audio on the web is highly compressed . That said , the fidelity of BFTs is a non-issue ; I can't remember anyone complaining that poor sound on a BFT interfered with their ability to ID or enjoy the music . I do think all BFTs should be made available for download , not only for reasons of cost , but also to encourage the widest possible participation in them . Quote
tkeith Posted March 3, 2008 Report Posted March 3, 2008 Heck, I guess sign me up, then. I see I've got some time to get my stuff together. Quote
JSngry Posted March 3, 2008 Report Posted March 3, 2008 FWIW, a streaming-only tes would present problems for people like me who often listen to them on the go, specifically at work, where Internet access is restricted and/or monitored. Quote
tkeith Posted March 3, 2008 Report Posted March 3, 2008 How's 'bout I split the difference and do a stream *and* a download. FWIW, it wouldn't be so much of a stream, rather than a server-side player which would allow the listener to play each song just like a media player on your computer. I realize this doesn't address your issue, so I'll do a download, too. Quote
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