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This album also represented something new in Allan's working method: For the first time, he took the basic tracks with him home from the studio, and overdubbed in his garage on a rented tape machine. Here, he was allowed to spend as much time as he wanted on his guitar sound. He built himself custom speaker boxes that allowed him to record the amps at full volume, while not keeping the neighborhood awake. | This album also represented something new in Allan's working method: For the first time, he took the basic tracks with him home from the studio, and overdubbed in his garage on a rented tape machine. Here, he was allowed to spend as much time as he wanted on his guitar sound. He built himself custom speaker boxes that allowed him to record the amps at full volume, while not keeping the neighborhood awake. | ||
=Quotes on Sand summarized= | |||
Allan Holdsworth's album "Sand" represented a significant step forward for him in his musical journey, primarily due to his mastery of the SynthAxe, a synthesizer controller for guitarists. In contrast to his previous album "Atavachron," where he had just acquired the SynthAxe and was still learning to use it, "Sand" showcased his progress with the instrument. | |||
"Sand" was an all-instrumental album, and Holdsworth's refusal to compromise his music or bow to commercial pressures was evident in his dedication to pushing the boundaries of his creativity. The album featured synthesizers as the main components in creating new textures, marking another evolution in Holdsworth's sound. | |||
Holdsworth's experimentation with recording techniques, such as using multiple amplifiers and microphones to capture different tones, demonstrated his constant search for the perfect sound. He acknowledged that his playing and music were continuously evolving, and he had a deep commitment to learning and exploring new musical possibilities. | |||
Overall, "Sand" represented Holdsworth's unwavering commitment to his artistic vision and his willingness to embrace technology and innovation in pursuit of his unique musical expression. | |||
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