I know this has been done a million times, but I really don't care. Any way...what songs have the most EPIC drum programming by Prince? A list of 20 songs would be perfect! I'm starting to get very interested in this instrument.

I also have another question, I don't know if I just read this in a wrong way or something (I don't even remember where I read it), but why is the LinnDrum looked down upon? I mean, it sounds great! Oh well, the most important thing is question I presented in the 1st paragraph .

purplemajesty23 said:

I know this has been done a million times, but I really don't care. Any way...what songs have the most EPIC drum programming by Prince? A list of 20 songs would be perfect! I'm starting to get very interested in this instrument.

I also have another question, I don't know if I just read this in a wrong way or something (I don't even remember where I read it), but why is the LinnDrum looked down upon? I mean, it sounds great! Oh well, the most important thing is question I presented in the 1st paragraph .

777-9311

The Ballad of Dorothy Parker

When Doves Cry

Nasty Girl

These are just the first few that spring to mind, there are many others! The Linndrum is definately not looked down upon IMO, maybe only by people who want hyperrealistic drums. I still use a Linndrum in my own productions, it is a lifesaver!

funkaholic1972 said:

purplemajesty23 said:

I know this has been done a million times, but I really don't care. Any way...what songs have the most EPIC drum programming by Prince? A list of 20 songs would be perfect! I'm starting to get very interested in this instrument.

I also have another question, I don't know if I just read this in a wrong way or something (I don't even remember where I read it), but why is the LinnDrum looked down upon? I mean, it sounds great! Oh well, the most important thing is question I presented in the 1st paragraph .

777-9311

The Ballad of Dorothy Parker

When Doves Cry

Nasty Girl

These are just the first few that spring to mind, there are many others! The Linndrum is definately not looked down upon IMO, maybe only by people who want hyperrealistic drums. I still use a Linndrum in my own productions, it is a lifesaver!

Man! I really want to see one in person! Great list by the way! I always loved the "TBoDP" programming.

dudes, "housequake", obviously.

I'm surprised no one has mentioned "The Dance Electric". It's the LM-1 on speed!

PicassoFace said:

I'm surprised no one has mentioned "The Dance Electric". It's the LM-1 on speed!

Really? I guess I never really listened too close ( )

Slightly off topic, but when discussing Prince's use of the Linn drum, keep in mind that there are differences between the LM-1 (which Prince used prominently) and the LM-2 (which is referred to as the LinnDrum since it says LinnDrum on the top left of the machine). The two machines sound totally different.

With the LM-1, all of the drum voices are tunable in pitch. With the LM-2, only the snare, congas, and toms are tunable. The sidestick on the LM-2 is similar to the rimshot on the LM-1, but the tuning is tied to the snare (e.g., when you tune the snare, you also tune the sidestick).

While Prince primarily used the LM-1, he also used the LinnDrum (LM-2), notably on "Strange Relationship". The toms at the beginning of the song are a dead giveaway. The toms on the LM-1 sound stiffer, like on the beginning of "The Beautiful Ones." The LM-2 toms are "bouncier" like at the beginning of "Strange Relationship".

I happen to own two LM-1s and a LinnDrum. Anyone who hasn't seen either of these should search YouTube. There are quite a few LM-1 and LM-2 demos on there.

PicassoFace said:

Slightly off topic, but when discussing Prince's use of the Linn drum, keep in mind that there are differences between the LM-1 (which Prince used prominently) and the LM-2 (which is referred to as the LinnDrum since it says LinnDrum on the top left of the machine). The two machines sound totally different.

With the LM-1, all of the drum voices are tunable in pitch. With the LM-2, only the snare, congas, and toms are tunable. The sidestick on the LM-2 is similar to the rimshot on the LM-1, but the tuning is tied to the snare (e.g., when you tune the snare, you also tune the sidestick).

While Prince primarily used the LM-1, he also used the LinnDrum (LM-2), notably on "Strange Relationship". The toms at the beginning of the song are a dead giveaway. The toms on the LM-1 sound stiffer, like on the beginning of "The Beautiful Ones." The LM-2 toms are "bouncier" like at the beginning of "Strange Relationship".

I happen to own two LM-1s and a LinnDrum. Anyone who hasn't seen either of these should search YouTube. There are quite a few LM-1 and LM-2 demos on there.

So I guess I mean the LM-1 then.

Lets Pretend We're Married

Let's Go Crazy

The Beautiful Ones

Mountains

PicassoFace said:

Slightly off topic, but when discussing Prince's use of the Linn drum, keep in mind that there are differences between the LM-1 (which Prince used prominently) and the LM-2 (which is referred to as the LinnDrum since it says LinnDrum on the top left of the machine). The two machines sound totally different.

With the LM-1, all of the drum voices are tunable in pitch. With the LM-2, only the snare, congas, and toms are tunable. The sidestick on the LM-2 is similar to the rimshot on the LM-1, but the tuning is tied to the snare (e.g., when you tune the snare, you also tune the sidestick).

While Prince primarily used the LM-1, he also used the LinnDrum (LM-2), notably on "Strange Relationship". The toms at the beginning of the song are a dead giveaway. The toms on the LM-1 sound stiffer, like on the beginning of "The Beautiful Ones." The LM-2 toms are "bouncier" like at the beginning of "Strange Relationship".

I happen to own two LM-1s and a LinnDrum. Anyone who hasn't seen either of these should search YouTube. There are quite a few LM-1 and LM-2 demos on there.

Sod the off topic. Good little read.

My pick would be "the ballad of Dorothy Parker"

Or Alphabet Street

[Edited 3/25/13 5:02am]

Is that the Linn?

PicassoFace said:

I'm surprised no one has mentioned "The Dance Electric". It's the LM-1 on speed!

That always gets my vote. Outstanding.

novabrkr said:

Is that the Linn?

I always thought the Linn was used on Alphabet Street too.

Some of my favorite Linn beats not already mentioned are:

Rimshot on Let's Go Crazy

1999

Lady Cab Driver (Live from 1999 tour)

Heaven

He loved to use a flanger with the Linn as well.

I've got a Linn Drum LM-2 sitting here collecting dust. I bought it years ago for $65. It worked ok but it had a high pitched whine/squeal that drove me nuts. So like a dumb ass I opened it up and tore it apart trying to fix it. I got busy with other things and never put it back together. Now years later I tried my best to put it all back together but I still have the noise and seems like nothing works right anymore.

Compassion

Irresistable Bitch

Starfish and Coffee reversed beat.

"Something In The Water(Does Not Compute)"

"Little Red Corvette" (Dance Remix)

KCOOLMUZIQ said:

"Little Red Corvette" (Dance Remix)

oh hell yeah..

The Dance Electric

Erotic City

Wonderful Ass

Raspberry Beret

Heaven (from the Charade boot)

Extra Loveable

The Beautiful Ones

SmiggyG said:

novabrkr said:

Is that the Linn?

I always thought the Linn was used on Alphabet Street too.

Some of my favorite Linn beats not already mentioned are:

Rimshot on Let's Go Crazy

1999

Lady Cab Driver (Live from 1999 tour)

Heaven

He loved to use a flanger with the Linn as well.

I've got a Linn Drum LM-2 sitting here collecting dust. I bought it years ago for $65. It worked ok but it had a high pitched whine/squeal that drove me nuts. So like a dumb ass I opened it up and tore it apart trying to fix it. I got busy with other things and never put it back together. Now years later I tried my best to put it all back together but I still have the noise and seems like nothing works right anymore.

If you ever want to get your Linn Drum working, consider sending it to Bruce Forat. He worked with Roger Linn back in the day, and he's the go-to guy tech guy for all things Linn. I bought an LM-2 on Craigslist that was DOA (the batteries had leaked acid onto the power supply). I took it to two local techs, and they couldn't fix it, but Bruce brought it back from the dead. I'm about to send one of my LM-1s to him to fix a few issues as well.

Check out his Web site: http://www.forat.com/.

PicassoFace said:

SmiggyG said:

I always thought the Linn was used on Alphabet Street too.

Some of my favorite Linn beats not already mentioned are:

Rimshot on Let's Go Crazy

1999

Lady Cab Driver (Live from 1999 tour)

Heaven

He loved to use a flanger with the Linn as well.

I've got a Linn Drum LM-2 sitting here collecting dust. I bought it years ago for $65. It worked ok but it had a high pitched whine/squeal that drove me nuts. So like a dumb ass I opened it up and tore it apart trying to fix it. I got busy with other things and never put it back together. Now years later I tried my best to put it all back together but I still have the noise and seems like nothing works right anymore.

If you ever want to get your Linn Drum working, consider sending it to Bruce Forat. He worked with Roger Linn back in the day, and he's the go-to guy tech guy for all things Linn. I bought an LM-2 on Craigslist that was DOA (the batteries had leaked acid onto the power supply). I took it to two local techs, and they couldn't fix it, but Bruce brought it back from the dead. I'm about to send one of my LM-1s to him to fix a few issues as well.

Check out his Web site: http://www.forat.com/.

BEAUTIFUL

Good 2 know!!! Thanx 4 that...

PicassoFace said:

SmiggyG said:

I always thought the Linn was used on Alphabet Street too.

Some of my favorite Linn beats not already mentioned are:

Rimshot on Let's Go Crazy

1999

Lady Cab Driver (Live from 1999 tour)

Heaven

He loved to use a flanger with the Linn as well.

I've got a Linn Drum LM-2 sitting here collecting dust. I bought it years ago for $65. It worked ok but it had a high pitched whine/squeal that drove me nuts. So like a dumb ass I opened it up and tore it apart trying to fix it. I got busy with other things and never put it back together. Now years later I tried my best to put it all back together but I still have the noise and seems like nothing works right anymore.

If you ever want to get your Linn Drum working, consider sending it to Bruce Forat. He worked with Roger Linn back in the day, and he's the go-to guy tech guy for all things Linn. I bought an LM-2 on Craigslist that was DOA (the batteries had leaked acid onto the power supply). I took it to two local techs, and they couldn't fix it, but Bruce brought it back from the dead. I'm about to send one of my LM-1s to him to fix a few issues as well.

Check out his Web site: http://www.forat.com/.

Wow! That's awesome! I'll have to check it out.

Thank You!