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The design and shape of cordless power tools makes then fit into areas where corded power tools will not. In many cases, this leads to a sacrifice of turning strength from the motor. Dewalt power tools makes larger voltage cordless power tools to deliver more power for your job. Dewalt cordless power tools are the ones most often selected by professionals. Their dependability and ability to perform heavier work than most of the other lines of cordless tools is the reason for this. When doing repetitive work like hanging sheet rock, drill bits for driving the screws holding the sheet rock in place, tend to wear out and need replacement often. The quick-change heads of Dewalt power tools make this an easy task to accomplish with minimum slowing of the work being performed. Dewalt power tools offers a nice line of cordless screwdrivers and variable speed drills. The power ratings range from 7.2-volt motors up to 24-volt motors delivering the type of power you need. A variable speed drill is used to make a variety of different size holes from very tiny ones used to enable nails and screws to be driven without splitting the wood to large ones used for installing door knob assemblies. When using a variable speed drill, start your drilling slowly to allow the bit time enough to get firmly seated in the hole. This will lessen the chance of the bit jumping when higher speeds are applied which might cause you to drill something you did not want to have drilled. Dewalt power tools offer a full range of both corded and cordless tools. Their durability and easy ability to change accessories makes them highly desired for professionals. Dewalt power tools deliver in work conditions where other power tools fail. The only drawback I can see to this magnificent line of cordless tools is their weight. Having larger voltages to deliver more power means larger battery packs and larger motors as well. If you have to use one of these heavy cordless power tools all day, you will feel like you have done an intensive workout. Because this is a superior product, you can expect to pay a superior price for it as well. While you will see sales for the combo packs available in store ads, you may notice that these are the lighter weight tools. They will perform the work desired in most situation, but for the really heavy duty applications the heavy duty power tools will command a heavy duty price tag. The Solo Musicians Tool Box Kevin Brown 138c THE SOLO MUSICIANS TOOLBOX If you are a solo musician, there are tools that you should know about, and have in your tool box. It is best to be prepared for whatever comes your way in the form of gigs, and musical opportunities. In this article I will go over some of the general things in the form of gear, hardware, and software, that will give you an edge in this competetive, and demanding world. Keep in mind that these are all suggestions, and it depends on your personal circumstances as to what you are, and are not able to obtain. I will asume that you already have the musical instrument of your choice, and that you have already spent the thousands of hours that it takes to perfect your talent. There is no way around it!...You get out of it what you put into it. If you spend the time to perfect your talent, you will definatly reap the benefits. So,...Lets get started. I will list all of the items that I have in mind for this article, and where to obtain them. In some cases, a brief discription on what to do with them. 1. PA equipment: You will need some kind of PA equipment, preferably something small and compact, but of efficient sound quality. 2. Microphone: You will need a microphone for the times when you are showing off that great voice of yours. You will also need a microphone stand. 4. Promo Stand: You will need a promo stand that you can use to place your promo material, your CD's, and any of your contact material for people to see, purchase, and take as they come, and go. This can be something that is portable, small and compact, but looks presentable. 5. Tip Jar: I recommend a tip jar, something that, again, looks presentable. 7. CD, or, Cassette player: You should have a CD, or cassette player with a pitch control to play your play-a-longs through your PA. 9. Recording Software: You will need some kind of recording software for your computer. I recommend, Cakewalk. 10. Soundcard: You will need, in some cases, a sound card for your computer. I recommend, Sound Blaster Live. 11. Keyboard: I think all musicians should have some kind of keyboard. There are hundreds to choose from, according to your budget. 12. CD Burning Software: You should have some kind of CD burning software. Again, there are hundreds of choices. Microsoft Media Player is free. 13. Business Card Software: I recommend some kind of business card software for your computer. Parabim Business Card Builder, is a very efficient one. 14. Musicians Website: Every musician should have a website. I recommend, Host Baby, everything you need in a musicians website is here. 15. Internet Promotion Program: A program to help promote your music, and yourself on the internet. I recommend, Musicians Power Promotion System. These are just some of the things that will help you on your quest to be a successful solo musician. One thing to remember is,...Always Act...Look...and Dress proffessionally. That first impression can make, or break you. Just click on the links provided in this article where indicated, and you will be taken to the particular website, were you can find the item. 2chttp://www.ideamarketers.com/./library/article.cfm?articleid=72694 | ||||||||||||||||||||
