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When They Might Be Giants made the move to a full band lineup in 1992, [[Kurt Hoffman]] was their live keyboardist, but ever since the John Henry tour in 1994, the keyboard has been John Linnell's primary instrument in concert, played on nearly every song which he doesn't play accordion or saxophone on. Occasionally, guitarist [[Dan Miller]] will play keyboard live on songs which utilize Linnell to play accordion or saxophone.
 
When They Might Be Giants made the move to a full band lineup in 1992, [[Kurt Hoffman]] was their live keyboardist, but ever since the John Henry tour in 1994, the keyboard has been John Linnell's primary instrument in concert, played on nearly every song which he doesn't play accordion or saxophone on. Occasionally, guitarist [[Dan Miller]] will play keyboard live on songs which utilize Linnell to play accordion or saxophone.
  
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John Linnell's current live keyboard rig consists of a [http://www.rolandus.com/products/productdetails.aspx?ObjectId=589&ParentId=83 Roland Fantom X8], with internal storage of sound effects (for use on songs such as [[Bed Bed Bed]] and [[Hot Cha]]), with a Korg KP2 [[Kaoss Pad]] attached, for finger-touching effects (for use on songs such as [[Wicked Little Critta]] and [[Space Suit]]), with a direct PA stereo output. This replaces a [http://www.rolandus.com/products/productdetails.aspx?ObjectId=581&ParentId=83 Roland Fantom X6] which was used on the Fall 2006 tour, the only difference being 88 vs 61 keys. A sustain pedal is sometimes used. His keyboard rig from 1999 to early 2006 was a Roland A-30 76 Key MIDI Controller, MIDI Out to a E-Mu Proteus 2000 Sound Module, direct PA stereo output. Both of these rigs were contained within a  Dewan Luxury Products custom-built keyboard stand, painted Robin Egg Blue, built by [[Brian Dewan]]. This stand originally contained a power strip on the left hand side, which was used for plugging in the confetti canons, which would activate when Linnell flipped the power switch, but in 2003 a permanent set of wall-style outlets and a light switch were installed into the side. A wider wooden support board was added to the top of the stand for the Spring 2007 tour to support the X8. The legs on this keyboard stand finally gave out in summer of 2007, and the base now stands on top of a traditional metal keyboard stand.
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John Linnell's current live keyboard rig consists of a [http://www.rolandus.com/products/productdetails.aspx?ObjectId=589&ParentId=83 Roland Fantom X8], with internal storage of sound effects (for use on songs such as [[Bed Bed Bed]] and [[Hot Cha]]), with a Korg KP2 [[Kaoss Pad]] attached, for finger-touching effects (for use on songs such as [[Wicked Little Critta]] and [[Space Suit]]), downmixed with a [http://www.radialeng.com/di-jd6.htm Radial JD-6] to a PA stereo output. This replaces a [http://www.rolandus.com/products/productdetails.aspx?ObjectId=581&ParentId=83 Roland Fantom X6] which was used on the Fall 2006 tour, the only difference being 88 vs 61 keys. A sustain pedal is sometimes used. His keyboard rig from 1999 to early 2006 was a Roland A-30 76 Key MIDI Controller, MIDI Out to a E-Mu Proteus 2000 Sound Module, direct PA stereo output. Both of these rigs were contained within a  Dewan Luxury Products custom-built keyboard stand, painted Robin Egg Blue, built by [[Brian Dewan]]. This stand originally contained a power strip on the left hand side, which was used for plugging in the confetti canons, which would activate when Linnell flipped the power switch, but in 2003 a permanent set of wall-style outlets and a light switch were installed into the side. A wider wooden support board was added to the top of the stand for the Spring 2007 tour to support the X8. The legs on this keyboard stand finally gave out in summer of 2007, and the base now stands on top of a traditional metal keyboard stand.
  
 
John Linnell's live keyboard rig from 1994 to 1998 consisted of a Roland A-30 76 Key MIDI Controller connected to an unknown (from the back side, it appears to be another E-Mu brand) sound module, with a more generic black keyboard stand.
 
John Linnell's live keyboard rig from 1994 to 1998 consisted of a Roland A-30 76 Key MIDI Controller connected to an unknown (from the back side, it appears to be another E-Mu brand) sound module, with a more generic black keyboard stand.
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* [[Doctor Worm Charlie Brown Christmas]] (Piano)
 
* [[Doctor Worm Charlie Brown Christmas]] (Piano)
 
* [[Dr. Worm]] (Synth Brass)
 
* [[Dr. Worm]] (Synth Brass)
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* [[Hall of Heads]] (microKORG)
 
* [[I'm Impressed]] (microKORG)
 
* [[I'm Impressed]] (microKORG)
 
* [[Sapphire Bullets Of Pure Love]] (Synth Vibes)
 
* [[Sapphire Bullets Of Pure Love]] (Synth Vibes)

Revision as of 02:00, 3 December 2008

John Linnell's current keyboard rig
Live Keyboard Rig 1999-2006, from Linnell's POV

The electric keyboard has been an integral part of the They Might Be Giants studio and stage performance ever since the beginning. They Might Be Giant's very first show, in Central Park in 1982, featured John Linnell playing an electric jazz organ, and Now That I Have Everything, TMBG's oldest demo, also features an electric keyboard. The majority of They Might Be Giants songs feature a keyboard in some way or another.

When They Might Be Giants made the move to a full band lineup in 1992, Kurt Hoffman was their live keyboardist, but ever since the John Henry tour in 1994, the keyboard has been John Linnell's primary instrument in concert, played on nearly every song which he doesn't play accordion or saxophone on. Occasionally, guitarist Dan Miller will play keyboard live on songs which utilize Linnell to play accordion or saxophone.

John Linnell's current live keyboard rig consists of a Roland Fantom X8, with internal storage of sound effects (for use on songs such as Bed Bed Bed and Hot Cha), with a Korg KP2 Kaoss Pad attached, for finger-touching effects (for use on songs such as Wicked Little Critta and Space Suit), downmixed with a Radial JD-6 to a PA stereo output. This replaces a Roland Fantom X6 which was used on the Fall 2006 tour, the only difference being 88 vs 61 keys. A sustain pedal is sometimes used. His keyboard rig from 1999 to early 2006 was a Roland A-30 76 Key MIDI Controller, MIDI Out to a E-Mu Proteus 2000 Sound Module, direct PA stereo output. Both of these rigs were contained within a Dewan Luxury Products custom-built keyboard stand, painted Robin Egg Blue, built by Brian Dewan. This stand originally contained a power strip on the left hand side, which was used for plugging in the confetti canons, which would activate when Linnell flipped the power switch, but in 2003 a permanent set of wall-style outlets and a light switch were installed into the side. A wider wooden support board was added to the top of the stand for the Spring 2007 tour to support the X8. The legs on this keyboard stand finally gave out in summer of 2007, and the base now stands on top of a traditional metal keyboard stand.

John Linnell's live keyboard rig from 1994 to 1998 consisted of a Roland A-30 76 Key MIDI Controller connected to an unknown (from the back side, it appears to be another E-Mu brand) sound module, with a more generic black keyboard stand.

Begining with the 2007 The Else tour, Dan Miller has been playing a microKORG synthesizer.

They Might Be Giants songs that feature Keyboard

(details still need to be added)

Keyboard on Live Version only

Live Keyboard by Dan Miller

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