Dale, let us know how it works out. I may be calling a dance next month and even when things start to get better I think we'll probably be wearing masks for a while. Hopefully not forever. I also plan to get some foam mic covers that I can put on the mic when I'm calling and then remove to reduce the chance of spreading anything via the mic.
Jonathan
On 12/18/2021 11:37 AM, Dale Wilson via Contra Callers wrote:
> I sing and play music wearing a mask -- often in retirement homes so a mask is not optional. I've had no problems with a standard cloth mask, but I just ordered one of these to see if it works as advertised:
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> https://vocaleasemask.com/
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> Dale
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> On Sat, Dec 18, 2021 at 11:07 AM Don Veino via Contra Callers <contracallers@lists.sharedweight.net <mailto:contracallers@lists.sharedweight.net>> wrote:
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> Yes, using standard KN95 masks. It is even more important to use good mic technique in this case. You'll likely need to manage the sound system EQ for your channel well to ensure best articulation and avoid muddiness. I remember Steve Z-A managed to get a headset mic *under* a (cloth, IIRC) mask at one point. I don't recall it being a significant improvement, because it accentuated the proximity effect by being within such a tight space and was a bit fussy to manage.
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> If not strictly required, you may want to consider specifically exempting the caller from the mask requirement while on mic. If distanced and the venue has good ventilation, etc. the risk from one individual speaking is relatively low and the improvement in sound is significant to the event's success. This is a judgment call on degrees of risk but if one has concluded that getting together for this purpose is advisable then you may as well ensure folks are able to hear the caller as well as the music to best enjoy it.
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> Good luck!
> Don
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> On Sat, Dec 18, 2021 at 11:36 AM Bree Kalb via Contra Callers <contracallers@lists.sharedweight.net <mailto:contracallers@lists.sharedweight.net>> wrote:
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> Have you called dances while wearing a mask? If so, I’m interested in your experience and if you can suggest a particular mask.
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> Thanks!
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> Bree Kalb
> Carrboro, NC
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