Much of the collection was acquired from the late Bob Paquette in Wisconsin. Sylvia and Chris described moving the Paquette collection from Milwaukee to Oregon. They also showed many historic microphones from the early electrical beginnings, even dismantling some. Many different forms and technologies through the years were shown, and of course, audience requests were taken. Working mics were patched in so we could hear them.

Afterwards, attendees were able to stay for self-introductions and microphone chat. A huge thank-you to Sylvia and Chris for this second visit to their "no-kill microphone shelter".

Our Presenter: Sylvia Massy is the unpredictable producer and engineer renowned for her work with Tool, System of a Down, Johnny Cash and Prince. She's received over 25 gold and platinum records including awards for her work with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Sevendust and Tom Petty. She's also an accomplished fine artist, a published columnist, in-demand educator, and relentless entrepreneur. But to her many friends, she's just Sylvia, the Radiant Being. Sylvia's recent book, Recording Unhinged, dares you to abandon safe record-making, to get out from behind the windshield, stick your head out the sunroof, and put the pedal to the metal!

Previous PNWAES meetings featuring Sylvia Massy:
August 2020 Zoom Meeting 
July 2019 In-Person Meeting