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LuckyCharms

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12. I never saw the Wall of Sound in person.

Wed May 20, 2026, 01:40 PM

May 20

They only used it for a couple of years...1973 and 1974. My first Dead show was not until 1977. It was the cleanest sound system to date for a concert performance. But its size placed so much stress on the band and equipment crew, that they had to stop using it.

Here's a video about it...

Edit to add: Audio cuts out for about 20 seconds at 3:12.

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It was then that I decided... [View all] LuckyCharms May 20 OP

It's for such unique abnormalities that I started using drugs. Harker May 20 #1

I used to use drugs. LuckyCharms May 20 #2

I used to do so recreationally. Harker May 20 #4

With the exception of weed and alcohol, I haven't used any other drugs. LuckyCharms May 20 #7

Evidently you made the right decision, Lucky. Harker May 20 #9

Oh jeez, Harker... LuckyCharms May 20 #10

Damn. Harker May 20 #11

I never saw the Wall of Sound in person. LuckyCharms May 20 #12

Thanks! Harker May 20 #13

Harker, maybe you could do me a favor? LuckyCharms May 20 #14

Of course I will. Harker May 20 #15

How about this... LuckyCharms May 20 #16

I'm a little short on cash. Harker May 20 #17

Did you really use drugs or Niagara May 20 #5

When I quit drinking, my liver sent me a nice thank you card! LuckyCharms May 20 #6

I use to be damn near sloshed going out Niagara May 20 #8

Thank you, Lucky, That is funny. debm55 May 20 #3