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Jeff Elbel & Ping: The Threefinger Opera VINYL, CD

The Threefinger Opera is a fun new album by Jeff Elbel + Ping. Help us release it on VINYL and CD.

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Jeff Elbel & Ping: The Threefinger Opera VINYL, CD

Jeff Elbel & Ping: The Threefinger Opera VINYL, CD

Jeff Elbel & Ping: The Threefinger Opera VINYL, CD

Jeff Elbel & Ping: The Threefinger Opera VINYL, CD

Jeff Elbel & Ping: The Threefinger Opera VINYL, CD

The Threefinger Opera is a fun new album by Jeff Elbel + Ping. Help us release it on VINYL and CD.

The Threefinger Opera is a fun new album by Jeff Elbel + Ping. Help us release it on VINYL and CD.

The Threefinger Opera is a fun new album by Jeff Elbel + Ping. Help us release it on VINYL and CD.

The Threefinger Opera is a fun new album by Jeff Elbel + Ping. Help us release it on VINYL and CD.

Jeff Elbel
Jeff Elbel
Jeff Elbel
Jeff Elbel
1 Campaign |
Wheaton, United States
$12,969 USD by 262 backers
$12,862 USD by 258 backers on Oct 7, 2021

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Help put Ping's most fun album yet on VINYL+CD!

The Threefinger Opera has gotten feedback from publications & friends around the world:

  • "... joyous, unfailingly optimistic ... a lot of fun." - Illinois Entertainer
  • "... impossibly sunny, witty, diverse, and rich." - True Tunes
  • "I have to admit I was shocked at how good it is. You’ll love it!" - Mike Roe, the 77s 
  • "Dare I use the word 'masterpiece?'" - Mondo Quinn, Tasmania

Stretch Goals

  1. UNLOCKED!: Upgrade The Threefinger Opera LP to 180g vinyl 
  2. UNLOCKED!: New custom patch design for all physical media backers
  3. UNLOCKED!: Two prior albums from Jeff's catalog for all backers 
    • CDs available to physical media backers (respond to survey); high-quality downloads for all backers
    • NOTE: If you DO want physical CDs, confirm to ping.3fo@gmail.com by May 1, 2022. 
    • I will cover the postage for bonus CDs if they are shipped with your main order.
  4. UNLOCKED!: Daughter Melody buzzes Jeff’s hair, on camera! 
  5. UNLOCKED!: 20th anniversary VINYL reissue of Ping debut No Outlet for vinyl backers (and high-quality download for all backers).  
  6. UNLOCKED!: Upgrade No Outlet LP to 180g vinyl 
  7. UNLOCKED!: Cinema-quality music video by Mecoclub; high-quality digital file for all backers
  8. UNLOCKED!: All backer names included in No Outlet LP liner notes
  9. UNLOCKED!: Jeff will get a 3FO tattoo on camera. Jeff currently has none.
  10. UNLOCKED!: Custom turntable slipmat for vinyl backers
  • All unlocked stretch goals will be included at no additional cost to the identified backers
  • If you pre-ordered vinyl through Bandcamp, you're included in all stretch goals!

What We Need & What You Get

We need your help to cover the high cost of vinyl manufacturing. 

  • Vinyl backers receive high-quality LP of The Threefinger Opera on black vinyl, shipped
    • Full color outer sleeve
    • Poly-lined inner sleeve
    • Four-page 12"x12" color insert with lyrics, art for each song, photos, liner notes 
  • Digital downloads upon campaign completion, including high-definition audio
    • "Digital Download" option includes full album plus bonus track "Do It Again"
    • "Deluxe Download" option includes full album plus 41 bonus tracks!
  • CDs and merch options (patches, stickers, etc.) depending upon chosen support tier
  • The Threefinger Opera includes Ping's cover of "In Your Hands" by Brian Healy/DAS.

Risks & Challenges

The Threefinger Opera audio program is ready, including vinyl master! Primary challenges: 

  • Covering the high cost of manufacturing vinyl and shipping vinyl
  • The global backlog of vinyl manufacturing may cause a long waiting time

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Embroidered 3FO Patch + 1 mp3

Embroidered 3FO Patch + 1 mp3

$5 USD
Receive one (1) 3"x3" embroidered The Threefinger Opera (3FO) patch with seven (7) thread colors, iron-on backing, and merrow border. Receive one (1) 320 kbps mp3 file for single "Waiting Room" taken from "The Threefinger Opera," featuring guest Derri Daugherty of The Choir.
Included Items
  • Embroidered 3FO patch
  • MP3 single
Estimated Shipping
November 2021
13 claimed
Ships worldwide.
Digital Download (14 trax)

Digital Download (14 trax)

$10 USD $13 USD (23% off)
Receive a download code for 13-track album "The Threefinger Opera" plus bonus track "Do it Again." Download formats include mp3 320, FLAC, WAV (high-definition 24 bit, 48 KHz), or ALAC.
Included Items
  • Digital Download
Estimated Shipping
November 2021
22 claimed
Deluxe Download (54 trax)

Deluxe Download (54 trax)

$20 USD $25 USD (20% off)
Receive 1 (one) deluxe download code including 13 track album + 41 extra tracks: bonus songs "Do It Again" and "New Normal," "Waiting Room (alternate take)," Mirolab remixes, instrumental versions of "The Threefinger Opera" album and 2012's "Gallery" album, and a hidden not-for-sale bonus track.
Included Items
  • Deluxe Download
Estimated Shipping
November 2021
22 claimed
Vinyl + Download

Vinyl + Download

$25 USD
Receive 1 (one) copy of "The Threefinger Opera" on 150g black vinyl + download. Vinyl arrives in full-color jacket w/4-page insert. Includes download code with album and bonus song "Do it Again." Download formats include mp3 320, FLAC, WAV, or ALAC.
Included Items
  • Digital Download
  • Black vinyl (150g)
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
52 claimed
Ships worldwide.
Ltd Ed CD + Download

Ltd Ed CD + Download

$25 USD
One (1) CD. Limited, numbered edition of 150. CD includes The Threefinger Opera's 13 tracks + bonus track "Do It Again" + bonus track "New Normal" + 7 remixes, w/6-panel color booklet. "New Normal" and 7 remixes will not appear on physical media outside of this limited edition. Includes Download (14 tracks).
Included Items
  • Digital Download
  • Limited Edition CD
Estimated Shipping
November 2021
35 out of 75 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
"No Outlet" Vinyl

"No Outlet" Vinyl

$25 USD
Receive 1 (one) copy of "No Outlet" on 180g black vinyl. Vinyl arrives in full-color jacket w/insert. This is the first-ever vinyl release of Jeff Elbel + Ping's 2001 debut album.
Included Items
  • Black vinyl (180g) - No Outlet
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
0 claimed
Ships worldwide.
Ltd Ed CD + Deluxe Download

Ltd Ed CD + Deluxe Download

$35 USD
One (1) CD. Limited, numbered edition of 150. CD includes The Threefinger Opera's 13 tracks + bonus tracks "Do It Again" and "New Normal" + 7 Mirolab remixes, w/6-panel color booklet. "New Normal" and Mirolab remixes will not appear on physical media outside of this limited edition. Includes Deluxe Download (13 track album + 41 extra tracks).
Included Items
  • Deluxe Download
  • Limited Edition CD
Estimated Shipping
November 2021
38 out of 75 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
Vinyl + Deluxe Download

Vinyl + Deluxe Download

$45 USD
Receive 1 (one) copy of "The Threefinger Opera" on 150g black vinyl + download. Vinyl arrives in full-color jacket w/4-page insert. Includes Deluxe Download with 13-track album + 41 extra tracks: bonus songs, alternate takes, Mirolab remixes, & instrumental versions of "The Threefinger Opera" and 2012's "Gallery."
Included Items
  • Black vinyl (150g)
  • Deluxe Download
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
24 claimed
Ships worldwide.
Vinyl + CD + Deluxe Download

Vinyl + CD + Deluxe Download

$65 USD
One (1) copy of "The Threefinger Opera" on 150g black vinyl. Vinyl arrives in full-color jacket w/4-page insert. One (1) Deluxe Download with 13-track album + 41 extra tracks: bonus cuts, alternate takes, remixes, & instrumental versions of "The Threefinger Opera" and 2012's "Gallery." One (1) numbered Limited Edition CD with 9 bonus tracks.
Included Items
  • Black vinyl (150g)
  • Deluxe Download
  • Limited Edition CD
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
12 claimed
Ships worldwide.
All Above + Patch + Signed

All Above + Patch + Signed

$75 USD
One (1) copy of "The Threefinger Opera" on 150g black vinyl in full-color jacket w/4-page insert, with cover dedication & signature by Jeff in gold paint pen. Deluxe Download w/album + 41 extra tracks: bonus songs, remixes, alternative takes, & two instrumental albums. Ltd Ed. CD w/9 bonus songs. Embroidered 3FO patch.
Included Items
  • Black vinyl (150g)
  • Embroidered 3FO patch
  • Deluxe Download
  • Gold Signature and Dedication
  • 3"x3" Vinyl Sticker
  • Limited Edition CD
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
15 claimed
Ships worldwide.
All Above + Felt Art DIY

All Above + Felt Art DIY

$85 USD
One of all prior perks, plus hand-cut felt pieces to assemble your own cover artwork for "The Threefinger Opera." Finished size approximately 12"x"12". No two sets exactly alike. Requires your glue. Text (band and album name) omitted.
Included Items
  • Black vinyl (150g)
  • Embroidered 3FO patch
  • Deluxe Download
  • Gold Signature and Dedication
  • Felt Art Set - DIY
  • 3"x3" Vinyl Sticker
  • Limited Edition CD
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
2 out of 25 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
All Above + Felt Art BUILT

All Above + Felt Art BUILT

$100 USD
One of all prior perks, plus Jeff will personally assemble the hand-cut felt pieces of your own cover artwork for "The Threefinger Opera." Finished size approximately 12"x"12". No two sets exactly alike; text omitted.
Included Items
  • Black vinyl (150g)
  • Embroidered 3FO patch
  • Deluxe Download
  • Gold Signature and Dedication
  • Felt Art Set - Assembled
  • 3"x3" Vinyl Sticker
  • Limited Edition CD
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
7 out of 25 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
Test Pressing Vinyl

Test Pressing Vinyl

$100 USD
Receive 1 (one) of three test pressings of "The Threefinger Opera" on 150g black vinyl.
Included Items
  • Black vinyl (150g)
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
1 out of 3 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
Test Pressing Vinyl: No Outlet

Test Pressing Vinyl: No Outlet

$100 USD
Receive 1 (one) of two test pressings of "No Outlet" on 150g black vinyl. This is the 2001 debut album by Jeff Elbel + Ping. It is remastered for its first-ever vinyl release.
Included Items
  • Black vinyl (150g)
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
0 out of 2 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
All Above + CD Discography

All Above + CD Discography

$150 USD
One of all prior perks (for Felt Art, choose DIY or BUILT) + 11 CDs from Jeff's discography. [Jeff Elbel + Ping]: No Outlet, Loyal to You, Eleventh Hour Storybook, Gallery. [Farewell to Juliet]: Echoes of Laughter, Grace & Dire Circumstances. [Other]: Sunny Day Roses, Mumble, Hopescope, Andrewesley, John & Kim. Est. Delivery: July 2022
Included Items
  • Black vinyl (150g)
  • Embroidered 3FO patch
  • Deluxe Download
  • Gold Signature and Dedication
  • Felt Art Set - Assembled
  • Discography (11 CDs)
  • 3"x3" Vinyl Sticker
  • Limited Edition CD
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
5 out of 15 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
Vinyl+CD, Custom Song, Concert

Vinyl+CD, Custom Song, Concert

$350 USD
Everything above EXCEPT "CD Super RARITIES," plus: Jeff will write and record an original song on a topic you choose. Jeff will give a private solo concert via Zoom (or similar), playing "The Threefinger Opera" in entirety and other Ping favorites. Est. Delivery: Nov 2021 (digital perks, concert) July 2022 (vinyl, custom song)
Included Items
  • Black vinyl (150g)
  • Embroidered 3FO patch
  • Deluxe Download
  • Gold Signature and Dedication
  • Felt Art Set - Assembled
  • Discography (11 CDs)
  • 3"x3" Vinyl Sticker
  • Custom Song
  • Limited Edition CD
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
1 out of 3 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
Vinyl+CD, Studio Work, Concert

Vinyl+CD, Studio Work, Concert

$350 USD
Everything above EXCEPT "Custom Song" and "CD Super RARITIES," plus: Jeff will professionally record two audio tracks for your project: fretless bass, vocal, euphonium, etc. Jeff will perform a private concert via Zoom (or similar), playing 3FO & other Ping favorites. Est. Delivery: Nov 2021 (digital perks, concert) July 2022 (vinyl, custom song)
Included Items
  • Black vinyl (150g)
  • Embroidered 3FO patch
  • Deluxe Download
  • Gold Signature and Dedication
  • Felt Art Set - Assembled
  • Discography (11 CDs)
  • 3"x3" Vinyl Sticker
  • Musical Services
  • Limited Edition CD
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
0 out of 3 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
ALL* + Executive Producer

ALL* + Executive Producer

$1,000 USD
One of every perk in the campaign (* except for "CD Super RARITIES"), plus YOUR NAME featured prominently on back cover of NO OUTLET vinyl package. Also receive all production notes, demo recordings, unmixed tracks, and rough mixes from the life of the project! Est. Delivery: November 2021 (digital perks, concert) July 2022 (vinyl, custom song)
Included Items
  • Black vinyl (150g)
  • Embroidered 3FO patch
  • Deluxe Download
  • Gold Signature and Dedication
  • Felt Art Set - Assembled
  • Discography (11 CDs)
  • Executive Producer credit
  • Secret "Crazy Narrator" CD
  • 3"x3" Vinyl Sticker
  • Custom Song
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
0 out of 2 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
Supreme Ruler Exec. Prod.

Supreme Ruler Exec. Prod.

$3,000 USD
1 of every perk in campaign (* except for "CD Super RARITIES"), plus YOUR NAME featured VERY prominently on back cover of NO OUTLET LP. All project notes, demos, unmixed tracks, & rough mixes! Receive the VOX Pathfinder 10 practice amp Jeff used when writing 3FO as a memento. Est. Delivery: 11/21 (digital perks, concert) 07/22 (vinyl, custom song)
Included Items
  • Black vinyl (150g)
  • Embroidered 3FO patch
  • Deluxe Download
  • Gold Signature and Dedication
  • Felt Art Set - Assembled
  • Discography (11 CDs)
  • Executive Producer credit
  • Secret "Crazy Narrator" CD
  • VOX Pathfinder 10 amplifier
  • Custom Song
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
0 out of 1 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
All Above + CD Super RARITIES
sold out

All Above + CD Super RARITIES

$275 USD
Estimated Shipping
July 2022
1 out of 1 of claimed
Ships worldwide.
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