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7 hours ago, G Stone said:
it's quite comfortable sitting if you put your right thigh in the crotch of the V.
FINALLY! Someone gets it!
Couldn't be MORE comfortable IMHO. Stable. Good fret access.
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19 hours ago, Sgt. Pepper said:
They stated out with the Sex Pistols, then The Clash, of course talked about The Rats. Then I shut it off. I've seen many better docs on Punk. I did learn The Boomtown Rats were an Irish band. I didn't know that.
I think I meant to watch it but never did. Apparently I didn't miss much. The only one of us who can remember if he's seem it saw it the other day.
Could be due to old-age senility, of course.
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At least Motorhead had the good sense and taste to write "Stone deaf in the USA", celebrating all things American.
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I never tire of pointing out how ridiculous it was of them to write "I'm so bored of the USA" and then touring there.
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On 6/24/2023 at 4:11 AM, Dub-T-123 said:
Last time I saw King Gizzard they had a reverse V and a Holy Explorer
Of course they did.
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14 hours ago, Larsongs said:
They’re not going to Plek $400-$500 Guitars…. They don’t even Plek a lot of USA Guitars costing much more..
I know, that's why I said that I didn't expect them to.
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19 minutes ago, Larsongs said:
Epi’s are great Guitars for the money.. In my experience the MIK & MIC are extremely well made. Of course they use less expensive everything! You can’t expect a $400-$500 Guitar to have the same Pickups, Electronics etc. as a $4000-$5000 Guitar.. Still they do a consistently outstanding job re; QC.. And the Guitars play & sound good.. Particularly the Inspired by Series of Epi’s… Which in some cases do have Gibson USA Pickups, Electronics & Switchcraft…. Some of them are Excellent Guitars at any Price!
Still if you want the best 335 get a Gibson.. Because they do use better Materials, Pickups, Electronics etc.. Unfortunately, not always the consistently outstanding QC though…
I have several Epi’s & Gibson’s.. I have no issues Playing, Gigging & Recording with any of them… They all do an excellent job for me…
The one thing they have to do is look over the fretwork. About a year ago, I played a few new ones and it was hit and miss. Get that sorted and we're golden.
I don't expect pleking but that Slash one would need a luthier immediately.
Of course, it could be the luck of the draw.
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One thing: always try before you buy, and try several. Same settings aso.
And you're getting what you pay for. I would have loved it if Epi LPs were as good as Gibsons, but the difference is... The Gibsons sound better. Epis are good (when they get the fretwork right) - they are - but Gibsons are great.
There's no other brand I know of that will get you the Gibson sound. That's just the way it is.
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On 6/15/2023 at 11:30 AM, OrdinaryNimda said:
- Wiring is "modern", not 50s style,
That's weird. Oh well, probably sounds great anyway.
My 60s Standard doesn't have a bevelled pickguard. No idea if that's era correct. I'd never thought of it before I read this.
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18 hours ago, duane v said:
The hell it cant..... Every time I loop a Gibby over my shoulder, I feel like coolest old bastard in SoCal. 😄
Damn straight!
Once I got a Gibson Les Paul, I instantly became five times cooler.
I actually truly believe that, which is good because I can't imagine anyone else believing it.
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You see reverse Vs on ebay from time to time, but I've never actually heard of someone buying one, so this thread is kind of a one-off.
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22 hours ago, NighthawkChris said:
blowing my mind here... I think we have always been playing on "reverse" Vs, so the "reverse" V as we think of it is actually right side up - when someone has one strapped up, that V is right-side up... again, mind = blown!
I gave it some additional thought. For the V to be aerodynamic it would have to be turned, or it's not a "Flying" V.
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9 hours ago, B1029 said:
Yep, that’s totally what it is. I didn’t know they sprayed a clear nitro top. I only have poly top Fenders and matte finished Gibsons that have become “glossy” over time so I just thought they buffed the paint in production and didn’t apply a top coat. I’m keeping it since it seems to have above average tuning stability from the other 3 I tried in shops. Thanks for all the replies.
A good guitar with a scratch is preferable to an okay one that's pristine 👍
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Can't tell its size from the pic but doesn't look alarming. Sprayed-over scratch?
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On 6/17/2023 at 1:36 PM, Sheepdog1969 said:
(article originally posted on yahoo by Michael Astley-Brown)
Now, the SG isn’t the only electric to be afflicted with this condition – the Explorer and Flying V are also known to dive
They are?
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1 hour ago, duane v said:
lol.
I don't think everyone... Most will help without adding snide comments.
With the reverse V, even I had to revert back to "if you can't say anything nice..."
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I always like the "selling because I'm moving". To where? A broom cupboard?
Of course, in this economy...
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On 6/15/2023 at 4:48 PM, Whitefang said:
Ah, the sweet folly of youth. His list of "old" horror movies indeed. 🙄 When I think of the "Horror" genre I start with the iconic Universal studio classics of the '30's. DRACULA('31) FRANKENSTEIN('31) BRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN('35) THE MUMMY('32) and the variety of such and some of the sequels. And their "Inner Sanctum" series of the '40's.
Over the years "horror" movies gave up providing real horror in favor of having the only thing that scares people is having to endure a parade of special effects designed to nauseate people with miles of film showing needless gore. And a lot of overused "special effect" cliches.
Whitefang
And Japanese accents.
Okay, I promise - last time.
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That must have taken some doing!
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On 6/15/2023 at 3:35 AM, duane v said:
Some folks around here at times have nothing better to do.
Make that all folks here 😉
To each their own. If she likes it, more power to her.
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99% follow the exact same formula and have crap acting as well, so no thanks.
I do like the Omen and Psycho series, though.
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On 6/6/2023 at 7:39 PM, nhwildbill said:
Hopefully on your lists are:
"Hired Gun" A documentary film about session and touring musicians that are hired by well established and famous bands and artists like Metallica, KISS, and Billy Joel.
It's good.
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54 minutes ago, badbluesplayer said:
Sometimes, the thing is just dopey. How about this?
Q: If I play in a blues band, should I put one foot up on a monitor like metal heads do?
A:
Whether or not you should put one foot up on a monitor while playing in a blues band is a matter of personal preference and style. It's not limited to metal heads; musicians from various genres have used this stage presence technique to engage with the audience and add flair to their performance.
In blues music, the focus is typically on expressing emotions and creating a soulful atmosphere. While it may not be as common to see blues musicians adopting the same high-energy stage movements as metal musicians, there is still room for individual expression.
Ultimately, it's up to you to decide how you want to present yourself on stage. If putting one foot up on a monitor feels natural and enhances your stage presence, then go for it. Just remember that authenticity and sincerity in your performance are often key in blues music, so make sure your stage movements align with the overall tone and mood of the music.
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String break angle?
in Gibson Repair and Restoration
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You can let it go completely. That looks perfect.