merciful-evans
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9 hours ago, gearbasher said:
"I Wanna Be Sedated" -- Ramones
Lights Out - Dr Feelgood
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3 hours ago, John Shiflet said:
Problem is, playing chords, I end up shaving my index fingernail to the quick. Exactly-my cuticles get banged up sometimes too.
I get that too. Not so much now since I stopped gigging.
QuoteThe pick or whatever is used to engage the strings to make sounds, is critical for producing a certain sound you're seeking. Strike too hard or too softly and the sound isn't going to be what you want it to be. The nuances of the sounds are what give a 3-D sonic depth to the melody. Guitar masters are adept in producing exactly the sounds they want to hear from their guitars.
.The pick material makes a massive difference in timbre and volume. I've used various synthetic picks including ones of materials designed for purpose. I still have picks made from these
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5 hours ago, John Shiflet said:
Now that's an intriguing design. Looks like the edges are beveled too. I did see some picks with hex shaped holes in the middle as well as the aforementioned cork circles with a sticky side to stick on either side of a pick. I ordered some the other day and await delivery so I can try them out.
. How does your custom pick play? I assume the thicker pick material is more pliable than the stiff commercial versions. Thanks for sharing.
That pick has worn out and is now beyond reshaping. It did play nicely. It was acrylic so quite hard (I stopped using picks that flex). It was based on the V Pick Psycho which I used for many years and I now have about 8 usable ones left. I've stopped using those now too. They are 5.85mm (close to 1/4") thick.
My one had rounded bevels and more obtuse corners.
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Can you post pictures?
Does the neck really need a re-set or does it just need some glue squeezed in a fissure?
I don't know what glue they used in 76, but I think hide glue would be easier to work. It can become soft and liquify at about 145 deg F
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On 3/28/2024 at 2:57 AM, Stix said:
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Hi, not sure if anyone is still around on this thread but I am picking this guy up in a fortnight when I visit the US from Australia. I already have a 1990's ST3 Nighthawk so it will be a perfect pair. These are pretty rare in my neck of the woods. The thing I need to know is how the rotary switch works, that is a bit new to me but excited to try it. Cheers Matt
I want one of those!
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I'm retired and still wear a watch too.
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On 4/5/2024 at 5:20 PM, Sgt. Pepper said:
Probably nothing that anybody here doesn’t know, but it was on the net. One thing for certain Orville was a snappy dresser. I hope none of this is an April Fools Joke.
https://www.restless-viking.com/2024/02/13/gibson-guitars-kalamazoo/
What I like is Orville's sober expression in that get up. He could have given Buster Keaton a run for his money.
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Joe Gallant and Illuminati made a track for track reimagining of the Dead's 'Blues For Allah'. It was called the Blues For Allah Project. Its very jazz infused and I love it.
Yes I know its was April 1st and I'm not familiar with Taylor & Swift, but see no reason why they shouldn't really do it.
On that note, I've never eaten at the establishment of Mr. Burger & Mr. King either.
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An easy way to improve pick grip is to drill a few small holes in the centre.
This is one of the picks I made years ago. 4 holes in this one. Its a lot thicker than a Clayton but that should make no difference.
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Ten years ago I swore I would never have another black guitar, but now? I would be all over that one.
Its a peach. Congrats.
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So its back to the car boot sale muddy field?
Shame on Reverb.
(translation : boot = trunk)
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I have just one. Well ok so its not a pedal, but its the nearest thing I've got.
PS
Its wireless, no 50/60 cycle hum, no batteries and it works with acoustic guitars as well.
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On 4/7/2024 at 2:42 PM, Sgt. Pepper said:
So here is an Epi LP Melody Maker E1 coming in at a very affordable $179. So that is the out the door all day price at any store, and it also has to make the company a profit. So how much does a guitar costing that much, or little depending on how you look at actually cost to make?
https://www.epiphone.com/en-US/Electric-Guitar/EPIS5Q712/Ebony
There are a zillion YT videos about everything guitars, but that's the one you never see Guitars : How they keep the price down.
Ok, someone bought a $179 guitar and its amazing. There are things to consider though.
1/ Labour costs only account for a fraction of the cost cutting.
2/ Hardly anyone can find out where the hardware, electrical components etc come from or who made them.
3/ These guitars make a profit.
4/ That whole guitar cost less than one high end pickup.
ok its still maybe an amazing guitar, so why don't the makers want to regale us with the construction details outlined above?
I've disassembled a very cheap guitar (cheaper than that one). The level of penny pinching at every level was incredible. It should never have been built. Here is the nasty POS if your interested
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7 hours ago, kelly campbell said:
Stormy - The Classics IV
Mendocino - Texas Tornados
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Hi Rob,
You are right about PC speakers not being good enough to appreciate tone. Its ok to get an broad idea of the sound but its another reason to go out and try some guitars. Even if you cant play similar models back to back. Its important to hear and feel the guitars 1st hand.
There's a lot to consider here. All the more reason to take your time over it. Using a different amp every time means you will find it difficult to compare 'like for like'.
Pickups: I would not buy a guitar I didn't like the sound of. Maybe changing PUs would solve it, but maybe it still wouldn't suit you. Not worth the risk.
I generally turn volume up full and keep treble full on using guitar controls. Then adjust amp controls to find a tone I like better. After that I might adjust guitar controls again, and I think most players would.
Finishes: Iced Tea Burst is a favourite finish of mine (I don't have one). There should be no problem whatever with different varieties of finish. Its just down to what you like. The only exception might be satin finishes. These are less labour intensive to produce and the resulting finish will eventually appear to become glossier with age (where your body makes contact with it).
With acoustic chambered guitars the wood used does make a difference, Its a subtle difference. PUs will have a more pronounced difference in tone.
Bottom line: You really are the best judge of determining what guitar you like. It never hurts to take a more experienced friend along to check over things, but you are in charge.
I realise you impending birthday may make it feel like you have money burning in your pocket, but I still advise taking your time and enjoying the search. Also, never be ashamed of your skill level, and never ever be intimidated by a salesperson. They are usually all very good, respectful and want you to leave happy (they want your continued custom). Its just a shame that they like to show of their skills so much.
Good luck. I would love a 335 / 345 also.
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4 hours ago, Notes_Norton said:
Fables of Faubus - Charles Mingus
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Better late than never Sheepdog1969
I have always adjusted truss rods since getting my strat in the early 70s. Only thing was, I believed the neck had to be straight back then. So yes, I didn't know exactly what I was doing. I have just one guitar that I have never needed to touch the truss rod at all ever since I got it in 2014. That the Hagstrom Deuce.
I also have not yet altered the Gibson Howard Roberts Fusion iii truss rod. I probably will at next string change though. It plays well, buts some small adjustment could improve it further I reckon.
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5 hours ago, Sheepdog1969 said:
Some people are freaked out by spiders. I can't count the times I've seen someone loose their mind from fear, just because they saw a mouse. My "issue" was with truss rods. Hence my use of the word, "irrational", My lack of knowledge, experience, and the proper tools manifested over the years into a fear of doing more harm than good if I messed with them. All irrational fears are based on ignorance. Mine was no different, and by educating myself, it no longer exists.
Yes but unlike truss rods, spiders always take you by surprise.
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1 hour ago, gearbasher said:
"Cosmic Cowboy" -- Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
Cosmic Charlie - Grateful Dead
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Have you had it from new? If so it would be corian. If not, it may have been replaced.
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On 3/30/2024 at 2:55 PM, RBSinTo said:
Chief,
I thought Gonzaga was a kind of cheese.
RBSinTo
A common misconception.
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On 3/30/2024 at 12:45 PM, Sgt. Pepper said:
Down to 8 teams. After today and Sunday it will be 4.
I had no idea basketball was that dangerous.
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On 3/30/2024 at 9:32 AM, sparquelito said:
I think I figured it out.
THIS POSTING IS NOT OKAY.A blonde gets a job as a physical education teacher of 14-year-olds.
On her first day, she comes to watch the kids playing soccer. She watches as they all get together and starts playing. However, she quickly notices a boy at the end of the field standing alone, while all the other kids are running around having fun. She takes pity on him and decides to speak to him.
"You ok?" she says kindly.
"Yes." he says.
"You can go and play with the other kids you know." she says encouragingly.
"It’s best I stay here." he says.
"Why’s that sweetie?" asks the compassionate teacher.
The boy gives her a weird look and says, “Because I’m the Goalie.”
and then so,
THIS POSTING IS OKAY
A blonde guitar player gets a job as a physical education teacher of 14-year-olds. Her name is Orianthi.On her first day, she comes to watch the kids playing soccer. She watches as they all get together and starts playing. However, she quickly notices a boy at the end of the field standing alone, playing his guitar while all the other kids are running around having fun. She takes pity on him and decides to speak to him. She puts down her Gibson R9 Les Paul burst, and walks over to the boy.
"You ok?" she says kindly.
"Yes." he says.
"You can go and play with the other kids you know." she says encouragingly.
"It’s best I stay here." he says. He plays an arpeggio on his vintage 1970 Gibson Firebird I.
"Why’s that sweetie?" asks the compassionate teacher.
The boy gives her a weird look and says, “Because I’m the Goalie. And I'm trying to decide if this Les Paul I found on Craigslist is a fake. ”
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I get it.
The Gibson Desert in Western Australia was named by explorer Earnest Giles in the 19th century after Alf Gibson, a member of his party became lost and presumed dead, Gibson was an explorer dating back to 1874.
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The Dynamics of Pick Control
in The Gibson Lounge
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How could I deny that?![[laugh]](//content.invisioncic.com/p286412/emoticons/default_msp_laugh.gif "[laugh]")
and careful what you ask for...
As it happens I worked in the Aircraft Industry for close on 40 years. The first 13 as a machinist (mills). Titanium can be a btich to cut and its expensive.
And I last visited this SR-71 Blackbird at Duxford about 18 months ago.