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Hey, Digger! I also hope that your throat issues amount to nothing and that you enjoy your beer therapy! Cheers!

Having read through the posts, I thought I'd throw in Allan Holdsworth. I think he's got some of the most musical, subtle, and tasteful whammy techniques of all time. There's also Frank Marino with his "hyena laugh"! Check out Jairus Mozee for the gospel side of things. Most of all, billroy, have fun discovering what you want it to sound like! Peace!

I always say that there are two types of Flying V fans; the ones who like metal and the ones who like Albert King (and Lonnie Mack). I fall squarely into the King group. I once had an Epiphone '59 Korina V and I sorely regret parting with it! What a sound they have! And you're right...all the Kings are spectacular! I don't know how I forgot to put B.B. in with those others!

I don't know about the Epi Dots but, think of the guys that play this type of guitar: Marcus King, Freddie King, Larry Carlton, Jay Graydon, Otis Rush, and so many others. Do you dig these guys? Then, maybe a 335 type guitar is for you! As far as feedback goes, it shouldn't be a problem with a guitar that has a block. Good luck in your quest!

Nice guitar, Sparquelito! I've never heard of a Devlin but, for a hundred bucks, it's hard to go wrong! It does look a lot like a Hamer, doesn't it? I hope that you find joy in each other! Peace!

Welcome, Greenie! That's a great looking Paul! Congrats on rejoining the world of guitar playing!

I'm glad to hear that you're back home so soon! I think your experience is a good story for arguing the reality of miracles! May you have many more years to enjoy!

I looked at your posts and I don't see anything offensive so, I'll go and fix that for you. Maybe you just caught a bit of a troll somehow. Peace!

Hey, Steve! I'm glad you're still with us! I hope that you will recover soon! I can tell you from experience that your life will change. Say goodbye to fatty meats, heavy salt, and any number of things that you may have previously enjoyed. Hopefully, you don't smoke as that was maybe the toughest of all to give up for me...I loved smoking and part of me still does even though I haven't touched one in seven years. I hope that your heart rhythm straightens out, too, as that is a most uncomfortable sensation. Please keep us apprised of your situation and ,If you are so inclined, my prayers will be with you and your family. Peace!

Welcome aboard, GieGie!

Uh, buh! I didn't read the title plainly stating that it's your JP LP...

Yet another killin' performance from the world's best cover band! Great job, everyone! Also, isn't that your Joe Perry Les Paul? Stand and Deliver!

My pleasure, Pip! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

Yeah, Filbert! That's nice!

I found this the other day and thought some of you might find it as enjoyable and charming as I have. Don't forget to un - mute it on the bottom right. https://imgur.com/gallery/PxgcJpS

When I could still have hot dogs, I was liking Johnsonville "Better with Cheddar" brats. Like a hot dog with bits of cheese in it. I also used to love a good chili dog with mustard, relish, and raw onions. Along with bacon, one of the things that I truly miss eating!

Nice job! You are a fine instructor! When you play it without a singer, do you play the melody and, how do you play the violin parts in the bridge? Also, do you play classical? Peace!

That's one of the most beautiful Les Pauls I've ever seen!

I'm with you, Navy Vet.! I really don't dig avocados! Also , congrats on your new SG! Nice looking guitar! P-90's are killin'!

I'd say it's a post 1962 model. Sixteen fret...probably a thin neck. I LOVE ES-330's! I have one from 1966 and it's just incredible! I don't think I've ever played a bad one. Are you gonna buy it?

Wow! This has become quite a shitestorm! I can't believe, FredO, that you have resorted to name calling! I don't care what your beef with Gibson is but, Pippy is a reasonable, well spoken, and often very humorous fellow. Your response has made me wish that I could downvote each of your posts more than once! I, too, am a bit sensitive to criticism but, I still attempt to construct a well reasoned riposte when challenged. Perhaps a few photos and a humble request for help will do the trick. There are a lot of very knowledgeable folks on this forum and I don't think that there is an inordinate number of "fanboys" present. Please reconsider your response: we could all use a bit less Sturm und Drang!

Alex is also one of my favorite players and primary influences. Rush and Yes were the bands that introduced me to odd time signatures. I bought my ES-330 in the mid '70's because I was such a fan...I didn't know that it wasn't a 335 (and am now quite happy that it isn't). It has taken a long time for him to achieve the accolades that he is due. I first saw him on the Farewell to Kings tour...what an excellent show that was! Happy Birthday, Alex...may you enjoy many, many more!

My secret weapon is...nothing. That is, unless you count a channel switch. No reverb, no delay, phaser, chorus, flanger, nothing. People always ask me how I get such a great tone...I just play the thing. I do, however, have a system for dialing in whatever amp I'm using. I've found that the freedom of not using effects is quite liberating. I used to use a ton of rack-mounted stuff and one night at the gig it crapped out on me (a faulty cord in the chain). When I unplugged from my toys, I found that my sound was awful! I sold it all the next day! Now, I carry a spare cord, and some spare tubes, just in case. When I record, I let the engineer put on whatever he/she wants which gives them a lot more freedom to sculpt the sound. I must say that I've grown to love just the way a guitar sounds on its own!

I've given this a lot of thought and, realistically, my high point is that I've had any kind of career at all in music. I'll more than likely die a poor man, but, I wouldn't trade my experiences for anything. I've been places and met people and seen and done things that I'm fairly certain I wouldn't have otherwise. And maybe, just maybe, I've brought something joyful into someone else's life. I thank God every day for letting me do this as much as I have!