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-ImaginaryInsider
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Ducky_McGee said:
A cheap fix for that is just putting a buzz-stop on it.
BotoxAgent
Member
Damaged said:
yeah, I tried my friend's Satriani Crystal Planet JS which was also acrylic, and that thing was heavy.
Nice axe man.
My sister bought me an Axe Fx last week, can't wait for it to arrive.
shaowebb
Member
Technically, I don't play guitar but what I do play is close enough.
I play dulcimer, which is a three stringed diatonic instrument in small string sized tuned DAD or to generally any chord. I roll with some fat strings on my acoustic to give it a nicer tone more similar to a guitar, and I dont play folk with it as most do.
I tuned it GDG so that I can use any G major scale sheet music to play any song I find that I like, and I generally try to come up with indo persian tunes on my own (though I need more practice than I get.)
Why am I posting this.
Because I had an electric one made with a Dimebucker in the bridge and the low end invader Neck model pickup in the neck for my clean lead tones. The entire thing is made out of mahogany, and since it had a LOT more tonewood than a guitar due to it's shape it has some amazing sustain, and tone.
I use a line 6 pod 2.0 and occasionally a KORG deathmetal pedal for screwing around. I'm thinking of adding a midi pickup as well.
It was made by Tom Yocky for about $800 and was named The Flying Phoenix Dulcimer
This instrument generally makes everyone smile at the sheer ludicrous nature of it, and at the sheer beauty of it's tone. Pure guitarists don't understand why I bothered to do it, and pure dulcimer players are offended at the idea of a dulcimer playing metal. The thing is both sides can't help, but smile when I let them play around on it so maybe I don't so much offend anyone as I literally just confuse them hilariously when I whip this out.
It just sounds that clean and it's damned easy to play since it's a diatonic instrument tuned to a chord that you cant help but have fun around it.
I just wanted to prove you could use dulcimer playing skills just as much as guitar if you have the right gear to back it up and it's always a cool conversation piece in a set when you play it. I play overhand while standing, but the scooped out back allows for some nice upright play positioned on the knee, the flush bottom of the neck allows for a dulcimer to (finally) be played underhanded, and of course you can still play it traditionally in an overhand lap style.
Just thought this would be fun to post. Feel free to say whatever you want about it.
I play dulcimer, which is a three stringed diatonic instrument in small string sized tuned DAD or to generally any chord. I roll with some fat strings on my acoustic to give it a nicer tone more similar to a guitar, and I dont play folk with it as most do.
I tuned it GDG so that I can use any G major scale sheet music to play any song I find that I like, and I generally try to come up with indo persian tunes on my own (though I need more practice than I get.)
Why am I posting this.
Because I had an electric one made with a Dimebucker in the bridge and the low end invader Neck model pickup in the neck for my clean lead tones. The entire thing is made out of mahogany, and since it had a LOT more tonewood than a guitar due to it's shape it has some amazing sustain, and tone.
I use a line 6 pod 2.0 and occasionally a KORG deathmetal pedal for screwing around. I'm thinking of adding a midi pickup as well.
It was made by Tom Yocky for about $800 and was named The Flying Phoenix Dulcimer
This instrument generally makes everyone smile at the sheer ludicrous nature of it, and at the sheer beauty of it's tone. Pure guitarists don't understand why I bothered to do it, and pure dulcimer players are offended at the idea of a dulcimer playing metal. The thing is both sides can't help, but smile when I let them play around on it so maybe I don't so much offend anyone as I literally just confuse them hilariously when I whip this out.
It just sounds that clean and it's damned easy to play since it's a diatonic instrument tuned to a chord that you cant help but have fun around it.
I just wanted to prove you could use dulcimer playing skills just as much as guitar if you have the right gear to back it up and it's always a cool conversation piece in a set when you play it. I play overhand while standing, but the scooped out back allows for some nice upright play positioned on the knee, the flush bottom of the neck allows for a dulcimer to (finally) be played underhanded, and of course you can still play it traditionally in an overhand lap style.
Just thought this would be fun to post. Feel free to say whatever you want about it.
Sweedishrodeo
the smegma spreader
monchi-kun said:
I own this right now as well. Swapped out the anodized pick guard for a tortoise shell. Play through a 1966 Fender Pro Reverb with overdrive, delay, reverb, and tremolo/rotovibe. All hell breaks loose, etc. Pics later.
I'm starting to use my Epiphone ES-175 again... stock humbuckers, didn't change anything and the tone is right up my alley. Here's a totally improvised version of Bill Evans' "Waltz for Debby"...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hjteKXsYiE
Dunno if posting vids is considered OK. If not, I can edit out the link. Just thought I'd show you guys what I mean by "right up my alley", considering that most Epiphone ES-175s sound exactly like what they are -- cheap knock-offs of the Gibson ES-175.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7hjteKXsYiE
Dunno if posting vids is considered OK. If not, I can edit out the link. Just thought I'd show you guys what I mean by "right up my alley", considering that most Epiphone ES-175s sound exactly like what they are -- cheap knock-offs of the Gibson ES-175.
Sweedishrodeo
the smegma spreader
Bliany said:
My last guitar was a Pro Jet gold top. Wonderful sound, like a singing voice, but I was not a fan of the bigsby or the feel of the neck. Thus my switch back to a fender.
Bloodbeard
Member
Here's my little set-up.
Fender Telecaster '52ri
Yamaha LL6
Fender Tremolux 1965
and a couple pedals (not pictured is my DAM Meathead and '86 Pro co Rat)
I'm looking to get a Les Paul R0 or R8 with my tax return in a couple months, and I'm coming due on a couple lists (Toneczar echoczar, Solasound MK1.5, Foxrox Aquavibe) early next year, so I'll be expanding in the near future. I hope to also pick up a Hiren Roy and Sons concert sitar sometime in 2011.
shaowebb said:Technically, I don't play guitar but what I do play is close enough.
I play dulcimer, which is a three stringed diatonic instrument in small string sized tuned DAD or to generally any chord. I roll with some fat strings on my acoustic to give it a nicer tone more similar to a guitar, and I dont play folk with it as most do.
I tuned it GDG so that I can use any G major scale sheet music to play any song I find that I like, and I generally try to come up with indo persian tunes on my own (though I need more practice than I get.)
Why am I posting this.
Because I had an electric one made with a Dimebucker in the bridge and the low end invader Neck model pickup in the neck for my clean lead tones. The entire thing is made out of mahogany, and since it had a LOT more tonewood than a guitar due to it's shape it has some amazing sustain, and tone.
I use a line 6 pod 2.0 and occasionally a KORG deathmetal pedal for screwing around. I'm thinking of adding a midi pickup as well.
It was made by Tom Yocky for about $800 and was named The Flying Phoenix Dulcimer
This instrument generally makes everyone smile at the sheer ludicrous nature of it, and at the sheer beauty of it's tone. Pure guitarists don't understand why I bothered to do it, and pure dulcimer players are offended at the idea of a dulcimer playing metal. The thing is both sides can't help, but smile when I let them play around on it so maybe I don't so much offend anyone as I literally just confuse them hilariously when I whip this out.
It just sounds that clean and it's damned easy to play since it's a diatonic instrument tuned to a chord that you cant help but have fun around it.
I just wanted to prove you could use dulcimer playing skills just as much as guitar if you have the right gear to back it up and it's always a cool conversation piece in a set when you play it. I play overhand while standing, but the scooped out back allows for some nice upright play positioned on the knee, the flush bottom of the neck allows for a dulcimer to (finally) be played underhanded, and of course you can still play it traditionally in an overhand lap style.
Just thought this would be fun to post. Feel free to say whatever you want about it.
Thats really cool, i love seeing instruments being used in different ways for music that the wouldnt normally be used. Eg: NIN using the Banjo/Guitar hybrid thing on the last tour
Simon Belmont
Banned
Hey Guitar Gaf, can someone recommend me a good boost pedal? I need to get just a little kick for doing solos.
Prototype-03
Member
Simon Belmont said:
I actually like MI Audio's Boost N' Buff. It's a buffer and a booster in one.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XKKY9Q/?tag=neogaf0e-20
edit: At the moment, I'm using a ToneJam's Sniper Modded GE-7 as my booster.
Simon Belmont
Banned
Prototype-03 said:
This is relevant to my interests, thanks kindly!
BotoxAgent
Member
Simon Belmont said:
I really like the xotic ep booster. It just makes everything sound better and more 3d. I keep it on almost all the time. I have two
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00315Y37M/?tag=neogaf0e-20
Simon Belmont
Banned
BotoxAgent said:I really like the xotic ep booster. It just makes everything sound better and more 3d. I keep it on almost all the time. I have two
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00315Y37M/?tag=neogaf0e-20
I don't care what it does, that pedal is sexy.
I posted this a while back but never got any feed back.
my brother brought me home this Charvel but I really dont know much about them. a friend left it sitting at his house about 7 years ago or so. I have really began to like it after playing it for a while but I am considering selling it. I think the model is a 275 or 375 so it has to be from 89'. I have looked online but not much luck on how to tell for sure. also any clue on how much it would go for?
my brother brought me home this Charvel but I really dont know much about them. a friend left it sitting at his house about 7 years ago or so. I have really began to like it after playing it for a while but I am considering selling it. I think the model is a 275 or 375 so it has to be from 89'. I have looked online but not much luck on how to tell for sure. also any clue on how much it would go for?
Mineshaft_Gap
4077th
The Launch Pad from Barber Electronics is fantastic as is the rest of their lineup.
Bloodbeard
Member
The Diamond Boost/EQ is excellent as well.
BotoxAgent
Member
BobDylan said:I posted this a while back but never got any feed back.
my brother brought me home this Charvel but I really dont know much about them. a friend left it sitting at his house about 7 years ago or so. I have really began to like it after playing it for a while but I am considering selling it. I think the model is a 275 or 375 so it has to be from 89'. I have looked online but not much luck on how to tell for sure. also any clue on how much it would go for?
I love Charvels!! I don't know how much that goes for though, but that looks like a really sweet guitar.
monchi-kun
Member
anyone got some nice holiday gear? got a nice fender acoustic/electric...will post in a bit
Simon Belmont
Banned
monchi-kun said:
I just picked up this guy with some holiday monies:
The thing is a beast.
Red Blaster
Member
monchi-kun said:
Ebony Gibson SG Standard on the way.
Blue Submarine No. 6
Member
Okay, a little late I know, but if you haven't picked one up yet and you're not sold on the value of paying boutique prices for a simple boost pedal, I've been using this for the last while into my Mesa Mark V and Fender SFDR with great results... Dirt cheap and sounds fantastic:Simon Belmont said:
I've got a Mesa TransAtlantic TA-15 head on order for Xmas, though it probably won't be here before Jan. 14th... It makes for a nice contrast to the Mark V my wife gave me for Xmas last year... Also have a couple pickups incoming for my ESP Eclipse II, which is currently sporting a paire of P-Rails, of which I am no longer enamoured...monchi-kun said:
Fixed1979
Member
Total 6-string beginner here. Play sax and messed around with bass, decided it was time to take the plunge. Bought this for myself for Christmas, so far I'm having a blast! I am having a little bit of trouble dealing with the floating bridge, I'm sure I'll get used to it though.
The amp is a stock pic...
The amp is a stock pic...
PumpkinPie
Banned
Been GAS-ing for a Les Paul for ages, I have mega OCD and don't like buying common guitars, I really like to have rare stuff. I finally pulled the trigger on this today:
Epiphone Les Paul Twisted Sister LTD Edition:
I fucking love pink, I swear it's my favourite colour. I'm gonna swap the knobs for silver Telecaster knobs though.
Epiphone Les Paul Twisted Sister LTD Edition:
I fucking love pink, I swear it's my favourite colour. I'm gonna swap the knobs for silver Telecaster knobs though.
teruterubozu
Member
Is that an FGM (Frank Gambale Model) Ibanez? Nice.
PumpkinPie said:
Lol that axe is raucous, I dig it.
Delightful Oonsk said:
Niiiice, love S series! That zebrawood top looks hot.
teruterubozu said:
You must be old school, I don't think they've made Gambale's for years. This has the same body, but the Gambale had the Wizard 1 neck, a Floyd Rose instead of the ZR trem and some distinctive looking vol/tone knobs.
Fusebox said:
NYC
Rudy's music
http://www.mannysmusic.com/
Manny's has been SamAsh for a while a now and my brother tells my they recently changed the sign to say SamAsh to make it official I guess.
BotoxAgent
Member
Tashi0106 said:
Yeah, it's Sam Ash now :-( But it seems that the guitars they carry didn't change much thank god....they still carry some nice Suhrs, Tom Andersons, Gibsons and PRS, etc.
Also check out Rudy's across the street....they have a really nice store/showroom nearby.
monchi-kun
Member
the pedal collection groweth...will be mine post tax refund day
http://proguitarshop.com/blog/fairfield-four-eyes-fuzz-pedal-5664
The versatility of this one is nuts coupled with an exp pedal
or this...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTo705QuV4&playnext=1&list=PLD5E98AD36BEA3932&index=14
http://proguitarshop.com/blog/fairfield-four-eyes-fuzz-pedal-5664
The versatility of this one is nuts coupled with an exp pedal
or this...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OWTo705QuV4&playnext=1&list=PLD5E98AD36BEA3932&index=14
LTD Viper, I've had it for about 4 years I think, great guitar, excellent tone. My other is an old Ibanez that I've spray painted quite a few times. It was my first guitar when I started playing like 7 years ago. It's a got a really messy tone that's really great for heavier stuff.
Does anyone have any recommendations for a cheap fuzz pedal?
Dark Octave
Banned
Can anyone recommend a good distortion pedal for a heavy Metallica type of sound?
Dark Octave
Banned
I've been thinking of picking up a Chapman Stick for a while now.
BotoxAgent
Member
nice! I love the look of the maple neck on the S guitar. Ibanez should make more maple neck S guitars.
Simon Belmont
Banned
I think I just bought a Mesa Boogie Mark V 1x12 combo...
Fusebox said:
Nice dude, good to see it looks as advertised. What style of music do you play, out of curiosity?
Mine came in over the weekend as well. Unfortunately I don't have a great camera but you get the idea.
With some of the collection - the red one is a Jackson DKMG and the transparent black is an Ibanez RG3EXFM1
*edit* btw webcam flipped. I'm not a lefty.