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Post by nashvegas on Feb 9, 2010 5:14:30 GMT -5
I have worn out my Outlaws CD. Those old guys (my vintage) could really lay it down. You also owe it yourself to take a listen to Mellencamp's collection, Best That I Could Do. itunes.apple.com/us/album/the-best-that-i-could-do-1978/id130411Let's face it, young folks write better songs. I guess it's all the "first time" experiences in life that get the creative juices flowing.
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Post by nashvegas on Feb 2, 2010 15:42:27 GMT -5
It's not necessary to take a puddle-jumper to Texas or any one of 69 other cities coast to coast. Portland to Dallas is about $400 round trip--maybe less if you pick your flights carefully. www.airtran.comGo to Dallas and meet up with Michael Dell or Ross Perot. They might need some help. RoadKing could make the intros! (I was the Captain on Airtran's first flight into Portland. What a beautiful city---in the summer!) ;D
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Post by nashvegas on Jan 31, 2010 18:54:13 GMT -5
I'll admit it. My '57 Goldtop (reissue) is a killer ax. Obviously, night and day from my Tele, but, tone out the ass!
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Post by nashvegas on Jan 27, 2010 4:38:28 GMT -5
Fingertips? Practice a few minutes every day. Pick up the guitar and make chords at every opportunity. The pinky seems to harden up slowly followed by the forefinger. I noticed a difference in about 2 weeks and am starting to press a little less with the fretting hand which helps. Want to play? Me too. Chord changes. That's the key. They must become second nature. So that all you have to know is which chord is coming next. (Newbie perspective.) So, practice C to G to D to A to E ........ et cetera. Terminology? Heck, I thought it was all Gaelic! Just use Google. Or ring that Edge guy from U2. I think he may be your neighbor Mojo could play in any club in Nashville right now. I'm envious. But, you should see these Music Row session players. Oh my God. The only thing I have in common with them is a second job. 56? Hell, I'm 53 so I am going to call you Dad. Welcome aboard jerbear.
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Post by nashvegas on Jan 26, 2010 6:15:51 GMT -5
The story goes that many years ago, Clapton visited Gruhn Guitars and bought several strats. Took them home and picked parts from each which ultimately became Blackie--seen round the world to the delight of millions. That was before the day of the signature strat, of course.
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Post by nashvegas on Jan 25, 2010 22:29:40 GMT -5
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Post by nashvegas on Jan 24, 2010 21:13:42 GMT -5
Southern, if I was limited to that kind of budget, I would rather have an Epiphone Les Paul over the Squier. There are a ton of used axes on the market (craigslist in the US) as well as amps. A decent solid state amp can be had for $150 or so.
Ibanez makes some very good discount gear as well.
You've picked a good time to shop. Lots of people need to pay their CC bills right about now.
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Post by nashvegas on Jan 22, 2010 17:59:14 GMT -5
I just wish I could keep a schedule. Too much time on the road (can't carry a guitar along.)
I recently saw where John Fogerty has gone back to practicing every day. Sobering.
If you haven't seen Clapton/Winwood at Madison Square Garden, it's great. Two old friends picking and grinning--and doing it very well. Winwood is quite the musician.
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Post by nashvegas on Jan 20, 2010 6:29:34 GMT -5
Nah. I've been looking through Craigslist figuring people need to pay their Christmas bills right about now. I want a Les Paul Standard but I will NEVER pony up that kind of money so the Studio might make sense for me--someday.
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Post by nashvegas on Jan 19, 2010 21:37:49 GMT -5
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Post by nashvegas on Jan 18, 2010 7:05:04 GMT -5
Good info.
Gasman, speaking of semi-hollow, I picked up an Ibanez Artcore from a broke college kid. Daddy like! Very sweet, nice sustain, similar setup to the Dot (I think except I have a Bigsby.)
I buy guitars as much for looks as for sound (got to have good tone) much the same as when I buy a firearm. I love anything that is finely crafted and makes you look good while it is doing its job. Can't say that about a Glock, now can you?
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Post by nashvegas on Jan 17, 2010 21:48:09 GMT -5
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Post by nashvegas on Jan 17, 2010 9:16:05 GMT -5
I suppose a logical argument is in order.
I propose that the Tele has a sound of it's own (same goes for Martin acoustics.) I further propose that a Strat sounds like whatever electronics you install. I would bet that a strat and a les paul with the same PUPs, POTs, etc. would sound very similar.
What do the experienced players have to say?
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Post by nashvegas on Jan 16, 2010 13:06:56 GMT -5
Kc, Mojo is obviously a talented guy. However, you and I have to learn the basics. Two easy options. 1 is the new version of Garage Band on a Mac. It has excellent beginner lessons. 2 is Justin Sandercoe. Drill down into his website and you will learn a ton of basics. www.justinguitar.com/
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Post by nashvegas on Jan 16, 2010 7:27:36 GMT -5
What those guys said. Go to GC or whereever and try out the Fenders, the Epiphones, the Ibanez', the Hamers, etc until something feels pretty good to your fretting hand. Try to keep it under $500. Use your amp. Keep the rest for lessons, pedals, a decent case, etc.
Good luck.
Jeff 20 year beginner
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