Topic: The Guitar Topic (Read 1983966 times)

Patrick · « **Reply #3500 on:** 13 Jan 2009, 11:42 »

Quote from: Christophe on 13 Jan 2009, 10:25

So I was just looking through my old Photobucket when this came up:

(pictar)

It was half-done by msPaint, half by kisekae tele. Man do I wish I could send this in somewhere and get an actual guitar sent back to me.

??????????

Tehz · « **Reply #3501 on:** 13 Jan 2009, 11:50 »

Goddamn Patrick, that is hot.

On an unrelated note, last night I had a dream where my dad barged in my room with a new Fender AVRI Jaguar, claiming he bought it for me from some idiot for a hundred bucks. I think my subconscious hates me.

Christophe · « **Reply #3502 on:** 13 Jan 2009, 12:11 »

Yeah but mine has the horns rounded off so it's kind of like a mini-335.

Regardless, that Johnny A model is pretty gorgeous.

Spluff · « **Reply #3503 on:** 13 Jan 2009, 16:35 »

What's going on with the pickguard on that dano?

sean · « **Reply #3504 on:** 13 Jan 2009, 17:05 »

omgomgomgomgomgomg

those danos.

WANT!

greenMonkey · « **Reply #3505 on:** 13 Jan 2009, 17:35 »

Jesus I want one of those in a Bari.

But I already have a Dano. And my next guitar purchase has to wait until after I finish my fixed gear bike and then make some money (probably by selling my drumset). I want a pretty good, around $500 acoustic electric. I'm thinking Alvarez right now.

squawk · « **Reply #3506 on:** 13 Jan 2009, 17:46 »

Quote from: Beaumont on 12 Jan 2009, 21:04

Gibson ES 137 Classic

Quote from: valley_parade on 13 Jan 2009, 10:38

'09 Danelectro

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

Patrick · « **Reply #3507 on:** 13 Jan 2009, 22:56 »

That Dano Hornet is so sexy, I made it the background on my lappy. I think I've found my next guitar obsession.

I mean seriously, listen to the way those lipstick tubes sound. SO SPARKLY

sgweiss · « **Reply #3508 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 01:48 »

Here's my new Steinberger Synapse XS-15FPA, I just got it about two months ago! It's the best bass I've ever played, and my first 5-string. I cannot brag on it enough, it's just perfect. Any bassist reading this, you have to play one of these ASAP, you will fall in love with it instantly. I was considering buying a Rickenbacker for it's classic rock sound, but the Steinberger won me over. The overall tone is amazing, with a lot of punch to it, and a sustain to die for. For those not aware, the Synapse line can use regular single-ball strings, as well as the double-ball strings. I realize I sound like a salesman at this point, but it's just that awesome.

Thrillho · « **Reply #3509 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 04:40 »

Maybe it makes me shallow, but I sincerely doubt I could ever fall in love with a bass that looks like THAT.

Spluff · « **Reply #3510 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 06:10 »

Are you kidding? That thing is awesome.

Thrillho · « **Reply #3511 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 06:17 »

It's fucking hideous.

imapiratearg · « **Reply #3512 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 07:14 »

It looks like it balances so incredibly poorly.

Patrick · « **Reply #3513 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 07:57 »

I'm with Gaz. Thing looks like a fucked up sperm cell.

I played the guitar version of that thing once. Had a crappy time of it, because I couldn't figure out how to tune the thing (let alone get it into drop D). Then the lack of a headstock messed with my head. I am too lazy to get used to that configuration.

Ballard · « **Reply #3514 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 09:35 »

Anyone who buys a Steinberger over a Rick is doing it terribly wrong. Re-evaluate your priorities pronto.

Harun · « **Reply #3515 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 10:23 »

I'd rather play an ugly looking instrument that sounds and plays better than an instrument that doesn't do much else than look pretty.

imapiratearg · « **Reply #3516 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 10:24 »

You have probably never played neither a Rick nor a Steinberger, have you?

Ballard · « **Reply #3517 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 10:28 »

Quote from: imapiratearg on 14 Jan 2009, 10:24

You have probably never played either a Rick or a Steinberger, have you?

Patrick · « **Reply #3518 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 13:56 »

Quote from: Ballard on 14 Jan 2009, 10:28

Quote from: imapiratearg on 14 Jan 2009, 10:24
You have probably never played either a Rick or a Steinberger, have you?

Patrick · « **Reply #3519 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 14:42 »

Matt never said that.

Nodaisho · « **Reply #3520 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 14:44 »

Quote from: Patrick on 14 Jan 2009, 14:42

I hate babies, puppies, and guitars.

sgweiss · « **Reply #3521 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 19:54 »

Quote from: imapiratearg on 14 Jan 2009, 07:14

It looks like it balances so incredibly poorly.

Actually, completely the opposite! It is the most balanced bass I've played. Most every other bass I've played is very neck heavy, especially my Thunderbird. If I were to let go of the Steinberger completely, it just stays in playing position. The strap hook is the secret, it makes sure the weight is evenly distributed across the guitar.

Check out these two videos, they might win some of you over

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDeiyx2mByo
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltUbWP5_hhI

Ned Steinberger might not be the best public speaker, but he gets the point across

Spluff · « **Reply #3522 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 20:04 »

Dude has got this down to a science

David_Dovey · « **Reply #3523 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 21:08 »

Fuck Buckethead directly in his stupid face

Harun · « **Reply #3524 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 21:33 »

I have played many many different guitars, including a Steinberger and a Rickenbacker. The Rickenbacker I played was an old as balls cutaway that was my uncle's. It looked and sounded old as balls. But I guess if you want to play old as balls sounding music then it'd probably work out for you. I haven't played a more modern Rick, so I can't say how they play. (how do they play/sound btw)?

When I used to take guitar lessons my teacher would bring in his Steinberger Synapse sometimes. Some of y'all may think it don't look pretty, but it plays incredibly. They were designed to have minimal looks, and maximum playability. I think they designed them well. How many of you have played a Steinberger? Were you still turned off by them even though they play and sound like a dream? I couldn't give an antelope's left testicle about what a guitar looks like if I like how it plays and sounds.

Ballard · « **Reply #3525 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 21:39 »

Be careful what you wish for.

Harun · « **Reply #3526 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 21:51 »

Hey, if the wangcaster played like a Steinberger, I'd play the shit out of it. I would rock out with my cock-shaped guitar out.

David_Dovey · « **Reply #3527 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 21:56 »

I am going to guess that the Wangcaster sounds exactly how it looks. Like a big wooden dick.

imapiratearg · « **Reply #3528 on:** 14 Jan 2009, 22:01 »

I've played a Steinberger once. I did not like it at all.

Also:

Quote from: David_Dovey on 14 Jan 2009, 21:08

Fuck Buckethead directly in his stupid face

Quote from: Buckethead on 14 Jan 2009, 21:08

*Fap fap fap fap fap fap.*

Spluff · « **Reply #3529 on:** 15 Jan 2009, 00:18 »

Why couldn't you link to something good, like this?

atimholt · « **Reply #3530 on:** 15 Jan 2009, 01:55 »

Because of the above link, I am currently downloading all of Buckethead's subscription-available albums from the Zune Marketplace.

Nitre · « **Reply #3531 on:** 15 Jan 2009, 05:58 »

Seriously, people need to stop thinking Buckethead's only song is Jordan. If you haven't heard the amazing range of his abilities, listen to Colma and then Decoding the tomb of Bansheebot.

He's easily one of the most versatile guitarist/composer people i've heard (i haven't heard many, but yeah), even though he does have some really weird and experimental stuff.

Here's a few of my favourites:

Ghost Host

King James

And for contrast, Machete

Spluff · « **Reply #3532 on:** 15 Jan 2009, 07:38 »

My favourites are his more mellow acoustic/clean ones, or the ones that crescendo. Colma and Electric Tears are the albums I listen to most regularly.

imapiratearg · « **Reply #3533 on:** 15 Jan 2009, 08:16 »

Guys, I think Buckethead is pretty boring.

Harun · « **Reply #3534 on:** 15 Jan 2009, 08:45 »

ehhh, he's got mad chops/versatility, but his music is boring (see: Vai, Satriani [YOU KNOW IT TRUE]). Plus he haz a bukket on his head.

I'd rather listen to Jason Becker.

And while we're on the subject of 'virtuosos,' John5 is a pretty underrated guitarist. If you don't know about his solo albums, check them out.

doombilly · « **Reply #3535 on:** 15 Jan 2009, 09:37 »

Quote from: DynamiteKid on 14 Jan 2009, 04:40

Maybe it makes me shallow, but I sincerely doubt I could ever fall in love with a bass that looks like THAT.

But IF one should find oneself up shit creek and they had this hideous thing, it would work as a paddle, no?

Patrick · « **Reply #3536 on:** 15 Jan 2009, 11:13 »

Quote from: Nitre on 15 Jan 2009, 05:58

He's easily one of the most versatile guitarist/composer people i've heard (i haven't heard many, but yeah), even though he does have some really weird and experimental stuff.

Speaking of guitar and composers, I personally like Mozart, myself. I bet he'd shit himself if he ever heard me playing "Eine Kleine Nachtmusik" on my Jag like I decided to do last night.

Lummer · « **Reply #3537 on:** 16 Jan 2009, 01:53 »

Being the giant Cynic fan that I am, I would KILL for a Steinie like the one Paul Masvidal uses!

That said, from this year's NAMM:

Fixed bridge Caparison 7-string?! OH GOD OH JESUS OH FUCK SHIT FUCK ASS YEAAH

I'm so saving up for this.

Harun · « **Reply #3538 on:** 16 Jan 2009, 08:01 »

Caparison's are so sexy. I've been lusting for a Horus for years.

Patrick · « **Reply #3539 on:** 16 Jan 2009, 08:19 »

...the fuck, does that thing have 26 frets

Harun · « **Reply #3540 on:** 16 Jan 2009, 08:24 »

valley_parade · « **Reply #3541 on:** 16 Jan 2009, 08:29 »

Christ why do you need so many frets?

Patrick · « **Reply #3542 on:** 16 Jan 2009, 09:12 »

27 frets, a locking tremolo, locking nut, single bridge humbucker and a slanted neck pickup.

Who the fuck designed that, Herman Li?

BlahBlah · « **Reply #3543 on:** 16 Jan 2009, 09:42 »

I usually clean mine by taking all the strings off and using Silvo on the frets and tuners. For the body I just use a little bit of polish and rub it with a yellow cloth.

october1983 · « **Reply #3544 on:** 16 Jan 2009, 10:06 »

The problem with the last two posts is they are working on the false assumption that blood on a guitar is not totally awesome.

Liz · « **Reply #3545 on:** 16 Jan 2009, 10:47 »

Just stop playing ridiculous songs until you get the hang of it.

Also pics of your chin plz. kthxbai

Patrick · « **Reply #3546 on:** 16 Jan 2009, 11:24 »

Quote from: october1983 on 16 Jan 2009, 10:06

The problem with the last two posts is they are working on the false assumption that blood on a guitar is not totally awesome.

THIS

Also: Liz what are you doing here, I know you don't play guitar. Do you just stalk Jens' profile, hit "most recent posts" and respond to every single one?

Thrillho · « **Reply #3547 on:** 16 Jan 2009, 12:00 »

Bleeding when you play guitar is great. It just means you're putting everything into it. I love it when I bleed from guitar playing.

BlahBlah · « **Reply #3548 on:** 16 Jan 2009, 13:06 »

Rory Gallagher did it all the time and that man was awesome, therefore it must be good.

Lummer · « **Reply #3549 on:** 16 Jan 2009, 14:20 »

Quote from: Patrick on 16 Jan 2009, 09:12

27 frets, a locking tremolo, locking nut, single bridge humbucker and a slanted neck pickup.

Who the fuck designed that, Herman Li?

Caparison are way above having a no-talent hack like him as an endorser

It was designed by an Asian, though, so close enough!

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