Topic: Re: The Guitar Topic - B (Read 389664 times)

David_Dovey · « **Reply #3050 on:** 24 Apr 2011, 12:47 »

Quote from: Patrick on 24 Apr 2011, 11:38

I dunno why y'all seem so quick to hate on the idea...

Wasn't hating Bro Szyslak, just had literally no idea what he meant.

Bearer · « **Reply #3051 on:** 24 Apr 2011, 21:09 »

Kind of like the moog guitar?

http://youtu.be/b3SsYQrgcyA

Kwaping · « **Reply #3052 on:** 25 Apr 2011, 11:27 »

Saturday was NGD for me! Picked up a new (ugh) Road Worn Player strat in 2tsb. I tried to not buy it - even left the store twice without it. But I went back a third time and walked out with it. The neck feel was just amazing, like the smoothest unfinished wood you can imagine. Totally addictive. And, I'd been searching for a Strat for a while. And, it has three Texas Specials, which I happen to be a big fan of (I know they're a love/hate thing). And they sold it to me for $125 less than Guitar Center. So yeah, had to buy it.

I haven't uploaded any pics yet, but it's identical to the one on the Fender site.

http://www.fender.com/products/roadworn/models.php?prodNo=0131062

valley_parade · « **Reply #3053 on:** 25 Apr 2011, 12:10 »

The necks on the Roadworn Strats are unreal feeling. If only they didn't look so douchey and pre-reliced.

Melodic · « **Reply #3054 on:** 25 Apr 2011, 13:13 »

I ordered an SG Standard! I'm proud of myself.

Lupercal · « **Reply #3055 on:** 25 Apr 2011, 13:50 »

Quote from: Melodic on 25 Apr 2011, 13:13

I ordered an SG Standard! I'm proud of myself.

Man, I've moved back home from uni for about a month and I'm listening to all my AC/DC albums again, and if nothing else, Angus looks freaking cool with that guitar. Also is a tone beast! I'm not really a fan of Gibson, but I think the SG and Explorer have always been guitars I'd never say no to.

Tell me it was worn brown...

Kwaping · « **Reply #3056 on:** 25 Apr 2011, 15:50 »

Quote from: valley_parade on 25 Apr 2011, 12:10

The necks on the Roadworn Strats are unreal feeling. If only they didn't look so douchey and pre-reliced.

Check out the new Player models, now with 100% less douche! Believe me, I hate brand-new relic guitars as much as anyone.

More pics: http://s1008.photobucket.com/albums/af209/kwaping/2011%20Fender%20Road%20Worn%20Player%20Strat/

valley_parade · « **Reply #3057 on:** 25 Apr 2011, 15:51 »

Yeah, the player series is pretty cool. I do have a semi for the HS cherry red Telecaster.

Melodic · « **Reply #3058 on:** 25 Apr 2011, 19:33 »

Quote from: Lupercal on 25 Apr 2011, 13:50

Man, I've moved back home from uni for about a month and I'm listening to all my AC/DC albums again, and if nothing else, Angus looks freaking cool with that guitar. Also is a tone beast! I'm not really a fan of Gibson, but I think the SG and Explorer have always been guitars I'd never say no to.

Tell me it was worn brown...

Nah, this is a new cherry Standard. Played several, none with enough quality issues to warrant me holding out any longer. Have a deal with the guys I'm ordering from that I get to play the shit out of it before committing, so I'm pretty excited.

doombilly · « **Reply #3059 on:** 01 May 2011, 14:52 »

Kind of a cool concept
http://saguaroguitars.com/about.html

Lummer · « **Reply #3060 on:** 01 May 2011, 15:02 »

I can't decide if recording with Amplitube sounds shitty in the best possible way, or just shitty full stop.

http://soundcloud.com/doktorlummer/riffshexis/s-1YBOO

doombilly · « **Reply #3061 on:** 01 May 2011, 15:50 »

It was great until halfway through when you could almost discern the guitar from the white noise.

doombilly · « **Reply #3062 on:** 01 May 2011, 18:29 »

kinda pricey tho. still, I love slim guitars and I cannot lie.

Lummer · « **Reply #3063 on:** 02 May 2011, 00:00 »

Quote from: doombilly on 01 May 2011, 15:50

It was great until halfway through when you could almost discern the guitar from the white noise.

Exactly. Needs moar distortion then.

valley_parade · « **Reply #3064 on:** 02 May 2011, 10:42 »

Okay, a short-scaled Jag bass for $170 new? I may actually order one in a few weeks.

Melodic · « **Reply #3065 on:** 02 May 2011, 11:38 »

tuathal: yes
valley_parade: nooooooo! short-scale basses are suck

valley_parade · « **Reply #3066 on:** 02 May 2011, 12:48 »

Seriously. Even being a big dude with big hands, 34" scale basses feel weird to me, having a normal Fender-length guitar and also a 24" scale one.

NotAFanOfFenders · « **Reply #3067 on:** 02 May 2011, 13:28 »

Man, you guys are wimps, I'm tiny and I can easily handle a 37" scale bass. Around 40" is when I get kind of fucked though. Doesn't stop me from gassing for an upright (44" scale).

doombilly · « **Reply #3068 on:** 02 May 2011, 17:09 »

Quote from: Melodic on 02 May 2011, 11:38

tuathal: yes
valley_parade: nooooooo! short-scale basses are suck

Except for taking them rectally. Otherwise he's right.
Here's your short scale bass.

jk, it is all good as the kids said at some point in time.

Patrick · « **Reply #3069 on:** 02 May 2011, 21:26 »

My best friend is selling his Hofner 500/1, the '62 reissue. It's got a fairly short scale by comparison with other basses I've played. Thing is sick as fuck, only reason he's selling it is 'cause the neck's too thin for his huge hands. Oh and because it's worth a lot and he's broke.

NotAFanOfFenders · « **Reply #3070 on:** 03 May 2011, 09:34 »

Hardest instrument for me physically is the soprano ukulele. I own one that I tune in fourths.

The Duke · « **Reply #3071 on:** 03 May 2011, 10:13 »

I can only play up to a certain point on mandolins, but my fingers aren't even that big. Those frets get tiny, man.

Lummer · « **Reply #3072 on:** 04 May 2011, 00:58 »

Btw..

Other guitarist in my band got kicked out recently. That sucks, because I really like the guy, but to be fair his playing was not up to par.

That said: HELLOOOOOO Multi-amp setup and looper pedal! Seriously, our next three gigs are gonna be with me on 3 fucking halfstacks. YESSSSSSSSSSS

valley_parade · « **Reply #3073 on:** 04 May 2011, 06:24 »

Dude. Are you trying to break ears?

Uh oh, disposable income and GAS. I might be getting a black on black 2000 Jagmaster (with the full 25.5" neck). If I do, I'm getting a custom guard made, throwing in white Duo-Sonic pickups, and those white witch hats I posted a few pages back. Sort of a nod to ADH's third "Jazzstang", but with a Strat trem:

Lummer · « **Reply #3074 on:** 04 May 2011, 10:33 »

Break ears, loosen bowels, tear down buildings, yes.. Yes I am.

valley_parade · « **Reply #3075 on:** 04 May 2011, 11:57 »

Put half down on the Jagmaster. Next half when I get paid next week.

Also ordered the white witch hats. AW YEE.

This be what I'm getting, pre-mods of course:

Melodic · « **Reply #3076 on:** 04 May 2011, 17:08 »

those hats are way sexier than what you want to put on it

boneykingofnowhere · « **Reply #3077 on:** 04 May 2011, 20:28 »

Guys, I'm pondering buying myself a bass as a graduation present to myself since I can't justify owning a 5th guitar but want something shiny. Whats a decent bass in the $400-$500 range? Also if anyone's got recommendations for a reasonably priced bass amp that would be awesome.

Lupercal · « **Reply #3078 on:** 05 May 2011, 00:44 »

Well, I'd obviously immediately push you down the road of either Fender Standard Jazz/P bass, but there is also the Squier Vintage Modified Jazz/P basses which are supposedly hot shit. You can't really go wrong with a Jazz bass.

But, from first hand experience Aria have nice basses. Nice thin necks that makes an easier transition from guitar to bass, in my opinion. The IGB-35 stands in around $400.

In the same vein theres the Yamaha BB424, which are very nice, well built basses. Again, they're hitting about $400, but they sound fantastic.

My very limited knowledge of bass knowledge for you there! You could always go to Rondo and pick up a Violin Bass for hardly anything and be the envy of any McCartney fans you have as friends/bandmates.

valley_parade · « **Reply #3079 on:** 05 May 2011, 05:59 »

Quote from: Melodic on 04 May 2011, 17:08

those hats are way sexier than what you want to put on it

WHITE WITCH HATS. Way old-school, way cooler than normal Tele knobs.

valley_parade · « **Reply #3080 on:** 05 May 2011, 07:02 »

Yeah Sam, I'm still planning on getting the SS Jag bass this summer.

Just waiting for my tax return to rear its $650 head into my bank account.

edit:
boneykingdudeguy, I'll second the Classic Vibes. The neck on the '50s P-Bass seemed to fit my hand perfectly when I tried it out in a store.

celticgeek · « **Reply #3081 on:** 05 May 2011, 07:27 »

I went out yesterday to fondle classical guitars. I do this every now and then, but I seldom find anything since mostly the dealers have "beginner" guitars, which are no better than what I am playing now. However, I ran across this beauty while I was out. GAS immediately seized my heart, my soul, my mind, and my wallet, and I wound up buying it.

It's a Kremona Orpheus Valley Fiesta FC Classical Guitar

Looks pretty, sounds pretty, and plays really well.

Kwaping · « **Reply #3082 on:** 05 May 2011, 09:02 »

Congrats on the nice classical purchase! I love/hate unexpected NGDs.

Speaking of basses, have you guys seen the new Reverend bass line?

celticgeek · « **Reply #3083 on:** 05 May 2011, 09:16 »

So do I.

However, with regard to your signature, I fully expect this guitar to VASTLY improve my playing ability.

valley_parade · « **Reply #3084 on:** 05 May 2011, 10:47 »

Sweet. Getting Nik from Rocket-Tone Guitars to make the custom pickguard for me. A little less than what Pickguardian or Terrapin or the like would want.

Now to track down some single-coils.

Lupercal · « **Reply #3085 on:** 05 May 2011, 11:57 »

"Hey man, check out my new Precision bass!"

"Pssh, that's nothing - kneel before my DECISION bass!"

They are pretty sweet looking though, if you like your basses offset-but-not-necessarily-in-a-good-way

valley_parade · « **Reply #3086 on:** 05 May 2011, 12:05 »

I liked "Thundergun" as a name.

Reverend makes some bad ass stuff, pretty sure the basses are no different.

Bearer · « **Reply #3087 on:** 05 May 2011, 12:54 »

How much are you looking to spend on single coils? By all means, I hear Bill Lawrence makes some of the best. The man pioneered electric pickups, but was largely written out of history. Designed a bunch of Gibson and Fender's original pickups.
http://www.billlawrence.com/

EDIT: Pickups are here, first link is his bio: http://wildepickups.com/
plus video:http://youtu.be/Ta0GmXPnGWk

David_Dovey · « **Reply #3088 on:** 05 May 2011, 15:16 »

Quote from: Kwaping on 05 May 2011, 09:02

Speaking of basses, have you guys seen the new Reverend bass line?

Holy shit they're like Eastwoods that don't blow

valley_parade · « **Reply #3089 on:** 06 May 2011, 05:43 »

Quote from: Bearer on 05 May 2011, 12:54

How much are you looking to spend on single coils? By all means, I hear Bill Lawrence makes some of the best. The man pioneered electric pickups, but was largely written out of history. Designed a bunch of Gibson and Fender's original pickups.
http://www.billlawrence.com/

EDIT: Pickups are here, first link is his bio: http://wildepickups.com/
plus video:http://youtu.be/Ta0GmXPnGWk

I may look into that for a bridge. I'm likely going to get the neck pup from GPR..they've got American Standard Strat neck pickups on sale for like $20.

Edit: switch those around, reading is not my best skill (actually it usually is). Fender bridge pup, undecided for neck.

Btw guys, quick poll: I was originally going to get another black pickguard made, but now I'm leaning towards mint, with the white knobs and pickup covers. WHAT SAY YE.

Kwaping · « **Reply #3090 on:** 06 May 2011, 09:04 »

I vote tortoise.

Lupercal · « **Reply #3091 on:** 06 May 2011, 09:08 »

Quote from: Kwaping on 06 May 2011, 09:04

I vote tortoise.

Analysis from the Institute of Guitar Aesthetics (IGA) reports that black is the new tortoise shell.

valley_parade · « **Reply #3092 on:** 06 May 2011, 09:19 »

Quote from: Kwaping on 06 May 2011, 09:04

I vote tortoise.

Vetoed. I'm getting the material from GFS and their tort looks kinda shitty.

Note: there are not many times I go against tort, but this is one.

Kwaping · « **Reply #3093 on:** 06 May 2011, 11:03 »

That's too bad. What are all the choices? Maybe try something crazy?

David_Dovey · « **Reply #3094 on:** 06 May 2011, 14:00 »

Go with yr gut, man. Mint is the obvious winner.

The Duke · « **Reply #3095 on:** 06 May 2011, 14:47 »

I personally dislike mint, but yeah it is basically up to you. What's the finish of the guitar?

valley_parade · « **Reply #3096 on:** 09 May 2011, 08:41 »

Quote from: The Duke on 06 May 2011, 14:47

I personally dislike mint, but yeah it is basically up to you. What's the finish of the guitar?

"Montego black", iirc. From the pics I've seen, it's a bit like a metallic black. Little sparkle to it.

I'm debating going matching headstock at some point. It'd look pretty flash, especially if I can pick up a '64ish Fender decal..."transition" era or whatever.

The Duke · « **Reply #3097 on:** 09 May 2011, 13:55 »

Do a red pickguard! That would look cool, or at least it does in my mind.

valley_parade · « **Reply #3098 on:** 10 May 2011, 11:53 »

NO. It's my guitar, it's getting a mint guard. Go buy your own damn Jagmasters.

I've started the "mods" today, sort of. I gave the white witch hats a nice coffee bath to yellow them up a little. It came out better than I imagined it would. Also, the guitar itself was shipped out today. Will order the MINT when I get the guitar.

Melodic · « **Reply #3099 on:** 10 May 2011, 15:13 »

oh man oh man oh man my sg showed up! i am in lub, gonna lub me this guitar a whole bunch

THESE FORUMS NOW CLOSED (read only)

Author Topic: Re: The Guitar Topic - B (Read 389664 times)