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Posted by Oliver (from: nsit-s229-246.uchicago.edu) on December 27, 2000 at 16:49:21:

Happy Holidays Everyone,

I've been playing guitar for over a decade now, and I'm still completely ignorant when it comes to buying new gear. The time has come for me to make several major purchases, and I could really use some advice. As you all know, trying gear out in the store is next to useless because every piece of the chain influences your sound... so I could really use some suggestions on the following items:

Oh, let me preface this by mentioning that I play mostly power/prog metal (e.g. spiral architect, dream theater, nevermore), and am looking for gear that suits this style.

(1) ELECTRIC GUITAR: Since around 1990 I've been using an Alvarez Dana Scoop. I'm debating whether I should install new pickups or buy a new guitar. Any suggestions as to which route I should take? What are the best pickups for the job? What are the best guitars for power/prog in the $900-$1300 price range?

(2) HALF-STACK: I've been using a Crate GX212 for practice, but its clear that I'm going to need something more powerful (and with a better sound) for live shows. I don't want to bankrupt myself, but I also don't want to skimp on my purchase and regret it for years to come... so I'd really appreciate some suggestions on what the best gear would be in terms of value/quality.

(3) ELECTRIC/ACOUSTIC CLASSICAL: I'd also appreciate some advice on the best models of electric/acoustic classical under $700.

Many thanks!!

-oliver-

Follow Ups:

Re: In serious need of gear advice... tom 19:34:12 12/30/00 (0)
Re: In serious need of gear advice... dale 19:22:42 12/30/00 (0)
Re: Thanks everyone! Keep it coming... :) (n/t) snow 15:50:11 12/28/00 (0)
Thanks everyone! Keep it coming... :) (n/t) Oliver 14:44:36 12/28/00 (1)
Re: In serious need of gear advice... Eddie G. 12:35:58 12/28/00 (1)
- Re: In serious need of gear advice... Travis 19:35:30 2/17/03 (0)
Re: In serious need of gear advice... keith 22:48:27 12/27/00 (1)
- Re: Don't mess with the scoop!!! Christian Koonz 00:51:13 8/29/03 (0)
Re: In serious need of gear advice... Jaterz 19:38:11 12/27/00 (0)

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: Happy Holidays Everyone, : I've been playing guitar for over a decade now, and I'm still completely ignorant when it comes to buying new gear. The time has come for me to make several major purchases, and I could really use some advice. As you all know, trying gear out in the store is next to useless because every piece of the chain influences your sound... so I could really use some suggestions on the following items: : Oh, let me preface this by mentioning that I play mostly power/prog metal (e.g. spiral architect, dream theater, nevermore), and am looking for gear that suits this style. : (1) ELECTRIC GUITAR: Since around 1990 I've been using an Alvarez Dana Scoop. I'm debating whether I should install new pickups or buy a new guitar. Any suggestions as to which route I should take? What are the best pickups for the job? What are the best guitars for power/prog in the $900-$1300 price range? : (2) HALF-STACK: I've been using a Crate GX212 for practice, but its clear that I'm going to need something more powerful (and with a better sound) for live shows. I don't want to bankrupt myself, but I also don't want to skimp on my purchase and regret it for years to come... so I'd really appreciate some suggestions on what the best gear would be in terms of value/quality. : (3) ELECTRIC/ACOUSTIC CLASSICAL: I'd also appreciate some advice on the best models of electric/acoustic classical under $700. : Many thanks!! : -oliver-

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