Guitar Discussion Forum Archive - November, 2001

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Learning to read music

Posted by Ian on Thu, 11/01/2001 - 10:41.

Newby on the guitar. Not particularly good, but get really frustarted because I can't read music. What is the best way to learn. Any good recommendations on software.

Cheers Ian

Re: Learning to read music

Posted by Brent on Thu, 11/22/2001 - 02:50.

Ian...
I am sorta new on the guitar also...although ive went pretty far with equipment i am still learning to read music..i dont suggest software...i suggest lessons

Framus SB49

Posted by René on Thu, 11/01/2001 - 11:37.

Someone want to sell me a Framus SB49 but i believe the price is too high.Can you tell me the value!

Strat Pickguard

Posted by Sjøgge on Thu, 11/01/2001 - 13:34.

Hi.

I'm modifying my old, but extremely good Ibanez guitar. I want the sound of a Strat, and the playability of my Ibanez.

I bought 3 vintage low noise single coils as replacement for my old pickups, whish were 2 single and 1 Humbucker. Of cause I needed a new pickguard as well, but an original Strat pickguard would not fit my Ibanez, so I bought a rectangular pickguard, and now I’m about to cut the shape and the holes for the pickups. The shape is not the problem, but placing the pickups exactly on the right spot I find very difficult. Does anybody know where I can find measurements or a 1:1 blueprint of an original Fender Stratocaster pickguard.

Best Regards

Sjøgge.

Christian Contemporary / Rock Band Seeking Lead Vocals

Posted by Terry Bush on Thu, 11/01/2001 - 14:41.

Hey Y'all, I'm looking for a lead vocalist for my Christian Contemporary / Rock Band.
We're a great sounding band with five members currently, including 2 guitarists, bassist, keyboard, and a drummer. Our sets include Up-beat praise tunes as well as original music.

We're non-profit oriented, and our goal is to perform outreach concerts. We have put on one concert and currently four of us regularly play as members of The Lighthouse Church worship band on DellMoor Loop Rd.

We enjoy rockin' out and praisin' God! So if you think you'd like to find out more, give me a call or email me!

Music Style(s): Christian, Rock

Location: Seaside, OR 97138
Name: Terry Bush <[email protected]>
Phone: 503-738-0936

Old Höfner from 1967

Posted by Anders on Thu, 11/01/2001 - 15:33.

I recently bought a 12-stringed acoustic Höfner from 1967. It's in fairly good shape. what I wonder is if anyone know what this guitar could be worth?

how much is my old guitar worth?

Posted by william l. brown on Thu, 11/01/2001 - 17:02.

i have a GUILD guitar that i bought in 1959.
how much is it worth?

We'd like to help you, so what is the model #?

Posted by Silky John on Fri, 11/02/2001 - 04:55.

: i have a GUILD guitar that i bought in 1959.
: how much is it worth?

Re: how much is my old guitar worth?

Posted by Mick on Fri, 11/02/2001 - 09:22.

I assume it's an acoustic. Do you have the model number ?

Re: how much is my old guitar worth?

Posted by william l. brown on Sat, 11/03/2001 - 13:05.

it is a hollow body electric, and i cannot find any
model number. it has two pickups.
william l. brown

Re: how much is my old guitar worth?

Posted by Thomas Dobmeier on Tue, 01/25/2005 - 20:15.

I have a 1957 gretsch bannana yellow hollowbody. Like the Monkeys used. Mint condition.

powe chip upgrade to older Nitefly

Posted by Rick on Thu, 11/01/2001 - 17:26.

Can anyone tell me what I will have to do to install a Fishman smart jack and power chip in an olkder Nitefly?

Tokai 2001 Limited Edition Les Paul Love Rock for Sale!

Posted by Tony on Thu, 11/01/2001 - 19:42.

I have a mint, immaculate Tokai Love Rock Les Paul Cherry Sunburst Flametop for sale...Asking $400.00. Email for details also email [email protected]

Boss BR-8 drummer??

Posted by Jerry on Thu, 11/01/2001 - 23:25.

Hi,
I have a new BR-8 and can record my bass and guitar but can't figure out how to record the drum machine.I can hear it during recording but cannot hear it during playback.What am I doing wrong.

Thanks,
Jerry

Re: Boss BR-8 drummer??

Posted by Vinny on Sun, 12/16/2001 - 13:05.

Hey Jerry,
I just purchased my BR-8 and am trying to figure out how to hear the drum track on playback. Have you figured it out yet? Let me know if you do. This little box has so many features it is incredible.

el-acoust. guitar (nylon)

Posted by David on Fri, 11/02/2001 - 06:10.

I'm still looking for an Acoustic-electric nylon guitar (with cutaway).

MARSHALL SLASH HEAD 100 WATT

Posted by Chris Landuydt on Fri, 11/02/2001 - 07:05.

I can buy a second hand Marshall Slash 100 Watt Head. Is this a good amp?

Re: MARSHALL SLASH HEAD 100 WATT

Posted by Louis on Fri, 11/09/2001 - 11:14.

: I can buy a second hand Marshall Slash 100 Watt Head. Is this a good amp?

I happen to think so - but if you like reverb in your amp look elsewhere. I have one, but don't use it much - just takin' care of it. Don't forget to match it up with a cab that contains celestion greenback speakers in it if you want to hear the complete setup. How much are you looking to give for this one? Since they don't make them any more, they all must be somewhat used....I'm not even sure what they're worth these days.

Re: MARSHALL SLASH HEAD 100 WATT

Posted by greg on Sat, 09/18/2004 - 16:23.

: I can buy a second hand Marshall Slash 100 Watt Head. Is this a good amp?---YES who are u buying it of i want it loldude its a pretty sweet amp

dystonia-focal

Posted by beka serdans, rn on Fri, 11/02/2001 - 07:11.

Dear Tommy,
I have reviewed your site and unfortunate circumstances with focal dystonia..It appears that you most likely
have action induced dystonia- dystonia caused by repetitious finger movement. I am a nurse at Columbia
with dystonia and have just established a new patient advocacy group called Care4Dystonia in NYC.
I myself have dystonia but I still work in critical care
despite abnormal movements..Currently I get treated with the new toxin..
Botox has been beneficial in musician induced dystonia.
We have one specific MD who primarily deals with musicians with focal dystonia.
He is a musician as well- the Julliard Scholl in NYC..
I am interested in helping you get the right treatment.
Please email me via our new www.care4dystonia website..
I would love to hear from you. Dystonia is at times difficult to live..
especially on a daily basis..
best wishes,
beka
c4d
[email protected]

helping out with musicians and dystonia

Posted by beka serdans, RN on Fri, 11/02/2001 - 07:15.

Would any of the on line guitarist-musicians be willing to
come together and "jam' in a benefit concert to help those with focal dystonia as in Tommy's case..
If so, please contact us ..at www.care4dystonia.org.
Your help would make a big difference..to empower many with focal dystonia as well as musicians with the disorder as it is very common..Learn more about on our site...

YAMAHA SPX90 FX MANUAL NEEDED ¡¡¡

Posted by EPISCOFAGO on Fri, 11/02/2001 - 10:18.

PLEASE ¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡

Re: YAMAHA SPX90 FX MANUAL NEEDED ¡¡¡

Posted by tony on Fri, 11/05/2004 - 02:35.

: PLEASE send me the YAMAHA SPX90 FX MANUAL
THANK TOU

Re: YAMAHA SPX90 FX MANUAL NEEDED ¡¡¡

Posted by alex on Wed, 11/24/2004 - 11:46.

check this: http://www.yamaha.co.jp/manual/english/result.php

regards,
alex

C I R C U I T - Great band

Posted by JayMan on Fri, 11/02/2001 - 14:35.

Listen to Circuit at www.Circuitband.com

Influenced by Tool, Circuit does their own thing.

Re: C I R C U I T - Great band

Posted by Johan on Wed, 09/01/2004 - 06:37.

The band circuit dosent exist anymore. And the homepage is down. But maybe we will be back, who knows? But for now Im studying so singing is put on the side.

Goya G125

Posted by Ellen Gregory on Fri, 11/02/2001 - 19:49.

Bought my guitar around 1980. Even though it's been used quite a bit, the body is in excellent condition as I've taken good care of it. Can anyone give me any info on value of it? Also, any history of Goya guitars would be appreciated. Thanks so much, Ellen

Re: Goya G125

Posted by Jeff on Mon, 11/12/2001 - 21:53.

Try

http://goyaguitars.tripod.com

Lots of info on Goya Guitars

A free guitar teaching newsletter

Posted by Tim Gillespie on Fri, 11/02/2001 - 20:24.

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This month we will look at seventh triads and how they cascade across

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What's up with this "BIG MUFF"?

Posted by Samir on Sat, 11/03/2001 - 12:05.

Is the 'Big Muff' Fuzz-pedal really worth buying? Please, does any of u guys have one? Please tell me about it, I don't want to spend so much money on a pedal if its crap.

Re: What's up with this "BIG MUFF"?

Posted by franjo on Sun, 11/04/2001 - 22:18.

dear samir,

the 'big muff' is a real fuzz pedal. it has a very tense, thick, but also muddy and searing tone. it's similar to the sound of the main themes of "satisfaction" or "spirit in the sky".
i have a demo on my homepage at
http://www.designwerk.de/franjo/pages/home.ram
with the sologuitar through my big muff.

another great record with a big muff on is danny toan - big foot. he uses a big muff all the time.

in the most cases, it's not recommendable for rhythm work, but if You're into mudhoney, it'll be great!

franjo

Re: What's up with this "BIG MUFF"?

Posted by guitar_dude00 on Tue, 11/06/2001 - 04:14.

O-ya, if you want some FAT fuzz, big muff is awsome, its very enjoyable with powercords too

Re: What's up with this "BIG MUFF"?

Posted by carl on Fri, 12/19/2003 - 15:49.

What's up with Danny Toan? I had an album of his called "First Serve" back in the late 80's I would like to hear it again. Anyone know where I can purchase it from?

Danny Toan

Posted by Bob Baumann on Fri, 08/20/2004 - 01:19.

Still looking? It is not available on CD. Write to me via email. I have a copy that was made from the vinyl.

Re: What's up with this "BIG MUFF"?

Posted by Mr. Electric on Sun, 11/11/2001 - 15:34.

The big muff is a bad dude. You can blow up cheap amps with it. If your looking for the most unbridalled out of control distortion the BM is for you. Ipersonally found it to be just to much. compression might help.

Re: What's up with this "BIG MUFF"?

Posted by MIGAS on Mon, 11/26/2001 - 03:54.

BUY A JCM 900 WITH 5881 POWER TUBES IN IT, PLUG IN A STRAT AND A BIG MUFF AND YOU´LL HAVE A BUNCH OF TRIPLE RECTIFIERS BEGING TO HAVE A TAST OF THE LOVIEST DISTORTION ON EARTH

Wanna be in a punk rock band?

Posted by Payo on Sat, 11/03/2001 - 15:49.

I'm a 15 years old guitarist and I'm lookin' for someone who plays bass in the Montreal area..would like to form a punk rock band like blink 182 or sum 41

Starting a Rock/Alternative/Punk band. Want in?

Posted by Cedric on Mon, 11/26/2001 - 19:29.

Hey If you like such bands as At the Drive In, Rage Against The Machine, Pearl Jam, Nirvana, Tool, Smashing Pumpkins, etc. Then we gotta hook up. I'm a 17 year old student looking for a drummer.

Re: Starting a Rock/Alternative/Punk band. Want in?

Posted by David B. on Fri, 11/21/2003 - 00:41.

hey, im a drummer.. i got a best friend thats a bassist and he can play guitar as well... we r looking for a band too.. but where r u located?
give me an email back at [email protected] so i dont have to keep chekcing this site
peace

Re: Wanna be in a punk rock band?

Posted by ur a corny fag on Sun, 10/12/2003 - 20:11.

: I'm a 15 years old guitarist and I'm lookin' for someone who plays bass in the Montreal area..would like to form a punk rock band like blink 182 or sum 41

I wanna start a punk rock band

Posted by Tricia on Mon, 01/19/2004 - 11:56.

Me and 3 friends are starting a punk rock band but we have no money for the equipment and we need some help on how to start a band anything to help will be fine!!!

Thanx,
Tricia lead singer & Becki other lead singer!!!

How much is it worth?

Posted by Matt Vogt on Sat, 11/03/2001 - 16:06.

I received a Sigma DM-4CV guitar about 5 years ago I cannot find anything about it, not even a price. I'v seen DM-4 around but never a DM-4CV, serial #:60315002

It's an acoustic. Any info would be great. Thanks.

Re: How much is it worth?

Posted by Doug Patrick on Fri, 11/09/2001 - 17:44.

A DM-4CV will range downward from $400 depending upon age & condition. 5 years old, in good condition, I would say about $275. Sigma is a division of CF Martin, the guitars are assembled overseas, with finishing and inspection done by Martin.

Re: How much is it worth?

Posted by Aaron Huber on Tue, 09/30/2003 - 10:38.

I purchased a new DM-4CV in 1990. I paid 319.99 plus tax.

case for Ibanez AR250

Posted by Martin Opitz on Sat, 11/03/2001 - 18:58.

The Ibanez AR 250, a LesPaul-type double cutaway guitar, usually comes without a guitar case, so that is why I'll need one. My local Ibanez dealer told me, though, that it won't fit into those inexpensive standard cases for LesPaul-type guitars. Is that true, and does anybody know the dimensions of the body?

Re: case for Ibanez AR250

Posted by David on Sun, 11/04/2001 - 13:56.

Try these ones:
You'll find GATOR cases on www.attrade.ru

tips to be a great guitar????

Posted by NwhyGun1 on Sat, 11/03/2001 - 19:18.

someone please tellin' me, cause iam twenty and got good for playing guitar,,,is there any time for me for having gigs with guitar,,,,

tell me the way please,,,,

how to tune a 12 string guitar

Posted by cec miller on Sat, 11/03/2001 - 19:55.

HI Can anyone out there help me out I'm trying to tune a 12 string I just got. But I just cannot figure it out.
Thanks Cec

how to tune a 12 string guitar

Posted by cec miller on Sat, 11/03/2001 - 19:55.

HI Can anyone out there help me out I'm trying to tune a 12 string I just got. But I just cannot figure it out.
Thanks Cec

Re: how to tune a 12 string guitar

Posted by TWITCHDOCTOR on Sat, 11/03/2001 - 20:44.

Tune it as you would a six string. The smaller/thinner strings should be tuned to an octave, or twelve notes higher than the thick/normal string. You do know how to tune a six, right?

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