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Post by flashart on Aug 3, 2019 12:01:59 GMT
I've Eko deluxe 12 string which I adore but I'm now looking for something to take "out". (holidays, parties etc)
A pickup would be nice but it's not a deal breaker. I could get another Ranger XII for £230ish but I've been looking at the Paul Brett Vintages.
Most 12 strings have a pegged bridge but the Paul Brett Statesboro model has a tailpiece so the pressure of the strings are pressing down rather than pulling up.
Does anyone have any thoughts on the (literal) strengths or weaknesses of each.
Also, the 15degree raked back long headstock looks a bit of magnet for knocks etc.
In short, good tone is all very well, but could I fell a zombie with it?
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Post by flashart on Apr 11, 2019 5:12:36 GMT
Brutal truth, I decided to keep the Strat. I couldn't justify losing it for a guitar that would only be used on the occasional track. I'm happy with this, and it shows not to make GAS purchases hastily.
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Post by flashart on Mar 5, 2019 15:29:26 GMT
Thanks for the advice so far, any opinions always welcome. I'm a 50/50 slide player but none of my current guitars are "dedicated" to slide. I also wondered about those recent Epiphone arch top thingies. One other factor, is that I may have a project coming up that requires something "old time" looking/sounding.
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Post by flashart on Feb 26, 2019 17:46:39 GMT
I'm starting to get the taste for a Resonator. I've never owned one but the limited research I've done would lead me to believe a tricone would be sonically what I need. (Smoother, less bark?)
Firstly, does anyone have any do's, don'ts or comments on owning such a beast? (I'm thinking weight, live use etc)
Secondly, I'm probably going to fund this by selling a Strat, so recommendations for makes that sound/play okay in the low to mid-price range?
Thirdly, someone talk me out of this as I can't afford it, don't have the space, etc...etc...
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Post by flashart on Feb 11, 2019 19:01:47 GMT
I've got the DRS1 with the stratabond neck. I've upgraded the nut and saddle and even though it's made from moonman materials, it sounds great. The only downside is that for something that is designed to take on the road, why does the case weigh a ton? Perhaps I could fashion my harmonica harness into a truss?
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Post by flashart on Apr 10, 2018 17:00:10 GMT
I've got a DRS1 (Stratabond neck, Richlite etc) When I bought it I tried every acoustic I could get my hands on. (30+ over two days in Brum) The DRS1 wasn't the guitar I expected to walk away with at the start of the weekend but it beat everything in the £1000 price range and slightly above. The nearest competitor was a D15. Soundwise they were identical, so for £250 cheaper I went with the DRS1.
Interestingly, another DRS1 just sounded "meh", so there's more to it than just the materials.
To me, great tone is great tone however you achieve it. The water gets muddied by comparisons with iconic tones that use certain combinations of traditional materials. Look at the arguments that rage if you suggest great amp tone can be achieved with anything other than a valve.
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Post by flashart on Feb 2, 2018 19:22:57 GMT
I got this DVD from thealarm.com. It's the story of The Alarm and Mike Peters which is reasonably engaging tale, but the story then changes when Mike is diagnosed with cancer. It then chronicles how he responds and the setting up of the charity "Love, Hope, Strength".
It is both amazing and inspirational in equal measures. It's not preachy or showbizzy, just one (great) bloke and his struggles.
I became aware of this film via it's companion piece "Jules Story" which was shown on BBC4, not on the DVD but might still be on the iPlayer thingy.(In some ways this is even more more awe-inspiring)
You may or may not be fans of the music, but one thing comes across. Those of us that make music have an incredible tool for helping with whatever life chooses to dish out.
There's a few clips/ trailers on Youtube for those that are intrigued.
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Post by flashart on Jan 23, 2018 17:10:34 GMT
I'm currently considering the DiMarzio. Does anyone here still use just a microphone? (I'm particularly interested in mics used outdoors)
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Post by flashart on Jan 18, 2018 6:23:51 GMT
Interesting, I assume then it must be overtightening of "Shubb" type capos etc that would cause wear.
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Post by flashart on Jan 15, 2018 19:19:10 GMT
I'm currently playing my humble Eko Ranger 12 string which I've got tuned down to C#. Because of my singing, I've been using a capo for a lot of tunes. I gather constant use of a capo isn't good for the frets. I could tune up ½ a step to D but to be honest, it makes the keys easier to play but still not the best shapes. The question is, which is less harmful to a 12 string, constant capo use or standard tuning? Hope that makes sense, as it may inform a new guitar purchase. (Although, I'd swore I had bought my last guitar with this one )
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Post by flashart on Nov 13, 2017 6:26:26 GMT
Major chords A,C,D,E,G, Fmaj7 Minor chords Am, Em, Dm
That lot covers literally millions of songs. If you're happy with online, go for it. Once you've those under your belt, I'd either try and find someone to play with or at least book a couple of lessons, just to see if A, You've picked up any bad habits, and B, you get to see what it's like to play with someone else.
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Post by flashart on Aug 25, 2017 17:55:52 GMT
Any idea where I can get a saddle for a Martin DRS1? I don't mind filing a blank but a straight swap would be better.
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Post by flashart on Aug 17, 2017 18:14:59 GMT
I'm rediscovering Mike Peters of The Alarm. There's a new film "The Man in the Camo Jacket" coming out. Or check out "Jules'Story" on the iPlayer.
Very emotional, and truly inspiring in the best sense, of the joy of living.
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Post by flashart on Jan 16, 2017 11:18:01 GMT
After loudly proclaiming I'd bought my last guitar two years ago. I quite like the look of the crossover/hybrid type nylon strings.(narrow necks, cutaway etc) Has anyone seen the Vintage Roger Williams in the flesh. I'm also thinking Cordoba and Yamaha as well.
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Post by flashart on Jan 9, 2017 18:54:39 GMT
Decreasing the body seems to work better. As does increasing the gain and reducing the volume. This made me wonder if a light compressor would help.
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