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    5 Pedals EVERY Guitar Player Should Own

    in Guitar Gear, Amps, Effects, Pedals

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    A used Boss ME-80 has made it's way into my house. I've been browsing the online sites for a few months without any success. We had planned a trip to Myrtle Beach at the end of October, so I started to look at Craig's List to see what I could find. I found an ME-80 for sale in a suburb of Charlotte, NC., named Waxhaw. I convinced my better half that Waxhaw would be a good place for a rest stop. The unit is in mint condition and the seller showed me the different patch sounds to prove that it was in working condition. The seller had just purchased a Line 6 Helix, so I offered $150., explaining that I loose 25% on the exchange rate. The seller then said how much he liked Canadian beer. I added a case of 24 Moosehead, which I had picked up in Duty Free, to the offer and he accepted. Just returned home a few days ago and haven't really had much of a chance to run it through its paces. I will post a review before the end of the month.

    Henk

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    12 String Advice

    in Guitar Gear, Amps, Effects, Pedals

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    Hi William, welcome to the forum. I purchased a Seagull S12 and I have been very pleased with it. It has a cedar top, cherrywood back and sides. The first year of play sounded very bright but as the guitar aged it mellowed and the cedar top changed to a darker shade. Now three years old, it sounds great, especially some of the Gordon Lightfoot songs. Even in our Canadian temperature and humidity swings, this guitar stays in tune, it's built like a tank. The price point will be at the lower end of the 12 String scale but don't dismiss it as being cheap, it is a fine addition to any guitar stable.

    Henk

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    Play Guitar Podcast

    in Guitar Playing & Technique

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    Thanks @NeilES335. I have just listened to "Getting real success on the guitar by “getting real” " and was able to take away some ideas. "Take your fears and turn them into motivation" seems to be a common theme in many aspects of life. Personally I have a tendency to practice the songs which I can play well because they sound not too bad and it makes me feel good. I really should be practising more of the things that I cannot do well. I look forward to listening to more of these podcasts, the learning should never stop.

    Henk

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    5 Pedals EVERY Guitar Player Should Own

    in Guitar Gear, Amps, Effects, Pedals

    Posted · Edited by Oldjock

    This is a very interesting thread which is giving me GAS. Presently my pedal board consists of three pedals. Boss CS-3 (Comp), Boss RC-3 (looper) and Zoom MS-50g (multi-effects) plus a foot switch for the Boss Katana 50. I really can't complain about this setup as far as sounds go. I am intrigued by the idea of the ME-80 which would give me more options in a smaller package. As for the cost here in Canada ($400. + 13% tax) it is still cheaper than the individual cost of the three pedals. I do remember looking at the ME-80 on Boxing day last year at L & M, priced at $299. Based on this discussion and reading the reviews, I am beginning to hatch a plan to trade in my existing pedals towards the ME-80 on boxing day. Hopefully the difference should be less than $100.

    Does anyone have any experience using the ME-80 with the Boss Katana 50 and a foot switch?

    Henk

    New Idea and I think it's working.

    in Guitar Open Talk

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    Randy, only you will know how your instructor fits into your future plans. As in life, some people you will be able to bond with and others, not so much. The bottom line here is to keep moving forward with improving your skills as a guitarist while keeping the journey fun and fulfilling. As for me, I have yet to use an instructor. I am quite happy with the L & M program under Steve. I do have the advantage of having a very good player in our "garage band" who has taken me under his wing to help me with various aspects of song play.

    Again, I repeat that this must be fun and right now, I'm loving it.

    BTW, I'm 72 and have only been playing for four years.

    Henk

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    Post your favorite acoustic!

    in Guitar Gear, Amps, Effects, Pedals

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    I'm with Dave, the one which I am playing will be my favourite. I started learning with a Seagull Natural Elements 6 string with a spruce top and mahogany sides/back. Absolutely loved the 1.8" neck for my big fingers. Two years later as I learned to play a little, I started looking for a different sound. I eventually purchased another Seagull but a 12 string (Have to support the Canadian manufacturers).  The S12 has a cedar top with cherry sides/back. The S12 was very bright sounding initially but after two years it has become much more mellow. I love to play Gordon Lightfoot songs with the S12. The sustain with this guitar is very impressive, a single hard strum at the end of the song seems to continue forever.

    I also have a PRS SE Santana, so with the acoustics I am happy to have the complete set. Although, like Ron, in the back of my mind I can hear the call of a PRS SH McCarty 594 Koa.

    Henk

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    Guitar Jamming

    in Guitar Open Talk

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    Deuce, the group that I jam with evolved from players on a ball team which I play on. Luckily for us one guy was an experienced player (bass, acoustic and mandola) who took on the leadership role. My suggestion would be to find some common ground with the songs the group would like to play. Setup a dropbox site to post songs and mp3 files for each individual to practice. We also rotate the monthly practice sessions, which have also become known as craft beer tasting sessions, among the group. As you progress as a group consider a gig, as it provides a goal for the group to improve. Our group has played at our ball team BBQ for the past four years. Even though you will be playing in front of friends, the fear of making mistakes, will really increase the concentration levels to help you and the group improve. Best of all keep it light and fun.

    Henk

    Pedals

    in Guitar Gear, Amps, Effects, Pedals

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    Chris, I agree with everything mentioned by the replies above but I would like to add one thing. If you are purchasing the Katana 50 then I would highly recommend adding the Boss dual foot switch (FS-7) to your pedal board. Four patches become available. This one does not have a battery but plugs into your daisy chain for power.

    Integrating guitar into your busy life

    in Guitar Open Talk

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    Despite being retired, I find myself with more work now than when ran my contracting business. Primarily doing renos for the family and trying to get my house ready to sell. I try every night to lock myself in my office for 30 minutes between 9 and 10. As tired as I am, I try to stick to it and surprise, surprise, once the notes begin to ring out, the tiredness evaporates. Weekends I can usually put together a couple of hours.

    Henk

    NAD - Katana 50

    in Guitar Gear, Amps, Effects, Pedals

    Posted

    Can't believe the timing of this thread since I just bought the Katana 50 yesterday at L & M, $299 CAD. I have been listening to the members reviews and finally decided to purchase. The bad news is that this amp is so popular, it is back ordered three weeks. I have no choice but to wait before rendering a review.

    Henk

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    Foundations: A Conversation with Carlos Santana, Warren Haynes, Derek Trucks, and Paul Reed Smith

    in Guitar Playing & Technique

    Posted

    Thank you for posting the video Ron, there were so many interesting comments that I watched it twice. I am also a big PRS fan, Carlos Santana and his music has been a favourite of mine since Woodstock. These famous artists all take their craft very seriously from the point of view of the fans to be entertained. The professionalism of these men to be the best they can be every night is what makes them special. Plus, their relationship with Paul R. Smith to develop the "tools" to improve the sound is something that we all benefit from whether listing to the music or trying to play it.

    Henk

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