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  1. Hereโ€™s a fun read on living with guitars from Janis. Enjoy! https://archives.janisian.com/reading/care.php
  2. @matonanjin Great answer. Thanks so much for the input. Iโ€™ll see if I can get something going on my end. Have a great day Bryan
  3. @matonanjinDumb questionโ€ฆwhere does room selection preference come into play? Not a cruise experienced guy.
  4. @Wim VD1Great arrangement and execution. Your muted base line has come far and its timing is spot on. Thanks for sharing. Bryan
  5. Our wives would be in agreementโ€ฆ๐Ÿคฃ
  6. @Wim VD1 Not as accomplished as you, but I do see some progress each month. The fundamental, vamp, and embellished are very obtainable, but I struggle with the improvisation and arranging elements. I get through it all, but canโ€™t get a harmonious end product yet. ๐Ÿ™„๐Ÿ˜Ž But keep postingโ€ฆitโ€™s inspiring for many of us. Enjoy your day! Bryan
  7. @Wim VD1 Nicely done! Enjoyed listening to your arrangement. Bryan
  8. @Wim VD1 I loved your arrangement, shout chorus and all! Your bass line is very good and your playing is solid as well. I very much enjoyed your performance. ๐Ÿ™Œ
  9. This topic is definitely not in my wheelhouseโ€ฆbut hereโ€™s a bit more information: https://www.adkguitar.com/blogs/news/what-you-need-to-know-about-low-wattage-tube-amps Bryan
  10. I was under the impression Boveda owns the rights and manufactures the packets that get marketed. Iโ€™m trying the Humidipak system in one acoustic this season and using their Humiditrak BT to monitor that guitar vs one with Dampit /Music nomad sponges. Sweetwater had Dโ€™Addario starter packs cheaper than Boveda, so weโ€™ll see. Are packets interchangeable in either pouch system? The most compelling reason to try was their claim of reducing humidity during warmer months when our A/C wasnโ€™t needed. I found internal RH% over 65 in a case and was cautioned such levels over long periods could lead to bracing failure.
  11. David Hamburger posted this story in a recent newsletter and I laughed at the connotations: Before I get to the playlist, I'll pass on a story my friend Ed Russell posted earlier in the week about Pat Martino. Ed's one of the first musicians I met when I moved to New York City, and I heard plenty of his Pat Martino stories when we were hanging out and playing music together, but I'd never heard this one until a few days ago. One day in 1976 Ed went to Philadelphia for his first lesson with Pat. Making his way through the neighborhood, getting directions from assorted old Italian gentlemen assuring him he was indeed heading towards the home of "the world's greatest guitarist," he was finally approaching casa di Martino when the door opened and Pat's previous student walked out โ€“ none other than Captain Trips himself. "What's happening?" Ed asked. Without skipping a beat, Jerry Garcia replied "Pat Martino!" and sauntered off.
  12. @Wim VD1 I just rejoined his F5 as well. I had taken a few months off over the summer, hope to follow your progress in their forum. The improvisation and arranging aspects really challenge my talent level, but I have a feeling youโ€™ll be up for the challenge in no time. If you have any technical difficulties, look up Ricky Ramirez in the forum. Heโ€™s an original member, seems genuine, and will point you toward most anything. I canโ€™t disagree with your assessment of Bob Minner being sweet; but we give it a listen while we prepare dinner and unwind from the day. Bryan
  13. @Wim VD1. I like it. Your skills are definitely growing. Your bass lines and rhythm are on an upswing. My only criticism would be of the sensual natureโ€ฆUlysses and the sirenโ€™s call is still missing. To me, thatโ€™s the real deal. But all that aside, thatโ€™s one fine piece! By sensual, Iโ€™m thinking heart and soulโ€ฆ Perhaps Bob Minnerโ€™s Solo album epitomizes what Iโ€™m trying to convey Your fingerstyle playing is some of your best efforts!
  14. Iโ€™m a fan of Rodrigo y Gabriela when it comes to tapping. Watching her live is a treat. Their early version of Stairway to Heaven was a unique experience. Christie Lenee is a talented, and turbocharged ball of energy as well. Tapping is a tool, that used properly, can be a positive addition to an artistโ€™s repertoireโ€ฆif overused, like many pedals, can get old fast. IMHO ๐Ÿค“
  15. I canโ€™t agree more. A 335 compliments everything you have in the room!! Congratulations Bryan
  16. @Wim VD1 William, I get the nailsโ€™ dilemma. Iโ€™m an avid gardener and longer nails can be a real pain, so Iโ€™m constantly balancing their length. I enjoy your musical posts, so keep them coming. D Hamburger is one of my favorite TF instructors. Best, Bryan
  17. @Wim VD1 I like what you've done with this song. I can hear an improved groove and 'thump' in the baseline. If my foot counts, it wanted to move while I played this for my wife. She agrees with my assessment as well. Keep going, the work effort is definitely paying off. Well done! My only criticism would be to elevate your attack to get more volume and showcase your confidence. Bryan
  18. @matonanjin And yes, you a confirmed PRS guy with a Tele ... I am amazed, but a lot jealous since I don't own one. ๐Ÿ˜ž Congratulations...until the next Sirens' call
  19. @matonanjin Congratulations on all of the good things happening in your lifeโ€ฆhappy wife, new music room, and new guitars beside you! A word of caution, beware the ides of G.A.S. ๐Ÿ˜Ž Bryan
  20. @Nairon Congratulations ๐ŸŽ‰๐ŸŽŠ๐Ÿพ Enjoy your new addition to the family. Bryan
  21. @matonanjin Your promise: Oh, and I did mention the guitar stores, didn't I? Well I did hit Gruhn's and Carter's Vintage and Rumble Seat! And, yes, there will be a NGD post coming in the next day of two. I just have to get a photo. It's probably not going to be what most of you expect. It appears to me that you have insider connections for NGD(s) this year...can I include a wish list of my own for special delivery? My normally brown eyes are definitely taking on a greenish hue! Bryan
  22. But that is what makes it special when the music world gets treated to someone like a Vince Gill...incredible talent with a large dose of humility after reaching great heights. ๐Ÿค—
  23. The reality of being a 'working class' musician...there's only limited space at the top, where the bigger bucks circulate!
  24. Doug, The best straight-up advice I've received when using a metronome is to NOT CHASE THE CLICKS. It is a tool to MEASURE time...not much else. Jason Isbell's lyric in Last of My Kind cites 'everyone else claps on the 1 and the 3' makes me appreciate the backbeat (often snare) falling on the 2 and the 4. :-0 As for live, a recent story surrounding the passing of Charlie Watts, recalled Keith Richards intentionally altering the beat during a song, only to be amazed how quickly Charlie got the beat back under control. Richards always claimed he had worked with one of the best, in Charlie, when it came to keeping everyone on the beat and it made his life on stage so much easier. IMHO, if everyone is not synced on the beat, an overall 'disjointed feeling' is generated, whether it is live or recorded, and the listener is left feeling uncomfortable. Bryan

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