Plantsman13
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Great answers. The question that comes to mind, "Could all of those wonderful grandmothers out there have been better cooks if they had received formal training in how to cook"?
I have a strumming guitar course I purchased where all of the sheet music states music by Guitar Guru and Transcribed by Kid in the BackRoom with Musical Training (mock humor intended). The inability to read and write music has not stopped many great musicians from being the legends they have become.
I believe the ability to communicate with other musicians is a valuable asset to have in your guitar toolbox. I can't think of many instances it would work against you in a musical situation (except in my case of over-thinking and not letting my ear guide me).
Enjoy your guitar journey,
Bryan
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@randyh1953 That's a tough call indeed. I find many "learning" articles in AG are pushing my comfort envelope. However, I enjoy the guitar repair column currently running, and find new artists to explore on a regular basis. The Rhythm articles in the past two issues are available online to actually hear someone speak about the subject matter versus just the written word. I like to believe everyone gets something from reading outside source material. That said, if AG (or any other resource) annoys you, step back and evaluate if it's right for you at the current time in your learning path.
Best of luck with your guitar journey,
Bryan
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Steve,
Thanks for clarifying. I try to resist just using tab without “learning” some of the associated theory behind it.
Thanks again,
Bryan
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Jazz chord forms pdf:
On the 5th string inside voicing "Let's Practice", page 5: Should the Bm7 shown actually be Bm7(b5)? I've been practicing it as shown, but it dawned on me the m7(b5) form was missing, or in my feeble theoretical mind. ?
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@Dave White I find a screwdriver to be an interesting choice for such a job. Does he do this to get more volume or is it a personal preference on feel? My thoughts go to one of the auto detailing compounds in a medium grit, finished with a fine grit to remove the finish. Either way, I get squeamish at the prospect of doing it on one of my acoustics...but again, I will never play a guitar as he does. ?
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Happy Birthday ???
Thanks for all of your hard work on our behalf. It is appreciated!
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Okay, I'll ask the question: "How does a guitar speak to you when you're standing at ground zero?" I have never understood how you can make such a statement when you don't even know the most basic of chords. I personally believe you try to pick a guitar of decent quality to start the journey of playing a guitar. I see a lot of beginner guitars for sale on Craigslist. That said, find a guitar that feels good and start down the path of learning to play a guitar. When you feel that you are getting a handle on things.... then you can get into the process of getting a quality guitar you can be proud of playing. I marvel at stories of great players as Eric Clapton who played terrible guitars as they started down the path of learning to play guitar. It's not easy, but it's a path we all must travel.
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@Randy120 Real bummer, hope your recovery is quick. Right-hand technique should be a goal. Collin’s tremolo picking video, string skipping, and harmonics practice (a capo could be your left-hand) are just a few ideas. Then there’s always THEORY that needs some work. ?
Best of luck,
Bryan
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@ChrisJ032 Good question. There comes a time when we need to learn notes all over the fretboard. It’s possible to locate any note on any string by starting with the open string note and working up that string to find the note sought. Following that idea on all six strings will help you find that note’s location on the fretboard. Repetition has been my best teacher. I play a mind game where I want to find C on every string, and I try to achieve that goal without counting up.
I’m not the theory guru, but I try to think in terms of octaves from where I’m at versus “high”.
Hope this helps,
Bryan
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Happy birthday! Hope you have better luck getting the wrinkles out of your “birthday suit” than I did this year. ?
Take time to play some guitar today.
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@Randy120 Thanks for taking the time to clear up my question. I don't use polish, opting to use the detergent followed by the Express Shine. I use a low tack tape to mask the sound hole when 0000 steel wool is used to polish and clean the frets. I use a wide, soft-bristled paint brush to carefully remove any residue. All of the fretwork is worked on after applying the Express Shine as you mention.
Enjoy your evening,
Bryan
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@NeilES335 When quality tonewoods and time behave well together...it can be magical! Kind of like Forrest Gump and peas and carrots. ?
On a serious note: The thought of someone like Vince Gill playing a Vintage Martin of the “dreams” era does give one goosebumps! Makes me think of a Stradivarius in the gifted hands of a world-class violinist... it would be loverly. ?
I was thrilled toj enjoy a stringed quartet perform in Bavaria, in a marble hall, some works from Mozart and Brahms. It was heaven on earth. Our traveling companion posted on FB just how much he preferred Willie Nelson! Go figure. ?
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@Randy120 That covers my routine as well with the omission of the guitar polish. Taylor recommended the Turtle Wax Express Shine (no silicone). Why use the guitar polish and TWE-shine together?
Bryan
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I agree with Neil's advice. If you purchased it new, and registered the guitar with Maton, you should be covered if there isn't a simple home remedy fix.
Before I sit down to practice, especially with one of my acoustics, I put on a light cotton, long-sleeved shirt and roll the cuffs up. That's year round protection from grime/sweat buildup and my sensory distain for moisture on a glossy top. Wiping the guitar and strings down after every session is also part of the routine.
Give a shout out to Collin Hill for Maton coding, that's his stock and trade.
Best of luck,
Bryan
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I'll go along with Hendrix, SRV, Deep Purple, and Gilmour (which is still my favorite). My problem is my favorite solos are just that, musical, and not limited by the guitar played. I've never been the Strat vs Les Paul vs Ric type of guy...just the OMG, what did that artist just do with that instrument in his/her hands.
Bryan
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Greg,
The replacement strings arrived and I got one installed from D'Addario. It seems to have solved the problem I was experiencing as you had suggested. Thanks for the "professional" insight into my dilemma. The customer service was very considerate in trying to resolve my problem but multiple emails to straighten out what was sent me was a bit frustrating. I think more of a case of the left hand not knowing what the right hand is doing.
Thanks again for the insight into my question, it is very much appreciated.
On a different note, a local luthier was helping me with a tuning knob on the A string that snapped on a Waverly three on a plate open slot acoustic setup. Unknown to me, Waverly have a lifetime warranty on their tuners and a new set of tuners are in the mail from StewMac. I'm not sure about shipping, but either way it's a warranty I wanted to share with GG friends. All this chaos from one who pampers his guitars...go figure! ?
Regards,
Bryan
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Nothing like the smell of a new guitar in the morning....it's a beauty. May it bring you years of entertainment and joy!
Bryan
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Singing the blues at the local Juke Joint! Who wants to go? ?
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@matonanjin I feel your pain. Executing the "changes" either visually/or mechanically can be daunting enough for me; much less feeling, sensing, or hearing them. Then I hear people talk about playing over the changes...and D. Bowie isn't singing in the background. ?
Bryan
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A last note, keep the tension on the string while you wind the string around the tuner. It's possible to have the pin raise up a little if you aren't careful. If the pin does raise up, don't try to press it back down under tension. I have been told damage to the wood brace under the bridge can result (not good). I recall Greg holds a finger down on the pin when he stretches the string prior to final tuning as well.
Regards,
Bryan
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@DianeB It was a four hour walking tour of the estate. The most amazing tidbit was his infatuation with the newly developed plywood for the interior purposes. He didn't spare expenses to give the exterior the proper treatment; but used plywood to construct lamps, desks, and other interior "design" items. My wife had a childhood friend in Decatur, IL who lived in a FLW designed home. It left it's mark on her love of his "prairie" design ideas.
This is a plywood String Quartet Music Stand he designed for entertaining in his home.
Regards,
Bryan
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Greg,
Thanks for taking the time to reply. I am waiting on D'Addario replacement strings to assess if the problem corrects itself. I've tried most of the suggestions given here and so far, nothing has changed the off tone it gives when fretted. I've never experienced a "bad" string following a restring on my acoustics, so it's new territory for me on the electric. Thanks again for your advice.
Enjoy the weekend,
Bryan
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Big Bend's website listed some of these "high-end" retail prices for the three lubricant sizes they sell. I took a large step back, then checked out Sweetwater to concur with your observation above. It's now on my "to do" list.
Bryan
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I see two (2) GG guests have new TruFire courses, Christie Lenee and John Knowles.
Enjoy,
Bryan
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@Six String I hesitate to give a blanket endorsement of YouTube; otherwise, your post hits the mark!
Well thought out,
Bryan