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Post by lexluthier on Sept 21, 2015 0:27:44 GMT
Thank you for your reply and advice Michael. I did find you've answered the question a couple of times before when I spent a little more time with search function, I'll try and be a little more patient in the future, difficult when one has a new geetar waiting to be played! The instrument arrived with the tailpiece under-strung and the string ends bent at nearly 90 degrees to achieve this. Putting the strings on the tailpiece 'properly' was all too much for the 56 and it popped. I did make me think about this string being tuned up a couple of tones above standard (E) especially when I've come to understand these type of tunings are generally called 'slack' tunings, or have I misunderstood? Anyway, it was all too much for my logic! You were right about the string gauges on the high side, they are 16 and 18, misreading my micrometer in my excitement! Many thanks again, Chris.
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Post by lexluthier on Sept 20, 2015 21:44:38 GMT
Hi folks. Just received a Dobro square neck this afternoon and never having dealt with one before, need a bit of help please!
It has arrived de-tuned and loaded with a 56-15 set of strings. My recent research seem to suggest GBDGDB is a commonly used tuning for square neck and I'm looking for a place to start. My worry about this tuning is the 56 gauge string being tuned to G, it doesn't seem quite feasible. So I suppose I have 3 questions:- 1. Is GDBGDB a good place to start for bluegrass and country blues? 2. What is a good string gauge for GBDGBD. 3. What is a suitable tuning for a 56-15 set of strings(as I like 'em and got a stack of 'em!) Thanks in advance folks, really looking forward to get playing this instrument. Chris
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Post by lexluthier on Sept 13, 2015 21:11:30 GMT
Is there an echo in here......?
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Post by lexluthier on Sept 13, 2015 20:57:38 GMT
Gretsch Jim Dandy. Never tried one myself but Eric Bibb seems to like 'em. There's a limited edition colour example on ebay at the moment.
Chris
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Post by lexluthier on Jun 16, 2015 23:34:56 GMT
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Post by lexluthier on Jun 5, 2015 22:13:22 GMT
You really don't wanna go buying one of these, I mean, do you really want to go having to change your style to contend with the fact that suddenly, you hardly need to touch the strings? That's gonna take some getting used to isn't it!? As is getting used to the bass strings sounding just as loud down their length as they do open, I mean, big booming bass, it's just not 'authentic' is it? Talking of un-authentic, most of your string noise is going to disappear, how are you gonna sound like the old guys then eh? And another thing, if it doesn't wear out, where's your excuse to go and buy the next 'dream' slide that could, maybe change your life then eh? Gone! And another 'nother thing, people are going to ask you why you're playing 'that thing' so loud now. 'We can hear it through the walls!' they cry and 'Why are you playing it so much now? You need to eat'. The complaints, you just don't need it. Lets face it, £257(inc p&p), its a fortune isn't it? That's virtually 35 packets of cigarettes,....or 70 odd pints! I had to get rid of a really mediocre Chinese Epiphone casino(which did look really good in the cupboard!) to afford one. I really miss it now, maybe I should have sold one of the other countless things I don't play or use, just couldn't make up my mind which! And did I mention how much heavier it is than the average slide? I mean, as if a resonator isn't heavy enough to haul around, this really could be the tubular thing that breaks the camels back, or yours!! Of course the main reason I think that you shouldn't buy a Wolfram slide is that's as a distinctly average, beginner slide player, I'm going to lose the massive advantage I've just gained over you slide wizards out there. Let's face it, with your technique, you folks don't need any of this 'trickery', so just leave it alone.....please! .......Pretty please!! ......with bells on!!! Chris
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Post by lexluthier on Jun 5, 2015 20:42:28 GMT
So, I've got the 'Centennial collection' now, two things to say. 1. What the hell have I been listening to before? It makes a very pleasant change for something claiming to be a new, improved version to actually be that! I can hear all the guitar parts distinctly now and the difference between the two sessions. It all makes so much more sense now and is very much more listenable. 2. Despite what I said previously in this thread, I won't be making any speed altered playlists, suddenly it all sound just fine! Thank you MM for the recommendation, I probably wouldn't have bothered otherwise. Chris
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Post by lexluthier on Jun 2, 2015 21:59:42 GMT
Hi! Deuce, £820. I was tracking this one for about a month, third time it had been up, was deeply tempted myself and now slightly regretful I didn't go for it, got side tracked by 'what parlour'. Glad for Pickersditch it turned out to be a good one! I wondered if a forum member would grab it after it showed up here. Also wondered if anyone on this forum grabbed the 'Spanish Dancer' model that was talked about so much a few months back? Loved the look of that one, just couldn't get the cash together in time Chris.
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Post by lexluthier on Jun 1, 2015 0:04:13 GMT
Just in support of Snakehips and so you don't feel all alone mate, yes, I too would love to see a German silver tricone available at a reasonable price, in fact I would buy one. I suspect though it's not going to happen P.S. Snakehips, just because you've got to put an X on a piece of paper twice in the last few months, don't go thinking you're living in a democracy! P.P.S. When are you going to post a video of your National round neck tricone you bought last year? I have been looking forward to seeing it for what seems like an age! Best regards. Chris
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Post by lexluthier on May 31, 2015 22:31:49 GMT
Hi bluefolk. Thanks for the heads up on that, it's well worth me thinking about. You're right about the case. Yes, choosing the right Parlour has become probably the most difficult guitar choice I've ever made, I think because I know they have such a delicate, individual voice that speaks more particularly to personal preference. And then on top of all that, there's all the physical detail preferences! A lesson in patience I think. Chris
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Post by lexluthier on May 31, 2015 0:28:07 GMT
Hi bluefolk. Yep, you're probably right! I've had more guitars through my hands(owned and worked on) than I can remember, it's deep into three figures. I've learned what works for me and what I just can't put up with in the long run. It's a 'horses for courses' thing really, not hard and fast rules. My last purchase was a MM Lightning, 4 pieces to that neck but for the £400 I paid(or even £600 new) it's great for the money. I'm just looking to compromise as little as possible on this purchase as I'm going to spend a fair amount on it considering my personally circumstance. Was brought up to take my time and shop well, I used to have a weakness for buying guitars in haste which age has hopefully tempered.
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Post by lexluthier on May 30, 2015 23:02:02 GMT
Hi! Apologies for not replying much recently, a***s to wipe! I'm I right in saying the Washburn 125th anniversary model was a limited run of 250? I think I may have said before, I was initially drawn to the various Washburn parlour models but the more I looked, the more I was not convinced I could live with the look. Even the more conservative models I find overly fussy(feel the same about some proper vintage parlours) Also dubious about anything 'distressed' to be honest. As far as necks goes, love the vintage V profile, certainly suits my hands. Also have no problem with a volute aesthetically but mainly as a practical measure IF the guitar has a one piece neck. Not mentioned this before but I have a deep running preference for one piece necks and believe they give a much deeper clearer tone to an acoustic guitar. Many folks out there may think this point of view a little strange and 'out there' but it's a big consideration in my choice of guitars. The Washburns are multi piece necks and this, along with all the other previously mentioned doubts has led me to pretty much dismiss them as a choice for myself.(They don't sound that bluesy from what I can make out either!) Even the Blueridge BR361 I'm considering has a separate heel and the thought of it, at £800+, is gnawing at my soul(a bit ) Hands up if you think I'm insane(I can handle it!) Chris.
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Post by lexluthier on May 30, 2015 21:43:05 GMT
Hi! Like mickeyz, now have the Centennial collection winging it's way to me after the recommendation herein and will probably end up with my own 'adjusted' playlist as I have now but built from the Centennial platform. Looking forward to using my selective perception to ignore the hiss and hear the music, it's going to be just like the good ol' days! Chris
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Post by lexluthier on May 29, 2015 22:10:16 GMT
Hi! Totally agree with the last few comments about playing faster when live, I(we) always sounded slow when hearing 1st take playbacks in a studio and usually had to have another go at the song, faster. 1st time I ever heard the 'complete' RJ I remember thinking to myself, 'this has been speeded up', and some tracks more than others. I have to add I knew absolutely nothing of this debate previous to this. 'Preaching blues' for example sounds manic to my ears and much better slowed a little. I spend quite a bit of time in the recent past downloading various slowed versions. It's interesting how many versions of 'the true Robert Johnson' are mooted, some sounding pretty good and an improvement for me, some just stupidly slow. All come with a different, supposed logic to the speed change. Personally, I ignore the argument/logic, close my eyes and go with what makes sense to my ears and gut. Chris
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Post by lexluthier on May 29, 2015 20:54:41 GMT
Hi again washboardchris! Just realised It wasn't you who sent a message about a Washburn 301 earlier I the thread, it was Myk! Sorry 'bout that, that's what comes of trying to do messaging when you should be doing something else.
Hi Ken, checkin' 'em out, will get back to you soon. Thanks. Chris
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