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About Jason Fryer
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I can answer any kind of question that is guitar related - from choosing the right guitar/amp for your needs, musical style & budget, to effects usage & placement, & most technical questions related to guitar set up & repair.
I do not specialize in dating or appraising vintage gear, so please don't ask me to appraise the value of your instrument.

URL: River City Junction


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I am a professional recording/performing artist & producer/engineer with 29 years experience in performance & writing, & 21 years experience producing & recording music.

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River CIty Junction (Guitarist)

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Musician's Professional Workshop Scholarship (CHOM FM)
Vanier College (Classical Music - Guitar)
Herzing Institute (Micro-Computer Electronics)
Have taken numerous online courses in recording/engineering

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Jason Fryer 
In Category  Electric Guitars

SubjectDate Asked

pickup shielding9/4/2008
  Q: I hane 2 fender guitars a strat and a tele. Both are squires and they both have a humming sound in ...
  A: Hey Don, shield tape will help a little, but unfortunately, single coils hum. if you want to ...
amps8/25/2008
  Q: hey im looking a new amp but i cant decide on anything and am not really sure what im looking for i ...
  A: Hey Joe, Fender Blues Juniors are amazing amps. If you play Blues, Blues Rock etc it rocks right out ...
fender8/23/2008
  Q: I seen the new band Glasvegas on Jools Holland and I was wondering what kind of guitar the main ...
  A: Hey John, great band man! They remind me a bit of old U2. Good feel. The guitar he's using looks ...
acdc sound8/20/2008
  Q: hi there jason can u help me with the acdc sound ive been trieing for years my set up is gibson ...
  A: Hey Andy, you have the right guitar, but if you want Angus' sound, you gotta ditch the amp & the ...
Green Day, and Linkin Park8/16/2008
  Q: I am a 13 year old boy who loves two bands, Green Day and Linkin Park. I have an impressive ...
  A: Hey Nick, I don't really listen to either of those two bands, but I can tell you one thing & that is ...
Pickups8/9/2008
  Q: I have just started playing gutiar. and i am going for the heavy metal / classic rock side of music. ...
  A: Hey Casey, for metal & CLassic Rock you'll probably want to go with a hum-bucker for sure. Id check ...
NIRVANA CHORUS7/27/2008
  Q: im trying to emulate the nirvana chorus they used on my vox ad30vt through the effects section i hav ...
  A: Hey Dean, I've never heard the chorus on the Vox AD30, but if Nirvana was using a small clone, then ...
Pickguard7/20/2008
  Q: I am in the process of building a guitar. I will need to custom make my pickguard to fit what i am ...
  A: Hey Cam, you can use any kind of metal for a pickguard. It actually works quite well as it shields ...
Choosing my first guitar and amp7/15/2008
  Q: Hey Jason! I'm interested in buying my first guitar and amp, and have been doing a lot of research. ...
  A: Hey Evan, the Les Paul is an excellent choice man. As for the amp, I'd suggest you save up just a ...
strat wiring7/13/2008
  Q: i recently stumbled across a schematic online that consisted of changing one tone control to a ...
  A: Hey Pete, unfortuneately, there's just too much for me to search through, so here's what I googled ...
Output jack noise7/8/2008
  Q: I have an Ibanez RG120 that I bought a few years ago and replaced all of its electronics with EMG ...
  A: Hey Joe, it sounds like dirty pots man. Just go to any electronics store, buy some contact cleaner & ...
guitar pedal placement7/5/2008
  Q: I have a Cry baby Wah, Boss DS 1 distortion, Boss Delay DD6, MXR Micro Amp, MXR EVH phase 90. I was ...
  A: Hey Brian, I would run it like this: Wah ->Phase 90 ->DS1 ->DD6 ->Micro Amp When you get the ...
new amp7/2/2008
  Q: i've been playing guitar for around two years and have a line 6 spider III 30w amp and an epiphone ...
  A: Hey Josh, Marshall amps are great man, just make sure you get one that's full tube & not one of ...
hondo lp copy6/28/2008
  Q: i have acquired this hondo to practise repair techniques. i've never seen a bowen handle before. ...
  A: Hey Gary, I wouldn't take them apart. Pickups use pretty sensitive & fine wire wrapped around the ...
high pitched noise at random...6/25/2008
  Q: I have a really weird problem which has never happened to me before. Well, to skip my music ...
  A: Hey Peter, sorry man, but without actually being there, it's a bit hard to diagnose. You should ...
pedals/amps/mixer6/18/2008
  Q: i was wondering if you've ever seen or used this setup. and what are you thoughts on how it would ...
  A: Hey Dale, I can't say I've ever heard of anyone doing that before, it would be much easier to get an ...
electric guitar pickups6/16/2008
  Q: when a pickup is rated at 9.8k or something like that, what is the significance of that number?
  A: 9.8k is a resistance reading taken from the pickup with an Ohm Meter. (.8k means that there's 9800 ...
guitar effects6/15/2008
  Q: I just got a guitar and love it. I don't know the notes yet so i'm just listening to bands like rush ...
  A: Hey Matt, that's a bit of a difficult question to answer, cuz you can pretty much do anything with a ...
edge 3 replacement6/13/2008
  Q: hey i was looking to buy the ibanez xiphos xpt700.... but i dont like the edge 3 bridge... in my few ...
  A: Sorry Jay, but I don't use whammy bars man, so I can't recommend anything out of real life ...
Amp for a non-gigging guitarist6/12/2008
  Q: I've been playing for well over a year, but I have no desire to gig. I will continue to play ...
  A: Hey Jeff, the Traynor YCV50BL is a great amp, all tube, totally pro, greta for gigging or practice. ...
Need Equipment Help for Wedding Reception6/4/2008
  Q: Hoping you can help me. I have an acoustic/electric guitar and my son has ask me to play at his ...
  A: Hey Tim, most acoustic guitar amplifiers have an input for vocals. Fender makes a nice one & it's ...
Right setup?6/3/2008
  Q: I am looking to buy a complete electric guitar setup. I am new to the guitar world so I will need a ...
  A: Hey Britt, Grover tuners are top of the line. As for pickups, they are a bit complicated, but not ...
Right setup?6/2/2008
  Q: I am looking to buy a complete electric guitar setup. I am new to the guitar world so I will need a ...
  A: Hey Britt, if you already have an Epi Les Paul, you really don't need to get a new guitar. In my ...
Will this guitar pickup work?5/24/2008
  Q: Mr Fryer, I'm doing a science project to make an electric lap steel guitar. I just got a hold of ...
  A: Hey Nicholas, everything sounds good with the exception of the broken wire. If the coil isn't ...
upgrading a Strat (standard)5/19/2008
  Q: How can I possibly get a heavier of fatter blues sound ala s SRV out of my standard Strat, like what ...
  A: Hey Fred, try the Texas Specials. That's what they put in the SRV models. I've been thinking of ...
Marshall or Boogie Settings5/15/2008
  Q: I have a Marshall JCM2000 dsl100 and a Mesa Boogie TremoVerb I play through a 76 Gibson Les Paul ...
  A: Hey Steve, dial the settings in the way you like, then pull a bit of the bass & highs & add a little ...
guitar buying5/12/2008
  Q: im thinking if getting a knew guitar. I have never had any lessons but people tell me im good. I ...
  A: Hey Josh, Fender's are great guitars man. I think the guitar you buy should be based more on the ...
Fender 72 Deluxe Telecaster5/7/2008
  Q: I am thinking about buying a Deluxe 72 Telecaster in Walnut Stain. I was just wondering whether or ...
  A: Hey Jake, I haven't seen one up close in person, but judging from the picture, I'd say it's a sating ...
Effects5/5/2008
  Q: I am playing the guitar parts in a musical here in Australia which require various effects. I am a ...
  A: Hey Chris, if you're running the amp relatively clean, then you don't need to use the FX loop at ...
Effects5/4/2008
  Q: I am playing the guitar parts in a musical here in Australia which require various effects. I am a ...
  A: Hey Chris, my pleasure Bro! Right now I'm running an Ernie Ball Volume pedal that I modded out with ...
Effects5/3/2008
  Q: I am playing the guitar parts in a musical here in Australia which require various effects. I am a ...
  A: Hey Chris, here's how I'd run it: Volume Wah Comp BD-2 Decimator Phase 90/Flanger Delay Katana ...
tremlo placement4/27/2008
  Q: i was wondering is it possible to put a gold Floyd rose lic tremolo bridge system single lock on ...
  A: yes it is possible, but it's definitely a job for a trained professional, so I advise you to have it ...
replacing nut4/26/2008
  Q: I was looking for a replacement nut for my electric guitar on-line and I came across a "roller nut" ...
  A: Hey Shaun, I'd just go for the locking nut if I were you man. Floyd Rose systems work best with a ...
Changing strings4/14/2008
  Q: I recently started playing the guitar and Im having a hard time changing strings.I have seen many ...
  A: Hey Frank, trying to explain it over the net would be like pulling teeth. You'd be better off ...
which guitar to pick4/12/2008
  Q: I have been trying to decide on a guitar for a while now, but I still have not been able to. I have ...
  A: Hey Ilan, the LP Studio would definitely be the way to go in my opinion man. I play a Les Paul & ...
1964 Champ Amp #44/10/2008
  Q: Just found a 1964 Champ Amp on the side of the road. Works great. All original. The label says it ...
  A: after looking up the price, I think you should just leave it as is, have it checked by a technician ...
please I need help man4/9/2008
  Q: com and ive seen its a great site with professionals that can really help others adn thats awesome ...
  A: Hey Celfinco, can you post a video of you playing up on youtube so I can check your technique out to ...
wah pedal4/2/2008
  Q: Bought a Behringer UW300 ultra wah pedal. Cannot seem to get a wah sound out of it, even after ...
  A: Hey Rob, while I've never actually used that pedal, I have used much of their gear in the past & was ...
Reptilia Effect3/30/2008
  Q: last song on playlist at www.myspace.com/thestrokes its after the riff and its at about 1:14. I ...
  A: it's actually not a clean sound at all, just slightly dirty, & it sounds like he's using an octavia ...
Moving to an Electric Guitar3/28/2008
  Q: I play acoustic guitar. I am not in a band, just playing guitar for enjoyment, and maybe getting an ...
  A: Hey Jay, here's a couple of links to some gear that is good quality, but at a low price point: ...
set up3/26/2008
  Q: once i get the hang of using the 2 jmp's i ll be more than glad to tell u all the gossip. i wanted ...
  A: Sounds good bro. Where do you live that you have to fly to the states to have your guitars setup? ...
buzzing problem3/16/2008
  Q: i have a squier,and it fell dwn while i was playing and that accident caused buzzing problem. but i ...
  A: it sounds like it could be the amp causing the buzz, especially if it doesn't buzz any where else. ...
floyd rose floating tremlo bridge3/13/2008
  Q: i am having trouble tuning it. should the big screws on my bridge be even ??? if so how do i go ...
  A: Hey Nick, it would take me a long time to try to explain it step by step, but fortunately I found a ...
Versatile Guitar3/11/2008
  Q: I currently have a Jimmie Vaughan Tex-Mex Strat and an Ianez Atcore hollow body. PRS just came out ...
  A: Hey Matt, I saw a youtube demo on the PRS, & it sounds amazing man! I don't know how it will do for ...
Tube Amp3/10/2008
  Q: I am new to guitars and amps and have a question about tube amps. I was looking at the Small 5W ...
  A: Hey John, I haven't played one myself, but I watched a few vids on youtube & it sounds pretty good. ...
Tube Amp3/7/2008
  Q: I am new to guitars and amps and have a question about tube amps. I was looking at the Small 5W ...
  A: yes that is the only way to get distortion from them unless you run a stomp-box in front of it. ...
Gibby P-90's3/6/2008
  Q: Jason, Keeping you posted about my pickup upgrade. I wrote you a few weeks ago with respect to ...
  A: Hey Ray! Glad you like them man! I just swapped out the Blues-90's in my Gibson BluesHawk for real ...
Buzzing3/3/2008
  Q: Okay, so I just bought a 12-year-old used electric guitar, sight unseen off eBay, probably not the ...
  A: Hey Jacob, I'd suggest that you bring it into your local music store & have them replace all the ...
pickup hight on a SG guitar3/2/2008
  Q: i own a SG guitar and i want some good sound out of it. i got this guitar from the web so when i ...
  A: Hey Martin, if your SG is a Gibson, I'd really advise against altering it like that. You'll destroy ...
pickup hight on a SG guitar2/29/2008
  Q: i own a SG guitar and i want some good sound out of it. i got this guitar from the web so when i ...
  A: Hey Martin, as a general rule, I always make sure the pickups are at least 1/8" - 1/4" away from the ...
string buzz2/27/2008
  Q: I just got a squier vinatage modified electric strat. when i brought it home and played it, it has a ...
  A: bring it back to the store & tell them it needs a proper set up. It should have been set up properly ...
Cab2/22/2008
  Q: I just bought a Fender Roc Pro 1000 amp head and I am trying to learn about impedance and ...
  A: Hey Randy, I'd have to see the bac of the amp to tell you for sure, but from the sounds of it, you'd ...
rewiring guitar2/21/2008
  Q: I need directions on how to rewire a 2 pickup,volume,tone controle/imput jack setup. thanks
  A: Hey Greg, the schematic is going to depend on which pickups you're using. (Manufacturer & pickup ...
pedal2/20/2008
  Q: Iwas thinking about getting a visual sound h20. Was just wondering how effective the echo effect ...
  A: I've never tried one so I don't know for sure, but it seems like it should be pretty good because ...
P90's2/18/2008
  Q: Jason I would like to replace my Epi Goldtop P90's. I was planning on going with the original ...
  A: I just put some original Gibson P-90's in my BluesHawk & the difference in tone is unreal. They are ...
Guitar Question2/15/2008
  Q: Mr. Fryer About a week ago I browsed over a random picture of an artist playing what looked to be ...
  A: Hey Ed, without the name of the artist or the guitar brand, it's impossible for me to even venture a ...
Pedal2/12/2008
  Q: I recently bought a couple of rechargeable 9 volt batteries to power my boss stomp boxes. However, ...
  A: Hey Johnny, I don't know if rechargeables work so well with pedals, but you can get the DC brick ...
Bass Bridges2/10/2008
  Q: Can you tell me what the main differences are between "stock or "vintage" bridges (with the barrels) ...
  A: Hey Seb, basically it's just the design or look of them. They both function in exactly the same way, ...
Trem system replacement2/8/2008
  Q: Are you able to swap a Edge 111 trem for an ibanez edge trem system, will it fit?? thanks for your ...
  A: I have no idea man! That would be a question best suited to the folks at Ibanez, as both trem ...
shuts off while playing2/6/2008
  Q: I changed the pickups, switch and pots on my strat about a year ago. It played fine up until about a ...
  A: Hey Jamie, I'd suggest you re-wire, as it's virtually impossible for me to troubleshoot your guitar ...
Good guitar for high treble?2/1/2008
  Q: I currently play on an Epiphone Les Paul that I stuck some DiMarzio Evos into, and love the sound ...
  A: Hey Sam, if you mod your Epiphone so it has a coil tap, you can get a really bright & trebly single ...
Special II1/31/2008
  Q: Hey, I recently bought an Epiphone Special II. It’s a pretty low end guitar, I know, but that’s ...
  A: I'd try replacing the strings. Make sure the low strings wrap around the peg head at least 3 times & ...
Pickups1/26/2008
  Q: I had an accident a several years ago and, had to stop playing guitar due to that. As technology has ...
  A: Hey Chris, the 59 or JB won't sound as big as their full sized counterparts, but they do sound good. ...
amp1/25/2008
  Q: I'm thinking about buying an orange tiny terror and hooking it up to an orange 1x12 cab. The ...
  A: Hey John, When you want to measure the impedance or resistance of a speaker, the value is ...
Mixed brands1/24/2008
  Q: I feel really stupid asking this, but I'm new to electrics. I thinking of buying a Fender amp off ...
  A: Hey Jacob, no such thing as a stupid question bro. You can use any brand of guitar in any brand of ...
Intermediate electric1/23/2008
  Q: I've been playing acoustic for several years, mostly country and classic rock (love Eagles), and ...
  A: Hey Jacob, if you treat with the same respect as would show an acoustic guitar, it will be fine. My ...
crate amp head/how to hook into a full stack1/22/2008
  Q: i am a drummer and always had a guitar but really never played it,i would like to give it a better ...
  A: Hey Mark, first of all, I'd take the amp into the shop & have it looked at. The problems you ...
Intermediate electric1/21/2008
  Q: I've been playing acoustic for several years, mostly country and classic rock (love Eagles), and ...
  A: Hey Jacob, Fender and Epiiphone both make great quality lower end models that are very affordable. ...
New guitar update1/16/2008
  Q: J I wrote you a few weeks ago about your suggestions for a new guitar to add to my fender strat and ...
  A: Hey Ray! Congrats man. It was my pleasure bro! Now how about a pic & some sound samples! Here's my ...
soldering1/12/2008
  Q: Whats up Jason? Im soldering the ground wire to the trem claw on my STRATOCASTER and its not taking. ...
  A: Hey Mark, you probably just need a bigger, hotter iron. Solder only takes when both materials reach ...
Guitar Amp12/20/2007
  Q: I want to buy an amp and I am looking at this one: Peavey ValveKing 112 Combo AMP. I want to know if ...
  A: Hey Anthony, I actually played a Peavey Valveking today & I don't like them so much. One amp I have ...
looking for a new guitar question?12/19/2007
  Q: J I wrote you a few days ago about your suggestions for a new guitar to add to my fender strat and ...
  A: I'm not sure I can explain so much the difference between P-90's & hum-buckers except that P-90's ...
looking for a new guitar12/17/2007
  Q: Jason, I'm in the market for another solid body electric guitar-price range around $500. I ...
  A: in the $500.00 range, I'd say maybe an Epiphone Les Paul. They don't sound exactly like their ...
AMP QUESTION12/15/2007
  Q: I've been playing for4 years and im pretty good. Currently I'm playing my PRS Custom SE. I love it. ...
  A: Hey Doug, here's a few links to check out: ...
Reverb not working12/14/2007
  Q: Hey there, I'd appreciate any help I can get... I have a Vox AC-30 Custom Classic reissue that I got ...
  A: sorry man, but without having the amp in front of me, it's really hard to troubleshoot. Check the ...
evh guitar12/13/2007
  Q: im building a frankeinstrat and im not too sure about what pickups to use for the coil tapping that ...
  A: Hey Troy, my only issue with putting a Floyd Rose on a Behringer is that the Floyd is worth more ...
Improvise12/12/2007
  Q: I started playing guitar about 1/2 a year ago and I want to start to be able to improvise and play ...
  A: there's no simple answer to that question that will magically enable you to improvise guitar solos ...
Amp Heads and cabs12/11/2007
  Q: I currently have a marshall AVT150 combo and was looking to upgrade to tube with a head and 1X12 or ...
  A: both the head & the cab will have a profound impact on the tone of the overall sound. Marshall makes ...
electric bass with small body?12/9/2007
  Q: I am a smaller woman who played electric bass a few years ago, and want to pick it back up. I'm ...
  A: Hey Brooke, I think I know the perfect instrument for you. It's an Epiphone viola bass. It has a ...
The Right Guitar Amp/Pedals12/7/2007
  Q: What would be the best choice and the besy buy for a Guitar Amp and Pedals? I have a Gibson Les Paul ...
  A: Hey Anthony, the Guitar Center's a great place to go for sure, so yes I think you should go there. ...
gibson les paul classic vs. studio11/28/2007
  Q: me and my friend are discussing what guitar i should get for my next one i want a les paul by ...
  A: I've been gigging/touring with a Les Paul Standard for seven years now & it's still in great shape. ...
Which type of guitar should I start with?11/24/2007
  Q: my dad might bye me a guitar but sense im a beginner I dont know which type of guitar I should get.I ...
  A: you should definitely start with an acoustic guitar & learn to play rhythm first, then lead. If you ...
found guitar11/16/2007
  Q: I recently was cleaning out my mother's attic and found a guitar that my father used to play. It has ...
  A: you can send me some pics here if you like: allexperts@seraphim-records.com Photos of the front, ...
RePainting / New Pickups11/14/2007
  Q: I've got an old Peavey Foundation bass (and I really like it) but I want to give it a new color and ...
  A: Hey Brad, it looks like EMG's might fit in there nicely, but you might have to replace all the ...
Amp choosing11/13/2007
  Q: I have a Epiphone Les Paul right now a im looking for a amplifier for rock music,personally i like ...
  A: Hey Steven, if you want to sound like GNR, Slash plays through Marshall amps. Don't get the MG ...
FEEDBACK11/10/2007
  Q: I have a Epiphone Les Paul(10 yrs. old)Just recently at practice i've had this problem.If I play my ...
  A: Hey Russ, the pickups on your Epi probably need to be dipped in Wax. If it's an old Epi, I'd just ...
guitar style11/8/2007
  Q: I need to find a guitar thats right for me. Personally I think it is a PRS custom guitar. I am ...
  A: Hey Peter, that's a pretty tall order my friend! You have a lot of researching & experimentation in ...
Godin Replacement Pickups11/2/2007
  Q: Hey Jason, I have been playing a Godin Solidac for the last seven years. Since about 3 years ago, ...
  A: Hey Chuck, np man! What I meant by trouble was volume and/or tonal issues arising from the fact ...
Whammy Stripped!10/31/2007
  Q: I have a BEHRINGER IAXE 393. When I was loosening the whammy bar on it, I noticed it was really ...
  A: Hey Ed, I have no idea, as I'm not familiar with the guitar. You'll probably have to replace the ...
Marshall TSL 100 classic plexi settings10/25/2007
  Q: could you tell me how to set my Marshall TSL 100 settings on either crunch or lead to get as close ...
  A: Hey Jason, I don't know if you can exactly replicate the Plexi sound, but there's a couple of things ...
buying a guitar10/6/2007
  Q: ive been playing the electric guitar for 2 years now and want to buy a new one, i would like a ...
  A: Hey Jess, I have just the ing for you! It's an Epiphone Les Paul Studio Limited Edition. I was just ...
Attenuator for guitar10/5/2007
  Q: i was wondering if you know what the difference is between an amplifier and an attenuator, does it ...
  A: I don't know if yours is an original Orville guitar, but here's what I found on them: ...
Single Lead I PU replacement9/29/2007
  Q: I just happened to bump into this site and noticed you recently answered a question about adding a ...
  A: Hey Steve, personally, I think I would stick a Gibson '57 CLassic Plus in there. Another good choice ...
Miscellanous9/27/2007
  Q: "Hi I'm thinking about buying a peavey valveking head. I currently use a Marshall AVT 150.Is buying ...
  A: Hey Thoms, the Valveking is definitely a step up from what you're using now, just make sure you get ...
Live Set up for Gigs9/24/2007
  Q: I am going to get a Line 6 PODxt Live. I just want to know what kind of wiring should be done for a ...
  A: before we discuss wiring of the rig you mentioned, I would just like to take a minute to suggest to ...
Squealing Sound9/23/2007
  Q: I have a 100watt tube head, Crate Stealth GT100H. My problem is that after playing on the ...
  A: Hey Amol, your problem is most likely a microphonic tube. try going to the distortion channel & ...
difference between Les Pauls9/22/2007
  Q: Can you explain the differences among the different Les Paul models (Custom, Standard, Studio, ...
  A: Hey Brandt, the differences between most Les Pauls is simply a matter of finishing work & hardware, ...
bass amp humming9/18/2007
  Q: I have a bass cab with 2 Altec Lansing 15" speakers and a Hartkee 3500 head. When I turn the head on ...
  A: Hey Ryan, it could be bad power where you are plugging in. Get a plug tester from your local ...
Recording set up9/1/2007
  Q: I'm trying to establish how best to set up my guitar equipment for recording. I use a Boss BR1180 as ...
  A: Hey Andy, it's actually really simple. You will get the best sounds using the least amount of gear ...
which electric guitar for teenage daughter8/31/2007
  Q: my daughter has been playing the guitar for a couple of years (nylon then steel strings) and wants ...
  A: it depends on the style of music she plays. If she's playing Blues or Country, a Strat's a good ...
fender lead 18/27/2007
  Q: I have a Fender lead I, and I want to add a 2nd pickup, and possibly replace the existing one. The ...
  A: Hey Tony, if you're going to add a new pickup, you should definitely replace the one that's in there ...
killswitch8/22/2007
  Q: hey! i was wondering if the killswitch knob thing that buckethead use is for sale anywhere? is it ...
  A: Hey Angus, I did answer your question. It's not a knob it's an on/off switch. What Buckethead uses ...
tuning8/21/2007
  Q: If your tuning the guitar to DROP D would you tune it past 440 or what number would you tune it on
  A: Hey Kev, 440 is just the number of times the A string cycles every second. In other words, when you ...
versatile guitar?8/18/2007
  Q: Hey, I'm looking for a new versatile sounding guitar. I play metal, blues, experimental, ...
  A: it depends on the kind of tone you want. Ibanez makes great guitars, & the one you were looking at ...
maton or epiphone?8/7/2007
  Q: hey there, thankyou for taking the time to answer my question. I have been playing guitar now for ...
  A: Hey Julian, I would go for the Epiphone if I were you. My buddy did some work on this guys Epiphone ...
playing fast quietly7/30/2007
  Q: Jason, I have been playing the electric guitar for about 6 months (even though I have played the ...
  A: Whatever Suzanne, Am I out of control? Had I not turned off my ratings, wouldn't you have dropped ...
guitars7/29/2007
  Q: Hey, I was wondering if the Krank Distortus Maximus and the Krank Krankshaft had any real diffrences ...
  A: Hey Ritchie, unfortunately, I've never had the pleasure of trying either of the 2 units you ...
playing fast quietly7/24/2007
  Q: Jason, I have been playing the electric guitar for about 6 months (even though I have played the ...
  A: Whatever man, people like you make my otherwise very rewarding volunteer job a pain in the ass. I'm ...
Highway 1 strat pickguard7/19/2007
  Q: I want to replace the pickguard on my 06 fender highway 1 Stratocaster but I cant seem to find any ...
  A: Hey Chris, Fender offers replacement pick-guards, so if you can get one from them, I'd advise that, ...
Les Paul Standard7/18/2007
  Q: I am looking to get a guitar and don't know the difference between 2 guitars. ...
  A: the only difference between the two is that the plus top has a flamed maple top. Other than that, ...
Amplifier problem7/13/2007
  Q: I have recently acquired a Carlsbro 300 watt stingray bass head which is feeding into a peavey black ...
  A: I tried to find some info on your amp with a Google search, but I wasn't able to find very much at ...
Need to upgrade my Fender Mexican Strat7/10/2007
  Q: I have a Mexican Fender Strat that I have had for a few years and now it's time to make some ...
  A: Hey Laura, you're welcome! As for mixing pickups, a lot of people do that. Just make sure that the ...
guitar/amp(?) hiss, locking tuners help.7/9/2007
  Q: i recently bought a guitar (semi new)american stratocaster deluxe with those SCN pups, and along ...
  A: First for the strings, no you don't have to unlock them when you tune, in fact you shouldn't cause ...
Guitar Tone button7/7/2007
  Q: I have a Ibanez SA120, and I am uncertain if the tone knob works, if at all. Also, as there are no ...
  A: your tone control should work fine, unless you got the guitar second hand & someone chose to ...
Need to upgrade my Fender Mexican Strat7/5/2007
  Q: I have a Mexican Fender Strat that I have had for a few years and now it's time to make some ...
  A: Hey Laura, good choice of guitars & music! I think the biggest thing you could do would be to sell ...
On/Off Pedal7/3/2007
  Q: First, thanks in advance for providing your time to answer all of these questions. I'm looking for a ...
  A: you can use a volume pedal, or an A/B box, or you can build your own mute pedal, which would ...
Need to upgrade my Fender Mexican Strat7/2/2007
  Q: I have a Mexican Fender Strat that I have had for a few years and now it's time to make some ...
  A: it really depends on what type of sound you're looking for. Maybe we should start with you telling ...
Which Bass?6/30/2007
  Q: Hey, i have been playing bass guitar for over a year and im looking to buy a new bass. I have a ...
  A: Hey Max, it's hard for me to say, cuz I've never played one, but they sure look good! The basic 4 ...
High Gain amps6/29/2007
  Q: Greetings, Jason, I am writing this to seek some feedback and advice regarding my questions about ...
  A: I would not recommend either the Mesa or the VHT if you're looking for sweet & buttery, I'd ...
Which Bass?6/25/2007
  Q: Hey, i have been playing bass guitar for over a year and im looking to buy a new bass. I have a ...
  A: there are a lot of good basses out there. Epiphone, Fender, Yamaha, I banez, schecter, Spector, ...
Effects processor6/23/2007
  Q: I've begun playing lead guitar for my church's praise team, and I'm using a rather old effects ...
  A: Hey Daniel, if you want absolute ease of use & portability, I'd recommend the line 6 Pod XT. You can ...
amplification6/19/2007
  Q: hey what's up. I got a crate 120 watt amp which by no means is quiet, but i like to play with full ...
  A: Hey Mike, what model is your amp? Is it tube? A 50 watt tube amp with a 4x12 cab wil very often be ...
using a bow with an electric guitar6/17/2007
  Q: I bought a bow to us with my electric guitar, but I cannot get much volume with the bow. Do you ...
  A: is the guitar plugged into an amplifier? If so, then all you should have to do is turn it up. Also, ...
Epiphone les paul6/12/2007
  Q: What's the difference between the "standard" and the "custom" and the "ultra"?
  A: Hey Mike, there's not a whole lot of differences between the 3. The standard has chrome hardware & ...
guitar buying6/4/2007
  Q: i have been playing guitar for 1 and a half years now, and i am going to buy a new guitar. my budget ...
  A: before I make a suggestion, I need to know two things: will you be looking for acoustic or electric, ...
Techno sounds with guitar?5/26/2007
  Q: I have played guitar for about a year; my favourite genre is black metal, however, the guys of my ...
  A: Hey Mike, the Digitech Whammy Pedal would be a great choice. The guitarist from Rage Against The ...
Amplifier and Effects5/23/2007
  Q: My name is Adi, my playing style is blues and classic rock and roll. I wonder what amplifiers and ...
  A: I like the Fender Tweeds. They're a bit pricey though, so if you're interested, you can have one ...
string help5/21/2007
  Q: i playing my strat and the high e string broke when i touched the whammy bar. I didn't expect it to, ...
  A: it sounds like a bum string. If the strings are old, (More than a couple of months) buy a new pack ...
Fender Strat finish5/20/2007
  Q: I was recently changing the strings on my Fender Deluxe Strat, holding it by the neck on my work ...
  A: you have nothing to worry about man. The finish is pretty much as tough as the paint job on amy car, ...
What amp for metal?5/19/2007
  Q: Hey, I have an Ibanez RG321 MH Guitar and now i need to buy a good amp for it. Something loud, but ...
  A: Hey Adam, for $200.00 - $250.00 your choices will be very limited. I would suggest saving up a bit ...
Electric Guitar Beginner5/10/2007
  Q: I am a Grade 8 pianist and singer and have recently decided that I want to learn the electric ...
  A: if you are looking to learn to play guitar, I would suggest that you first learn acoustic & switch ...
i want a better guitar...5/4/2007
  Q: i've been teaching myself the electric guitar for the last couple of months, and i'm starting to get ...
  A: Hey Juan, I listened to some Dimmu Borgir & I think you might be better off getting something with ...
i want a better guitar...5/3/2007
  Q: i've been teaching myself the electric guitar for the last couple of months, and i'm starting to get ...
  A: Hey Juan, ESP makes great guitars & are a good choice for your style. The LTD Deluxe 1000 would be a ...
Need Help4/27/2007
  Q: I have started playing the guitar about couple of years ago. Its just a hobby and passion to learn ...
  A: based on your taste in musical styles, I'd say stay from Ibanez. None of the guys you mentioned play ...
Choosing An Acoustic Guitar4/17/2007
  Q: my name is Janelle and I have recently thought about buying an acoustic guitar. I already play ...
  A: there is a company named Seagull who make top quality instruments at very affordable prices. I've ...
what guitar4/9/2007
  Q: hey jason, ive been playing guitar for about 2 years, i play non-stop everyday usually, its just a ...
  A: the differences between a strat & Les Paul are mostly in tone & not in quality. Strats are thinner ...
what guitar4/8/2007
  Q: hey jason, ive been playing guitar for about 2 years, i play non-stop everyday usually, its just a ...
  A: Hey Clayton, you can pick up a standard Strat for around $400.00 Here's a link to some at zzounds: ...
what guitar4/7/2007
  Q: hey jason, ive been playing guitar for about 2 years, i play non-stop everyday usually, its just a ...
  A: do you mean the Ibanez RG 321 MH? I couldn't find a 350 in Mahogany. Anyways, for the type of ...
Guitar Price.4/6/2007
  Q: i have a Gretsch guitar, is the one on this address ...
  A: you can buy that model of guitar brand new for $389.00 at Musician's Friend, so if the guitar is in ...
Learning3/30/2007
  Q: I am interested in learning electric guitar. I would like to know where I should begin. Should I buy ...
  A: I would definitely recommend learning acoustic first. Once you've learned to play acoustic well, ...
TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE?3/29/2007
  Q: HEY JASON THANK YOU FOR ANSWERING MY LAST QUESTION SO WELL. I HAVE JUST BEEN ON EBAY AGAIN AND AM ...
  A: Hey Robert, I'd shy away from buying items off ebay that are overseas man. ESPECIALLY where ...
guitar3/28/2007
  Q: i dont know where to start as a junior in high school i have come to find my self thinking more and ...
  A: if you are committed to practicing at least an hour a day EVERY day for the next 9 months, then yes, ...
amplifier3/26/2007
  Q: That first answer helped alot. I was wondering if, since the cab i want doesn't come with a head to ...
  A: Hey Kev, plugging into an FX return on a combo will work fine, but you don't plug anything in the FX ...
amplifier help3/25/2007
  Q: I was wondering if I could run a PODxt Live straight to an amp cabinet. If not could I use a combo ...
  A: Hey Kev, no you can't run it straight into a cab. You can use a combo as a power amp if the combo ...
Tremolo on a Washburn V3/22/2007
  Q: I have recently purchased a Dimebag Washburn V with no tremolo bar and have been looking at some of ...
  A: Hey Cody, the 2200 & 2300 both look like they COULD fit, but to be sure, I would suggest that you ...
please please help3/21/2007
  Q: I need your help. In this busy, post-Internet society in which we live, it seems that I do ...
  A: your guitar is definitely worth keeping, you can easily get a good Nirvana/Pixies sound out of it. ...
Ibanex RGT42DXFMTLF3/19/2007
  Q: I just bought an an Ibanez rgt42dxfmtlf guitar, I noticed that there is a model that goes by this ...
  A: it's not a stupid question at all man. The model of your guitar is actually RGT42DXFM the "TLF" at ...
repair/paint3/4/2007
  Q: I have a 2003 bc rich jr v body art collection guitar and I broke a piece of the v off and I wanted ...
  A: I would strongly suggest that you seek a qualified luthier to undertake such a job & not even think ...
guitar3/1/2007
  Q: Im 15 years old, and I am planning on learning to play guitar. I know, its kinda late, but I never ...
  A: the best guitar to learn on would be an acoustic. Seagull makes great guitars which are very ...
beefing up equipment2/24/2007
  Q: I received a Fender solid state head as a gift as a starting musician and still have it. My finances ...
  A: unfortunately, the short, & most honest answer to your question is no, there isn't anything you can ...
GIBSON SG2/23/2007
  Q: I HAVE RECENTLY PURCHASED A VERY NICE GISON AND WAS WONDERING ABOUT ITS AGE ETC FOR INSURANCE ...
  A: your guitar was made on the 281st day of 2004 in Kalamazoo. Here's how they break down their serial ...
string differences??2/19/2007
  Q: hey, is there any difference between electric guitar strings and accoustic ones?? if so will u tell ...
  A: Hey Kev, there's a big dif: Electric strings are usually nickel plated, & the G string is unwound, ...
Pickups vs. Guitar2/17/2007
  Q: I have a $600 Lite Ash Strat. I was wondering, if I were to put in Fenders Custom Shops best ...
  A: the pickups will make some difference, but the sound is mostly in the wood. If your guitar sounds ...
Some questions on gain usage2/17/2007
  Q: I'm in my mid 20's and have been playing guitar for probably 6 or 7 years, however I'm basically ...
  A: Hey Dusty, as a general rule, you can think of gain & volume like this: input gain is adjusting the ...
Mesa Boogie2/15/2007
  Q: I asked you about the overdrive sounds and the Marshall JCM 900. I forgot to mention in my ...
  A: OH YEAH MAN! Stick it in a closet full of clothes, mic it up, hook up a tube screamer & crank the ...
String vibrationa and overdrive2/15/2007
  Q: The string problem of the higher frets on the e-string is never there when the strings are brand ...
  A: about the string thing, I'm really not sure what to make of it. It is a strange phenomenon & I would ...
String vibrationa and overdrive2/14/2007
  Q: hey jason I've been enjoying my band immensely lately. Anyhow, despite my degree in music I have ...
  A: Hey Phil, first of all, it sounds like a setup problem on your guitar if it's limited to the 12th ...
what sort of guitar should i be looking for2/14/2007
  Q: hey dude, i just like connor are a big lover of metal music im going to be starting lesson at ...
  A: for a first guitar I'd actually suggest you buy an acoustic regardless of the style you like to ...
Tremolo arm tightning2/13/2007
  Q: I have tried these things but it still swings. It doesnt seem to be the arm but ring which holds it. ...
  A: it's probably the tube itself that needs replacing. (That's what I meant when I said sleeve) If you ...
strat or squire2/11/2007
  Q: how can i tell if my fender strat has a genuine strat body or a suire strat body? i believe the neck ...
  A: the only real way to be sure is by taking the neck off the guitar & looking for the stamp on the ...
Guitar amps2/11/2007
  Q: My name is Marc and I own a Epiphone Sheraton II, what can you say me about these guitar? I have ...
  A: the Sheraton is a great guitar. Hollow-body guitars are great for everything from Blues to Jazz to ...
Amp Gain2/10/2007
  Q: Yes, I do have an acoustic guitar and I thought I was fretting the notes hard enough. Obviously, I'm ...
  A: Hey Alex, unfortunately there are no real shortcuts. just keep practicing & you'll get it. How you ...
Amp Gain2/9/2007
  Q: I have a question about amp gain and volume levels. I have a Marshall 15 watt practice amp that I ...
  A: my suggestion is to practice the legato lines on an acoustic guitar. Once you can do it on an ...
pick-ups2/6/2007
  Q: I have had my Mexican Fender Jazz bass for almost 7 years now. I have made no modifications to it at ...
  A: Hey Matt, you can try rubbing a little CLR on it with a Q-Tip. It probably won't bring it back to ...
Ibanez Studio ST-70 electric guitar2/6/2007
  Q: how are you? I recently purchased a 1978 Ibanez ST-70 wich has very worn out frets and several ...
  A: I would suggest bringing the guitar in to have the frets changed. Most good luthiers will be able to ...
Tremolo arm tightning2/4/2007
  Q: I have a Jem 7 with a low pro trem. I have changed the bushes and tried tighting the screw at the ...
  A: If your trem is the push in type that has the two plastic bushings on it, the only thing you can do ...
Fender Squire "Clean" Problems1/18/2007
  Q: Hey Jason: My son has a Fender Squire guitar. Initially used a Fender 10W amp, but thought there ...
  A: the amp humming is totally normal, & so is the humming stopping when you put your finger on the ...
Guitar Amps1/16/2007
  Q: ?My son has a Fender Valve amp a Delux Tweed 40watt amp that he uses with his Electric Guitar. He ...
  A: I would actually recommend against buying an electro acoustic that has the same feel as the ...
Guitar Amps1/16/2007
  Q: My son has a Fender Valve amp a Delux Tweed 40watt amp that he uses with his Electric Guitar. He ...
  A: you can play an electro acoustic through a valve amp, you just have to watch your volume & settings ...
Alternative guitar sounds.1/14/2007
  Q: I was having trouble with pinch harmonics before, they seem pretty easy now though. sorry my ...
  A: Hey Jake, check out the e-bow, that should turn your crank a bit! It uses an electromagnetic field ...
Alternative guitar sounds.1/13/2007
  Q: my name is Jake Jones, I'm currently studying Music and Audio Technology at Buckinghamshire ...
  A: Hey Jake, I'll be happy to help you in any way I can, but I'm not sure I understand what you want to ...
Electric Guitars1/11/2007
  Q: Is there a name for a type of electric guitar that has two necks one under the other. This type of ...
  A: the guitar is a Gibson SG double neck & the guy you saw playing it was most likely Jimmy Page of Led ...
Guitar Strings12/10/2006
  Q: How high do you have to tune the strings before they break? One note, two notes? All six strings ...
  A: Hey Jalen, each string is different, but in general they can be tuned a few notes higher before they ...
Guitar Strings12/10/2006
  Q: Are electric guitar strings easier to break than accoustic guitar strings? because when I got my ...
  A: the strings will only break if they're tuned too high, or bent too far. Any string will break if ...
Installing a whammy bar12/8/2006
  Q: I am thinking about getting an Epiphone Explorer and I was wondering how much it would cost to have ...
  A: Hey Kyle, if you look around you can find a Gothic Epiphone Explorer that already has a Floyd Rose ...
old Gibson12/7/2006
  Q: i have currently bidded on a gibson on ebay. It is very old and was found in a loft and the owner ...
  A: if it doesn't have a serial number, I wouldn't bid on it any more. There are a LOT of fakes being ...
electric 12-string12/6/2006
  Q: Christmas is coming up and I want to ask for an electric 12-string guitar. I really don't know much ...
  A: Hey Cameron, I would actually advise against getting a 12 string electric unless you already have ...
Upgrading Guitar.11/30/2006
  Q: ) I've been playing guitar for about 3 years, and have used my Squier Strat Affinity for this time, ...
  A: you might not like my answer, but you've asked my opinion, so I have to be honest with you. My ...
trem systems11/25/2006
  Q: I have recently acquired an Ibanez RGTHRG2 for my birthday and I am pretty happy with it. The only ...
  A: Hey Matt, I think I got your question by mistake, but I'll answer it anyways. I don't think you'll ...
Want to Buy A Guitar...11/20/2006
  Q: Wow thats a nice setup you've got! Thx for the links, they were pretty good lookin amps. I have new ...
  A: I do Love my gear man! If you mean the lead/rhythm switch on the guitar, the lead/Rhythm toggle ...
Want to Buy A Guitar...11/19/2006
  Q: Thx man that Epiphone guitar is EXACTLY what i was looking for in every single way, THANK YOU. I ...
  A: Hey Dan, Epiphone have other amps as well, all of them great, & you can also check out Traynor amps. ...
Want to Buy A Guitar...11/18/2006
  Q: my name's Dan. My parents are half committed to getting me a guitar/amp for Christmas and I ...
  A: Hey Dan, Epiphone guitars are inexpensive & very high quality. They also make great tube amps. You ...
Gibson Guitar11/12/2006
  Q: I am looking at a Gibson Les Paul Custom, and I have some questions. According to the hardware it is ...
  A: the only real way to be sure is to check the serial number & to have it inspected by a professional. ...
Fixing up my Ibanez V11/11/2006
  Q: I bought an acoustic Ibanez V. It was only $200, and I am quite dissatisfied with it, except for ...
  A: Hey Derek, is it the acoustic sound you don't like, or how it sounds when it's plugged in? If it's ...
which guitar11/11/2006
  Q: I am thinking of buying a new guitar, and my choices consist of a 3 different les pauls, one being ...
  A: Hey Derek, you definitely can't compare Cort to Epiphone. My advice would be to go with the classic ...
Epiphone Les Paul Comparison11/6/2006
  Q: I was thinking of upgrading to a new guitar, and I am torn between these three: Epiphone Les Paul ...
  A: Hey Derek, I like the classic personally. I think open coil pickups sound a little tighter than one ...
which brand is best?11/6/2006
  Q: ok i am wanting to get an electric guitar, and i have been told that brands matter. what are the top ...
  A: Hey Erika, Ibanez guitars are great. The best guitars in my opinion would be: 1. Gibson 2. Godin 3. ...
stratocaster11/5/2006
  Q: could you tell me if a 60s reissue neck will simply bolt on a 50s reissue body i want the 50s ...
  A: Hey Dave, you shouldn't have any problems swapping the necks. Fender uses those metal back-plates on ...
Good sounding Guitar11/3/2006
  Q: well i think the guitar looks great and the price is "super" good .. but can you please explain to ...
  A: Hey FTB, if you're buying an electric guitar, then yes, you need an amplifier to be able to hear the ...
Good sounding Guitar11/2/2006
  Q: well i wanna buy a guitar to play songs from my fav' bands like metallica ac/dc gunz cream etc but ...
  A: Hey FTB, you can get that sound using any amp that has a clean & a dirty channel, & a chorus pedal ...
what kind of set up for this scenario?10/31/2006
  Q: Jason, thanks so much for the info. Sounds great. As far as pedals go... what do you suggest? ...
  A: Hey Bob, for the funky rhythm spank, get an MXR dynacomp, a cry baby wah for the "porno" funk ;0) & ...
what kind of set up for this scenario?10/30/2006
  Q: Jason, I am looking to purchase a guitar. My musical taste lies in the electronic dance music ...
  A: Hey Bob, an Epiphone setup would work good for you. I'd get an Epiphone Les Paul Custom Plus ...
The Right Guitar10/29/2006
  Q: Hey dude - was wondering if you can help. I play alot of metal but i cant find the right guitar. I ...
  A: Hey Conor, if you don't need a whammy bar, you can check out The Les Paul Studio, or the Les Paul ...
Tremolo units10/24/2006
  Q: Been playing a tele with a fixed bridge for several years, but fancy something with a whammy bar. I ...
  A: Hey JD, you can get a trem setter that will work on any standard 2 point pivot tremolo system ...
Auto wah or regular10/23/2006
  Q: I want to buy a wah pedal but I'm confused about whether I should get a auto-wah or a regular. ...
  A: Hey Pascal, I would suggest getting a regular wah. Even though it might be a little more work to get ...
Pick thickness10/23/2006
  Q: I would like to know what pick thickness is better to achieve speed when performing melodic lines, ...
  A: Hey Mike, I would say that the people you've talked to about speed are correct. There is no ...
Amp Upgrade/Thanks.10/20/2006
  Q: You answered some questions for myself and my daughter Meg back around September 10th & 11th. (Which ...
  A: the Bad Dog is a decent practice amp, I'd maybe just donate that to the school band & get your ...
which guitar10/18/2006
  Q: Hey, I'm looking into buying a new guitar. Basically I have around 600-750 dollars to spend, and I'm ...
  A: Hey David, I would suggest you go for the Gibson for a few reasons. The quality is always going to ...
question for my vintage bass10/14/2006
  Q: my neck was not realy straight so i brang it to a luthier and he told me that there was nothing to ...
  A: Hey Samuel, Are you sure that it's actually broken & not just missing the nut? You can have the ...
Strat Tremolo10/12/2006
  Q: Thanx Jason ! I have a follow up question involving the Fender Tremsetter. It's a floating tremolo ...
  A: although the adjustments you have made may have helped, my original answer is still my ...
Strat Tremolo10/11/2006
  Q: I have an American Strat purchased new in 2001. Recently I've been having problems with areas on the ...
  A: Hey Ed, it sounds like you need a neck adjustment.(Truss rod) I'd also have it checked for fret ...
Effects Placement10/9/2006
  Q: Yeah, i agree i only use the GT8 for the harmoniser if im doing some Vai thing. THe Gt8 looses to ...
  A: Hey Matt, the Pod was great, but it just didn't compare for me when I A/B'd it against pedals, so I ...
Effects Placement10/8/2006
  Q: I have a Marshall TSl100. Could you help with the following please? Im using A GT8 and seperate ...
  A: first, I would suggest losing the Boss multi pedal, & running stomp Boxes. No matter what you try, ...
motion sound10/7/2006
  Q: hey jason i am knocked out by the srv 212 rotary cabinet that motion sound has i called "john" ...
  A: Cool Dave! Thanks man! I will check 'em out some time soon, & I'll let you know what I think. The ...
fender bridge10/6/2006
  Q: thanks for the answer to my question about the vintage fender strat bridge the reason i was ...
  A: Hey Dave, no problems man! And thanks for turning me on to motion sound. I never heard of them ...
fender bridge10/5/2006
  Q: i have four stratocasters two with vintage bridges and two with the more modern bridge i want to ...
  A: Hey Dave, if you mean Vintage as in screwed to the guitar with six little screws, then no, you can't ...
locking nut9/28/2006
  Q: How can I lower the height of the locking nut on my guitar to lower the action?
  A: are you sure you need to lower the nut to adjust the action? Usually a proper neck adjustment in ...
Which Electric?9/24/2006
  Q: T'was very useful. I didn't fit one in the end as it was a bit too expensive, so i decided to save ...
  A: Hey Deb, I just played an Ibanez in the store the other day, & man, was it wicked! If I had the ...
Ibanez On a Budget9/13/2006
  Q: Hey Jason; I'm planning to buy a new Ibanez bass soon, but I've got a pretty limited budget - I can ...
  A: Hey Lisa, first of all, I would definitely recommend spending the extra $30.00 - $50.00 for either ...
Choosing the right Ibanez9/11/2006
  Q: Im looking to buy a new Ibanez with a budget of around £750, but can't decide which one to go for! ...
  A: Hey Jerome, any of Ibanez RG series come with a patented Floyd Rose system, so you'd be in good ...
Which Guitar for My Daughter9/11/2006
  Q: The guitar in question is for me. I have played the Joe Pass model at the music store, and compared ...
  A: Hey Meg, no problem man! The Joe Pass will be as durable as any acoustic guitar. They are definitely ...
Which Guitar for My Daughter9/11/2006
  Q: and the great advice. It sounds like the "Joe Pass" Epihpone would be a good choice. You mentioned ...
  A: Hey Dennis, the Emperor Regent is a hard core Jazzer's guitar. It's very similar to the ES-165 that ...
Which Guitar for My Daughter9/10/2006
  Q: My daughter has been playing guitar in her high school jazz band for the last few years. She is ...
  A: Hey Dennis, that guitar is a great choice for Blues, Jazz, CLassic Rock, 50s Rock N Roll etc. About ...
legend guitar9/5/2006
  Q: G'day Jason, I'm interested in buying an el cheapo electric guitar, I'm looking at the 2nd hand ...
  A: I'd say it's near impossible to find a guitar & an amp for under $200.00, but for a little more, you ...
Playing guitar with a violin bow9/5/2006
  Q: Greetings, I'm trying to invent a metal song playing my guitar with a bow, but it's hard since I ...
  A: Hey Michael, there's a couple of different things you can try. One of them is to tie a bandana ...
what kind of guitar9/3/2006
  Q: I would like to be able to get a guitar (electric) that can play ALL KINDS (mostly rock)of music ...
  A: Hey Kenny, I suggest that you try out a Gibson Les Paul Studio. It's right in your price range ...
guitar pickups8/30/2006
  Q: I have a 2003 b.c rich 2003 body art collection series guitar jr v with the standard pickups.My amp ...
  A: Hey Andrew, the pickup setup I gave you should be OK. For the rest of your sound, you'll want to ...
Fender stratocaster8/30/2006
  Q: Hey, I asked you a couple days ago about the worth of my guitar...well I found out more info...Its ...
  A: According to the serial number, your guitar was born anywhere from 1978-1981, which does qualify it ...
Fender Telecaster set screws8/29/2006
  Q: Jason, Can you tell me what size Allen wrench is needed to adjust the saddle bridges on a Fender ...
  A: Hey Don, I'm not sure of the size exactly on a Tele, but on my Gibson BluesHawk it's a 1.5 mm. I ...
guitar pickups8/29/2006
  Q: I' can't get the soud quality I want out of my guitar at first it sounded too muffled then my friend ...
  A: Hey Andrew, the type of distortion you're going to get is going to depend a great deal on the type ...

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