AboutH-Bomb Expertise I'm the BS-artist's dream. I'm self-taught, and my technical understanding of musical theory is limited. However in many cases if I hear it and my A.D.D. isn't in overdrive I can figure it out. I relate more to classic artists like Angus Young, Keith Richards & Tony Iommi, but have figured out some of the tricks of the trade used by more modern players as well. I know anything you'd ever want to know about Gibson SG's & Flying V's, and am one of the few cats you'll find here in South Carolina who doesn't worship all things "Skynyrd". Always willing to go out of my way to help budding young players, and most of my students have been disenfranchised youth and females...being kind of the aging punk-rock/hard-rock guru I've taken many folks under my wing who might not have otherwise had the confidence. It's a pleasure to see someone succeed with things I've passed on to them. So try me, I might be able to help! I'm NOT one who knows a ton about vintage guitar values, dating or specs unless it's a Gibson SG, so if you have questions regarding other models of guitars you might want to ask someone else.
Experience I've played bass, guitar, drums, lap steel & tinkered with several other instruments for over a decade. I've unfortunately not found my 'way' yet and remain a semi-pro, but have had enough experience to write a book.
Education/Credentials School of Rock, baby!
Past/Present Clients I currently provide rock guitar lessons to students ranging from 7 years of age to 24 years, and am the de facto gear tech for my band and some other musicians when they let their equipment go. Want a no-nonsense, everyman's answer to help you along? I'll do my best!
Question I've got an 80's Strat (serial no:E 324319 - the one with just one tone control, and the input jack on the front)
It's needing a good overhaul but I'm having great difficulty finding out anything about it, let alone getting new off-set saddles and screws etc.
Can anyone please help?
Thanks, Ian.
Answer Strats aren't my forte so I can't really be of too much help in that department other than I would recommend that you visit the Fender.com forums and post your question there (along with some photos for reference). I'll bet they'll have you up and going in no time!
