Guitar - General/Questions Answered by Expert Lynne May

SubjectDate Asked
Jose Ramirez Estudio Guitar 197012/10/2011
  Q: I have a Jose Ramirez classical studio guitar 1970 that I inherited. It has the blue and white ...
  A: Christy-- These guitars are difficult to identify. I recommend that you go to: ...
Shredding, Solos & Melodies11/29/2011
  Q: I've been playing guitar for a couple of years now but i'm still struggling on a couple of things. ...
  A: Steve-- It is difficult to give you specific advise without actually hearing you play. Here are ...
Beginning Guitar Playing--Resources?10/16/2011
  Q: I recently bought a Yamaha classical style guitar and have not gotten much beyond tuning it so far. ...
  A: Geoff-- Welcome to the world of guitar! There are a lot of good instructional courses available, ...
How Can I Develop Impprovisation Skills10/10/2011
  Q: A while back, I asked you about chords, etc b/c I was self teaching myself on how to play the ...
  A: Wo-- Of course you and your friend could just play together a song that you both know the chords ...
How Old is My Abeline Guitar?10/6/2011
  Q: i just got this old abilene acoustic i have never seen a acoustic with a bolt on neck. kinda cool it ...
  A: Spencer-- There is no reliable source that I know of to identify the date of manufacture of these ...
Martin 00-17 1948 Value9/21/2011
  Q: .. I have a Martin guitar, model 00-17 which was built in 1948. Can you help me with the value of ...
  A: Paul-- It is difficult to advise you because normally any modifications or repairs will diminish ...
Martin 00-17 1948 Value9/20/2011
  Q: .. I have a Martin guitar, model 00-17 which was built in 1948. Can you help me with the value of ...
  A: Paul-- This would be the second version of the 00-17. Here is the pricing info: 1946-1949 ...
ryoji matsuoka guitars/value9/14/2011
  Q: I have an older Ryoji Matsuoka classical guitar that we bought in the 1970's. I no longer play it & ...
  A: Barbara-- The Blue Book does not list separate prices for these guitars; Here is the general info: ...
Which scales should I learn for Improvising on the Guitar?8/16/2011
  Q: First of all, congratulations on your generous assistance. I'm a Chilean guitarist. Recently, I ...
  A: Mauricio-- Your English is fine! I am wondering what kind of music you want to play. Different ...
Large Hands Make Playing Guitar Difficult7/7/2011
  Q: I'm an adult fulfilling a long time dream to learn to play acoustic guitar. My large hands, and big ...
  A: Patrick-- I know it can be frustrating at first, but remember that THOUSANDS of men play guitar and ...
Tricky Bass Lines7/7/2011
  Q: I am a pretty new bassist but I like to challenge myself with harder bass lines now and then. How ...
  A: M-- Don't hesitate to use accurate tabs to learn songs. It is extremely helpful to find out what ...
What is my Hammer worth?6/25/2011
  Q: I noticed you answered a question about hammers so i figured maybe you could help me. If you don't ...
  A: Jake-- All of the Slammer models are listed as "Slammer Centaura" in the Blue Book. All models were ...
Playing Guitar Chords--Finger Speed6/10/2011
  Q: I've been trying to play along with songs with my acoustic guitar, but I find that my fingers aren't ...
  A: Serena-- This is very often the first challenge of playing songs on the guitar. Fortunately, almost ...
Stella Guitar Information5/29/2011
  Q: I recently received from a relative a Stella guitar.It is a hollowbody type accoustic guitar. It ...
  A: Cathy-- The Blue Book does not give pricing information for these guitars. Here is the extent of ...
Quoting a Gibson5/20/2011
  Q: I was recently given a Gibson Epiphone from a relative and I was wondering if you would possibly be ...
  A: Lucas-- Sorry, but we will need to know the model number. There is no way to trace the guitar from ...
Can you help me value a Samick DLS450CS5/17/2011
  Q: Lynne-- I recently bought a Samick Artists Series DLS450CS in beautiful shape, and was ...
  A: Rob-- I found the LS450 in the Blue Book, but not the DLS450. The difference is that the LS is a ...
Can you help me value a Samick DLS450CS5/17/2011
  Q: Lynne-- I recently bought a Samick Artists Series DLS450CS in beautiful shape, and was ...
  A: Rob-- There are numerous different models in the Artist Series. If the number you provided is a ...
Should I Trade Epi Casino for Mexican Strat?4/29/2011
  Q: I don't know,if this is the right place to ask but here goes. I have an Epi casino for trade and ...
  A: Wil-- As I said before, the sound that you prefer is up to you. BUT--if the King of The Blues chose ...
Should I Trade Epi Casino for Mexican Strat?4/29/2011
  Q: I don't know,if this is the right place to ask but here goes. I have an Epi casino for trade and ...
  A: Wil-- Monetarily speaking, it would depend on the year and model of the Epiphone. The pricing ...
1968 telecaster4/14/2011
  Q: I was wondering what my 1968 pro refin (Lake Placid Blue nitrocell finish)alder body Telecaster with ...
  A: Antonello-- Blue Book prices are based on ORIGINAL condition guitars. The refinishing and re ...
Modes in song writing4/2/2011
  Q: Ok I'm a little confused on the concept of modes as it applies to the fret board. Suppose I am ...
  A: Steven-- In the case that you mention, you would be playing and F# Dorian Scale. You can get a free ...
Martin M-36, 1983 guitar, excellent condition, SN-4401643/11/2011
  Q: I just received this guitar yesterday. It's a 150 yr anniversary guitar but not one of the 150 ...
  A: Chris-- The Blue Book info: M-35/M-36 - grand auditorium 0000 body style, solid Sitka spruce top, ...
Bently Model 5113 Humingbiord3/7/2011
  Q: Interested in the acoustic guitar described as a Bently Model 5113 Hummingbird acoustic guitar. The ...
  A: Benny-- The Blue Book says only this: "Instruments previously manufactured in Asia between circa ...
1968 Martin 12 string2/23/2011
  Q: I have a 1968 (234 713) Martin 12 string. I have been researching it, but have found very little ...
  A: Brian-- Here is what the Blue Book says: D12-20 12-STRING - 12-string configuration, dreadnought ...
Ryoji Matsuika guitars2/3/2011
  Q: I have an old Ryoji Matsuoka guitar that I can no longer play. I'd like to sell it but do not know ...
  A: Barb-- These guitars are not priced in the Blue Book. Here is the contact information: 1455 19th ...
Buying my first new guitar1/28/2011
  Q: I am looking to buy a new guitar, and have never bought one before. Right now I have a Carlo Robelli ...
  A: Ethan-- Buying a guitar is such a personal choice. I know of one guitar that I recommend for its ...
Determining age/Value of a Samick Les Paul12/24/2010
  Q: I am selling my Samick Les Paul with the serial# of S5056685 on Ebay. I don't know what the age is ...
  A: Dan-- Most Samick serial numbers indicate the year of manufacture in the last two digits of the ...
guitar buying guidance12/22/2010
  Q: i am just a beginner to guitar and want to buy a nice guitar. I can't choose from a vast variety of ...
  A: Sapna-- Choosing the right guitar for you depends on a number of factors. You will find a ...
How Do You Sing and Play Guitar at the Same Time?11/27/2010
  Q: Do you have any tips on how to play the guitar and sing at the same time? I just took up guitar as ...
  A: West-- Singing and playing at the same time is a skill that you have to practice, just as you have ...
history on a Madeira Guild 12 string11/26/2010
  Q: I own a Guild/Madeira 12 string.The serial number is 870604. It is the only one that I've ever seen ...
  A: Robert-- Madeira is actually a separate brand that was built by Guild. Here is what the Blue Book ...
Basics Of Bass11/24/2010
  Q: I'm a beginner with bass guitar. I just want to play easy rock or pop-rock style songs with my ...
  A: Metin-- You could start out by visiting our Absolutely Free Bass Lessons site at: ...
value of Guild Guitar11/20/2010
  Q: I have a 1953 Guild G212 Ser. # 110390, which I purchased new and have played since 1953. Strictly ...
  A: Lanny-- From all of the information I could gather, the G212 was manufactured from 1972-1989. The ...
Classical guitar--Codoba 55RCE10/29/2010
  Q: Can you tell me whatever you can about this guitar "Codoba 55RCE old stock." I am looking to ...
  A: Justin-- Here is the general info for the 55R: 55R - classical style, European spruce top, Indian ...
B.C. Rich Eagle Guitar serial number...10/21/2010
  Q: Hope you can help me find out the year of my eagle by the serail number. It's pearl red w/rosewood ...
  A: Kelly-- The only information I could find indicates that B.C. Rich guitars have 5 digit serial ...
Soloing over chords, licks, and riffs9/20/2010
  Q: How do you solo over chords, or licks, or riffs. Cause I know my scales, I know most of my chords, ...
  A: Thomas-- The scale that you use for solos is dependent on what key the song or section of a song is ...
1931 Martin OM-18P9/14/2010
  Q: I own a 1931 OM 18P Martin Tenor Guitar. My Father had it made for him by Martin. It has 15 frets ...
  A: Randy-- Here is some info for you-- OM-18P Plectrum - similar to the 0M-18, except in ...
How Can I Get a Good Metal sound from my amp?9/14/2010
  Q: OK first and foremost i will say this may be confusing so im going to try to clarify my problem for ...
  A: Brandon-- This is a difficult question to answer because there are so many variables, but I will ...
Guitar Modes9/12/2010
  Q: I'm trying to learn modes, and I already know the Major Scale(Ionian) but it's the other modes I'm ...
  A: Thomas-- Yes, modal scales CAN be a bit confusing. Fortunately, May Music Studio has provided ...
Epiphone PR 650-12 and Emporor Regent9/2/2010
  Q: I was needing to find the value on two Epihone Guitars. 1st. Lable inside reads "Epiphone by ...
  A: Sean-- Clean the guitars with a micro cloth and a good guitar polish such as Martin Guitar ...
Oscar Schmidt Guitar Serial Numbers8/31/2010
  Q: We bought my son an older used guitar. His music teacher at school loves the sound. We just want to ...
  A: Kelly-- You can determine the year of manufacture by looking at your serial number. The first two ...
Gibson L6-S age and value8/20/2010
  Q: My buddy has a beautiful Maple L6-S and I'm having a real hard time nailing down what year it was ...
  A: AJ-- The serial number indicates that your guitar was made at the Kalamazoo or Nashville Plant , ...
Present value of my 1977 B C Rich Eagle8/5/2010
  Q: Just wondering what my 1977 BC Rich eagle is worth. No body modifications or routes,neck pickup is a ...
  A: Timbo-- The serial number indicates that your guitar was the 215th one made in 1977. The Blue Book ...
Present value of my 1977 B C Rich Eagle8/3/2010
  Q: Just wondering what my 1977 BC Rich eagle is worth. No body modifications or routes,neck pickup is a ...
  A: Timbo-- According to the Blue Book, there was one model made that year with active electronics. ...
Best acoustic guitar strings7/5/2010
  Q: Acoustic guitar sounds.... heavy, light, bright etc? I want a boomier but bright sound.... i am a ...
  A: biplab-- There are basically two variable to consider: 1) The gauge of the strings In general, ...
Vantage VN220 Guitar Value5/17/2010
  Q: I own a Vantage acoustic guitar.Model #VN220 Serial #80121348 Would you know when it was made or ...
  A: Jim-- The Blue Book does not list this model. Here is the Blue Book info for Vantage Guitars: ...
Aria AC-64/28/2010
  Q: My niece loaned me her older Aria AC-6 for my beginning guitar class. I like it and would like to ...
  A: Jackie-- This model was manufactured in the 1980's. The Blue Book does not list this model. The ...
Ryoji Matsouka Guitar info4/25/2010
  Q: The label does not have a model No. nor serial No. What it does have is ANO N0> 20 JAPON as the ...
  A: Colin-- Here is the Blue Book information about the Ryoji Matsuoka guitars: "Instruments currently ...
1943 Gibson guitar value4/23/2010
  Q: I have an old Gibson guitar that was my fathers. I have the original receipt for its purchase, ...
  A: Jane-- The serial number would be either on a label inside the guitar or stamped (in or decal) on ...
Takamine Acoustic EGS-3304/17/2010
  Q: Hey Lynne, I'm very intersted in an EGS-330 (takamine.com, go to g series then dreadnoughts to find ...
  A: Collin-- It sound like your have checked the guitar out pretty thoroughly. The guitar was ...
Is Learning Guitar Easier Than Learning Piano?4/10/2010
  Q: i've nvr played an instrument, took some piano classes when i was little, i am 35 now. ..i don't ...
  A: Pan-- There are certainly many people who have successfully taught themselves to play guitar. On ...
Alternate VS Directional Guitar Picking3/17/2010
  Q: I have been playing guitar for the past 7 years.Started at age 10. Didn't take it up so seriously ...
  A: Abhimanyu-- You can use whatever picking technique that you find is best for you. In my opinion, ...
Kramer Nightswan guitar value3/15/2010
  Q: I have a 1989 Kramer Nightswan electric guitar with the reverse headstock, floyd rose locking ...
  A: Eric-- Sorry to say that the Nightswan is not listed in the Blue Book and I have no idea why. I was ...
Choosing songs to play in guitar...3/15/2010
  Q: I'd love to get a little help from you. Actually, I'm kind of beginner to guitar playing. I can play ...
  A: Abhi-- Here are some suggestions for you. Each of these songs has only a few chords and should be ...
Segovia SJ-633/13/2010
  Q: I want to know if you can help me with a guitar I bought, I have never heard of this Segovia SJ-63. ...
  A: Tom-- The Blue Book does not list Segovia models separately. This is the only information that the ...
Epiphone guiar2/25/2010
  Q: I have an old Epiphone acoustic, model PR-650-ASB with serial number 15257. How old is this guitar? ...
  A: Chris-- These guitars were made from 1980-mid 80's. Here is the Blue Book general info: (The "ASB" ...
Guitar Lessons for Beginners2/24/2010
  Q: What should i play im a begginer
  A: Tom-- I would recommend that you try to master a few of the early basic skills before trying to ...
Crown Guitar2/16/2010
  Q: I have a Crown city import guitar its a model#FW-620 and I would like to know more about it. I ...
  A: David-- Here is the Blue Book info on Crown Guitars: "Instruments previously produced in Japan ...
Segovia Model2/11/2010
  Q: I saw a post by you on this website from last year saying that "The Segovia model was not offered in ...
  A: Mark-- The comment that you refer to did not come from me, but from a response to one of my ...
Martin1/25/2010
  Q: A friend of mine has a four-string Martin, made around 1964. It's a small body and the coloring ...
  A: Bernard-- The only small tenor guitars made by Martin during that time period were: 0-15T Tenor. - ...
1977 custom les paul gibson1/14/2010
  Q: This guitar is sunburst & has ivory inlays and gold keys. It is in excellent condition and in ...
  A: Marlania Here is the Blue Book general info: LES PAUL CUSTOM 1969 REISSUE (LPC-) - similar to ...
Ibanez aw10ce vs Cort mr710f1/6/2010
  Q: I am contemplating between the Ibanez aw10ce and Cort mr710f. Which would you think is a better ...
  A: Nancy-- I think that I would look at the Ibanez carefully if that is possible and make sure that it ...
Ibanez aw10ce vs Cort mr710f1/6/2010
  Q: I am contemplating between the Ibanez aw10ce and Cort mr710f. Which would you think is a better ...
  A: Nancy-- You don't mention the prices you are considering. I think that the Ibanez is a bit pricier, ...
What is an E5 Chord?1/4/2010
  Q: I play the acoustic guitar and I was learning to play a particular song. It was on guitartutee.com ...
  A: Isobel-- The "E5" designation is for an "E" power chord. The X79900 tells you which frets to play ...
New Treasure ! Harmony Guitar12/30/2009
  Q: I recently purchased a guitar at an antiques/crafts store for $38.00. It's a beautiful Harmony ...
  A: Bobby-- The number is most likely a serial number. Unfortunately, Harmony serial numbers do not ...
C-46 arch top Vega guitar12/30/2009
  Q: I have a C-46 arch top Vega guitar with a shaded finish. It has no cracks, I have the original case ...
  A: Wendy-- The Blue Book does not list the C Series models separately. This series was manufacture ...
Attaching a Guitar Strap12/25/2009
  Q: I recently purchased a guitar strap, and i already own a guitar. I was attatching the strap to my ...
  A: Typically, a strap comes with a fastening cord if it is meant to be tied to the neck. If your strap ...
Using a Vox AC4TVH as a Pre Amp12/25/2009
  Q: hey i have a peavey transtube supream head and i also have a VOX AC4TVH head with a matching cab. I ...
  A: Zane-- I am not an expert on combining amp heads, but I think it would be OK to use the Vox as a ...
1981 Ramirez12/16/2009
  Q: I have a 1981 Ramirez, Estudio series guitar. Two questions. 1) I measure the scale to be 655mm (27 ...
  A: Tim-- The Studio series guitars all are built to a 650mm string length. As far as the 6th string ...
What Age to Learn Guitar?12/13/2009
  Q: I have an interest in learning to play the Guitar, and I was wondering what age would be a good ...
  A: Shu Hui-- I think that 12 is a perfect age to learn to play the guitar! Your previous musical ...
2001 LES PAUL12/5/2009
  Q: I BOUGHT THIS LES PAUL IN VEGAS @ PAWN SHOP I THOUGHT WAS UNDER PRICED, ANYWAY I CANT INDENTIFY THE ...
  A: Ben-- I left off the DW and did a search for the serial number 03101446. which indicates that your ...
Using English Amplifiers in France11/27/2009
  Q: i was wondering if you had a solution to my problem. Im having quite an annoying problem, whenever ...
  A: Charlie-- As you know,France has 220-volt 50-hertz electrical service. The current alternates at 50 ...
Dean Dimebonics ML Guitar11/24/2009
  Q: where is dean dimebonics ml guitar made?
  A: raj-- All Dean guitars are currently produced in Fla, Korea, Japan, or China. The best way to find ...
Prairie state guitar11/20/2009
  Q: My guitar has Prairie on top of the neck, The lady I bought it from told me her husband had it for ...
  A: Rudy-- The Blue Book does not give prices for these guitars. Here is the information that is ...
leslie affect11/7/2009
  Q: I am trying to learn a song on the guitar. While I was reading the piece I came across something ...
  A: Duane-- The Leslie was a speaker system used extensively in the 1970's on Hammond Organs. It ...
National Guitar11/3/2009
  Q: I have a similar question to one posted.National name on the head with a wooden body.Who is it mfg ...
  A: Shawn-- I am sorry to say that I can't tell anything about the guitar with the info given. A model ...
Hohner10/28/2009
  Q: Wondered what you can find out about a Hohner HW720 s-n acoustic guitar ? I have not played since ...
  A: Bill-- If you are thinking of buying this guitar, be sure to check out the neck thoroughly. It is ...
Decal10/28/2009
  Q: I have owned 2 Hohner BBass IV strings the last 10 years and in a $$ bind I placed the oldest on ...
  A: Steven-- I could find no sources on the internet. The best thing to do would be to contact the ...
guitar question10/27/2009
  Q: I volunteer at a retirement home and last night a sweet lady I would have never guessed played ...
  A: Allen-- I also could find no information on this specific model. Is there any identification on the ...
Aria A-626 Twelve string10/21/2009
  Q: Im trying to find any information about this 12 string guitar. Aria, model: A-626, sn:351 but with ...
  A: Mikael-- This model is not listed in the Blue Book, nor could I find any info on the internet. None ...
How do I improve my guitar playing ??10/16/2009
  Q: I have been playing electric guitar for over a year. I've learnt chords,scales,picking techniques ...
  A: Charles-- I really cannot give you specific advice because I have no idea where your skill level is ...
Could Guitar Stands be Better Constructed?10/8/2009
  Q: My name is Will Hart.I am in the Engineering Design and Development class at Glencoe High School in ...
  A: Will-- I certainly support your research. In my opinion, the way that guitar stands are currently ...
Should I Play Guitar Right Handed or Left Handed?10/7/2009
  Q: I took guitar about 16 months a go, what an experience, so far it has been fun and rewarding, ...
  A: JJ-- I am totally confused. Are you now playing a left handed guitar? If not, I don't understand ...
guitar notes10/7/2009
  Q: I'm new to playing the guitar and I'm not really sure how to explain my problem, but if the guitar ...
  A: Liz-- When you see the note "Middle C" written, play the note that is on your 5th string, 3rd ...
Major and minor Pentatonic Scales10/6/2009
  Q: My name is Evan and I'm a self taught guitarist and I'm just learning about music theory and how ...
  A: Evan-- Yes, you can use patterns to stay in the same key and start on any fret. The best thing to ...
Major and minor Pentatonic Scales10/5/2009
  Q: My name is Evan and I'm a self taught guitarist and I'm just learning about music theory and how ...
  A: Evan-- Let's see if I can make this a little easier for you. I think you are asking how to ...
Valencia Guitar10/3/2009
  Q: my wife bought this old acoustic guitar at a yard sale, its pretty rough looking and there is no ...
  A: Cory-- Valencia guitars are not listed in the Blue Book nor could I find any information about ...
Good Guitar Solos10/2/2009
  Q: Ive been playing guitar for about 1 year and Im mostly into 70s and 80s rock like Queen, The Who, ...
  A: Gabriel-- First of all, the solos in "Sweet Child" sound a lot harder that they are. Here are some ...
Warlock Body Art Series9/30/2009
  Q: Looking to buy a used Warlock. Neck plate is stamped B.C. Rich, and also says Limited Edition.Number ...
  A: John-- This guitar is part of the "Body Art" series. The Body Art Collection is a limited edition ...
theory9/26/2009
  Q: i have been recently working on the modes of the guitar lydian, mixolydian..e.t.c however when i ...
  A: Arthur-- Modal scales CAN be a bit confusing. Sounds like you are confused about the application of ...
fender electric acoustic santa maria9/26/2009
  Q: i would like to know how much it is worth? serial no;D89051409
  A: Tracy-- The Blue Book does not show an acoustic electric Santa Maria--only acoustic. Are the ...
Gibson J 160 E9/17/2009
  Q: I have a 1954 Gibson J 160 E guitar that is in good to excellent shape. The serial number begins ...
  A: Rueben-- The probable reason for interest in the model is that it is the same model that John ...
Where Can I Learn MusicTheory?9/17/2009
  Q: I have been playing by ear for about 8-9 years, but I do not know the first thing about musical ...
  A: William-- Congratulations on your very wise decision to learn music theory! You will never regret ...
acoustic, bass and electric9/12/2009
  Q: Lynne, what exactly are the differences between a Bass, Electric and Acoustic guitar?
  A: Robert-- A Bass guitar has 4 strings which are tuned one octave lower than the bottom 4 strings on ...
Trying to choose a guitar :]9/10/2009
  Q: I could use some help deciding what kind of guitar to get/look at ive pretty much never played ...
  A: Jason-- For the type of music that you like, you need a guitar with active pickups and a nice fat ...
Guitar learning question9/7/2009
  Q: About three months ago I started learning to play electric guitar by myself. I have been looking ...
  A: Juan-- I think I can help you! Please visit these two pages: ...
1970 Martin 00188/19/2009
  Q: I was wondering if you could help me I am trying to find out around how much my guitar is worth, the ...
  A: Trisha-- I am assuming that you have a Martin 0018. The serial number comes up as 1970. Here is ...
Hohner HG-310 Limited Edition8/18/2009
  Q: Would you perhaps have an old BlueBook around that lists this guitar? Mine which are 1990's-2000's ...
  A: Larry-- Sorry, my Blue Books do not list it either. I did find a couple of reviews which stated ...
Dobro8/17/2009
  Q: When my dad died he left me his steel guitar. The brand name is Dobro. I know it is at least 58 to ...
  A: Vivian-- I'm sorry but without more information, I have no way of researching the guitar. You will ...
Martin Guitar Worth?8/13/2009
  Q: I have two Martin Guitar's and am inquiring about their worth? The first one states Martin & Co, ...
  A: Peggy-- The First Guitar: The first number is the model number. The second is the serial ...
Hohner FV Devil Guitar8/12/2009
  Q: My question is I recently came upon a Hohner FV Devil essentially a Gibson V copy. It plays like ...
  A: Ken-- The Blue Book does not mention this guitar. I was, however, able to find a few mentions of it ...
Please answer me please answer8/12/2009
  Q: I just wanted to know how to read guitar tabs cause some of them are complicated and i cant know the ...
  A: Mado-- I think we can help you on both counts: 1. Please visit ...
Roots of guitar chords8/8/2009
  Q: I don't know if you can help me. But I play bass guitar. And am wondering if you can give me roots ...
  A: Thomas-- The Root of the Chord is the NAME of the chord--in other words, the root of a "G" (major ...
Epiphone8/5/2009
  Q: I also inherited an Epiphone model #pr-650-12-asb and the serial # is 15427 Its in great shape and ...
  A: Bart-- The serial number comes up as "unrecognized". Here is the Blue Book general info: ...
pentatonic rock system8/2/2009
  Q: I have a guitar instruction manual, but I am stuck on a problem regarding the pentatonic rock ...
  A: Michael-- I sympathize with you in your confusion! That explanation is not the clearest and I don't ...
value of guitar7/25/2009
  Q: I was given this guitar from a uncle. It is a nylon string classical, a blue round label inside ...
  A: Troy-- The label you described was used from 1957 to the present on the "Studio" line of guitars, ...
different kinds of playing the guitar7/18/2009
  Q: I'd just like to know about the different ways of playing the guitar? I know there's strumming, ...
  A: It looks like you covered a lot of the styles. Let's see if I can copme up with a few more-- Slack ...
Buying a new guitar7/13/2009
  Q: I've been playing guitar sporadically for about 6 years. I'm currently considering buying a second ...
  A: Anna-- I think that the Melody Maker might be a great choice for you. It is light weight and the ...
Vintage Martin Guitar Value7/9/2009
  Q: I have a 1961 Martin 0-18 (serial 176889) that I purchased new in 1962. Its only flaw is what ...
  A: Frederick-- Here are the Blue Book values: 1960-1969 Excellent $2,250 - 2,750 Average $1,500 - ...
Guitar Appraisal7/2/2009
  Q: Since I don't have access to a good blue book for acoustics, I was wondering if you could look ...
  A: Sean-- Here is the Blue Book Pricing Info: Excellent $500 - 575 Average $300 - 350 It looks ...
About Precision and Jazz Bass6/4/2009
  Q: I will be a bass player.I'm so close to buy a bass guitar.But I've some questions.I listen hard rock ...
  A: Goker-- It is, of course, a matter of personal preference, but I simply like the sound of the P ...
About Precision and Jazz Bass6/2/2009
  Q: I will be a bass player.I'm so close to buy a bass guitar.But I've some questions.I listen hard rock ...
  A: Goker-- If those are the only two basses you will consider, then I definitely recommend the ...
Sears Roebuck Guitar S1217 Grand Concert5/17/2009
  Q: I am hoping that you my be able to assist me. I am inquiring about a Sears Roebuck s1217 acoustic ...
  A: Charles-- There is not a lot of information about this guitar. The Blue Book does not list them. ...
ramirez guitar5/16/2009
  Q: I saw that you have answered a question regarding a ramirez guitar and you say that it is E-series ...
  A: Naomi-- These guitars are difficult to pin down. The best I can do without more information is to ...
value of original Martin D-185/14/2009
  Q: I have a 1950 Martin D-18 which at one time before I bought it in the sixties had been electrified ...
  A: Larry- The Blue Book values of these guitars are based on ORIGINAL condition--without alterations ...
Aria AC25 Concert Classical Guitar5/13/2009
  Q: I was wondering what info you could give me on the Aria AC25 Concert Classical Guitar. I am knew to ...
  A: Justin-- Here is the Blue Book general info about the Aria Concert Classic Series: Instruments are ...
buying a classical guitar5/12/2009
  Q: I'm a middle aged lady learning the steel string guitar, but I want to learn to play a classical ...
  A: Camille-- I had a look at the EG 128 SC. It looks like a very nice guitar. I like the cutaway ...
Old 'playtime' guitar5/4/2009
  Q: I have an old Playtime guitar that belonged to my Great Uncle who died in the mid-forties. Do you ...
  A: Brian-- Here is the Blue Book general info about Playtime Guitars: "Guitars previously produced in ...
running effects on a rectifier mesa boogie4/19/2009
  Q: actually, running the loop makes the soound a little bad if u compare with plugging dry without ...
  A: Jean Luc-- The problem with the sound when you run the loop before the amp distortion is that all ...
Washburn value4/4/2009
  Q: I have a Washburn limited edtion acoustic/electric guitar model DM2000QCETS Millenium one of only ...
  A: Michael-- This model is not listed in the Blue Book. I did find a discussion including the prices ...
how old is my gibson?4/1/2009
  Q: how old is my j-50 gibson serial number 6952 2 ??
  A: Chad-- The serial number indicates that your guitar was made at the Kalamazoo Plant, USA in 1964. ...
dobro3/27/2009
  Q: my husband has a duolin by dobro with a Hawaiian scene on it. the #'s on the neck are 8 701 7d and ...
  A: Evelyn I found this listing in the Blue Book--the only one I could find which mentions a green ...
dobro3/26/2009
  Q: my husband has a duolin by dobro with a Hawaiian scene on it. the #'s on the neck are 8 701 7d and ...
  A: Evelyn-- After much research, I have determined that the guitar was probably manufactured in 1987. ...
global guitars3/26/2009
  Q: ok i have an old guitar its a global and its a (knock off) of a gibson humming bird its kind of ...
  A: Eddie-- There is VERY little information about these guitars. It seems that they were made in the ...
Hijos Vicente Tatay S.R.C No 133/19/2009
  Q: I have a guitar identical to the one you found on the Bonhams Auction (Lot No 258) would you have ...
  A: Allan-- Sorry, the only pics I have seen are on the Bonhams site: ...
Guitar Amp Input3/6/2009
  Q: My guitar chord broke inside of the input in my amp. The tip of the chord is stuck inside the input. ...
  A: Shawn-- It's hard to answer without being able to see the situation, but maybe if you unplug the ...
Ideas.2/21/2009
  Q: I'm struggling to generate soloing ideas.How am I gonna be musicians.Sigh.
  A: Tarrence-- I have just the thing for you--Absolutely Free Soloing Lessons! Please visit ...
1981 Jose Ramirez classical guitar2/20/2009
  Q: I hope you can help me with the following two questions: 1) How should I care for my 1981 Jose ...
  A: Jane-- It is nice to hear from someone with a genuine Jose Ramirez. As far as re-stringing, I ...
Value of Guild G212NT2/1/2009
  Q: I have a beautiful Guild 12 string model G212NT sn 113433 that I would say is in near perfect ...
  A: Rick-- Here is the Blue Book General info on your guitar: G-212 12-STRING Add to Collection - ...
What is my guitar worth? followup2/1/2009
  Q: I have a Martin O-18k. On the neck block is only the number 64. There is no serial number that I ...
  A: Terry-- Maybe a letter to Martin. I found the S. Cal. Music Company, but they don't sell guitars ...
What is my guitar worth?2/1/2009
  Q: I have a Martin O-18k. On the neck block is only the number 64. There is no serial number that I ...
  A: Terry-- The Blue Book pricing for the O-18-K is a s follows: Excellent $3,000 - 4,000 Average ...
MARTIN GUITAR1/26/2009
  Q: I Have a O-17 Martin that I bought in the early 1960's serial # 79632 It was re-finished to correct ...
  A: Phil-- The serial number indicates a late 1941 manufacture date. I can help you with the ...
Tatay Guitar1/13/2009
  Q: I was wondering if you know anything about Vincente Tatay classical guitars. I bought this old Tatay ...
  A: Allan-- The Blue Book does not list these guitars. I was able to find information, however. This ...
question1/5/2009
  Q: I'm a beginner at guitar, I've been playing a little over a year. I'm hopefully going to be ...
  A: Katy-- Bar chords are not that difficult and you can get free lessons at: ...
sign the band12/31/2008
  Q: it was very helpful. I'm reading something which is connected with music, and sometimes I have ...
  A: Luke-- 1. Yes, you understand correctly. It costs a lot to record and produce and album and the ...
demo money12/30/2008
  Q: It's not a question about guitar. I'm just reading something and I don't get what the guy is trying ...
  A: Luke-- I would say that the A&R guy got the $ to pay for the studio time and then came to the ...
Maton Guitar12/25/2008
  Q: I was given a Maton EM225C guitar as a Christmas present this year and it sounds a little flat to ...
  A: Merry Christmas, John! I guess you must have been a good boy--nice guitar! I love the finish. I am ...
Ovation Guitars/Help choosing guitars12/18/2008
  Q: I have been looking around for a decent acoustic or acoustic/electric guitar. I am a total beginner ...
  A: Davy-- I think that you have excellent taste! As for originality, you couldn't do better than ...
Left hand12/14/2008
  Q: Can you please help me with something? Whenever I want to play arpeggios or sweep pick, my right ...
  A: Alvin-- Your metronome should be your best friend! Here are some things that might help: 1. Got to ...
music12/3/2008
  Q: A B major triad is made of which notes? IN HARMONIC TUNING, YOU USE _______TONES OF THE STRINGS TO ...
  A: Harriet-- Sounds like a home work question but ok here you go: B major triad: B D# F# The answer ...
hyostar guitar12/2/2008
  Q: My mom has an old Hyostar acoustic guitar and we are tying to find the value of it. On the inside of ...
  A: Alice-- These guitars were made in Japan in the early to mid '70's. There is no listing for them in ...
Help!!11/25/2008
  Q: desperately trying to learn and train as much as possible BUT! I am Swedish and all of the sites= ...
  A: Ludde-- I was able to find a really good FREE translator. You can find it here: ...
buying a guitar11/12/2008
  Q: I have a guitar student who is looking for a new electric guitar. He asked me if G&L guitars make a ...
  A: Charlie-- G & L make several semi-hollow body guitars. You can find complete descriptions of their ...
regal guitar11/9/2008
  Q: I recently acquired a regal guitar. I am having a problem finding any information about it. It ...
  A: Travis-- A bit of info about Regal guitars: "Emil Wulschner was a retailer and wholesaler in ...
Ryoji Matsuoka M13 or 18 Classical Guitar10/23/2008
  Q: We own this lovely guitar and have little or no success in finding out any information regarding it ...
  A: Carolyne-- The Blue Book says this about Matsuoka guitars: "Instruments currently produced in ...
4 chords max10/8/2008
  Q: I'VE BEEN PLAYING GUITAR FOR A GOOD FEW YEARS BUT CAN ONLY MANAGE TO CHANGE TO 3 OR 4 CHORDS NO ...
  A: Robert-- Try these: As Tears Go By - The Rolling Stones Folsom Prison Blues - Johnny Cash Your ...
tablature10/7/2008
  Q: I HAVE JUST RECENTLY HEARD A PEICE OF MUSIC ITS CALLED CAROLINA RUA BY PHIL COULTER ON HIS ALBUM ...
  A: Robert-- I think that it is a song by Mary Black. Carolina Rua (the Crooked Road) appears on Mary ...
locking fingers10/6/2008
  Q: I am trying to learn how to do scales, but I have small hands and my figers lock sometimes and are ...
  A: Helen-- It must be your lucky day! I just happen to have two pages FULL of great scale exercises ...
Having trouble progressing my guitar skill9/17/2008
  Q: I'm 20, and I've been playing acoustic guitar for a little under two years. I asked for an acoustic ...
  A: Patrick-- I might have just the thing for you--Absolutely FREE Guitar Lessons. If you go to: ...
notes9/15/2008
  Q: What is the half size looking quarter note above any note regardless of it's value and what does it ...
  A: Bret-- If you are talking about the small notes that are directly to the left of and above other ...
Segovia guitar9/2/2008
  Q: I've recently acquired a classical guitar that has Segovia written on the head but the label is ...
  A: Vern-- I really could find no further information about Segovia guitars. I tend to think that it ...
Segovia guitar9/2/2008
  Q: I've recently acquired a classical guitar that has Segovia written on the head but the label is ...
  A: Vern-- Segovia guitars were previously produced in Korea and China and distributed by the L.A. ...
price question8/30/2008
  Q: i wanted to know the price of a Gibson Les Paul Classic SN-9 1965. ANSWER: Hi, Christopher-- I ...
  A: Christopher-- Sorry I have looked and looked and there is no Les Paul Classic that was manufactured ...
price question8/30/2008
  Q: i wanted to know the price of a Gibson Les Paul Classic SN-9 1965.
  A: Christopher-- I cannot find any listing in the Blue Book for a Les Paul Classic that was available ...
Value of Kurosawa Classical Guitar8/26/2008
  Q: My question is similar to Michael's. It is a Julian C-120, made by Kurosawa, in 1973. I got it 30 ...
  A: Jack-- This is a tough one. I found a website that had a Kurosawa for sale and some pictures--but ...
Which combo Amp?8/18/2008
  Q: I recently purchased a Fender Standard Stratocaster made in Mexico and have been playing guitar for ...
  A: George-- Yes, I think that the blemished item would be OK. Most of the time you can't even see the ...
Which combo Amp?8/18/2008
  Q: I recently purchased a Fender Standard Stratocaster made in Mexico and have been playing guitar for ...
  A: George-- Definitely the Line 6. Their combo amps are very impressive. The amp will not come with a ...
Tips for soloing8/14/2008
  Q: I am not really a lead player. Mainly cause when i was learning i was always intimidated by it. In ...
  A: Conor-- I must admit that I am a little confused by your question. So I will start at the beginning ...
Tips for soloing8/13/2008
  Q: I am not really a lead player. Mainly cause when i was learning i was always intimidated by it. In ...
  A: Conor-- It has been my experience that the best way to learn soloing is to SOLO! What I mean is ...
Value of Jose Ramirez 'Segovia' Guitar8/12/2008
  Q: My brother has a small collection of guitars, one of which is a beautiful instrument with a label ...
  A: David-- This is a tough one. Jose Ramirez guitars -- The R Series feature guitars ranging in price ...
Vintage Martin 2 1/2 - 178/10/2008
  Q: Aloha Lynne, Just received my Martin back from being partly restored. It was built probably ...
  A: Leslie-- Here is what the Blue Book says: "Any Martin guitar made before 1898 almost has to be ...
Choosing my first guitar.8/7/2008
  Q: Hey, I'm 15 and I've found an interest for starting to learn to play guitar. I was wondering what ...
  A: Marcus-- The choice between acoustic and electric is really a matter what kind of music you will be ...
battery replacement8/3/2008
  Q: dude help i have a fender squire p bass problem,when i plug my bass in the sound output is very low ...
  A: Matt-- Check the input jack and see if it is loose. If it has come loose--they often do--then ...
battery replacement8/3/2008
  Q: dude help i have a fender squire p bass problem,when i plug my bass in the sound output is very low ...
  A: Matt- Dude--I am not a dude.... OK--YES, the battery is most definitely the problem. Open the ...
picking out a guitar8/1/2008
  Q: hey Lynne! umm i wanted to know your recommendations on an awesome but affordable acoustic guitar ...
  A: Victoria-- I did some looking and some pricing and I came up with a couple of good guitars for you. ...
Guitar7/31/2008
  Q: Like Danielle, I also have a guitar with the name Sears across the headstock. At the moment, I ...
  A: Pam-- Unfortunately, except for certain models (DanElectro) the guitars distributed by Sears are ...
Gibson Les Paul Custom 19617/29/2008
  Q: I have searched everywhere to find out how much a black 1961 les paul custom is worth the serial ...
  A: Mike-- I am assuming that your guitar has the traditional Les Paul Body style. This guitar, known ...
harlin bros multi-kord guitar7/28/2008
  Q: I was woundering how much a 1949 harlin bros 16 string multi-kord steel guitar would sell for
  A: Jessie-- These guitars are not listed in the Blue Book and I could find NO information about ...
1950 D-18 Martin7/25/2008
  Q: Got a pretty rough (cosmetically) 1950 D-18. Luthier (local ) says it needs a new bridge ( lifting ...
  A: Bruce-- As great as it is to have a 50's Martin, the sad truth is that it is only valuable to ...
Music theory7/24/2008
  Q: I have a descent understanding of music and how it pieces together but what i thought would be a ...
  A: Conor-- One example that comes immediately to mind is "We're All Alone" by Boz Scaggs. It is a ...
guitar tunings7/18/2008
  Q: iv got guitar pro and i am trying to play a metal song my problem is that it wants me to tune down 2 ...
  A: Richard-- If in fact you are supposed to tune the guitar down 2 whole steps, then the notes you ...
I'm a beginner7/9/2008
  Q: I actually have a couple of questions. 1) I've watched videos on how to play harmonics but I can't ...
  A: James- I would love to help you! So let us begin-- 1. Yes, harmonics can be frustrating. I wish I ...
Chrome Dobro by Duoilan7/5/2008
  Q: I have an Hawaiian Steel Duolian made by Dobro (not Gibson) and I would like to know the year it ...
  A: Rich-- The serial number indicates that the guitar was made in 1977 and was the 84th guitar made ...
chords for chorus6/29/2008
  Q: You kindly gave the arpeggio,its great.In [a]major could you put the chords to 1st 2 lines of the ...
  A: Brian-- I cannot write the chords to your chorus 1)Because the chords have to go with the ...
Electric Castilla Guitar6/28/2008
  Q: I have an electric guitar from the brand Castilla, it is white-ish sort of yellow and looks similar ...
  A: Kevin-- I did considerable research and most of what I found was a LOT of people looking for ...
Ryoji Matsuoka model 206/25/2008
  Q: I also have a Ryoji Matsuoka mod. 20, same as Sherrilyn. Why no serial numbers? Mine doesnt have one ...
  A: Glen-- I have no idea why there are no serial numbers. When I got your question, I looked again and ...
1959 Fender Telecaster Appraisal6/24/2008
  Q: I was wondering what my 1959 yellow Telecaster with rosewood neck? It is all origianl with tweed ...
  A: Ed-- Here is the good news from the Blue Book: 1959 Mint $25,000 Exc.+ $19,000 Exc. $14,000 ...
Playing the guitar to a tune6/23/2008
  Q: Hope you're doing good. I sing and songwrite and I just picked up guitar a few months ago. I have ...
  A: Gary-- I think that now is the time for you to add more "tools" of the craft (art) of songwriting. ...
old harmony6/23/2008
  Q: Hy, the other day at a garage sale I picked up an "old" acoustic guitar for $2. On the headstock it ...
  A: Corn Likker-- Your guitar was made for Sears by the Harmony Guitar Co. before WWII. The "S-34" ...
Fender Blues Jr6/20/2008
  Q: hey lynne, what do you think about the blues jr amp? Have you played it. Wanting to trade from my ...
  A: Hector-- Actually I HAVE played through the Blues Jr. One of my students has one. I really liked ...
1970s Gibson SG Appraisal6/19/2008
  Q: I was wondering what my 1970s Cherry Gibson SG was worth. It has been slightly modified with coil ...
  A: Ed-- Here is the Blue Book info for your guitar. The replacing of the humbuckers with coil tapped ...
Guitar amp with bass cab?6/14/2008
  Q: I have a boss GT-8 effects processor box that I run through the effects loop of a Peavey triplexxx ...
  A: Jason-- My Guess is that the amp is not powerful enough for the 15" speaker. Bass amps with that ...
Regarding arpeggios6/12/2008
  Q: I never really looked into playing arpeggios much. I know what they are (essentially broken up ...
  A: Conor! How are you? I happen to have a page on my website which addresses all of the issues you ...
Value of Ryoji Matsuoka Classical Guitar6/11/2008
  Q: hopefully you can find out some more info for me. I have a Ryoui Matsouka Classical Guitar Model ...
  A: Sherrilyn-- I found this info in the Blue Book: "Instruments currently produced in Japan since the ...
needing a new guitar6/9/2008
  Q: I didn't know much when i bought my first guitar, Indiana Strato style IS-400. what a piece of junk. ...
  A: Cody- I am so sorry that you got burned on the guitar. Unfortunately, there ARE those guitar makers ...
Aspiring guitar player.6/8/2008
  Q: I recently picked up one of my friend's guitars at his house, and just started plucking away, ...
  A: Andrew-- You sound like a very musical guy! I know that you will not regret your decision to ...
Real Fender Stratocaster?6/4/2008
  Q: I just bought a used guitar for $250, and I was going to see if you think this is a real Strat. the ...
  A: Patrick-- I think that if you like the guitar and you enjoy playing it, then the price was good. ...
sears guitar5/30/2008
  Q: I was wondering if you knew the value of a guitar. It is an acoustic guitar with the word SEARS ...
  A: Danielle- This is somewhat confusing because Sears Guitars usually bore the brand "Silvertone". ...
what kind of guitar should i get?5/24/2008
  Q: I am learning how to play the guitar and I am thinking about buying a Fender stratocaster.The type ...
  A: Bennett-- Welcome to the world of guitar! I am glad you are carefully considering your choice of ...
Value of 1973 Garcia Classical Guitar5/21/2008
  Q: If you can't give me some idea of value can you PLEASE direct to someone who can. I bought my 1973 ...
  A: I know--ALL of those guitars said the same thing and all had the stickers indicating the type of ...
Value of 1973 Garcia Classical Guitar5/21/2008
  Q: If you can't give me some idea of value can you PLEASE direct to someone who can. I bought my 1973 ...
  A: Michael-- Interesting case! The Blue Book does not list Garcia Guitars. That said, I did ...
somthing stuck in my input jack5/18/2008
  Q: i got a fuse stuck in my input jack and the peace that holds the cord in is holding the fuse in how ...
  A: Joe-- HMMM That's a new one! I assume it is in there far enough that you can't grab it with ...
requested arpeggio5/15/2008
  Q: I should have said that an arpeggio in the key of [a major] as this is the key used in these ...
  A: Is this what you had in mind? If not, please explain more fully-- Picking pattern: root ...
Guitar Manufacturer is a Mystery5/7/2008
  Q: I have a guitar from my husband's Aunt and I'm trying to find out the manufacturer. There is a ...
  A: This guitar is a "Harmony" guitar which was distributed by Sears and Roebuck. The logo is the Sears ...
B add 11 chord5/7/2008
  Q: the first song I ever learned on guitar has a chord in the book which says B (11), and is tabbed: ...
  A: Sean-- A "ninth" chord MUST have a seventh. In fact ANY "extended" chord inherently includes a ...
National acoustic5/5/2008
  Q: Afew years ago I was given an acoustic guitar. It says "National" on the head and can not find any ...
  A: I could not find ANY evidence that National ever made a guitar that was not a resonator. If there ...
Epiphone Guitar5/3/2008
  Q: I inheirited an older Epiphone. SN96297, PK-650 ASB Kalamzoo Mich. I was wondering what it is worth ...
  A: Greg-- This is the info that I was able to find-- September 1965 Production Number: 6297 ...
Epiphone Guitar5/3/2008
  Q: I inheirited an older Epiphone. SN96297, PK-650 ASB Kalamzoo Mich. I was wondering what it is worth ...
  A: Greg, The Kalamazoo label means that the guitar was made between 1958 and 1969. The serial number ...
Value Advice Danelectro U1 1958 Pink guitar5/3/2008
  Q: I am trying to help my mom figure the value of her perfect condition (in the original case) 1958 ...
  A: Margaret, "U" SERIES - single cutaway Masonite body with vinyl edging, one or two pickups three ...
Martin Guitar5/3/2008
  Q: I asked about a Martin Flat top O-18 119179 it was made in 1951 it was refinished plays and ...
  A: Sorry--I was thinking I had responded to this part of your question. The Blue Book says: ...
Tuning Down 1 whole Step5/2/2008
  Q: Assuming Tuning Down 1 Whole Step from standard is DACFAd; I have a Quick Tune tuner. It doesn't ...
  A: Scott-- Try this: Play your 4th string open and tune your 6th string to that note (one octave ...
1980 SG4/30/2008
  Q: This Gibson SG is now a banana yellow. Used to be white. Serial Number 82330594. It's in very good ...
  A: Ivan-- Now that I see the guitar on the joetheguitarman site, I understand the banana yellow! I ...
1980 SG4/30/2008
  Q: This Gibson SG is now a banana yellow. Used to be white. Serial Number 82330594. It's in very good ...
  A: Ivan-- Your guitar was made at the Nashville Plant, TN, USA August 21st, 1980 Production Number: 94 ...
Martin Guitar4/29/2008
  Q: I have a Martin flat top serial numbers are O-18 119-179 It has been refinished I would like ...
  A: The answer to your question about what year it was made should be fairly easy to find, given the ...
Guitar Chucking?4/19/2008
  Q: I've been trying to find information on chucking. I've figured out how to chuck when using a barre ...
  A: Kevin-- "Chucking" or Palm Muting can be done when you play an open chord by muting the strings ...
Guitar amp and learning by ear.4/14/2008
  Q: Two questions - Hope you dont mind. FirstI'm looking to buying a new amp. I don't have a budget ...
  A: Two questions is fine--20 would be fine! OK--about the amp. You can go to this page on my site for ...
Epiphone guitar4/2/2008
  Q: I have found in an attic Epipone Norlin Model # FT-150 Serial #560419 in a hard guitar case. ...
  A: Roz-- It looks like these guitar are selling for $250.00 to $500.00. If you like the sound of it, ...
Regarding the tuning of a guitar3/25/2008
  Q: Why arent the B and G strings on a guitar not a fourth apart like the rest of the strings??? Is ...
  A: Conor! My best instinct is that the g and b strings are tuned that way because if the perfect 4th ...
goya guitars3/24/2008
  Q: Have mod. # N-26 ser.#333107. Can you tell me anything about etc.
  A: This model was made in Sweden in the late 1960's--probably 1967. Here is a link to what I think is ...
Goya Guitar3/11/2008
  Q: I have a Goya Model 130 Serial # 3943108 Made in Sweden, is it worth anything. It's about 30 years ...
  A: Linda-- I could not find the model 130 and the serial number was also strange because the serial ...
Ibanez guitar3/9/2008
  Q: I have an Ibanez guitar I got a while ago. How do I tell what make/model it is. All I found on the ...
  A: Hamilton-- The new information helps a little bit. Here is what I found: Korea C - Cort P - ...
Ibanez guitar3/8/2008
  Q: I have an Ibanez guitar I got a while ago. How do I tell what make/model it is. All I found on the ...
  A: The Blue Book Of Electric guitars mentions no "W" series and all of the serial numbers followed by ...
hand size2/21/2008
  Q: I am looking to buy a good practice guitar to learn classical guitar. I am wondering if classical ...
  A: Cheryl-- In general, there are full-sized guitars and then some smaller ones like 3/4 size. For an ...
D14N2/19/2008
  Q: My boyfriend has a D14N washburn acoustic guitar that recently broke during moving...I planned on ...
  A: Karri-- Sorry to hear his guitar got broken. Sometimes a guitar becomes like an old friend, so it's ...
Martin OM-422/17/2008
  Q: A few years back I bought a Martin OM-42 in the first edition of a run of Quilted Maple guitars. ...
  A: Anton-- I went straight to the Martin Company and found some interesting information. Here is the ...
Soloing?2/14/2008
  Q: I've recently become interested in soloing but I can't seem to get the hang of it. I've been told to ...
  A: Sorry this took me so long. I always answer promptly but did not receive an email about this ...
Grupo Liberacion - Con mariachi2/13/2008
  Q: Im wondering if u can tell me the tabs for Grupo Liberacion - Con mariachi plz
  A: Felix-- I could not find the tabs for this song so I was going to download the song and write the ...
kids toy?2/12/2008
  Q: I have an old 3/4 size acoustic Conrad guitar in my closet, can't remember where I got it, or why, ...
  A: Cindy, Should you give a guitar to your 4 year old grandson? DEFINITELY! Should you give him THIS ...
Harmonics2/10/2008
  Q: Just a question about harmonics. I have heard the word in many different contexts. I play the guitar ...
  A: Emma, I apologize for taking a day to answer this. When I read your question, I realized that I had ...
Music..2/1/2008
  Q: just wondering, if there is a B minor pentatonic scale in the keys of C major and A minor? Could I ...
  A: Sarah-- 1. The pentatonic minor scales which can be used in the key of C Major are "C" (if the ...
knocking on heavens door2/1/2008
  Q: i cant seem to get the strumming pattern for knocking on heavens door(bob dylan) right. could you ...
  A: Poorna! You did not mention which version you are wanting to play--Guns 'n Roses, Bob Dylan, or ...
learning guitar1/28/2008
  Q: In your opinion,Is Squire a Good Guitar?
  A: Kevin-- A Fender Squire is an ADEQUATE guitar for a beginner. Of course, one of the best things ...
Music..1/25/2008
  Q: I have a few more guitar questions.. If I am playing the chords in the key of A minor, could I play ...
  A: Remember that "scale" and "key" mean exactly the same thing. Also, it is important to note that the ...
Music..1/24/2008
  Q: I have a music theory question. Just wondering, would I play a B power chord in the key of A minor ...
  A: Sarah! Power chords are a bit tricky because they are NEITHER MAJOR NOR MINOR. The note (the third ...
Westwood guitar1/17/2008
  Q: Got a guitar.Well made,looks like they took some TLC on it.can't find any info on it's history. ...
  A: Bradley-- I am afraid I can't be of much help. I found 3 URL's which mentioned Westwood Guitars. ...
guild guitar12/30/2007
  Q: I have a burgundy guild guitar. It has no serial number or identification number on it. For us, this ...
  A: Michelle! With no identification number and no picture, I was limited in the amount of research I ...
How do I solo like Kirk hammett12/26/2007
  Q: Ive been playing for 2 years almost and I know basic chords ABCDEFG Minor,Major and some others, ...
  A: Steve! First, let me say that you are on the right track just by having a specific goal and taking ...
feedback12/17/2007
  Q: i have a gibson les paul and a marshall JCM 2000 AMP, The problem is, i like to play with a clean ...
  A: stanleypaul! First of all, congrats for your excellent taste in guitars! In my opinion, there is ...

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I have played guitar for 30 years. Fifteen years of that time I spent traveling nationwide as a performer. I have owned and operated May Music Studio in Washington state for the last 20 years. I also teach piano and drums. Recently I have started a website which provides absolutely free music lessons: http://www.may-studio-music-lessons.com

Publications
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Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts

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