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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Jose Ramirez Estudio Guitar 1970 | 12/10/2011 |
| 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 & Melodies | 11/29/2011 |
| 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 Skills | 10/10/2011 |
| 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 Value | 9/21/2011 |
| 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 Value | 9/20/2011 |
| 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/value | 9/14/2011 |
| 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 Difficult | 7/7/2011 |
| 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 Lines | 7/7/2011 |
| 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 Speed | 6/10/2011 |
| 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 Information | 5/29/2011 |
| 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 Gibson | 5/20/2011 |
| 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 DLS450CS | 5/17/2011 |
| 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 DLS450CS | 5/17/2011 |
| 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 telecaster | 4/14/2011 |
| 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 writing | 4/2/2011 |
| 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-440164 | 3/11/2011 |
| 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 Humingbiord | 3/7/2011 |
| 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 string | 2/23/2011 |
| 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 guitars | 2/3/2011 |
| 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 guitar | 1/28/2011 |
| 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 Paul | 12/24/2010 |
| 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 guidance | 12/22/2010 |
| 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 string | 11/26/2010 |
| 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 Bass | 11/24/2010 |
| 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 Guitar | 11/20/2010 |
| 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 55RCE | 10/29/2010 |
| 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 riffs | 9/20/2010 |
| 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-18P | 9/14/2010 |
| 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 Modes | 9/12/2010 |
| 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 Regent | 9/2/2010 |
| 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 Numbers | 8/31/2010 |
| 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 value | 8/20/2010 |
| 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 Eagle | 8/5/2010 |
| 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 Eagle | 8/3/2010 |
| 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 strings | 7/5/2010 |
| 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 Value | 5/17/2010 |
| 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-6 | 4/28/2010 |
| 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 info | 4/25/2010 |
| 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 value | 4/23/2010 |
| 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-330 | 4/17/2010 |
| 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 Picking | 3/17/2010 |
| 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 value | 3/15/2010 |
| 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-63 | 3/13/2010 |
| 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 guiar | 2/25/2010 |
| 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 Beginners | 2/24/2010 |
| 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 Guitar | 2/16/2010 |
| 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 Model | 2/11/2010 |
| 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 ... | |
| Martin | 1/25/2010 |
| 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 gibson | 1/14/2010 |
| 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 mr710f | 1/6/2010 |
| 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 mr710f | 1/6/2010 |
| 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 Guitar | 12/30/2009 |
| 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 guitar | 12/30/2009 |
| 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 Strap | 12/25/2009 |
| 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 Amp | 12/25/2009 |
| 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 Ramirez | 12/16/2009 |
| 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 PAUL | 12/5/2009 |
| 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 France | 11/27/2009 |
| 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 Guitar | 11/24/2009 |
| 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 guitar | 11/20/2009 |
| 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 affect | 11/7/2009 |
| 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 Guitar | 11/3/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Hohner | 10/28/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Decal | 10/28/2009 |
| 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 question | 10/27/2009 |
| 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 string | 10/21/2009 |
| 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 notes | 10/7/2009 |
| 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 Scales | 10/6/2009 |
| 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 Scales | 10/5/2009 |
| 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 Guitar | 10/3/2009 |
| 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 Solos | 10/2/2009 |
| 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 Series | 9/30/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| theory | 9/26/2009 |
| 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 maria | 9/26/2009 |
| 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 E | 9/17/2009 |
| 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 electric | 9/12/2009 |
| 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 question | 9/7/2009 |
| 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 0018 | 8/19/2009 |
| 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 Edition | 8/18/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Dobro | 8/17/2009 |
| 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 Guitar | 8/12/2009 |
| 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 answer | 8/12/2009 |
| 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 chords | 8/8/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| Epiphone | 8/5/2009 |
| 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 system | 8/2/2009 |
| 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 guitar | 7/25/2009 |
| 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 guitar | 7/18/2009 |
| 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 guitar | 7/13/2009 |
| 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 Value | 7/9/2009 |
| 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 Appraisal | 7/2/2009 |
| 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 Bass | 6/4/2009 |
| 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 Bass | 6/2/2009 |
| 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 Concert | 5/17/2009 |
| 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 guitar | 5/16/2009 |
| 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-18 | 5/14/2009 |
| 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 Guitar | 5/13/2009 |
| 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 guitar | 5/12/2009 |
| 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' guitar | 5/4/2009 |
| 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 boogie | 4/19/2009 |
| 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 value | 4/4/2009 |
| 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. ... | |
| dobro | 3/27/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| dobro | 3/26/2009 |
| 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 guitars | 3/26/2009 |
| 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 13 | 3/19/2009 |
| 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 Input | 3/6/2009 |
| 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 guitar | 2/20/2009 |
| 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 G212NT | 2/1/2009 |
| 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? followup | 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-- 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 GUITAR | 1/26/2009 |
| 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 Guitar | 1/13/2009 |
| 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 ... | |
| question | 1/5/2009 |
| 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 band | 12/31/2008 |
| 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 money | 12/30/2008 |
| 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 Guitar | 12/25/2008 |
| 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 guitars | 12/18/2008 |
| 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 hand | 12/14/2008 |
| 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 ... | |
| music | 12/3/2008 |
| 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 guitar | 12/2/2008 |
| 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 guitar | 11/12/2008 |
| 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 guitar | 11/9/2008 |
| 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 Guitar | 10/23/2008 |
| 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 max | 10/8/2008 |
| 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 ... | |
| tablature | 10/7/2008 |
| 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 fingers | 10/6/2008 |
| 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 skill | 9/17/2008 |
| 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: ... | |
| notes | 9/15/2008 |
| 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 guitar | 9/2/2008 |
| 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 guitar | 9/2/2008 |
| 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 question | 8/30/2008 |
| 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 question | 8/30/2008 |
| 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 Guitar | 8/26/2008 |
| 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 soloing | 8/14/2008 |
| 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 soloing | 8/13/2008 |
| 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' Guitar | 8/12/2008 |
| 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 - 17 | 8/10/2008 |
| 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 replacement | 8/3/2008 |
| 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 replacement | 8/3/2008 |
| 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 guitar | 8/1/2008 |
| 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. ... | |
| Guitar | 7/31/2008 |
| 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 1961 | 7/29/2008 |
| 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 guitar | 7/28/2008 |
| 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 Martin | 7/25/2008 |
| 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 theory | 7/24/2008 |
| 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 tunings | 7/18/2008 |
| 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 beginner | 7/9/2008 |
| 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 Duoilan | 7/5/2008 |
| 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 chorus | 6/29/2008 |
| 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 Guitar | 6/28/2008 |
| 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 20 | 6/25/2008 |
| 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 Appraisal | 6/24/2008 |
| 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 tune | 6/23/2008 |
| 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 harmony | 6/23/2008 |
| 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 Jr | 6/20/2008 |
| 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 Appraisal | 6/19/2008 |
| 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 arpeggios | 6/12/2008 |
| 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 Guitar | 6/11/2008 |
| 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 guitar | 6/9/2008 |
| 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 guitar | 5/30/2008 |
| 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 Guitar | 5/21/2008 |
| 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 Guitar | 5/21/2008 |
| 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 jack | 5/18/2008 |
| 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 arpeggio | 5/15/2008 |
| 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 Mystery | 5/7/2008 |
| 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 chord | 5/7/2008 |
| 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 acoustic | 5/5/2008 |
| 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 Guitar | 5/3/2008 |
| 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 Guitar | 5/3/2008 |
| 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 guitar | 5/3/2008 |
| 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 Guitar | 5/3/2008 |
| 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 Step | 5/2/2008 |
| 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 SG | 4/30/2008 |
| 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 SG | 4/30/2008 |
| 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 Guitar | 4/29/2008 |
| 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 guitar | 4/2/2008 |
| 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 guitar | 3/25/2008 |
| 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 guitars | 3/24/2008 |
| 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 Guitar | 3/11/2008 |
| 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 guitar | 3/9/2008 |
| 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 guitar | 3/8/2008 |
| 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 size | 2/21/2008 |
| 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 ... | |
| D14N | 2/19/2008 |
| 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-42 | 2/17/2008 |
| 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 mariachi | 2/13/2008 |
| 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 ... | |
| Harmonics | 2/10/2008 |
| 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 door | 2/1/2008 |
| 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 guitar | 1/28/2008 |
| 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 |
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Lynne May
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Any question relating to guitar playing: scales, chords, music theory, arpeggios, soloing, chord progressions, key signatures, buying a guitar, guitar tabs, writing guitar music, musical styles including rock, blues and classical. I can no longer answer questions as to the value of a guitar. Please do not flag your question as "Private", as this prevents other readers from benefiting. I will no longer answer "private" questions.
Experience
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
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Bachelor of Arts, Master of Arts
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