Guitar Gear Related Discussion - CIVIL discussion only

[nick911sc]

Decided to order a metal muff used from GC, seems to be what I'm looking for most atm.
I noticed you need an adapter to power it, (or batteries but lol @ that) do most pedals need an external power supply? Doesn't it get to be a bitch when you have like 6+ with all the chords and adapters etc.?

You can buy units that will power all your pedals. Cheap options are something like a godlyke powerall, or more expensive units are like voodoo labs pedal power

[Tillday]

Will definitely look into when I get more thanks.

Near future I plan to add a boss 7 band EQ, a wah, and down the line overdrive, gain, noise suppression.

[ctgblue]

You can buy units that will power all your pedals. Cheap options are something like a godlyke powerall, or more expensive units are like voodoo labs pedal power

I got the Artec Powerbrick, powers 8 pedals. 6 at dedicated 9V, 2 at variable from 6V to 12V (so you can run an older pedal at lower voltage for the 'dying battery tone' that can sound really cool), it's pedal sized and only $60
If you need an 18V, there's tons of jumper Y cables to combine 2 outputs

this seller was great, 2 of the little cables were shorting, so he tested 2 more and shot them to me ASAP
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[ctgblue]

Just got in my Engl Raider, really nice amp. Very high gain, not necessarily 'metal' without an EQ in the loop. But versatile and nice sound so far. Just got it, so need some time.

http://www.englamps.de/index.php?id=...iPhoneBypass=1

[soundcheck]

Brahs, do any of you use any mic preamps to record? I'm looking for a decent one under $200.

[nick911sc]

Brahs, do any of you use any mic preamps to record? I'm looking for a decent one under $200.

There are a lot of great choices. I have a focusrite Scarlett

[iTzDevo]

There are a lot of great choices. I have a focusrite Scarlett

I have this too, I think I got it on your recommendation. really like it, sounds like gold

[soundcheck]

Thanks guys, repping on recharge

[Highfiveghost]

Not sure what I want my next dirt pedal to be. I'm rocking a Fuzzrocious grey stache (muff) and Fuzzrocious dark driving (od). And a dwarfcraft great destroyer. Thinking about a rat clone, or something. I know Fuzzrocious makes one. Anyone have any ideas?

[ctgblue]

In the hunt for a 7 or 8 string, but don't want a baritone scale, so it may be just a 7.
Why not baritone, my upper six string tuning playability is my number one concern.

[BangBrahs]

I'm a beginner that wants to try some guitar. I have narrowed it down to these two. I know they are value packs, but I'm not trying to spend more than $250 for everything I need.

epiphone les paul:

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/guita...ar-player-pack

ibanez IJX2000:

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/guita...tar-value-pack

I like the ibanez better, but the epiphone is cheaper. Thoughts?

[iTzDevo]

^ go to a music store and play both of those guitars before you buy. never buy blind, one could look like a piece of chit but play better for you.

print out a page with the fingerings for some basic chords like D, A, and E. or just wank around on both of them. they could feel the same for a beginner, I can't remember, and in that case you should go with what you prefer

[sirmisc]

i was looking for this thread the other day. subbed.

[BangBrahs]

^ go to a music store and play both of those guitars before you buy. never buy blind, one could look like a piece of chit but play better for you.

print out a page with the fingerings for some basic chords like D, A, and E. or just wank around on both of them. they could feel the same for a beginner, I can't remember, and in that case you should go with what you prefer

Thanks for the advice man. GC has those Epi Les Paul's on sale tomorrow for $70 for just the guitar, so I may try to snag one.

[BangBrahs]

Also looking at this:

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/guita...lectric-guitar

[BangBrahs]

Also, what does "setting up" the guitar mean? If you buy a guitar new, is this already done, if not how much does it usually cost? As a beginner do I even need to worry about this?

[iTzDevo]

Also, what does "setting up" the guitar mean? If you buy a guitar new, is this already done, if not how much does it usually cost? As a beginner do I even need to worry about this?

http://users.powernet.co.uk/guitars/setuptut.htm

as a beginner I wouldn't worry about it unless your guitar becomes unplayable for reasons such as high action (distance between strings and fretboard), or your neck is noticeably warped. I wouldn't spend money setting up a guitar that cost less than $500, because it can cost upwards of $75 where I live.

[LithiumX]

Just got in my Engl Raider, really nice amp. Very high gain, not necessarily 'metal' without an EQ in the loop. But versatile and nice sound so far. Just got it, so need some time.



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Love ENGL man

[Tarck]

In the hunt for a 7 or 8 string, but don't want a baritone scale, so it may be just a 7.
Why not baritone, my upper six string tuning playability is my number one concern.

Have you ever checked out the Agile guitars that Rondo sells on their website? They're best known for their Les Paul copies (I have one, it's great), but they also do quite a few seven and eight strings. They have a great reputation for quality at an affordable price. It's a good way to test the waters with an extended range guitar without spending a ton of money or settling for a crappy instrument. Here's a good example -- they're asking $360:

http://www.rondomusic.com/intercepto...lackflame.html


They also have scratch and dent items from time to time, but they go fast because they're so dirt cheap. Just search their site for "b stock".

[iTzDevo]

someone in this or the other thread recently bought an Agile and really liked it. can't recall who, but that's two great reviews of a brand I'd never heard of

[Tarck]

Seriously, they are a phenomenal value. I can't wait to get one of their Jackson-style super strats.

[ctgblue]

Have you ever checked out the Agile guitars that Rondo sells on their website? They're best known for their Les Paul copies (I have one, it's great), but they also do quite a few seven and eight strings. They have a great reputation for quality at an affordable price. It's a good way to test the waters with an extended range guitar without spending a ton of money or settling for a crappy instrument. Here's a good example -- they're asking $360:

http://www.rondomusic.com/intercepto...lackflame.html

They also have scratch and dent items from time to time, but they go fast because they're so dirt cheap. Just search their site for "b stock".

yes, but I can get a used RG7321 Ibby for $200 and an RGA7 for under $300

If I'm going to spend $300 or so, it's an ESP LTD SC-337 or Ibby RGA7 or ARZ307

I looked at the Douglas Grendel 725, but their quality is hit or miss.
I want a hardtail. The Agile Septor 725 is $315

Wish I could afford a Pendulum 72527 though

[iTzDevo]

god damn that green in the middle is sexy

[Tarck]

Brahs, do any of you use any mic preamps to record? I'm looking for a decent one under $200.

Any reason you're looking at mic preamps instead of a dedicated guitar direct box? Are you looking to use it for vocals, too?

[ctgblue]

Bought one of these Ministar Castar guitars for travel.
25.5 scale, the bars come off and the case is a long rectangle that can fit in an airplane overhead bin behind the other bags

[ctgblue]

The Seven
Ibanez RGA7, used at GC for $300 otd

[Tarck]

The Seven
Ibanez RGA7, used at GC for $300 otd

Is it yours now? Happy NGD.

[iTzDevo]

Is it yours now? Happy NGD.

happy NGD. that's a sweet pick up for 300, congrats

[ctgblue]

Is it yours now? Happy NGD.

Yes, it's hanging on my wall.

I have been there several times looking at them, but this was still on the top row in the back of the used section. I was already marked down, and the manager and I have worked together a lot, so he cut me a hell of a deal.

It is as clean as the new RG7421 they have for sale. And it just FEELS better. Arched top, active pickups, etc.. just a nicer guitar for about $50 more than a used RG7321. BTW, the RG7321's are all over GC used for $199 + ship + tax.

[MA5Bergey]

Have you ever checked out the Agile guitars that Rondo sells on their website? They're best known for their Les Paul copies (I have one, it's great), but they also do quite a few seven and eight strings. They have a great reputation for quality at an affordable price. It's a good way to test the waters with an extended range guitar without spending a ton of money or settling for a crappy instrument. Here's a good example -- they're asking $360:

http://www.rondomusic.com/intercepto...lackflame.html


They also have scratch and dent items from time to time, but they go fast because they're so dirt cheap. Just search their site for "b stock".

I don't own any of Agile's 7-stringers, but I do own a mid-range LP clone (Dauntless) and couldn't be happier for the money. The sustain isn't tremendous, but aside from that, you're not going to find many guitars that are better for the price. It plays as well as similar Gibsons/Epis for a much higher price.

I've heard good things about the 7 string guitars they put out though. I have a few songs by a guitarist named Keith Merrow on my iPod, and he has some videos of his playing on 7-string and 8-string Agiles from a few years back.