[Hobby] Guitar

[Kerm]

Not sure whether to make a separate thread or not, but this is guitar land.

Thinking of getting an electric to go with my acoustics. First things first I'm no Jimi.

So it doesn't have to have every feature, price limit will most likely be around ?200.

I have an Ibanez acoustic which I like, so figured it was safe to look at them.

Any suggestions? I don't like the Axe style, V style, etc.

1 Quite like the look of this;

2 This one might be too much;

3 Love the look here;

4 And here;

I don't know the difference between the types of pickups or what guitars will make which feel of sound. Advice or suggestions would be appreciated. Bands I'm most recently playing to give you an idea would be Radiohead (always), Mumford & Sons, Pearl Jam.

Cheers guys.

[Kerm]

Also love the style of this little fella;

Seems to get a nice review as well.

[richardsim7]

Well, tell us what sort of sound you're going for and I/we'll make some suggestions :)

[threesixtyflip]

Not sure whether to make a separate thread or not, but this is guitar land.

Thinking of getting an electric to go with my acoustics. First things first I'm no Jimi.

So it doesn't have to have every feature, price limit will most likely be around ?200.

I have an Ibanez acoustic which I like, so figured it was safe to look at them.

Any suggestions? I don't like the Axe style, V style, etc.

1 Quite like the look of this;

2 This one might be too much;

3 Love the look here;

4 And here;

I don't know the difference between the types of pickups or what guitars will make which feel of sound. Advice or suggestions would be appreciated. Bands I'm most recently playing to give you an idea would be Radiohead (always), Mumford & Sons, Pearl Jam.

Cheers guys.

I would go for the epi les paul. Such a versatile guitar and well built aswell

[Kerm]

Well, tell us what sort of sound you're going for and I/we'll make some suggestions :)

I don't really know, I mentioned the bands I'm playing to give an idea. Don't know what different sounds electrics punch out.

I would go for the epi les paul. Such a versatile guitar and well built aswell

Cheers bud.

[richardsim7]

Oh yeah, whoops I missed that :laugh:

Yeah out of all of those the Les Paul would suit the style you're looking for. What amp have you got/going to get? That makes a huge difference ;)

[Kerm]

No idea! Just to help out. :p

Certainly have no clue about those little things.

[Kerm]

Ok, so after looking at amps I would definitely like some advice with them. I didn't think it would be such an expensive item, I figured I could just 'get a cheap one'.

Best place to find a decent cheapy?

[metallithrax]

I think some music should be posted so we can take a listen to what gets produced with all this expensive gear.:yes:

I did try guitar (and bass) quite a few years ago, but my fingers have a life of their own and I didn't get very far. Maybe i'll try again sometime.

[Distant]

I have an Epiphone AJ30CE that I've been playing for about 8 years.

It's Sunburst on top with mahogany back and sides.

[richardsim7]

Let's put it this way, my amp cost ?1500 :p

Welcome to the world of guitars ;)

How much you looking to spend on an amp? If you're looking for cheap and good look at the Roland Cube series :)

[Kerm]

Your amp costs ?1500 and? I don't get you. Ideally i'd be spending less than ?50 if I can find a second hand one. I'm familiar with quality products being expensive. :)

The roland cube seems like an extortionate price for a 2W battery powered 6inch amp?

I could get one of these for ?15 cheaper. Wouldn't that make more sense?

As I say, I'm new to anything electric and appreciate your help Rich if you can.

[richardsim7]

Ah, an Orange amp! Touch?! Yes either would be a good purchase :)

[4LeafLucky]

Any other guitar players here? I've been playing 15 years. I play mostly metal, but a bit of everything else as well.?

Feel free to post your gear with any mods, ect... It's always fun to talk gear. My list:

Guitars:

Agile PS-900: Seymour Duncan Blackouts, Tone Pros Locking Tune-O-Matic, Grover Locking Tuners

Gibson Explorer: EMG 81/89,?Tone Pros Locking Tune-O-Matic, Grover Locking Tuners

Ibanez V300CW

Amps:

(Fender) EVH 5150III w/Mesa 4x12 cab

Peavey Bandit 112

Other Gear:

ISP Decimator

MXR 10 Band EQ

Any chances of videos of you playing?

[KyleGM]

For any Metallica fans, here's a cover I put up a while back :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EV_5a1q1mM4

[c.grz]

I've been playing guitar for over 10 years. I've had everything from cheap LesPaul clones to the Fender JagStang. Here's my current setup.

Left Handed Fender Jaguar (PAF in the neck and Super Distortion in the bridge)

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Volume Pedal -> Tuner

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Line6 DL4

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Boss Digital Reverb RV5

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Boss Super Chorus CH5

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Boss Distortion DS1

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Sovtek MIG 100 w/ 4x12 Crate Cabinet

[Lilrich]

Has anyone here got Garageband and had a go with it's ability to teach Guitar?

[starbearer]

I play a left hand guitar.

Could anyone suggest a good left hand electric guitar to start up with?

[Twiddle]

I thought starting off acoustic was a good idea, too, but now I regret it. I originally bought myself a Fender acoustic for around ?100, and after learning a couple of chords and some basic music reading skills, I got bored of it. Around a year later, I finally saved up to buy myself an electric, and I haven't been able to put it down since then- I'm always playing it. It mostly depends on what you're looking to play, I guess? if you want to play rock/metal, then you're better off with an electric from the start. If you're looking to play classic rock, blues, or to pick up chicks, then you'd best get an acoustic.

I started on acoustic and it is the best advice I can give anyone, personally. I've been playing for about 12 years, I used to be into playing metal and all that, but now I barely touch my electric, and stick to strictly acoustic. I find it much more satisfying, and more difficult, considering my play style. I'm big into finger picking, ten finger tapping, percussion smacks, and playing with both hands (no strumming).

Electric: ESP LTD Deluxe EC-1000, Silver Sunburst color, with Active EMG-HZ pickups.

Acoustic: Black Rogue, dreadnought.

[Matthew S.]

I actually own two guitars, started playing earlier this year.

I currently own two electric guitars

• Squire Strat (the one from the beginners kit)
  
• Epiphone Les Paul Studio Custom
  

My amp is the amp from the kit but I plan on getting a Line 6 Spider IV 75 :)

I also plan on picking up either a Schecter C-1 or a Schecter Hellraiser C-1 this holiday season.

I'm still trying to discover my style though.

[neoraptor]

Guys I need advice:

I'm thinking of getting a guitar just for hobby. Not planning to invest too much since I'm not sure I'll be serious about it, just want to start and see how it goes.

1. What hobby guitar to pick?

2. Do I need an amplifier or I can just plug it into my computer? (I'll be listening mostly on headphones since the neighbors are a bit picky)

[MattehCarter]

I've played guitar for five years now, when I first started I played an ibanez electric guitar (I can't remember which model).

A few years ago, I changed to playing acoustic guitar and I now have a Cruiser Crafter guitar; it's a beautiful instrument to play!

[EVH5150]

Here's my current rig. As you can tell, I like 5150's ;)

[CrashG]

I've played guitar since I was about 13 but switched over to bass after about 5-6 years. Then took a 12-15 year break, just got back into it about a year ago.

My current gear is a Jackson JS3 Kelly Bird IV (Transparent Blue Burst), Fender Rumble 150, D'Addario EXL165 strings, Gaines Audio Balanced Line Interface box. Using Ableton Live 9 for recording and some AKG K99's for monitoring (and keeping the wife from bitching) Looking to get a DigiTech BP90 multi-effects pedal soon.

[CrashG]

Well, I refuse to let this topic die (although I had hoped for somebody else to post). I know there are other players here.

NBD (New Bass Day) a few weeks ago. Snagged a used (but like new) Squier Vintage Modified PJ bass for cheap and dropped a PJ set of EMG Geezer Butlers in it. Wow what a difference.

Family photo:

L-R is my Aria Pro II TSB-400, the Squier (mentioned above) and my precious... a Jackson JS3 Kelly Bird and the Fender Rumble. 150 watts of chest pounding 15" low end goodness. I'd like a GK head in the 2-500W range and a 4x10 cab, but the wife (and neighbors) thinks that the Rumble 150 is enough, I disagree, but ya gotta comprise in life.