Archive for April, 2009
The Many Guitars Of Eddie Van Halen
0 Comments Published by JD April 25th, 2009 in News Related, Real PlayersYes, I’m a fan of Eddie like most who grew up when I did. I remember the first time I heard Eruption and thought what the hell is that?!! I was listing to WNEW here in NYC when my ears heard what would become the anthem for most guitarist of that era. That tapping technique [...]
I believe this is the best little amp in the land, lightweight and built to last. I’ve had the Micro for a few years and still find it to be more then a little practice amp. The sound is clear and powerful, and I’m amazed at how good it sounds for recording. The effects are [...]
I’m still looking for a new guitar project and surfing the net for inspiration. I’m a fan of the Flying V and thought I would try to build one a little later this year. While surfing I stumbled onto the Hamer Guitar site and found that master builder Jol Dantzig is building two guitars for [...]
A few days ago i wrote about these new Raw Power guitars coming from Gibson. Now you have the chance to win one, head over to Gibson.com for your chance.
Guitar tech gear that works, the GuitarToolKit app does it all!!!
0 Comments Published by JD April 6th, 2009 in InnovationYeah, I’m a nerd and and love anything that makes life easier when it comes to gear. Now that I got my iPhone i wanted to explore some apps so off to the iTunes store i went. I downloaded a few instrument related stuff, but wasn’t too happy with them. I’m not into paying for [...]
Test drive a Fender amp and get a free T-Shirt!
0 Comments Published by JD April 5th, 2009 in Real PlayersThe friendly people over at Fender.com are offering a free t-shirt if you try one of their amps. check the site for info.
Here’s something new, a studio Les Paul with a maple body and fretboard. I’m not sure about the combination coming from Gibson. Whenever I think Les Paul it’s always been mahogany. I’m wondering if these will sound overly bright and thin compared to a standard studio Paul. The 57 Classic pickup with Alnico II magnets [...]
Fender’s Tribute to Joe Strummer’s Telecaster
0 Comments Published by JD April 3rd, 2009 in Manufacturers, Real PlayersI have mixed feelings about this one. I’m a huge fan of Strummer’s work with the Clash and The Mescaleros. I remember seeing the Clash at Shea Stadium as a young punk, they opened for The Who back in 1982 on a rainy night in October. That was my first large arena rock concert and [...]
