The-Ultimate-Non-Cheap-Post thread - Page 2

jam · #16 06-17-2003, 12:00 PM

While we're on capos...
Don't store your Kyser capo on the headstock between songs. It will eventually wear the finish on the headstock. Instead, stick it on the mic stand / on the music stand / in your pocket / on your nose (for that Willie sound ) / on your ear - anywhere but the headstock.

--jam

trpullen · #17 06-17-2003, 12:00 PM

Soldering broken strings back together will NOT work "in a pinch".

trpullen · #18 06-17-2003, 12:01 PM

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Originally posted by jam
While we're on capos...
Don't store your Kyser capo on the headstock between songs. It will eventually wear the finish on the headstock. Instead, stick it on the mic stand / on the music stand / in your pocket / on your nose (for that Willie sound ) / on your ear - anywhere but the headstock.

--jam

actually, if you put it on the mic stand, it tends to develop a round dent that keeps it from doing it's job.

Taylor Poor · #19 06-17-2003, 12:07 PM

When using a rocket launcher in Q3, UT, or UT23K, aim for the opponents feet.

jam · #20 06-17-2003, 12:09 PM

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Originally posted by trpullen
actually, if you put it on the mic stand, it tends to develop a round dent that keeps it from doing it's job.

I shove it all the way in on my stand and it hangs a bit loose. Good point though - don't stick it on fat mic stands!

--jam

anothersmith · #21 06-17-2003, 12:11 PM

Doesn't this belong in the Playing and Technique section? Open Mic is supposed to be for discussions that are not music-related.

jam · #22 06-17-2003, 12:16 PM

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Originally posted by anothersmith
Doesn't this belong in the Playing and Technique section? Open Mic is supposed to be for discussions that are not music-related.

I think you're right. Can it be moved? Gosh, I don't think I've ever seen a thread kicked OUT of Open Mic.

By the way, here's another good habit to get into - when you're changing your strings, that's a good time to check each of your machine heads and mounting screws for tightness. Those things can cause an annoying rattle/buzz if they're not tight.

--jam

chet · #23 06-17-2003, 12:20 PM

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Originally posted by jam

I think you're right. Can it be moved? Gosh, I don't think I've ever seen a thread kicked OUT of Open Mic.

I've seen plenty of threads kicked out of both Open Mic and the TGF!

C C · #24 06-17-2003, 12:24 PM

When you take your capo off make sure to put it out of the reach of your 23 month old. I have not found it yet but on the bright side I did find $1.17 on loose change, 2 picks and the remote.

anothersmith · #25 06-17-2003, 01:04 PM

To build finger strength and agility, I recommend using a "Gripmaster." It's a small device about the size of a deck of cards that allows you to exercise your fingers together or individually. I got mine at GC. It's really helped me out.

semolinapilcher · #26 06-17-2003, 01:16 PM

Don't overload on songs that you're stretching to learn. "Easy" songs are just as worthy of your time, and will be a big help in building a solid repertoire.

Taylor Poor · #27 06-17-2003, 01:32 PM

Ok...My apologies folks, I though this was usefull info for anything.

Here's a Jazz tip. When comping or improvising, if you find yourself playing notes on every down beat, tap your foot to every other beat, sometimes it can help.

sdm · #28 06-17-2003, 02:41 PM

buy a strap,,you would be suprised how standing up can put a diffrent twist on your playing,,atleast for myself

Plexiprs · #29 06-17-2003, 03:38 PM

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Originally posted by anothersmith
To build finger strength and agility, I recommend using a "Gripmaster." It's a small device about the size of a deck of cards that allows you to exercise your fingers together or individually. I got mine at GC. It's really helped me out.

To build upon this, most GripMasters for guitar stop at the "Medium" Tension. Heavy Tension (Black) version can be found at health equipment, fitness retailers. Keeps you building them fingers up !!

JSMidd · #30 06-17-2003, 04:23 PM

When playing your Taylor, try getting as close to a wall as you can possibly get. Play sitting in a chair, because of you're standing, you'll probably hit your guitar against the wall.

Gradually tilt the top of your guitar towards the wall - as you do, you'll perceive more bass and fullness out of your sound - tip it backwards, and you'll perceive more treble.

I do this a lot to get a feel for what my open tuning chords are really sounding like to the acoustic listener.