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Thanks for sharing your experience! It sounds like you've explored a variety of mandolin options. It's true, the tight neck can be a challenge, especially coming from bass and guitar backgrounds. The octave mandolin sounds like a great alternative with its lower tuning and more spacious fretboard. How are you finding the transition?

Alright all? First post here, but thought I would add some info in relation to Chad Underwood guitars. Just bought a T-model in an auction. Couldn't find much online before I bid, apart from a couple of vids and the knowledge that Walter Becker, John Fogerty and even Paul Reed Smith play them. Almost all reviews I read said he was an incredibly underrated and unknown luthier, but the common theme was a boutique builder that was a level above. Convinced! It arrived yesterday and it is jaw dropping. It is light as a feather, but the sustain is off the charts. It just rings. Like hitting a piano note. Unplugged, its as clear as a bell and just hums beautifully. Not sure what the pups are, but I did read he winds his own, and underwinds them for that vintage feel. The range is incredible. Spanky on the bridge through to smooth, glassy clarity in the middle, to a mellow jazzy tone on the neck. It snarls with overdrive too. Neck is a D shape near the headstock and it thins down to a C shape further up the neck. Anyway. I am bowled over, and wanted to share some first hand info with the commune! Added some pics below.

Hello everyone, I am looking to buy an old, historic acoustic guitar that is full of soul and stories, the best way to describe it would be a playable museum piece. Always loved the guitars with a little bit of damage and soulful, scarred sound but do not play enough to put the same effect on the guitars I currently own. Are there any websites which sell this type of stuff? Thanks!

I have a soft spot for boogie kit and have a triaxis and studio pre as well as formerly owned a Bass 400+ and Strategy 400. The bass needs stamping on in the Mark series amps (and the studio pre) but that singing lead tone is unbeatable.

contact:(786) 592-0746 or [email protected] send me a message if interested. RARE! Mesa Boogie MKIIB 1x15 Amplifier with original EV speaker.. Hardwood. 1982 model. Collector's quality! Excellent condition; no issues. Includes 3 Boogie foot switches: channel selection, EQ and Reverb. Ships in Anvil style flight case.

Really like this. It has actually got a nice melody and lovely phrasing rather than just mindless shredding. Nicely done, I shall have to go and check out some other pieces like this.

I was not aiming for a convincing Shadows tone, but I used a cheap magnetic soundhole pickup on my acoustic that is strung with flatwound 12 gauge electric strings. I ran that through my effects unit (Behringer V-amp Pro) set for Brit Class A (which I think is meant to be Vox ac30) preset, a shortish delay and reverb. I got a nice 50s-60s type tone for my general mix of rock and roll (that included some Duane Eddy, Ventures and Shadows as well as Elvis and Buddy Holly). I don't like the sound of the amplified acoustic guitar but wanted the look as a solo performer. If I play now I just use electric guitar instead as I use lighter strings these days. The benefit of the cheap magnetic pickup was that the 'better' ones are trying hard to give that authentic sound which I didn't want. The one off eBay isn't very good in that way, but it does make it sound more electric.

Nice guitar. My headless Kleinberger looks like a toy on me. Yours doesn't.

Not convincingly. The Hank Marvin was single coil pickup, alder body, maple neck and tape reverb and a very clean signal. That's all.

Was hoping to get your opinions on my latest cover - Time by Joe Satriani. I’ve put my own spin on it so it’s be great to know if I pass or not lol ;D thanks! Time - Joe Satriani (Cover by Tramaine) I hope you enjoy!

1980 Vintage Washburn Raven in Wine Red - Serviced and setup including new case. Made in the Matsumoku factory in Japan renowned for producing high-quality acoustic and electric guitars for Ibanez, Yamaha and Epiphone including Noel Gallagher's famed Epiphone Riviera. Mahogany Body. Rosewood Fingerboard. Brass saddles. Dual Humbuckers with 3 way selector switch. Les Paul type volume and tone control for each of the humbuckers. Serviced with neck relief, action and intonation set up. Board cleaned and conditioned. Frets polished. New Graph Tech nut fitted. Re-strung with Ernie Ball Super Slinky 9s. Frets smooth and in top condition with no significant wear. Clean sounding pots - no scratchiness. New case included. I have owned this guitar for over 30 years and looked after it well during that time. The condition is very good with some battle scars consistent with age for a 44 year old guitar - please see the pictures - I've tried to show the various knocks and dings. The tuners have been changed at some point in it's life (before I had it), leaving extra holes. The 2 humbuckers put out a fairly hot signal for rich, assertive rock tones - very usable for classic styles from blues to hard rock. New case included which fits like a glove. Price reflects service and setup, new case, shipping and a beautiful vintage guitar. Listed elsewhere. Stand not included.

Very blonde hair and british...it's not a lot to go on. Could be Geordie Walker (who died recently) or Billy Duffy - both were fond of semi acoustics. Any clues about genre? Years they were active? Associations with other musicians? How many arms do you have? Asking for a friend.

Hello everyone. I can't post in the General discussion area so I guess I'll try here. Years and years ago (~1980s) I saw a bit of what I think was a documentary about guitarists. In it there was a British guitarist talking about a particular guitar he had which he could play one-handed. I seem to remember him having very blonde hair. I've always wanted to know who that was. I've tried searching and got nowhere. Does anyone know who it was, what the programme was or where I could find out?

I think you've seen this..? ... Maybe a source for parts would be a certain 'KiOgon' on the sister site..? He's highly respected, and knows all there is to know about these things. Any help..? PS : Is that unconnected wire an earth for connection to the metal bridge..?

Hello. I am currently restoring a Burns Sonic 1866 and need help in checking the wiring of the PU and switches please. Anyone know of a wiring diagram and the specs of the pots and capacitors. I want to replace all of it if I can as they are all original and I remember when I played it in the 80s nothing worked very well. It was my brother's and my first guitar. Ive included one pic but have more close ups. There is one wire not attached and Im not sure where it goes... Also anyone know where I can get new nobs for the pots? Thanks

‘59 Bassman reissue, I had one of these and it was the best sounding amp I ever owned. Really loud and tone to die for. I fitted a master volume mod, which made it more manageable.

You've inherited a very fine amp, in need of restoration, but certainly worth it. It's the current model, Fender 59 Bassman LTD (a reissue, not the original '59 version...), and should be an easy repair to at least get it working again. There should be no problem with getting spares, as it's still made and sold (new price : around £2000...). There could be only two major snags : are all four speakers in good condition, and how much does the cosmetics mean to you..? If it's not been subject to damp, or poor storage, a technicien would have no bother fixing it up, to whatever level of 'original' you'd be happy with. Take it to a reputable valve amp technicien (give us your location; there may be someone recommended close by...) and get an estimate. It will be a fine amp once restored. It would be a shame to sell it 'as is', as the Buyer would have to trust that it's an easy fix, if it is currently mute. Once mended, these fetch a decent second-hand price, as they are good amps. In its current state, maybe £50-100 or so; restored, more like ten times that.

Many thanks for the reply. Here's some photos as suggested.

Photos would help a lot, as there have been several Bassman guitar amps made, over the years, and a lot depends on its age as to what it might need doing. In most cases, and without seeing the model, I'd say that it needs to be confided to a competent valve amp repair technicien, as there are many pitfalls and safety issues with some older models. On the other hand, these amps are, in the repair trade, very well known, with few surprises for someone experienced. If the amp is simply mute, the reason could be quite simple to fix (again, by an expert...), but it would need checking over to be sure that it won't become dangerous (read 'lethal'...), and that any old parts are in a fit state to give years more fine service. These are, in general, excellent amps, and upkeep is minimal, once they have been correctly serviced. My own very old '60s Bassman 50w head had its first service a few years ago now, and is good for another half century, I'd say. Take a couple of pictures, though, for a better view of what could be required. Hope this helps; meanwhile... Have a great day Douglas

Well, if I ever manage to sell the Ric 4003s that I have listed in the Other Place, I’m having one of these Revstars. Until then, I’m not allowed….

Hey I've inherited a broken fender bassman guitar amp. I'm told it should be simple enough to fix by someone who knows what they're doing but I have neither the time nor money to get it done. Could anyone give me a ball park figure of what would be a fair price to sell it as spares/repairs? I'm not up to date with the guitar amp buying and selling scene unfortunately. It's gig worn but grill cloth and speakers are intact. Turns on and warms up but no sound comes out. Many thanks

Ooh, nice! Significantly cheaper than GG for the same guitar (-£80). I’ve always fancied one with P90s, but have no need for another guitar, I don’t even play the 2 electrics I already have much at all. However, as we know, that’s not how GAS works.

Ooh, my GAS monster likes the Copper Red LSE20…. https://www.eltoromusic.co.uk/yamaha-revstar-element-rse20---red-copper-5172-p.asp Chambered and sculpted body too. I need to try one of these.

Love that Ibanez double cut look, takes me right back to the ‘70s. Maybe not to everyone’s taste, but check out the Yamaha Revstar range, these really fly under the radar, but seem great and even have a couple of high profile users: Chris Buck & Matteo Mancuso.