I really have no desire to own a les paul.They weigh a half ton and are painful without a good strap.My point is that somebody does want one and would appreciate it and give it the treatment it deserves.Also,this friend never had anything good to say about his father.Theyre are people that would love to buy those.It`s just a shame they are sitting doing nothing in the hands of a non player.
1,426 2011-10-23 01:38:47
Re: Is there anything sadder than this. (13 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
1,427 2011-10-22 19:04:56
Topic: Is there anything sadder than this. (13 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Is there any sight sadder than a fine guitar in the hands of a non player.Hear me out.A friend of mine`s father passed away a few years ago.among some of his belongings he ended up with were a camper,a boat,a FENDER AMP( I don`t remember which model but it was big and old) and A GIBSON LES PAUL. That`s right he was left a boat. Seriously,he was left the Les Paul and the Fender amp.He doesnt play and has no intention of learning.Yet he has these two fine vintage pieces doing nothing.I personally have no desire to get a les paul but his should be in the hands of someone who can appreciate what it is. I understand sentimental value and that but this is a waste.Only another player can understand my point of view.Almost when you see the rolling rock telecaster on display in a liquor store.It may be a squier but it is still something that should be played. Who`s with me
1,428 2011-10-21 21:53:56
Re: Used tube amp buying tips? Crate VC6112 (Vintage 60) (9 replies, posted in Electric)
The way to check if the filter caps are no good.1-turn it on and let it warm up. 2-turn the volume all the way down.If you hear a buzz or hum,then the filters are no good.Turn up the volume and there may be some noise.Its up to you if its an acceptable level.
1,429 2011-10-18 08:10:07
Re: The Lost Notebooks of Hank Williams (7 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Hank is one of those artists that no one realizes how much they have actually heard by him.When you hear a hank song,you say to yourself,Hey i`ve heard that done by so and so.A lot I have heard done by others and not him.
1,430 2011-10-16 08:33:50
Re: A little information please (10 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)
I have heard of them but know nothing about them.Maybe you should try Harmony cemtral and see if there are any reviews on them.Good luck with everything.
1,431 2011-10-15 19:36:15
Re: what next??? (37 replies, posted in Acoustic)
I always thought every time you pick up a guitar you are still learning.No matter how long you have played.
1,432 2011-10-15 19:33:20
Re: Still seems like yesterday/ (10 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
thanks you everyone for the well wishes.We have a nice weekend of going out to eat planned and just spending some time together. Thanx again
1,433 2011-10-14 23:36:46
Topic: Still seems like yesterday/ (10 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
putting off playing this weekend.My wife and I are celebrating 22 years of marriage today. Oct 14th 1989, 25 years if you count living together for 3 years. 26 years together.Life is good
1,434 2011-10-14 23:32:54
Re: a n other secret message (16 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
happy birthday
1,435 2011-10-13 22:54:11
Re: favorite music links and sites (13 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Did anyone mention CHORDIE
1,436 2011-10-13 13:13:38
Re: Most Influential Musician (21 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Bob Kiloran. The man who taught me to play.He`s gone now.Died young but he instilled on me patience,humor and understanding while teaching me.I never became a master on guitar but he will always be remembered. Thanx Bob.
1,437 2011-10-10 12:20:28
Re: Paul McCartney Marries agian! (9 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Baldguitardude wrote:
tubatooter1940 wrote:I'll never forget the wife with one leg who competed on "Dancing With The Stars".
She could do the two step but it took her twice as long.
Finally! A "like" button.
Heather Mills was going to sue sir Paul but her lawyer said she wouldnt have a leg to stand on.
1,438 2011-10-10 04:32:16
Re: Paul McCartney Marries agian! (9 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
This is his 4th time.Who was the 3rd.I only remember two before
1,439 2011-10-02 12:38:35
Re: Halloween and or haunted/haunting tunes... (17 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
season of the witch-Donovan? Thriller-Michael Jackson. And anything from Rocky Horror Picture Show. Do yourselves a favor and watch it this month.
1,440 2011-10-01 22:22:40
Re: is there a bond with you and your guitar (11 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
maybe i`ll bring my yamaha sj-180 in the sunshine.Take it to lunch.Maybe a ride in the country.Also,its 6:25 pm and pouring rain.Maybe the sunshine will be put on hold.
1,441 2011-10-01 08:01:11
Topic: is there a bond with you and your guitar (11 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
ihave joked about the guitar police and guitars talking to each other when no one is looking so here goes.Do you have a bond with certain guitars.I have a bunch but only have "THE BOND" with a few.I have had others that played and sonded great but the bond wasnt there.Kind of like an old friend who you can trust with anything.Some are indispensable,others you can take or leave. I have had two fender acoustics and 2 strats.All that remains is one strat.The other strat went to my daughter.The acoustics played and sounded great,but the feel(bond) just wasnt there.The strat had the bond.Only 4 guitars have the bond.The rest are fine instruments but they dont have the bond.Everybody know what I am talking about? THE BOND=when you play a guitar and it fits like a well worn pair of jeans. Example My favorite guitars are a pair of jeans. The other guitars are like a suit. The jeans are comfortable and I can wear them all day. When I have to wear a suit,I cant wait to get it off and get back in my jeans.
1,442 2011-09-27 08:30:14
Re: Ovation Guitars (35 replies, posted in Acoustic)
HELPFUL HINT: to keep an ovation or applause from sliding off your lap.Use a rubber jar cap remover.It will keep it from sliding and they are dirt cheap or usually given away.Also if you are in the middle of a gig and someone needs a jar of pickles opened and are willing to pay 500.00 for the favor,You will be all set.
1,443 2011-09-26 23:05:45
Topic: If you could only keep one of your guitars. (27 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
What would you do if the guitar police came and told you that you could only keep one of YOUR guitars.The rest have to go.Which one would it be.If it is an electric,you can pick one amp.NOTE:one of the guitars you already own.Not what you wish you had.Think long and hard.Everything else has to go.My choice would be my 1984 yamaha sj-180.Probably has a book value of 30.00 in the shape it is in.It is still my favorite of all my family of guitars. The ric,strat,gibson falcon would be gone.Plus all the others.I have no idea what the guitar police are doing with the stuff they take.
1,444 2011-09-26 12:33:18
Re: Paraprosdokians (3 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
That is great.It`s also true
1,445 2011-09-25 19:26:51
Re: BAD LANGUAGE (14 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
I always thought if you hear it on regular t.v. before 9 pm it wasnt swearing.
1,446 2011-09-25 15:19:50
Topic: BAD LANGUAGE (14 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Without getting into details and for future reference.What is considered taboo or bad language on chordie?.I try to keep my posts clean and want to continue to do so.
1,447 2011-09-25 09:52:57
Re: 6 string banjo (11 replies, posted in Other string instruments)
Bushy,its a blast to play with.It looks just like a banjo with a guitar headstock.It feels wierd with the shape of the banjo body.Try one out first.Especially a dean.The necks on the dean steel body and 6 string banjo is a little different than their regular guitars.It has a raised area near the headstock that takes some getting used to.I don`t know why it`s there.It just is.Oh and it is heavier than a guitar.Also you can play it around the campfire.It strums and fingerpicks great.And it is a lot more durable than it feels with the banjo head on it. Hope that helps you.Have a good one
1,448 2011-09-25 03:07:57
Re: 6 string banjo (11 replies, posted in Other string instruments)
I have one.A dean.I love it but don`t get the use I thought I would out of it.Standard tuning.No other skills needed.
1,449 2011-09-25 02:53:54
Re: Instruments you wish you could play (45 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Organ and piano
1,450 2011-09-25 02:49:00
Re: Chordie site name.... (11 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
The beginning of the Joey Bishop show from the 60s. "JoeyJoeyJoey, son of a gun".