Start with telling us who do you like to listen to. The members here will have lots of suggestions. Also if you're just starting out, watch Justinguitar on Youtube and you'll learn a lot of stuff. Welcome to Chordie and good luck.
Steve
126 2010-01-18 22:56:23
Re: Looking for easy beginer songs (3 replies, posted in Song requests)
127 2010-01-16 04:36:49
Re: Is there a easy substitute chord that will work for Bm? (11 replies, posted in Acoustic)
Zurf wrote:
I'd also recommend practicing the Bm in the meanwhile. It's in all sorts of songs and will come in handy.
- Zurf
I'm gonna go with Zurf on this one. Plus you're going to be pleased with Bm after a reasonable short amount of practice. Good luck.
Steve
128 2010-01-16 04:32:33
Re: OK THEN FAIR PLAY, BEST FEMALE PERFORMERS (59 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Hmm definitely Grace Slick.
Grace Slick http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1cfTMdjkYM
Joan Baez
http://popup.lala.com/popup/432627043555901004
Ann Wilson
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpkitLUbeEg
Sinead (politics aside)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLGobWuiYuc
129 2010-01-14 22:41:40
Re: Good electric guitar? (13 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)
shortcut wrote:
for your price range i would look at ibanez also. www.musiciansfriend.com i bought a low end model last year and i'm very satisfied with the sound & looks. actually it's way better than i ever expected. very sweet!
+1
http://guitars.musiciansfriend.com/prod … D=26044902
Good luck regardless, but I got one and love it. Nice fit and finish. Great versatility.
Steve
130 2010-01-10 19:02:33
Re: desperate for a song (6 replies, posted in Song requests)
Oh, and welcome to CHORDIE Anthony!!!
131 2010-01-10 19:01:31
Re: desperate for a song (6 replies, posted in Song requests)
There's a G C D Em version on Youtube, but heres one you might like better plus the chords from a Tab site Guitarpix showed us.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBAB-vpH … re=related (enjoy!)
http://www.yourchords.com/46405/Jason-R … es-Chords/ (G C D Em version)
Steve
132 2010-01-10 18:47:01
Re: Yellow By Coldplay (3 replies, posted in Song requests)
Way to go Pix, that's a great site I hadn't seen. Then if lilwing will have a look at the guitarsage below it's a lesson to the same version:
http://video.tiscali.it/canali/truveo/2101113108.html
Guitarsage version tab (bar cords):
http://www.yourchords.com/122353/Coldpl … ic-Chords/
Easy version GCD tab:
http://www.yourchords.com/122349/Coldplay/Yello-Chords/
Steve
133 2010-01-03 21:01:51
Re: Check out acoustic version of 'The Ghost of His Smile' Chords/Video (1 replies, posted in Acoustic)
Nice work on both the guitar and vocals. And welcome to Chordie!
Steve
134 2010-01-02 14:20:44
Re: Tuner for DuMmY (9 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)
Hey Joe (sounded musical, sorry!)
Welcome to CHORDIE.
I use a Sabine STX1100 for about 5 yrs. Should cost less than $30 at some places. It can clip right onto the music stand and very reliable easy to see led lights. Korg has some good stuff too. Just try not to buy the $15 entry unit as they will disappoint.
Since you're nearby, keep in touch.
Steve
Chesapeake, VA
135 2010-01-01 16:31:50
Re: Tips for proper form for barre F chord? (And other barre chords) (21 replies, posted in Electric)
Hi Will
I checked it out and that's great looking guitar. Welcome to Chordie! Your friends are right it will just get better over time. Meantime, when trying barre chords remember to pinch with both the thumb and index finger. Not just pressing with index finger. Also you may find putting a capo on the 3rd fret will bring your hand close enough to get the feel of it better early on. Then move the capo as your strength and agility increases. Good luck.
Steve
136 2010-01-01 03:30:16
Re: Happy New Year to you all ! (17 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Happy New Year all...
Steve
137 2009-12-31 01:38:26
Re: Happy Birthday Mekidsmom! (17 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
What tuba said. And, yes they do. Hope it was a good one.
138 2009-12-28 20:00:33
Re: New SX Electric Guitars (9 replies, posted in Electric)
The fat strat one looks mighty cool!
139 2009-12-27 20:11:01
Re: Ok, so what new toys did you get? (22 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)
Um I forgot my one big piece of gigging gear, tho from the looks of it I won't be packing the house...
140 2009-12-27 15:54:48
Re: Amp questions (11 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)
wlbaye wrote:
Deadstring,
I think your best bet will be to use a non powered mixer. There are some available with 4 to 5 inputs for less than $ 50. I have been told trying to Y them doesn't work but I have never tried it. With a mixer you open yourself up to more options for the future. If you get a backup singer you will have an extra input for another mic for guitar too. Just depends on if your amp has enuff power to handle the load.
Yeah, I think Wayne's got it right. The y connector will suffice somewhat for the time being though if you need to wait. I found when a friend stops in I had limited inputs. Using the y connector you wrestle with different signal loss and signal balance issues. At GC I found a negotiated price of about $75 for this mixer ... if I did it right picture below:
Steve
141 2009-12-27 14:24:58
Re: Ok, so what new toys did you get? (22 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)
charlotte wrote:
A pair of Simpsons oversized slippers.!!!
A far cry from the new Breedlove 12 string I have been drooling over.
Never mind, there's always next year.
Ha, sometimes you have to buy your own present. Maybe for Valentine's Day !
142 2009-12-27 00:55:52
Topic: Ok, so what new toys did you get? (22 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)
Merry Christmas all.
For me no music gear, but the computer is spankin' new and replaces my dinosaur. Emachines 4 Gb ram, 750 Gb hard drive, love it. Right away I'm enjoying the net and music much finer than before. But I know ya'll got some nice toys. Extra credit for photos. Come on, put 'em up.
Steve
143 2009-12-27 00:51:11
Re: effects (5 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)
Hey welcome Don. I too was blown away by the skills that an accomplished guitarist can demonstrate on a looper. KT Tunstall was made famous by Black Horse and a Cherry Tree, but later on I stumbled on this one and it just shows how there are a whole arsenal of tricks that can be employed to captivate the audience. This one's Howie Day..... I bought a Boss RC-2 myself for $155 on Ebay and it was a very good investment. No regrets.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fmlr0Jc9hPQ
Steve
144 2009-12-23 22:42:08
Re: Guitar Stuff NOT to buy your kid this Christmas (19 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)
Have to agree with Manic
Washburn... not exactly a cheap and nasty brand...
acoustic
http://www.rdm-entertainments.co.uk/pro … rod=HNDA34
electric (telecaster style)
http://www.rdm-entertainments.co.uk/pro … rod=HNDE34
Have to agreen Washburn makes mostly good stuff. I've bought two and no complaints.
Whole idea isn't to cut down some good entry level stuff, but to steer away from imitation guitars and amps.
145 2009-12-23 14:10:02
Re: havent posted in a while (4 replies, posted in Electric)
That's a nice guitar! What amp are you playing it thru?
Steve
146 2009-12-22 14:02:08
Topic: Guitar Stuff NOT to buy your kid this Christmas (19 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)
I'm posting because I was in ToysRUs and a young mother is holding a toy electric guitar and she's on the cell phone to (I'm assuming) the dad saying "I'm PRETTY SURE it's REAL, because it's heavy." Not picking on off name brands here, just suspecting a lot of parents want to get a music gift on a budget.
So don't shop for an instrument from a place with no guitarists on the staff.
Steve
147 2009-12-17 22:54:00
Re: One's company, two's a crowd... (13 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Yep, try Clapton's Wonderful Tonight. One of you does the strumming and the other does arpeggio's.
The capo is your solution. If you're a Buffet fan, It's Five O'clock Somewhere works good with two guys.
Don't give up, because if you'll bear it out the two of you both get some learning you won't get otherwise. And hard as it is to take criticism you'll do well to learn how to share that.
Steve
148 2009-12-14 01:16:23
Re: Easy Strumming Patterns For Learners (12 replies, posted in Acoustic)
Guitarpix wrote:
I'd have to add the DDUUDU pattern! It's (IMO) the most usefull and will fit most songs well...
I have to second that Pix. DDUUDU fits a lot of songs for me as well.
Steve
149 2009-12-06 14:38:13
Re: Strumming Patter "The Cowboy Rides Away" George Strait (2 replies, posted in Acoustic)
It's a good song Superman.
It's 4/4 count so you're looking for a rhythm that keeps repeating 1&2&3&4 for chord movements.
Try one of two patterns whichever you feel comfortable with.
1 2 3 4
D D U UDU D D U UDU
or
1 2 3 4
D DU D DU D DU D
I hope that helps.
Steve
150 2009-12-04 23:30:52
Re: Liam Clancy RIP. (3 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)
Cracked me up. But depressing too as I might have started some of that too young! ha