Tom 14011 Posted December 17, 2020 Author Share Posted December 17, 2020 Ah yes! Ive looked and I can’t get them in the UK yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemmill 44956 Posted January 8, 2021 Share Posted January 8, 2021 Just got a Ditto+ looper which will be getting a test run tonight. I'm loving the HX Stomp and Powercab+ BTW. I liked the HX Effects anyway and Line 6 have really nailed the user interface on these things - it's so easy to get good sounds in minute. But the Stomp is something else, the amp modelling sounds amazing and it's so easy to set up a preset. There's some incredible YouTube channels as well about dialling in different models (shoutout to Jason Sadites who is the king of this stuff), so the community shared knowledge is great. I've mainly just been pissing about with Fender Deluxe, Twin and Princeton models and the fact you can go straight out to headphones is class for pissing about when you need to keep quiet. Anyway, highly recommended if you get sick of your tube amps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14011 Posted January 8, 2021 Author Share Posted January 8, 2021 The Ditto’s are absolutely exceptional. I had one of the fancy models but it broke, used to do half time/double speed or reverse and you could mix them all up so it was mental. Ive got the little standard model now and its champion. Haven’t played guitar properly in a while, I’ve been tuning and mic’ing up drums this week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 4771 Posted January 11, 2021 Share Posted January 11, 2021 With Namm not happening this year everyone is just doing their own announcements. Charvel have put one of my favourite guitars of theirs out as a lefty and I am now figuring out how to afford one. https://www.guitarworld.com/news/charvel-unveils-15-model-strong-2021-electric-guitar-line Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blastronaut 1333 Posted January 11, 2021 Share Posted January 11, 2021 Charvel have had out a Telecaster type with a Gibson style bridge for years now (pretty sure it's someone's it's someone's signature model) that I've convinced myself is as close to my dream guitar as I'll get. I've just never seen one in person and couldn't buy a guitar without actually having a shot first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14011 Posted January 11, 2021 Author Share Posted January 11, 2021 I’ve liked the look of the Charvels for years, but yes, money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 4771 Posted January 11, 2021 Share Posted January 11, 2021 25 minutes ago, Blastronaut said: Charvel have had out a Telecaster type with a Gibson style bridge for years now (pretty sure it's someone's it's someone's signature model) that I've convinced myself is as close to my dream guitar as I'll get. I've just never seen one in person and couldn't buy a guitar without actually having a shot first. The Joe Duplantier ones! I do love a Tele, though Rabea Massaads signature chapmans are my favourite non-tele teles going. I have it in my head that you're scotland right? Guitarguitar do Charvel, could probably get one in there...some time...I have no idea what lockdown is like in the UK anymore. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 4771 Posted January 11, 2021 Share Posted January 11, 2021 3 minutes ago, Tom said: I’ve liked the look of the Charvels for years, but yes, money. I'd probably have to sell to buy tbh, but I like what I've got and the only thing this would be a direct replacement for would probably be my Squier Tele, which I both love and wouldn't put much of a dent in the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blastronaut 1333 Posted January 11, 2021 Share Posted January 11, 2021 (edited) 26 minutes ago, Andrew said: The Joe Duplantier ones! I do love a Tele, though Rabea Massaads signature chapmans are my favourite non-tele teles going. I have it in my head that you're scotland right? Guitarguitar do Charvel, could probably get one in there...some time...I have no idea what lockdown is like in the UK anymore. Thats the guy! And aye Scotland right enough. GuitarGuitar is a shout, if they're even open. Didn't know Rabea had his own line of guitars but tbf I only know him as the least irritating bloke from the andertons videos. *Edit to add, that's unfair. The Danish fella actually seemed pretty sound. Edited January 11, 2021 by Blastronaut Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemmill 44956 Posted January 11, 2021 Share Posted January 11, 2021 I've stood looking at the Charvels in guitarguitar before. They look great in person - both the bright orange and Shell pink ones. I've just discovered Command Centre on the helix and it's changed my world. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blastronaut 1333 Posted January 11, 2021 Share Posted January 11, 2021 10 minutes ago, Gemmill said: I've stood looking at the Charvels in guitarguitar before. They look great in person - both the bright orange and Shell pink ones. I've just discovered Command Centre on the helix and it's changed my world. I've had ex's that looked great in person. Would've saved myself a few headaches if I'd spent 10 minutes getting to know them before diving in. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14011 Posted January 11, 2021 Author Share Posted January 11, 2021 1 hour ago, Andrew said: I'd probably have to sell to buy tbh, but I like what I've got and the only thing this would be a direct replacement for would probably be my Squier Tele, which I both love and wouldn't put much of a dent in the price. Yeh I’m in about the same boat and I’ve sold a lot of gear this past couple of years. I’ve whittled the collection down to a few I really want and still got a house full tbh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 4771 Posted January 11, 2021 Share Posted January 11, 2021 1 hour ago, Blastronaut said: Thats the guy! And aye Scotland right enough. GuitarGuitar is a shout, if they're even open. Didn't know Rabea had his own line of guitars but tbf I only know him as the least irritating bloke from the andertons videos. *Edit to add, that's unfair. The Danish fella actually seemed pretty sound. If you're into heavier music his actual music output is well worth a look into, he has 3 EPs on Spotify (other platforms are available) of tracks hes made for demos on his own channel (also worth a sub) and there are a few absolute bangers on them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blastronaut 1333 Posted January 12, 2021 Share Posted January 12, 2021 21 hours ago, Andrew said: If you're into heavier music his actual music output is well worth a look into, he has 3 EPs on Spotify (other platforms are available) of tracks hes made for demos on his own channel (also worth a sub) and there are a few absolute bangers on them. Might check it out, cheers. From what I remember from the andertons videos he's got some chops and an ear for a good riff. Guy from work once forced me to listen the band he was in with Chapman, really wasnae my cup of tea tbh. Had a bit of a Christian-Rock vibe if I mind right. Prefer my metal bands to sound like they sold their souls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 4771 Posted January 12, 2021 Share Posted January 12, 2021 8 minutes ago, Blastronaut said: Might check it out, cheers. From what I remember from the andertons videos he's got some chops and an ear for a good riff. Guy from work once forced me to listen the band he was in with Chapman, really wasnae my cup of tea tbh. Had a bit of a Christian-Rock vibe if I mind right. Prefer my metal bands to sound like they sold their souls. Robs vocals dont help. the other three have an instrumental band called Toska which is fantastic. Ah, and there are also the covers he does with his partner, which I love. Yeah I'm a fan ok Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blastronaut 1333 Posted January 12, 2021 Share Posted January 12, 2021 (edited) Ha! Holy shit he doesn't half have some chops. And that's some tone. Meant no harm. Whatever floats yer boat like! I'm a bit of an oddball when it comes to metal. I like Voivod and can say with a straight face that Al Pitrelli was my favourite Megadeth guitarist. Edited January 12, 2021 by Blastronaut Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 4771 Posted January 12, 2021 Share Posted January 12, 2021 6 minutes ago, Blastronaut said: Ha! Holy shit he doesn't half have some chops. And that's some tone. Meant no harm. Whatever floats yer boat like! I'm a bit of an oddball when it comes to metal. I like Voivod and can say with a straight face that Al Pitrelli was my favourite Megadeth guitarist. oh absolutely no offence taken! I'm with you, theres a reason I don't post much in the "what are you listening too" thread, I wouldn't get a moments peace. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blastronaut 1333 Posted January 12, 2021 Share Posted January 12, 2021 Didn't realise there was such a thread. Can only serve to prove I was wrong to think you lot were alright. I'm away to have a swatch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14011 Posted January 22, 2021 Author Share Posted January 22, 2021 Why is everyone using “mute straps” at the moment? I was gonna say it’s because people can’t be arsed to learn to play but I’ve seen great players using them too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andrew 4771 Posted January 22, 2021 Share Posted January 22, 2021 These things? They’re very useful for high gains prog stuff, keeping strings in check for tapping or preventing sympathetic ringing from open strings or behind the nut when you’ve a lot of gain going. I think guys were using them in the studio more than live since you’re trying to get your perfect takes and shit and then just thought...why am I not using this all the time if it is helping me get my best takes? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14011 Posted January 23, 2021 Author Share Posted January 23, 2021 Yeh that’s the thing. I might pick one up and see what it’s like. Can’t hurt for £10. I think some people use a capo to have a similar effect for tapping, certainly a lot of the math rock lot. It won’t mute as well I suppose. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14011 Posted January 29, 2021 Author Share Posted January 29, 2021 I’ve took the grown up decision to build a modest pedal board & I’ve ordered some gear. So I ordered a large pedal board & a power brick from Amazon. and a Behringer Wah pedal, a delay pedal and a reverb pedal from Thomann. So it should be - Wah > Fuzz Factory 7 > MXR Dookie Drive > TC Electronic June-60 > Delay > Loop > Reverb And I can finally stop tripping over stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gemmill 44956 Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 @TomI'm a bit worried about how long it'll take to get your shit from Thomann and what sort of charges you might get clobbered with post Brexit. Big shame if it goes wrong cos it's a great site with loads of variety. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom 14011 Posted January 29, 2021 Author Share Posted January 29, 2021 Yeh I had to risk it because nowhere else was doing what I wanted. Amazon wouldn’t send them. After considering the quality of the gear and the price I decided I’m happy enough to wait if I have to. Although the equipment was £88 so Thomann handle the VAT and there won’t be any customs charges. The wah pedal seems better than stuff 4 x the price & it’s optical so will last for ages Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ewerk 30642 Posted January 29, 2021 Share Posted January 29, 2021 Just get all your expensive shit sent to me VAT free and I swear I’ll forward it on to you and definitely not stick it straight on eBay. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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