Gibson Les Paul Studio Faded Electric Guitar with Gig Bag
Jun 26, 2010 Gibson Less Paul
Gibson Les Paul Studio Faded Electric Guitar with Gig Bag
Gibson Les Paul Studio Faded Electric Guitar; A no-frills studio guitar with all the tonal characteristics you love in a Les Paul. Get your fill of Traditional Les Paul performance. The Les Paul Studio has long been the choice of studio musicians everywhere, thus the name Studio . Giving your standard Les Paul a a modern, no-frills attitude makes this Gibson a sought after delight with an easy-going price-tag. The Les Paul Studio has become one of the most desired Les Pauls for its tremendous harmonic and sonic capacities, coveted by musicians from all genres of music. Gibson Les Paul Studio Faded Features ’50s Rounded Neck Profile Angled Headstock Adjustable Truss Rod 22-Fret Rosewood Fingerboard Mahogany Body and Top Nickel and Silver Alloy Fret Wire Trapezoid Inlays Set-Neck Construction Chambered Body Gibson Burstbucker Pro Pickups Tune-O-Matic Bridge Nitrocellulose Finish Gibson Logo ’50s Rounded Neck Profile No guitar neck profiles are more distinguishable than the neck profiles employed on the Gibson models of today. The more traditional ’50s neck profile—found on the Les Paul Studio—is the thicker, rounder profile, emulating the neck shapes of the iconic 1958 and 1959 Les Paul Standards. The neck is machined in Gibson’s rough mill using wood shapers to make the initial cuts. But once the fingerboard gets glued on, the rest—including the final sanding—is done by hand. That means there are no two necks with the exact same dimensions. So while it still has the basic characteristics of its respective profile, each neck will be slightly different, with a distinct but traditional feel. Gibson’s Burstbucker Pro Pickups Gibson’s drive to recapture the magic of the original Patent Applied For humbucker pickups of the 1950s culminated with the introduction of the Burstbucker line in the early 1990s. Those Burstbuckers—Types 1, 2, and 3—successfully captured the subtle variations of true, classic humbucker tone with historically unmatched bobbin windings and Alnico II magnets. In 2002, Gibson followed up this innovative accomplishment with yet another breakthrough in pickup design—the Burstbucker Pro, designed specifically for the new Les Paul Standards. The Burstbucker Pro features an Alnico V magnet (instead of the Alnico II), which offers slightly higher output and allows preamps to be driven a little harder to achieve a more natural break-up. Like all Burstbuckers, the Burstbucker Pro has asymmetrical coils—true to the original PAFs—which supply a more open sound. The Burstbucker Pro Neck is wound slightly less than the original PAFs, while the Burstbucker Pro Bridge is slightly overwound for increased output. The Burstbucker
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A ’73 Les Paul Deluxe cavity
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Here’s the inside of an untouched virgin ’73. The guts of mine will be restored like so…but a bit neater!
Note that the banded or ‘outside foil’ end of the cap goes to the volume pot. This has been true on other Deluxes I have examined, although common knowledge says the direction doesn’t matter (they’re not polarized or directional). However, it’s elsewhere usual to connect the outside foil end to ground…in this case the Tone pot. So does it matter or not? Would the outside foil shield or a lowered impedance to ground have any effect?
Not knowing for certain, I re-installed my caps in the same direction as these…since it’s the direction apparently used most often on this model year as far as I can see.
My re-installation will also follow the exact same Gibson wiring scheme, the standard method often called Modern Wiring and one that has been used exclusively on all Les Pauls for over 50 years. Some people try a variant of this called ’50s Wiring that Gibson hasn’t used since…well, the ’50s. For a reason: ’50s wiring causes the Volume and Tone controls to interact in a less desirable way. Modern Wiring’s controls function more intuitively. (The very term ’50s Wiring causes some to think it means vintage, and anything called vintage must therefore be better). Modern Wiring means better performance, too: You can’t get Modern Wiring sounds from ’50s Wiring, but you can get ’50s Wiring sounds from Modern Wiring. This doesn’t prevent some from rewiring their Les Pauls to hear angels sing and the breeze through the trees. Just say no.
In this passive circuit, the potentiometers’ audio (also called logarithmic, or log) taper allows the Volume rolloff to behave more usefully (versus using a linear pot like an amp’s Volume knob), with coarser control at the top end. The only non-intuitive aspect of this wiring scheme is that, when both pickups are On, either Volume becomes a master volume (rather than truly blending the outputs as might be expected). Independent volume control wiring, however, is noise-inducing and, again, less desirable.
Why do Les Pauls use audio taper pots for Tone controls? Other than tradition, it’s probably not the best choice. In practice, a linear taper pot would provide a smoother and more predictable rolloff of treble. With an audio-tapered Tone pot, the transition from bright to mellow is not a gradually smooth one. Nevertheless, for whatever reason, all four pots are typically audio taper, and players become accustomed to the way they respond.
Gibson used all four 500K audio taper pots until mid-’73. Under Norlin they switched to four 300K until ’77 or so. Then from ’77 until the late ’80s they used 100K tone pots (!). In ’90 or so they started using 300K linear taper (!) pots for Volume and 500K audio taper for Tone. And that’s what they use today — except most Historic and Custom Shop models, for which they use all four 500K audio tapers once again (and on some dropped the cheap ceramic caps for foil as before, too). It’s difficult to confirm the exact when where and what of all this. But it’s something to consider if you think your Les Paul should sound better or your controls don’t act right.
Why 500K potentiometers? Because for relatively high-output humbucking and single-coil pickups, 500K of resistance produces an ideal range of sound. A 1 Meg pot passes a less compressed but un-musical amount of gain and treble; 300K or 250K as commonly used for smaller single-coils is too compressed and bleeds off too much treble.
Why are these 400 VDC rated capacitors? Likely because it’s what Gibson also used on the amps they used to make; easier to buy and stock them all the same. Any rating of around say 100 volts or higher would function just the same, although higher voltages (usually) means bigger size. Why .022 microfarad? Because it’s a good match for a single-turn pot in terms of producing a usable range of treble control. Using a different value, such as .015 or .033, has no effect on tone or brightness: It only affects the amount of treble rolloff as the Tone knob is turned down. When the Tone pot is full on, the capacitor has no effect on the sound at all.
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Gear One Bass Guitar – Garage Band Accessories Pack Standard
Jun 25, 2010 Guitar Accessories
Gear One Bass Guitar – Garage Band Accessories Pack Standard
Gear One Bass Guitar – Garage Band Accessories Pack Standard
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Price: 19.99
Electric Guitars For Sale
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We buy, sell, trade, and repair old and new guitars, amps, and accessories. Guitar setups start at . Music lessons (guitar, piano, bass) are per half hour, private one-on-one instruction. First lesson for new students, with absolutely no obligation.
More info: www.sweetwater.com Kenny Bergle, Sweetwater Sales Engineer, discusses the guitar accessories that all guitarists should have in their cases. From capos to humidifiers to Ebows, Kenny highlights Sweetwater’s best-selling guitar accessories and the reasons why they’re so useful.
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Schecter Guitar Research Stiletto Deluxe-5 Bass Black
Jun 25, 2010 Schecter Guitar
Schecter Guitar Research Stiletto Deluxe-5 Bass Black
Schecter Guitar Research Stiletto Deluxe-5 Bass Black
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Price: 399.0
SHAWN SMASH – Schecter Guitars – Total Chaos – Smash77 – Hollywood 77 ( punk ) 3
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John reviews the Schecter Hellraiser C-1 link: www.johnhguitar.com
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Crate FW120H Flexwave Guitar Amplifier Head
Jun 25, 2010 Crate Guitar Amps
Crate FW120H Flexwave Guitar Amplifier Head
The Crate FW120H 120 watt guitar head is a knockout addition to the Army of Crate Amplifiers. Perfect for Semi-Pro to pro guitarists, the FW120H has enough power the satisfy even the most volume hungry players on the planet. Variable 3-channel operation allows you to switch among crystal clear clean, red hot overdrive and screaming high gain all controllable from the included remote footswitch. The FW120H is perfectly suited for the Crate FW412A/B 4×12 cabinets. All About Crate Amps Since our first piece of ready-for-the-trenches gear, we’ve made innovation the norm and the player our priority. Now, with that same youthful grit and aggressive approach to sound, Crate directs the future of the industry. As avid guitar players themselves, Crate engineers build the gear they want to use. And as crafters of tone, they’re naturally good listeners—not only to the purity of sound, but also to the insight of their fellow musicians, whose immeasurable experience is a driving force behind every piece of Crate gear. Our musician-first philosophy produces innovative, versatile amps appreciated by players and industry critics alike, and since our first piece of gear we’ve infused that unmistakable Crate style. Nearly 35 years ago, traditional amp builders had staked their claim to legions of players satisfied with amp technologies that’d been around for 20+ years. While our monolithic competitors rested on their laurels, Crate made innovation the norm with stripped down, ready-for-the-trenches designs. The solid pine box, ammo can handle, and metal reinforcements of our near-indestructible first models would be a sign of greatness to come. And with our patented FlexWave technology as the springboard to our success, even the most discriminating musicians came to feel the vibe. With that same youthful grit and aggressive approach to sound, Crate now directs the future of the industry. Our engineers lead the pack with the implementation of digital effects technologies, and our product line continues to evolve ahead of the cusp. It’s an ongoing testament to the passion of employees who make great sounding music their livelihood, their hobby, and their way of life. Crate your own sound… with Crate.
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let there be rock
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Here is my new crate 3112 guitar amplifier. It’s a 30 watt combo with a Tone Tubby 12inch Speaker in the back (a green one). I got it for 0.00 Australian Dollars from a second hand store and they usually retail for about 99.00 in most stores (yes we get ripped off in Australia).
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Dean ML Guitar Case Standard
Jun 25, 2010 Dean Guitar
Dean ML Guitar Case Standard
Dean ML Guitar Case Standard
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Dean Deleo’s Guitar Pick
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Dean Deleo handed me this guitar pick during the Stone Temple Pilots show at the Tweeter Center in mansfield MA. 6-1-2008
www.learnshredguitar.com I got into the top 18, which was nice. The guitar I’m playing is an Ibanez Universe, made in the 90′s. I bought it off a close friend for a very cheap price. 4 owner guitar, I know all 4 guys. This is a shred comp, let’s keep this in mind. I can play slow if I need to. And let’s face it, if you burn and have shit vibrato, it’s just gonna sound horrible. If you want to hear my music, check out Flatstick, it’s much more interesting than the 60 seconds here www.myspace.com ———————–Chat (MSN): dougsteele69@hotmail.com Email: doug.steele@gmail.com DS online lessons: www.learnshredguitar.com DS Myspace: www.myspace.com DS Music: www.myspace.com DS Voice Talent: www.myspace.com MUSIC BIO: American born Doug Steele (aka John Sanders) has been playing guitar for 20+ years, teaching 10+ years, with lots of studio and live experience. Doug has done clinics for Ibanez, Line 6, Peavey, and is currently working closely with Dean guitars at learnshredguitar.com. Doug is co-founder of Guitar Fight Club, and was top 18 in Dean Guitar‘s Worldwide Shredder Search Competition. Doug is in Melbourne cover band Dr Nick, and teaches guitar from home. Doug’s guitar influences are Eddie Van Halen, George Lynch, Paul Gilbert, and Jason Becker. RADIO: Aside from Doug’s guitar skills, Doug has been a radio personality on the Austereo Network (1999-2004). Doug was an offsider on countless night shows Australia wide, featuring crazed rants (Doug Steele, American …
Reading guitar tab: for beginners – lesson3
Jan 30, 2010 Easy Guitar Tabs
This is the 3rd and final part to this lesson series on how to read guitar tab. This lesson covers all that was learnt in the previous lessons. For more help visit: http://www.guitarpronto.com/Guitar-tab.htm
Duration : 2 min 17 sec
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Reading guitar tab: for beginners – lesson1
Jan 30, 2010 Easy Guitar Tabs
This video is 1/3 that breaks down how to read guitar tab so that you can learn it easily and effectively. For more help on guitat tabs visit: http://www.guitarpronto.com/Guitar-tab.htm.
Duration : 2 min
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How To Play Guitar For Beginners – Learn To Play Guitar Fast
Jan 20, 2010 Easy Guitar Play
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– learn how to play guitar for beginners and play like The Eagles, Green Day, Pink Floyd, Guns 'N Roses, Jimi Hendrix, Nirvana, Eric Clapton, The Beatles and more.
You can learn how to play guitar fast using free lessons, step by step instructions, easy tutorials, jam tracks and famous songs.
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Duration : 4 min 49 sec
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Johnny Rocker Playing Guitar Part One
Jan 20, 2010 Easy Guitar Music
Barney TV Presents Johnny Rocker Playing Guitar Part One. Look out for more from Johnny coming soon on www.barneytv.co.uk
Duration : 2 min 39 sec
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Learn To Play Guitar: Intro To Basic Chords Part 2
Jan 20, 2010 Easy Guitar Lessons
In this tutorial, instructor Danny Grady demonstrates the most basic chords on the guitar suitable for absolute beginners. Using open chords and very simple right hand patterns, this tutorial is ideal for beginners. Videos here are in parts – for free downloads of the full, uncut, high quality videos, go to http://www.ivideosongs.com/search/tutorials.aspx
Duration : 2 min 54 sec
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Ultimate Guitar Trainer
Jan 16, 2010 Easy Guitar Music
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Guitar Lessons on DVD – Learn To Play Guitar the Best Way
Jan 11, 2010 Easy Guitar Lessons
Contact http://www.FirstNote.biz and learn guitar lessons on DVD also learn to play guitar the best way.
Duration : 2 min 45 sec
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Ultimate Guitar Trainer
Jan 11, 2010 Easy Guitar Music
http://swburl.com/b1001 Ultimate Guitar Trainer Play Along With The Pros Your Favorite Guitar Trainer http://www.ShopWatchBuy.com
Duration : 2 min 51 sec
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Ultimate Guitar Trainer
Jan 2, 2010 Easy Guitar Music
http://swburl.com/b1001 Ultimate Guitar Trainer Play Along With The Pros Your Favorite Guitar Trainer http://www.ShopWatchBuy.com
Duration : 2 min 51 sec
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Take Guitar Lessons on DVD
Jan 2, 2010 Easy Guitar Lessons
Learn the basics at http://www.FirstNote.biz for Guitar Lessons on DVD.
Duration : 2 min 34 sec
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