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Comment on Is it easy to learn to play eletric guitar online? by Vancouver Guitar Lessons

Vancouver Guitar Lessons — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 15:41:46 +0000

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Comment on Blues guitar instruction – Not for beginners by Guitar Lessons Critic

Guitar Lessons Critic — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 16:22:16 +0000

Ahhh…Blues. There’s nothing quite like it. This was a great post by the way!

Am Pentatonic is a fantastic scale to start with too.

Comment on Boss GT pro review – The guitar effects processor I use by play electric guitar

play electric guitar — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 18:11:42 +0000

Hi Doc,
I think it’s definitely possible to use the GT pro in the effects loop of your Mesa Boogie. I would go cautiously though. To be perfectly honest, I’ve never used the Boss Gt pro that way and I’m a little worried about impedance mismatches and suchlike. I do know that everything can be turned off though, including cabinet simulation.
Why not give some of the preamps in the Gt pro a try though. You never know what you might be missing.
I bought a Gibson Les Paul the other day, and it’s like rediscovering this thing all over again.
Admittedly, the Mesa boogie simulations still suck on the GT pro, so not much help replacing the real thing there.
Sorry I took so long to answer. I’ll look into it a little further later on and see what else I can come up with.

Comment on Behringer V-Amp 3 or cheap V-Amp 2, you decide by Rev Taz Pengra

Rev Taz Pengra — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 18:21:21 +0000

I have a Behringer V-ampire 1×12 amp, basically a combo amp with a V-amp2 built into it, that I use as a practice amp at home. I get GREAT sound out of it, especially since I use a second cab and run it in stereo. I use a Adrenalinn-3 modeler on my stage rig, but even that high priced unit doesn’t match the sound I get with the V-amp. I looked around for a cheap V-amp2 without much luck, so I went ahead and bought a new V-amp3, which will replace my Adrenalinn-3. I’m thinking, hey, for $40 more than a used V-amp2 I get a new unit with a warranty and USB capability, and free recording software to boot (like I need ANOTHER recording software program!). For my Behringer wish list, I’d like to see something like the Line-6 PodLive pedal, a V-amp3 built into an FCB 1010, with a BIG tuning LCD screen.

Comment on Boss GT pro review – The guitar effects processor I use by Doc

Doc — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 17:49:33 +0000

Hi,

You really seem to understand this device. So I’d like some guidance. I really only want (at this stage of the game) to use this as my effects bench. I don’t want amplifier or speaker simulation at all. I’ve actually read the docs and don’t see my use case at all. Is there a “correct” way to do this? I have a Mesa/Boogie 5/25 amp that I really like and don’t want to get into the single dropping of the array of foot pedals.

Your advice will be appreciated.

Doc

Comment on Behringer V-Amp 3 or cheap V-Amp 2, you decide by play electric guitar

play electric guitar — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 01:35:55 +0000

Hi Daniel,
I find what you say a bit disturbing. My experience with the V-amp has only been positive.
Maybe you had a dud or something.
I used the original V-amp a lot though, and only briefly had a go on the V-amp 2.
I used to get mind blowingly good sounds out of the V-amp going straight into the PA system.
I have heard a V-amp sounding bad, but that was because I lent my guitar and V-amp to a bassist who wasn’t familiar with getting good guitar sounds. He also wasn’t so good at understanding how to use the thing, mostly because he didn’t speak english and my manual was in english.
I don’t think it was the sampling rate that makes that harsh sound. I’ve heard what it is that you’re talking about, but for some reason, my own settings always gave me a good sound.
I’ve also heard a PodXT sounding great as well, but never felt the need to look into getting one.
Maybe if I had a variax, I might seriously consider it.
Thanks for stopping by.

Comment on Behringer V-Amp 3 or cheap V-Amp 2, you decide by Daniel Araujo

Daniel Araujo — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 16:55:28 +0000

I used to own a v-amp 2 + the FCB 1010 and I loved that setup, except for a few things:

1) turning on mod fx causes a huge volume drop;

2) low internal sampling makes the high frequencies sound harsh;

3) when controlling volume from the FCB, it would behave radically different between amp models – like it’s a PRE-amp-volume on some models and a POST-amp-volume on others.

I have switched to a PodXT and never looked back. If Behringer would fix those issues I’d buy a new v-amp.

Comment on Behringer V-Amp 3 or cheap V-Amp 2, you decide by Fuzz Pedal

Fuzz Pedal — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:53:31 +0000

The V-Amp 3 looks good, but I might check out eBay for a V-Amp 2, if the price is right. The budget is tight right now

Comment on How to play fast guitar solos by Mr. ElectricGuitar

Mr. ElectricGuitar — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 06:59:53 +0000

Hey thanks for this tip! I will give this a try!

— Mike

Comment on Boss GT pro review – The guitar effects processor I use by Play electric guitar

Play electric guitar — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 21:46:14 +0000

Hi Jorgen,
I think the GT 8 is very similar to the GT pro. I didn’t spend too much time with the GT 8, so there may be some small differences.
Boss is always trying to improve their amplifier modelling, so I should imagine the GT 10 could sound a little better.
Can’t say for sure though.
If you end up with a GT 8, I’m sure my patches will work well on it.
Merry Christmas to you too.
He who dies with the most toys, wins.

Comment on Boss GT pro review – The guitar effects processor I use by jorgen

jorgen — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 19:42:04 +0000

First of all: Great tone and superb play. I’m ingresting in a boss gt10. Do you think it’s similar to the pro, or can I buy a gt8 and get the same functions?

Merry Christmas to you

Regards Jorgen

Comment on A beginner electric guitar lesson that doesn’t hurt so much by Karen

Karen — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 09:49:02 +0000

Nice website, very informative. I really do like to read a lot about guitars, effects, amps and the likes, thats why i visit them a lot. Keep up the good work

Comment on Boss GT pro review – The guitar effects processor I use by Play electric guitar

Play electric guitar — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 12:47:54 +0000

Hi Bill,
I’d have to have your setup in front of me to really get to the bottom of it, but something I’ve found that might help is if you press the “System” button, and scroll through using the parameter > button, right at the end you get to a screen that says METER:Input.
You can then check as you play.
By using the patch/value dial you can monitor the level at every stage of the signal chain.
What I’ve often found with my patches is that even though the signal may not be peaking in the individual effects, the resultant “Main out” or “DGT” signal can still be overloading like crazy.
I then go back and lower the gain in all the stages that make sense, like pre-amp and choruses etc.
This usually solves the problem.
I think steel guitars have quite powerful pickups as well, so maybe that’s the core issue.
Outside of these things the only other thing I can think of is to get some kind of attenuator.
Hope that helps. Thanks for stopping by.

Comment on Boss GT pro review – The guitar effects processor I use by Bill McCumber

Bill McCumber — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:54:42 +0000

I play steel guitar. I have had my GT PRO for for 7 months. I normally play a clean sound. When I got the unit every program was distorted. I call Roland and the had me set the Output to -10db. That took care of the distortion generally. However when I play two or 3 string at a time I get a distortion. I call Roland again and we went thru my settings with no luck I still had distortation. So I sent it back to Roland and they said everything was at factory specs. Have you had any experience with this problem. I can use the same guitar on my GX 700 or Alesis with not distortion.

Thanks

Bill

Comment on Behringer V-Amp 3 or cheap V-Amp 2, you decide by miko

miko — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 14:04:18 +0000

I have them Both – It’s the same sound! only 4 amps are new.
If you need it for live app’ so buy V-amp2 (comes with bag & footswitch)
For recordings V-Amp3 (comes without bag or footswitch but USB soundcard include in the package)

Comment on Behringer V-Amp 3 or cheap V-Amp 2, you decide by play electric guitar

play electric guitar — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 07:36:46 +0000

Hey Miko,
Thanks for leaving that comment. Personally, I’d go for the V-amp 3 seeing as I do a lot more recording nowadays then actual gigging. I do remember though that the original V-amp gave me a phenomenal rock sound when going through the PA system. It was a mother of a PA, so I suppose that helped as well.
I guess if you want a v-amp2 now, ebay is the only online option. They’re all sold out.

Comment on Rock guitars for beginners by Ediger

Ediger — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 03:18:12 +0000

Wonderful post! gud stuff..

Comment on Boss GT pro review – The guitar effects processor I use by Play electric guitar

Play electric guitar — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 00:41:09 +0000

It’s been a pleasure Scott, so yeah – GOOD LUCK.

Comment on Boss GT pro review – The guitar effects processor I use by Scott Michael

Scott Michael — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 20:03:43 +0000

Hi Andrew,
Thanks for all the info you have passed on to me. I have been running it through my return mostly on my Peavey Classic 30 and things haven’t been all bad! I will take some of your advice and give a try to running it straight into my clean channel. Instead of the dual amp mode I have been setting it to dual amp mode momo which I think is the only way to use it running it directly into my amp? Thanks for taking the time to help me out buddy! I really do appreciate the comments and the help you have given me! Wish me good luck!
Scott Michael

Comment on Boss GT pro review – The guitar effects processor I use by Eric

Eric — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 08:30:00 +0000

Andrew, awesome playing on the YouTube vid.

Got a Gt-pro myself & am mainly using one of the existing patches (think it’s ‘Massive’ – through both channels). Sounds rocking, but at high volume it feedbacks like nuts – even though I have a Rocktron Guitar Silencer in the loop. I have to wind the guitar volume right down at the end of a track to stop it going bonkers. What I really want is that Metallica stop-on-a-sixpence sound. Going to have a go at setting one of your patches but be interested in your thoughts. If I can’t sort it, I’m considering going over to using Guitar Rig 3 through a laptop live.

Many thanks
Eric.