The Guitar Pron Thread

[Chad Fuck 17,830]

I have one of these. It’s not the most playable guitar I’ve ever owned, it’s a pain to restring, and it goes out of tune easily.  But... it has a full-sized fretboard and on-board electronics, and is very portable. I typically take mine on vacations and extended work trips. 
 

My brother has one of those and also recommended.

[DougO 5,257]

I've seen a few people on fecebook posting pics of their red, white and blue guitars together. It made me realize the glaring weakness in my guitar pron game. Of my 20-something guitars I don't have a single blue one, and blue is my favorite color.

[DougO 5,257]

Come to think of it, I don't think I have a white one, either.

[BrickHorn 18,298]

5 hours ago, Chad Fuck said:

My brother has one of those and also recommended.

I would look for a used one, though. Pretty sure I got mine used for $200. And go in with realistic expectations about quality. It’s not a 59 Les Paul or a custom Collings. It was worth $200 to me to have an electric with a headphone jack and full scale fretboard that is about the size of a violin.

[Goredho 17,455]

1 hour ago, DougO said:

I've seen a few people on fecebook posting pics of their red, white and blue guitars together. It made me realize the glaring weakness in my guitar pron game. Of my 20-something guitars I don't have a single blue one, and blue is my favorite color.

 

1 hour ago, DougO said:

Come to think of it, I don't think I have a white one, either.

You should be cast into the Gorge of Eternal Peril.

[Napoleon 8,709]

On 7/3/2020 at 9:50 PM, Chad Fuck said:

I have to say, I got a good strap for my SG and it's like a new guitar to me.  Just having the right strap cured the neck dive and now it's my new favorite.  

That said, I may have to hit the road during all this...unpleasantness.  Anyone have a suggestion for a good travel-size/parlour guitar?  

ORANGEWOOD "VICTORIA" is a nice parlor sized guitar than you don't have to worry about dinging up.

$125, but you can get 10% OFF by entering "DARRELLSFRIENDS10" and it coms with a padded gig bag, plus no tax.

Specifications

• Electronics: N/A
• Tuners: Chrome Die-Cast
• Neck Shape: C
• Scale: 25.5"
• Nut / Saddle: Bone
• Nut Width: 43mm
• Bracing: Scalloped X
• Finish: Natural Satin
 

Dimensions

• Overall Length: 39 13/16”
• Body Length: 19 1/4”
• Body Depth: 3 15/16"
• Upper Bout: 11 1/16”
• Middle Bout: 9 9/16”
• Lower Bout: 15 1/4”
 

Features

• Body Shape: Grand Concert 
• Top Wood: Layered Spruce 
• Back / Sides: Layered Mahogany 
• Neck: Mahogany 
• Fretboard: Hybrid Wood 
• Bridge: Hybrid Wood 
• Pickguard: Included (Optional) 
• Gig Bag: Included

https://orangewoodguitars.com/collections/playa-collection/products/victoria

Or you can go with one of the smaller Dana guitars (Mahogany or Spruce) for the same price.

https://orangewoodguitars.com/collections/playa-collection

[hullabelew 3,724]

We are doing a benefit called 500 Songs for Kids. 500 bands play one song each. We got "Last Kiss". This is it, without vocals. Very basic but fun to mess around with.

http://toddism.com/music/LastKiss.mp3

Info about the benefit.
https://www.songsforkids.org/500SongsForKids

[Buzzrock 15,014]

I had a switch plate made for my frankentele (Les Paul style setup) I’ve mentioned before that labels the neck and bridge positions “Sick” and “Gnarly”.
 
Seemed like better descriptions to me.

[noharleyyet 2,853]

Reverb/ a 65...says headstock painted to match is only non original

[Napoleon 8,709]

On 7/3/2020 at 9:50 PM, Chad Fuck said:

I have to say, I got a good strap for my SG and it's like a new guitar to me.  Just having the right strap cured the neck dive and now it's my new favorite.  

That said, I may have to hit the road during all this...unpleasantness.  Anyone have a suggestion for a good travel-size/parlour guitar?  

 

Musician's Friend's STUPID DEAL OF THE DAY $399 down from $699.

https://www.musiciansfriend.com/stupid

[Deej 77,005]

Epiphone releasing a 59 Les Paul model with Gibson pups, wiring and hardware, plus a long tenon neck joint. 

 

[DougO 5,257]

13 hours ago, Napoleon said:

ORANGEWOOD "VICTORIA" is a nice parlor sized guitar than you don't have to worry about dinging up.

$125, but you can get 10% OFF by entering "DARRELLSFRIENDS10" and it coms with a padded gig bag, plus no tax.

Specifications

• Electronics: N/A
• Tuners: Chrome Die-Cast
• Neck Shape: C
• Scale: 25.5"
• Nut / Saddle: Bone
• Nut Width: 43mm
• Bracing: Scalloped X
• Finish: Natural Satin
 

Dimensions

• Overall Length: 39 13/16”
• Body Length: 19 1/4”
• Body Depth: 3 15/16"
• Upper Bout: 11 1/16”
• Middle Bout: 9 9/16”
• Lower Bout: 15 1/4”
 

Features

• Body Shape: Grand Concert 
• Top Wood: Layered Spruce 
• Back / Sides: Layered Mahogany 
• Neck: Mahogany 
• Fretboard: Hybrid Wood 
• Bridge: Hybrid Wood 
• Pickguard: Included (Optional) 
• Gig Bag: Included

https://orangewoodguitars.com/collections/playa-collection/products/victoria

Or you can go with one of the smaller Dana guitars (Mahogany or Spruce) for the same price.

https://orangewoodguitars.com/collections/playa-collection

 

 

What two trees do they mate to produce hybrid wood offspring?

 

[Napoleon 8,709]

1 hour ago, DougO said:

What two trees do they mate to produce hybrid wood offspring?

🤷‍♂️

[VABuckeye 2,472]

South Austin’s mom has seen hybrid wood. 

[hullabelew 3,724]

On 7/5/2020 at 4:29 PM, DougO said:

 

 

What two trees do they mate to produce hybrid wood offspring?

 

Viagra tree and any bush?  

[JSB 677]

Ok, I need some help. I've fucked around with guitars for 20 years now, but my now retired father has decided he wants to try and pick it up now that he has a ton of free time. His hands are on the smaller side with fat fingers. He needs an acoustic, for very basic strumming on the back porch. What do you guys recommend these days for something that may wind up in the closet after 6 months? I want to get him something decent, but don't want to spend more than $500 or so. Also, do I get him the beginner package with the books and stuff, since he isn't very computer savy to get on some youtube lessons?   

[tbone_ 14,213]

Look at seagull. Plus you need to get him at least computer savy enough to do YouTube or Fender play for lessons. So much better that way.

[jimmyjazz 46,352]

You can get a Taylor Academy 10 or Academy 12 for $499 from Sweetwater.  Both have narrow necks.

The Seagull S6 is a known contender, and probably $50 less expensive, but it has a wider neck.

Personally, I'd look at Breedlove, as they are discounting some of their guitars right now.  (Well, they were through June 30.  Their website still seems to indicate the discounts are active.)  They build a great instrument.  $329 - $379 could get him a very good beginner guitar.

[topochico 1,049]

Seagull offers a Slim S6 version. Drops the width a bit. The string spacing is actually the same, but the width is taken out at the edges.

My vote is a Yamaha FG/FSX series and spend the rest on a great set up. A concert size would be my pick for comfortable porch strumming. 

https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/FGX800C--yamaha-fgx800c-dreadnought-cutaway-natural

https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/FSX820C--yamaha-fsx820c-concert-cutaway-natural

An iPad and Fender Play App is a really user friendly way to go.
 

If you are in DFW, I have a Seagull S6 that I could cut you a Surly deal on. 

Edited July 7, 2020 by topochico

[Deej 77,005]

The Yamaha FG series guitars punch well above their weight. The neck on mine isn't too big and is very comfortable to play. 

[DougO 5,257]

I'm not sure he would want a narrow neck. Probably better for short fingers, but not for fat fingers. Lots of small-handed people are great guitar players. From my own experience, fat fingertips pose a greater challenge.

[jimmyjazz 46,352]

1 hour ago, DougO said:

I'm not sure he would want a narrow neck. Probably better for short fingers, but not for fat fingers. Lots of small-handed people are great guitar players. From my own experience, fat fingertips pose a greater challenge.

[JSB 677]

Well I went with a Breedlove. If he doesn’t like it after a while, it will join my stable. I will be going back to Frisco Music. They have a bad ass shop.



My dog zoey loves it.

[Chad Fuck 17,830]

Purty.

[jimmyjazz 46,352]

[Buzzrock 15,014]

I’m not enamored of the overseas cheapo Breedloves, but I’m a snob because I got a steal on a short-lived American model. How is it?

[JSB 677]

11 hours ago, Buzzrock said:

I’m not enamored of the overseas cheapo Breedloves, but I’m a snob because I got a steal on a short-lived American model. How is it?

I really like it, very warm sound. No electronics, and I don't think I would buy it for myself, but for a beginner, it is a killer guitar. 

[topochico 1,049]

Couple of nice options on sale today. 

https://www.guitarcenter.com/Daily-Pick.gc

https://www.musiciansfriend.com/stupid

[Goredho 17,455]

That G&L Bass is tempting.

[DougO 5,257]

4 hours ago, Goredho said:

That G&L Bass is tempting.

Lots of reviewers complain about the intonation issue with bridge length, but hard to beat for the money.

[Goredho 17,455]

36 minutes ago, DougO said:

Lots of reviewers complain about the intonation issue with bridge length, but hard to beat for the money.

Yeah, not going to get it, but need to pick up a reasonable bass for recording as my next instrument.

[Napoleon 8,709]

11 hours ago, Goredho said:

Yeah, not going to get it, but need to pick up a reasonable bass for recording as my next instrument.

I would recommend finding a bass that plays in tune. You’ll be glad you did. 👍

[Deej 77,005]

Norman's Rare Guitars just posted this 335. 

I think I just peed myself a little.

[Goredho 17,455]

What year is that?

[Deej 77,005]

1970.

And then there's this. Lordy.

 

[Goredho 17,455]

Man, before the world shit the universe I had plans to buy a 1970 guitar for my 50th birthday.  Maybe when I turn 100.

[Deej 77,005]

You've been buying guitars since the world shit the universe. Don't act like we don't know you, Goredho. 

Edited July 16, 2020 by Deej

[topochico 1,049]

Just now, Goredho said:

Man, before the world shit the universe I had plans to buy a 1970 guitar for my 50th birthday.  Maybe when I turn 100.

If I contract and survive Covid, I have already decided that I am going to get a Corona survival bass. 

[Chad Fuck 17,830]

I’ve decided to sate my work from home (cruise Reverb all day) new gear urge by getting some new straps. Cheaper than a guitar or amp, but still somewhat satisfying and useful. Above is a Soldier Jeff Tweedy/ Owl strap for my Tweedy SG. As mentioned up thread, getting a new strap has really made me pick this guitar up more often and it’s currently a front runner in the stable.

[Chad Fuck 17,830]

A Couch western motif strap for the guitar I most often play country with:

[Goredho 17,455]

2020 reducing us to strap pr0n is heartbreaking.

[Chad Fuck 17,830]

This is a silver sparkle racer for my silver sparkle Dano that I use for open tunings. I had no idea it would be so matchy-matchy, but I kind of dig it.


So the Couches are vinyl and they have a ton of cool options (I’m looking at the Mustang trunk mat material), but the Souldier is a better strap. More comfortable and doesn’t seem to slip as much as the back side is seat belt material.

Anyhow, those are my latest gear purchases for sharing.

[Chad Fuck 17,830]

3 minutes ago, Goredho said:

2020 reducing us to strap pr0n is heartbreaking.

 

[Foggy Notion 1,202]

Strap pr0n is better than no pr0n. 

[tbone_ 14,213]

Team plain black nylon strap here. I kind of just want the strap to disappear.

[jimmyjazz 46,352]

29 minutes ago, tbone_ said:

Team plain black nylon strap here. I kind of just want the strap to disappear.
 

Those seem to be the only ones I never lose.  I prefer a simple thinline black leather strap with a small padded shoulder section, but those get "lost" (ahem, stolen at gigs) at an alarming rate.

[Deej 77,005]

Strap pron? Here's my LP strap.

 

[topochico 1,049]

I got really bored during quarantine and decided to pick up a project. Rescued this guy and have spent some time getting it back to it’s 80’s greatness. I’m starting a Jem and the Holograms cover band if anyone is interested.

 

 

 

Edited July 16, 2020 by topochico

[topochico 1,049]

This was the before pic. May not have been cleaned since 1985.

The case is super tiny.

Edited July 16, 2020 by topochico

[topochico 1,049]

Team Couch strap.

Edited July 16, 2020 by topochico