by Todd - September 2nd, 2010 — Famous Musicians, Gibson Guitars, Guitar News
If you’ve wondered “What Happened to Don Felder?” He’s been busy. For the epic “Hotel California”, Don Felder said used a 1959 Gibson Les Paul Standard for every electric guitar part and he recently did and interview with Gibson to talk about how and when he got it, how he came up with the idea for the song and the solo, and an old elastic capo.
by Todd - September 2nd, 2010 — Fun Stuff, Guitar News, Singing
I wouldn’t believe if there was no video, but Michael Winslow can officially be called “The Human Guitar” using only his voice to replicate a guitar. He performs the electric guitar with a full band including the solo with a piece reminiscent of Pink Floyd if you turn off the lights, sit on the floor and put on the ultraviolets. Remarkable what can be done with the human body if you put your mind to it. I have no idea if he can play a traditional guitar or actually sing, but this is certainly something else. What do you think?
via Huffington Post
by Todd - September 1st, 2010 — Guitar Straps, How To's
There are inexpensive ways of making sure that your guitar doesn’t fall out of the strap and go for ride. Dunlop makes replacement pins/screws that secure the strap to your guitar along with attachments for your existing strap. They go for around $12-$15.
Now, there’s an even simpler method that’s even less expensive. It a one-piece lock device that you put on over your strap holder once the strap’s in place.
$3.95 … Buy Now!
by Todd - September 1st, 2010 — Guitar Straps, Reviews
So your looking for cheap guitar straps that are leather? I’ll cover a few in this post. Now, you could make your own if you have an old leather belt that’s long enough or get one from the thrift shop. Just punch holes in the leather to size it for you. You may find that anything that’s less than 2″ wide may dig into your shoulder after a while. So here’s 5 leather straps you can get for less than $20 …
1. Perri’s Leather Guitar Strap
Slick looking black leather stap with embossed design. Choose Rose or Eagle design.
$11.95 … Buy Now!
by Todd - September 1st, 2010 — Amplifiers, Effects, Famous Musicians, Guitar News, Headphone Amps
Vox’s popular amPlug Headphone guitar amps now feature a Joe Satriani model that features 2 of of Joe’s signature sounds. Vox says that this amPlug “preserves much of the “pick attack” to create an articulate, playable distortion.”
by Todd - August 31st, 2010 — Blues Guitar, Famous Musicians
At age 74, Buddy Guy doesn’t move around stage much anymore but his fingers still do the talking. He current touring with B.B. King and doing his best to keep the blues alive by giving a bit of a history lesson between tunes. If you don’t know Buddy Guy’s music, he’s been a major influence on the likes of Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Stevie Ray Vaughan. Not to mention, he’s a 5-time Grammy winner and has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
