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I did think of that, but the Pod is full of FX too, noise gate/compression/reverb/delay etc.

I guess this is a try it and see situation, but I need to find out how to use a Pocket Pod live. The plan was to connect the Pod to a DI, but as the GDI21 has a DI out it will give a bit more versatility. I only need 2 sounds, clean and dirty, which I will get from the Pod. But if I need to change between them mid song I can use a clean Pod sound, and kick on a dirty GDI21 sound. I'm guessing noise gate full on in the Pod? Guitar > wireless > Pocket Pod > GDI21 > PA

many years ago when I played classical guitar, I was never without an emery board, and a clear nail strengthener.

Among other things, I'd like to see total fret access.

For once this is actually a genuine question - is it any good for metal?

Pretty accurate

Probably going to buy one of these too. Probably the jazz one.

If ever they manage to do a convincing nylon string model, I'd be tempted.

How does it sound?

Was looking for the 'Wow' like, and there isn't one!

Withdrawn.

Sex Pistols anyone?

I ended up buying these. The thickness is the same for all, 0.6 and 1.2, but the material for each is different with different levels of 'flex'. The green is the stiffest, followed by red then black. Ideally I'd want the green pick but with the black softer pick.

Good advice from all above, the only thing I would say is that for me playing along to a metronome is slightly less boring than watching paint dry. Playing along with drums can make things a bit more interesting, plenty of free apps available on the t'internet. Also playing along with songs can be good as this will also work your 'ear' as you find the key and how to fit the licks.

There are no absolutes. At a gig you might expect ZZ Top to be wearing denims, or you might expect them to be wearing suits. They're gonna be awesome regardless. Flying V's may be associated with metal, but when they came out lots of Country bands were using them. Billy Duffy uses his Gretch in The Cult. No Rockabilly in sight!

Those are 3 different questions, and for me there a 3 different answers: Favourites Ray Burns (Captain Sensible) Roberto Aussel C.C. DeVille Influenced Francis Dunnery Paul Gilbert John Williams Profound Effect My mate Mark My first classical guitar teacher Kee Marcello

Excitement and nervousness share similar physiological symptoms, so adjusting your mindset can help.. If you like gigging, the next time you feel nervous about it, tell yourself 'I'm not nervous, I'm excited!' and smile while you're saying it. "even a fake smile — can have a positive impact on mood. Essentially, triggering certain facial muscles by smiling can "trick" your brain into thinking you're happy". Psychology innit!

wowzers! Interesting. I'd want to try before I bought, especially at those prices, but in the current climate that may be frowned upon.

I usually use Jim Dunlop stubbies for lead, so filing isn't an option. What are the control picks?

So if I'm recording a Niles Rodgers type funky guitar part, I'll use a thinner bendy pick, but if I'm recording a shred solo, I use a solid pointy fat pick. The question is, what to do live when I have to play both? Is this why people have picks on the mic stand?

Since I stopped playing for the band that I played guitar in, I visit here a lot less.

Guitar is a genuine Gibson copy

In terms of lyrics, context is everything. eg. in the USA they refer to University as 'school', so an American band singing about waiting for a girl after school, isn't necessarily as bad as it sounds. Although it probably is

The thing about AC/DC (and to a similar extent Status Quo) is that there are so many bands doing bad cover versions. Reason being, on first listen the songs do sound simple. But take a closer listen and they are doing all kinds of interesting stuff. Malcolm especially, is always using different inversions, and different octaves, which usually get missed when other people play them.

Gibson Melody Maker Flying V. Upgraded with an adjustable Tone Pro bridge, and an Iron Gear Hot Slag HB. Comes with a Flying V hard shell case. Will put pics when I get around to it.