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Post by Phil on Jul 29, 2014 16:51:39 GMT -6
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Post by bluesbruce on Jul 29, 2014 18:31:48 GMT -6
Thanks for that, Phil. Interesting stuff. I think the time I spend on this forum is a violation of number 2, but I think sharing recordings and videos on here qualifies as number 4. I think number 3 is a point I've referred to as "diminishing returns" of practicing the same thing over and over, rather than moving on to something new.
I might add a number 8 from personal experience - that buying more books, videos, guitars, equipment, etc (or shopping for such), won't make you a better player, either.
Bruce
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Post by cunningr on Jul 29, 2014 22:45:01 GMT -6
8 my not make you better, but might help keep you excited about playing leading to more practice time. At least that's the excuse I like to use so I can order new toys.
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Post by tuch on Jul 30, 2014 8:48:21 GMT -6
Learning to "Set up" your gtr To suit your UNIQUE preferences/Style (DIY it)-Teaches you a lot & is beneficial from a Players point of view!.Tailoring the gtr to suit your fretting hand helps you to musically progress faster!Electric gtrs are adjustable(the saddles etc).the String height,for comfort.,ease of executing chords & solo note playing.Why "fight" the strings.
Its knowing the steps ABC etc,.in a set up that's important.Acoustic gtrs,Can be adjusted too.
Think: if the gtr is not set up correctly to suit,Frustration occurs.The guitar repair guide/Dan Erlwine is a Bible of info,but does not tell you "How".But IS an informative book.
You don't need expensive,specialized tools to achieve it.A cheap Steel ruler that spans ALL the frets.(File Notches=a Notched ruler/ 2 tools in 1) Welders Nozzle Cleaners( string slot file(s)
Know how to adjust the (Tension) Rod etc...=Tailor the gtr to suit YOU,your playing preferences etc.
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Post by blackcountrymick on Jul 30, 2014 16:41:54 GMT -6
8 my not make you better, but might help keep you excited about playing leading to more practice time. At least that's the excuse I like to use so I can order new toys. I am (very) guilty as charged but doing research on stuff and looking for the best deals takes away your valuable practice time. There is no way I will ever live long enough to work through all the music books and lessons I have  |
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Post by bluesbruce on Jul 30, 2014 18:53:52 GMT -6
Yeah, Mick, I'm definitely right with you there - I said this was from "personal experience"! I constantly fight wanting to buy another book or video (or even a better guitar). Just gotta keep tellin' myself "QUIT WASTING YOUR TIME - GO PRACTICE SOME INSTEAD".
Bruce
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Post by jack1982 on Jul 31, 2014 5:27:08 GMT -6
I've got Gear Acquisition Syndrome so bad lol. There's a picture of a Fender Blacktop Stratocaster as the wallpaper on my computer right now - I need one of those  I think it's just a natural part of the hobby. Hey ya ever see a professional guitarist who doesn't own dozens of guitars? I rest my case. |
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Post by cunningr on Jul 31, 2014 5:55:13 GMT -6
Jack I agree 100% wanting more gear just kinda goes with the hobby! besides you can't practice 24 hours a day, I use my ipad to review stuff while my wife is watching tv. No wife time means she finds me when I am practicing and starts talking, easy to appear attent while drooling over a new piece of hardware.
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I think it's just a natural part of the hobby.