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Gibson SG setup and string-PU bridge interference solution
Gibson SG setup video tutorial: Tutorial on how to create the complete setup of the Gibson SG using the factory data and solving two typical problems of this guitar, that is, the fact that the strings, coming out of the stopbar, engage the edges of the stopbar itself and of the bridge, I will use…
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Gibson SG Burstbucker Pro PAF upgrade plus hand wiring mod
Gibson SG upgrade video in IT: The creation of the mod. it does not present particular difficulties in itself, the video shows in detail the most complicated phases to carry out. The technical concepts that lead to preferring air wiring and above all the implementation or otherwise of treble bleed deserve a separate discussion. To…
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Smooth groove Am backing track, practice seventh chords.
Backing track: I created this backing track to be played with these chords, mostly sevenths, AM7 CM7 Gm7 Am7 AM7 CM7 Gm7 Am7 Gmaj7sus2 DM7 Gmaj7sus2 DM7 FM7 G6 A A and the reason is simple: Seventh chords are like a sonic palette that adds colour and depth to the music. With their extra note,…
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All pentatonic boxes played between 4th and 8th fret Backing Track
Backing Track to easily memorize pentatonic boxes: I created this Backing Track to be able to more easily memorize the 5 boxes of the minor pentatonic, always starting from the A placed at the fifth fret of the sixth string. The minor pentatonic scale is one of the most commonly used scales in popular music,…
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EKO Les Paul PAF upgrade plus piezo. Three guitars in one
Les Paul PAF upgrade e Piezo Mod video tutorial: I present to you the major overhaul of my EKO Les Paul 80′ whose electronics no longer worked. The update involved replacing the pickups, potentiometers, switch, jack socket and all the wiring with an Epiphone Probucker kit with quick connectors, therefore solderless. The mod instead concerned…
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Les Paul setup with Gibson’s official specs
Complete Les Paul setup video: The purpose of this guide is the complete setup of our Les Paul, clone or Gibson it doesn’t matter, at the base of every subsequent successful customization there is the respect of the indications given by those who first designed and built this instrument. The different calibration steps will be…
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More definition & detail for Canon EOS with CineStyle Technicolor
Definition and details Canon EOS, how to improve: How many times have a shot or video taken with our CANON REFLEX disappointed us due to a lack of details or definition, maybe yes, we are there with the colors, the brightness is fine and the focus satisfies us but that or those details that the…
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Eliminate electrical discharge noise when turning on amplifier
Electrical discharge amplifier, howto eliminate: If your amplifier, when you press the on button, also emits the sound of a strong electric discharge, which should not be confused with the classic BUMP, it is very likely that the switch when touching or releasing the blades generates an extra current due to the inductive load, which…
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Full power to your battery-powered Yamaha THR
Yamaha THR full power on battery supply The Yamaha THR wireless amplifiers, when powered by battery, reduces the power delivered. The THR30 decreases to 7.5 + 7.5 watt from the initial 15 + 15 watt while the THR10 descends to 7.5 + 7.5 watt from the initial 10 + 10 watt. The power reduction allows…
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Homemade stereo cabinet for electric guitars
Homemade 2×9″ stereo cabinet for electric guitar with less than $ 100 video tutorial: Hello everyone, at the end of the video tutorial concerning the modification that allows the use of external passive speakers with the Yamaha THR30 amplifier we are left with the promise that I would design, build and test some speakers ad…
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YAMAHA THR30II head amp mod video tutorial
YAMAHA THR30II mod: The purpose of this mod is to transform our YAMAHA THR30II modeling amplifier into an head amp for electric guitar, but also for bass, thanks to the possibility of using external loudspeakers. This mod greatly expands the experience of using the amp by allowing you to limit the poor internal driver performance…
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Funky Fanfare – Keith Mansfield video tutorial with guitar chords
Funky Fanfare by Keith Mansfield, video tutorial with guitar chords: With this tutorial you will be able to play Funky Fanfare by Keith Mansfield with your guitar, all you need is a guitar and a capo. This song went viral because it was the theme song for many years of a very popular BBC programme,…
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The unlikely encounters of the guitar with unusual instruments
Guitar with unusual instruments. While the guitar is known for its duets with bass, drums, and vocals, it’s less common to see it paired with non-traditional instruments for certain genres. In this article, we’ll explore some unique collaborations where the guitar meets astonishingly diverse instruments, creating unexpected and captivating musical fusions. 1. Guitar and Didgeridoo…
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D’Angelico Guitars, the history, charm, musicians who play them
D’Angelico guitars were created and made famous by Italian luthier John D’Angelico, who was born in 1905. His workshop, D’Angelico Guitars, was founded in New York City, precisely in the neighborhood of Little Italy, in 1932. D’Angelico was known for his skill in building archtop guitars, which were especially popular among jazz musicians at the…
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Rickenbacker basses, history, models and artists who used them
Rickenbacker basses, initially known as the “Electro String Instrument Corporation”, was founded in 1931 by Adolph Rickenbacker and George Beauchamp in Los Angeles, California. The company is also known for producing the “Frying Pan”, which is considered to be the first mass-produced full-body electric guitar. Rickenbacker basses is a brand with a long history and…
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Hiwatt Amplifiers, History, Models and Guitarists Who Used Them
Hiwatt amplifiers are a pillar in the history of sound amplification, and have been instrumental in the sound of many iconic rock bands. Hiwatt’s story begins in the UK in the 60s. Dave Reeves, the founder of Hiwatt, was an amplifier technician who began his career working for other companies, such as Sound City and…
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VOX Amplifiers, a unique voice in the world of music
The Birth and Rise of VOX Founded in 1957 by Tom Jennings in Dartford, Kent, UK, Vox took advantage of the British Invasion wave of the 60s, providing amplifiers to the nascent British rock scene. The need for more powerful and distinctive amplifiers prompted Vox to develop models capable of offering not only volume, but…
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History of the Wah-Wah pedal: Del Casher’s key role
The wah-wah pedal is one of the most used effects not only with the electric guitar but also by other instruments, it is known for its unmistakable “crying” or “talking” sound. This effect originated in the 60s and has an interesting history behind it. Let’s go through it together. THE BIRTH of the First Wah-Wah…
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Marshall amplifiers, history and evolution
Jim Marshall: The Man Behind the “Wall of Sound” Jim Marshall, known as “The Father of Loud”, began his career as a singer and drummer, later becoming a drum teacher. Jim also opened a music shop in London, which became a meeting point for musicians of the time. Noticing the growing demand for high-quality, powerful…
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History of Fender guitars: a journey between revolution and legend.
The history of Fender guitars is inextricably linked to the history of rock, blues and many other musical movements of the 20th and 21st centuries. Born from the vision of Leo Fender, this company has become one of the most recognized and respected names in the music world. Here’s a brief look at its fascinating…
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The History of Gibson Guitars: Innovation, Icons and Rock ‘n’ Roll
In the electric guitar landscape, few brands arouse as much passion and veneration as Gibson. Gibson guitars have always occupied a prominent place in the history of music, defining genres, creating icons and providing the link between artists and their audiences. Gibson guitars are not just musical instruments; They are true symbols of creativity, innovation…