Does anyone here have any experience with Line 6 gear and any high end multifunction pedals in general? I haven't looked in years, and started looking at first at something like the m9/m13 which is just a stomp box modeler. Then I fell down the rabbithole and started looking at the Firehawk that just came out, as I'm doing a little recording with a friend and used to use an iRig for homer recording/fucking around. They all act as pre-amps so that you can record on your pc fairly easily it seems. This all led to me looking at their JT-59 Variax which seemed really cool. I wasn't even in the market for a new guitar.
I'm just kind of watching ebay right now, and looking for a steal on anything I'm looking for while researching. In no rush. Right now I think I'm looking at a Boss GT-10/100, Line 6 firehawk or HD500. The firehawk won't be on ebay, and may be what I'm looking for, although in the past I wasn't a fan of running these through a nice amp, and I like mine, I didn't like the fakeness they added. I like the sound of my gear. I'm going to play with some at guitar center over the next few days if I have time to get in before work.
Haven't seen a general gear thread around in here in ages, and know there's some experienced people here who have probably played with a bunch of different stuff.
Was playing today and came across one of my favorite songs to play that I only played because it was a weekly challenge. It also may have the best music video of all time
Random question about the game. The 60 day challenge, I've never completed it because most of my time in game since I signed up is offline. But I"m curious if anybody knows if time at the main menu counts? I spend a lot of time there just playing like an amp. I hate that you have to re-tune to standard for session mode at times. Grrrr.
Also, in my search for pedals, one thing that would be awesome for this game to add would be a looper. With next gen/PC this is easy as you're guaranteed to have a HD. But basically be able to record 30 seconds, say a power chord riff, then have it repeat as you play over it. I hope they make another one of these and add in a bunch of features like that. Maybe even a full blown 4 track recorder. My little iRig had it, I'm sure the game could do that with some allotted HD space. If that's allowed on the consoles.
I don't know why Steam seems to keep messing up the DLC. I may have to get/learn this song as I'm listening to it on this site. I kind of want them all. It's a solid pack.
If anybody doesn't recognize one of the songs, I'd recommend youtubing it, you probably know it.
@Tommatt You say you are doing recordings with a friend. Might I recommend you go the software route as opposed to the hardware route then? It is usually cheaper and you'll get about the same results you would from buying a lot of the amp emulation hardware gear. All that stuff is really doing is software on the inside anyhow. Amplitube has a free version you can at least check out. I think you can even demo some other stuff before committing to buying it. My band just recently used it to track our guitars for our new album. It worked really well and sounds pretty good as is. We'll still be re-amping the clean signal later for the final sound. Just as long as you know how to run a VST instrument in whatever software you are using to record.
So uh, Rocksmith. I haven't played you in awhile because of aforementioned album working, but I know I'm behind on some DLC now. Should be fun to eventually catch up.
@Tommatt time only counts while in Learn A Song, and it's gotta be at least 1hour straight. I think it may count while actively in lessons as well, but not 100% sure on that. It was posted on the official forums a while back and is very stupid.
@Tommatt time only counts while in Learn A Song, and it's gotta be at least 1hour straight. I think it may count while actively in lessons as well, but not 100% sure on that. It was posted on the official forums a while back and is very stupid.
I hate that 1 hour restriction because I think most days I end up in the 45-50 minute range (just based on when I'm able to start and when I have to stop).
I can kind of understand the being in menu's not counting, but the game knows if you're playing guitar or not at the menu. One thing I have to wonder, on PC, why am I limited to 4 saved tones? I have a bunch of other number keys doing nothing.
Well looks like I have a new piece of gear coming. I was really planning on trying it out before even thinking of buying, but caught a steal on ebay on a Line 6 500HD. Feel at the very least I should be able to play with it a little bit and sell it for what I paid for fairly easy. I've actually never even used a line 6 product. Guess I'll try the Variax out this weekend.
Seether “Broken” by Seether featuring Amy Lee – Eb Standard – [XBL] / Steam
Seether “Fake it” – Drop C – [XBL] / Steam
Seether “Remedy” – Eb Drop Db – [XBL] / Steam
Jane’s Addiction – Been Caught Stealing
Jane’s Addiction – Jane Says
Jane’s Addiction – Just Because
Jane’s Addiction – Mountain Song
Jane’s Addiction – Superhero
Jane’s Addiction – Been Caught Stealing
Jane’s Addiction – Jane Says
Jane’s Addiction – Just Because
Jane’s Addiction – Mountain Song
Jane’s Addiction – Superhero
That will be boughted SO DAMN' HARD!!!!
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Seether “Broken” by Seether featuring Amy Lee – Eb Standard – [XBL] / Steam
Seether “Fake it” – Drop C – [XBL] / Steam
Seether “Remedy” – Eb Drop Db – [XBL] / Steam
Jane’s Addiction – Been Caught Stealing
Jane’s Addiction – Jane Says
Jane’s Addiction – Just Because
Jane’s Addiction – Mountain Song
Jane’s Addiction – Superhero
That will be boughted SO DAMN' HARD!!!!
Buy? Screw that! it's just a simple fact.
When I want something,
I don't want to pay for it.
I walk right through the door.
Walk right through the door.
Hey all right! If I get by, it's mine.
Mine all mine!
They have really high reviews, and normally retail for $299. They are on sale for $199. I'm going to go and try one either today or Friday, and possibly buy one if I like it for nothing else than wall art. I really like the "reindeer blue" one, aka purple one, which is surprising. But I did my neice a guitar about 6 years ago? Wow, that long? (Nice daisy rock acoustic electric) And it looks like the same color to me.
I've not been putting in the time lately to reward myself with a new guitar. I play in weird cycle of FUCK YEAH, I suck, Fuck that guitar, Time passes, I'll just pick it up and see if I can play "Song", FUCK YEAH, I suck....
went and played on it today, passed for now. Looked gorgeuous, and there's a lot I liked, especially how open it was on the higher frets. Something felt stiff about it to me, and u didn't like the feel of the fretboard/neck. Cheap feel to it. Played on another esp that felt great though, hated the color. Was 289.
I second the recommendation on Seagulls, great guitars.
If you could give us some more details on what you are looking for it would be helpful. Do you need a cutaway? What kind of music will you play on it? Ball park budget?
Well, I've only had an electric my whole life. I've only ever touched an acoustic once, but it's harder and harder in a house with two children to fire up that amp and go to town on my electric. So I'd like to have a mellow acoustic that I can do simple chord changes and light melodies on. Hopefully, to help soothe my daughter (and my wife ).
In terms of budget I'd say in the 400-600 dollar range, not much more than that.
You really can't go wrong with a Seagull S6. I had one years ago and loved it. Would still be playing it today if I didn't need some quick money for rent a few years back. You can get them new for under $450, if you want electronics it's about 100 more. I really think they are just about the best bang for the buck when it comes to a basic acoustic.
edit* Also, for that money if you don't mind used, you can get something killer. Take a trip down to your local guitar place and see what speaks to you.
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Yeah, that one I actually had tab for many, many years ago. Never quite got it down, though.
I'm just kind of watching ebay right now, and looking for a steal on anything I'm looking for while researching. In no rush. Right now I think I'm looking at a Boss GT-10/100, Line 6 firehawk or HD500. The firehawk won't be on ebay, and may be what I'm looking for, although in the past I wasn't a fan of running these through a nice amp, and I like mine, I didn't like the fakeness they added. I like the sound of my gear. I'm going to play with some at guitar center over the next few days if I have time to get in before work.
Haven't seen a general gear thread around in here in ages, and know there's some experienced people here who have probably played with a bunch of different stuff.
Was playing today and came across one of my favorite songs to play that I only played because it was a weekly challenge. It also may have the best music video of all time
Random question about the game. The 60 day challenge, I've never completed it because most of my time in game since I signed up is offline. But I"m curious if anybody knows if time at the main menu counts? I spend a lot of time there just playing like an amp. I hate that you have to re-tune to standard for session mode at times. Grrrr.
Also, in my search for pedals, one thing that would be awesome for this game to add would be a looper. With next gen/PC this is easy as you're guaranteed to have a HD. But basically be able to record 30 seconds, say a power chord riff, then have it repeat as you play over it. I hope they make another one of these and add in a bunch of features like that. Maybe even a full blown 4 track recorder. My little iRig had it, I'm sure the game could do that with some allotted HD space. If that's allowed on the consoles.
You can look up the chords right now to get a feel for the changes
http://www.songsterr.com/a/wsa/boston-amanda-tab-s32192t0
I don't know why Steam seems to keep messing up the DLC. I may have to get/learn this song as I'm listening to it on this site. I kind of want them all. It's a solid pack.
If anybody doesn't recognize one of the songs, I'd recommend youtubing it, you probably know it.
Played through all of them last night and generally enjoyed myself although I wasn't having a lot of success trying to fingerpick More Than Words.
I mean, my friend let me borrow his amp, but it's not the same...
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So uh, Rocksmith. I haven't played you in awhile because of aforementioned album working, but I know I'm behind on some DLC now. Should be fun to eventually catch up.
PSN : Bolthorn
I hate that 1 hour restriction because I think most days I end up in the 45-50 minute range (just based on when I'm able to start and when I have to stop).
And for bonus points, somehow incorporate the smell of spilled Budweiser and cheap weed.
Boo hiss
Looks like a 3 pack
J/k, the Remedy guys
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I would be ok with that as well
that already exists. it wishes it was special
Seether “Broken” by Seether featuring Amy Lee – Eb Standard – [XBL] / Steam
Seether “Fake it” – Drop C – [XBL] / Steam
Seether “Remedy” – Eb Drop Db – [XBL] / Steam
had hoped the songs would be a bit more exciting to play and then I saw the preview.
Jane’s Addiction – Been Caught Stealing
Jane’s Addiction – Jane Says
Jane’s Addiction – Just Because
Jane’s Addiction – Mountain Song
Jane’s Addiction – Superhero
That will be boughted SO DAMN' HARD!!!!
Come on Careless Whisper, you had one job Ubisoft god dammit.
Buy? Screw that! it's just a simple fact.
When I want something,
I don't want to pay for it.
I walk right through the door.
Walk right through the door.
Hey all right! If I get by, it's mine.
Mine all mine!
http://www.musiciansfriend.com/guitars/esp-ltd-lmh100qmnt-quilt-maple-top-electric-guitar/h83423000002000
and in this color which I'm curious about
They have really high reviews, and normally retail for $299. They are on sale for $199. I'm going to go and try one either today or Friday, and possibly buy one if I like it for nothing else than wall art. I really like the "reindeer blue" one, aka purple one, which is surprising. But I did my neice a guitar about 6 years ago? Wow, that long? (Nice daisy rock acoustic electric) And it looks like the same color to me.
PSN : Bolthorn
It should be live now. I thought it started tomorrow, but add says the 12th and I've been seeing advertisements in my FB feed with that guitar.
Closest Guitar Center is like 4 hours from here though :P
Canadian made, great prices and they feel and sound many pay grades higher than they are.
If you could give us some more details on what you are looking for it would be helpful. Do you need a cutaway? What kind of music will you play on it? Ball park budget?
In terms of budget I'd say in the 400-600 dollar range, not much more than that.
edit* Also, for that money if you don't mind used, you can get something killer. Take a trip down to your local guitar place and see what speaks to you.