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kooldude · 12th November 2006, 20:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by navin

Tribute, Ibanez makes great VFM axes so stick to them.

kooldude where in mumbai are you there are quite a few good teachers around esp. in Bandra.

hey bro i live in sion can u give me any numbers if you have it wud be very much appreciated

TributE · 7th December 2006, 20:13

Finally bought my guitar. A Ibanez GRG170DX. Also bought a Marshall MG15CDR

Pics :

bluestraveller · 5th July 2008, 00:24

try youtube its the best. If you need more info PM me i'll be glad to send you a few links

Cyrus43 · 5th July 2008, 00:31

@bluestraveller, He put this up in 2006. And i am pretty sure that he is not active on this forum for a number of reasons.

Jiggy, isnt this your friend??

navin · 5th July 2008, 00:36

I know this is a bit late for kool dude but for those in Mumbai (esp South Mumbai) the best place to locate a teacher is at Furtados in Dhobi Talao. For Piano and Violin, try Melhi Metha's Music Academy at Kemp's Corner.

manson · 5th July 2008, 01:23

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cyrus43

And i am pretty sure that he is not active on this forum for a number of reasons.

Wonder why you say that!!
Anyways, he's moved to the US a month ago.

manson.

rex_varghese · 7th July 2008, 11:02

Any good Guitar classes in Bangalore? Preferably, running on week-ends or evenings.

Regards
Rex

vinzrox · 10th July 2008, 22:35

Favorite Guitarists:

Carlos Santana
Joe Satriani
Steve Vai
Slash
Keith Peters(Desi bass)
John Petrucci
Jimi Hendrix
David Gilmour

Favorite Solos:

Hollow Years (Live)- Dream theater
Hotel California(Live)- The Eagles
Flor d' Luna, I'll be Waiting, Europa, etc..- Carlos Santana
If I Could Fly- Joe Satriani
Voodoo Child- Jimi hendrix
Time- David Gilmour
many more..

musicmanaman · 11th July 2008, 14:34

My set up is a simple Yamaha Pacifica 112 Guitar, with a Marshall 15 DFX, they go together well, the Marshall 15 DFX is a decent sounding Amp and the Pacifica is a no nonsence basic guitar.

My Fav artist have to be.

Joe Satriani (Satch)
Jeff Beck
Eddie Van Halen
Lee Retinour
Stanley Jordon
Steve Vai
Andy Timmons

jassi · 14th February 2009, 21:57

Hi All - I plan to start learning some guitar - primarily inspired by a lot of rock i listen to and the occasional john mayer live stuff. My luck with learning guitars has not been so good, as I started learning twice and shifted with 10-15 days to a different city. It has been 4 years now, since my last attempt and I gave the heavily out of tune giVson (not gibson!!) a shot, but somehow got frustrated as acoustics take a lot of work. I do know that electrics are easier for beginners and keep you motivated as results come out faster. Also with work taking priority, i plan to learn myself and mostly play some songs i like

Need suggestions on buying a good beginner electric - something which I can just go and pickup from the store as I am not sure if I can try out guitars (have zero skills

) Is the yamaha pacifica 012 or 112 a good first choice or should I look at something like the ibanez 170dx. Also i am guessing I need an amp (marshall?). What would this setup cost me?

Whats a good store in bangy - reynolds I keep hearing a lot about?

TIA for any advice.

TheDoc · 26th September 2009, 21:07

Hello fellow guitarists,

This is my current rig:-

Guitars-
1.Ibanez RG Prestige with Dimarzio Evo pickups.
2.Tansen Jackson-copy with EMG pickups.
3.Epiphone LP copy
4.Some local bass guitar with EMG pickups.

Amplifier-
Laney LC15R tube amplifier modified to give a serial effects loop and jensen speakers.
A DIY bass amp.

Effects and stage rig-
Boss GT-8 for the guitar
Korg AX10 for the Bass

Now, I use the amplifier for practice and more than happy with it. I just cant record with it. I dont want to invest in a good microphone unless im sure thats the only solution. Is it? Whats the easiest way to record music? Do the multiple input soundcards work as well as they claim? Or is a mixer with the output to a computer the best way to go? Is there any way to reduce the volume on the amp but still get maximum overdrive?

On a seperate note, I would love to hear recomendations on the setup for listening to music. Though I'd prefer buying them, DIY is an option as well. My knowledge on Speakers and Amplifiers outside the guitar world is extremely limited. My budget for the whole setup is one lakh. And if i save enought from it, I would get myself a new guitar and a headphone amplifier.

Thank you
Arvind

PS-I dont mind the music system coloring the music a little. I prefer things a bit warm.

Wolfheart · 26th September 2009, 21:18

Quote:

Originally Posted by TheDoc

Hello fellow guitarists,

This is my current rig:-

Guitars-
1.Ibanez RG Prestige with Dimarzio Evo pickups.
2.Tansen Jackson-copy with EMG pickups.
3.Epiphone LP copy
4.Some local bass guitar with EMG pickups.

Amplifier-
Laney LC15R tube amplifier modified to give a serial effects loop and jensen speakers.
A DIY bass amp.

Effects and stage rig-
Boss GT-8 for the guitar
Korg AX10 for the Bass

Now, I use the amplifier for practice and more than happy with it. I just cant record with it. I dont want to invest in a good microphone unless im sure thats the only solution. Is it? Whats the easiest way to record music? Do the multiple input soundcards work as well as they claim? Or is a mixer with the output to a computer the best way to go? Is there any way to reduce the volume on the amp but still get maximum overdrive?

On a seperate note, I would love to hear recomendations on the setup for listening to music. Though I'd prefer buying them, DIY is an option as well. My knowledge on Speakers and Amplifiers outside the guitar world is extremely limited. My budget for the whole setup is one lakh. And if i save enought from it, I would get myself a new guitar and a headphone amplifier.

Thank you
Arvind

PS-I dont mind the music system coloring the music a little. I prefer things a bit warm.

Dude have you checked out "Line 6" amps? They sound really great (especially if you play rock and metal) come loaded with distortion, effects, have an audio out for recording your stuff and audio inn for jamming with your favorite music. the best part is that the're not very expensive either.

I have a line 6 spider iii (15 watts) with my Dean MLX guitar and am very happy with the sound and the effects.

TheDoc · 26th September 2009, 21:23

Oh, I have tried those amps and they are pretty good. But even the basic tube amps are leagues ahead with the overdriven sound. The downside is that you would need to play it with the volume pretty high and thats a big problem for most people. Go to the local music store and try them out, you wont play anything else!

NOS Power · 28th September 2009, 10:34

Thats true regarding the volume problem, Marshall's are pretty good for room practise.

Line 6 & Peavey are way too loud.

I had to settle for a Marshall MG10CD due to the high volume problem.
But the amp is great for room practise. The overdrive effect it has is pretty good. I have an Ibanez GRG270 axe also.

Only problem is i'm way too a novice to fully utilise the capabilities and sounds the two combined can give out. Practising, practising and practising.

Wolfheart · 28th September 2009, 13:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by NOS Power

Thats true regarding the volume problem, Marshall's are pretty good for room practise.

Line 6 & Peavey are way too loud.

I had to settle for a Marshall MG10CD due to the high volume problem.
But the amp is great for room practise. The overdrive effect it has is pretty good. I have an Ibanez GRG270 axe also.

Only problem is i'm way too a novice to fully utilise the capabilities and sounds the two combined can give out. Practising, practising and practising.

the Line 6 amp is pretty loud. I play at just 10% of the volume and it shakes up my neighbors.

However if you want quiet room practice then you can attach your headphones to it and jam at anytime of the day or night!

7th December 2006, 20:13	#17
TributE BHPian Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 47 Thanked: Once	Finally bought my guitar. A Ibanez GRG170DX. Also bought a Marshall MG15CDR Pics :
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5th July 2008, 00:24	#18
bluestraveller BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: ಕರ್ನಾಟಕ Posts: 117 Thanked: 5 Times View My Garage	try youtube its the best. If you need more info PM me i'll be glad to send you a few links
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5th July 2008, 00:31	#19
Cyrus43 Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: London Posts: 5,019 Thanked: 230 Times View My Garage	@bluestraveller, He put this up in 2006. And i am pretty sure that he is not active on this forum for a number of reasons. Jiggy, isnt this your friend??
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5th July 2008, 00:36	#20
navin Team-BHP Support Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Mumbai Posts: 25,421 Thanked: 10,000 Times	I know this is a bit late for kool dude but for those in Mumbai (esp South Mumbai) the best place to locate a teacher is at Furtados in Dhobi Talao. For Piano and Violin, try Melhi Metha's Music Academy at Kemp's Corner.
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7th July 2008, 11:02	#22
rex_varghese BHPian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Marlborough, MA/Bangalore Posts: 358 Thanked: 66 Times View My Garage	Any good Guitar classes in Bangalore? Preferably, running on week-ends or evenings. Regards Rex
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10th July 2008, 22:35	#23
vinzrox BHPian Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Hyd-Blr Posts: 113 Thanked: 25 Times	Favorite Guitarists: Carlos Santana Joe Satriani Steve Vai Slash Keith Peters(Desi bass) John Petrucci Jimi Hendrix David Gilmour Favorite Solos: Hollow Years (Live)- Dream theater Hotel California(Live)- The Eagles Flor d' Luna, I'll be Waiting, Europa, etc..- Carlos Santana If I Could Fly- Joe Satriani Voodoo Child- Jimi hendrix Time- David Gilmour many more..
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11th July 2008, 14:34	#24
musicmanaman BHPian Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: kolkata Posts: 927 Thanked: 25 Times	My set up is a simple Yamaha Pacifica 112 Guitar, with a Marshall 15 DFX, they go together well, the Marshall 15 DFX is a decent sounding Amp and the Pacifica is a no nonsence basic guitar. My Fav artist have to be. Joe Satriani (Satch) Jeff Beck Eddie Van Halen Lee Retinour Stanley Jordon Steve Vai Andy Timmons
	() Thanks

14th February 2009, 21:57	#25
jassi BHPian Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Melbourne Posts: 980 Thanked: 12 Times View My Garage	Hi All - I plan to start learning some guitar - primarily inspired by a lot of rock i listen to and the occasional john mayer live stuff. My luck with learning guitars has not been so good, as I started learning twice and shifted with 10-15 days to a different city. It has been 4 years now, since my last attempt and I gave the heavily out of tune giVson (not gibson!!) a shot, but somehow got frustrated as acoustics take a lot of work. I do know that electrics are easier for beginners and keep you motivated as results come out faster. Also with work taking priority, i plan to learn myself and mostly play some songs i like Need suggestions on buying a good beginner electric - something which I can just go and pickup from the store as I am not sure if I can try out guitars (have zero skills ) Is the yamaha pacifica 012 or 112 a good first choice or should I look at something like the ibanez 170dx. Also i am guessing I need an amp (marshall?). What would this setup cost me? Whats a good store in bangy - reynolds I keep hearing a lot about? TIA for any advice.
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26th September 2009, 21:07	#26
TheDoc BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Chennai Posts: 50 Thanked: Once View My Garage	Guitars+Tube amps+Recording=Trouble? Hello fellow guitarists, This is my current rig:- Guitars- 1.Ibanez RG Prestige with Dimarzio Evo pickups. 2.Tansen Jackson-copy with EMG pickups. 3.Epiphone LP copy 4.Some local bass guitar with EMG pickups. Amplifier- Laney LC15R tube amplifier modified to give a serial effects loop and jensen speakers. A DIY bass amp. Effects and stage rig- Boss GT-8 for the guitar Korg AX10 for the Bass Now, I use the amplifier for practice and more than happy with it. I just cant record with it. I dont want to invest in a good microphone unless im sure thats the only solution. Is it? Whats the easiest way to record music? Do the multiple input soundcards work as well as they claim? Or is a mixer with the output to a computer the best way to go? Is there any way to reduce the volume on the amp but still get maximum overdrive? On a seperate note, I would love to hear recomendations on the setup for listening to music. Though I'd prefer buying them, DIY is an option as well. My knowledge on Speakers and Amplifiers outside the guitar world is extremely limited. My budget for the whole setup is one lakh. And if i save enought from it, I would get myself a new guitar and a headphone amplifier. Thank you Arvind PS-I dont mind the music system coloring the music a little. I prefer things a bit warm.
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26th September 2009, 21:23	#28
TheDoc BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Chennai Posts: 50 Thanked: Once View My Garage	Oh, I have tried those amps and they are pretty good. But even the basic tube amps are leagues ahead with the overdriven sound. The downside is that you would need to play it with the volume pretty high and thats a big problem for most people. Go to the local music store and try them out, you wont play anything else!
	() Thanks

28th September 2009, 10:34	#29
NOS Power BHPian Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Kolkata Posts: 404 Thanked: 81 Times View My Garage	Thats true regarding the volume problem, Marshall's are pretty good for room practise. Line 6 & Peavey are way too loud. I had to settle for a Marshall MG10CD due to the high volume problem. But the amp is great for room practise. The overdrive effect it has is pretty good. I have an Ibanez GRG270 axe also. Only problem is i'm way too a novice to fully utilise the capabilities and sounds the two combined can give out. Practising, practising and practising.
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