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10 hours ago, larry1959 said:

hi, new to this i have a randall rg100es in very good condition and also an ampeg v7 on a ampeg se-412 box . just wondering the value of this equipment, all works and in good condition. thank you

look on e-Bay and reverb.com for recent sales and listings

7 hours ago, 1001gear said:

Sounds good except I can't grasp the idea. Might as well be an open circuit.

think of it as matching the  number of lanes on both sides of a highway so coming and going take the same time ...not the best analogy, but a reasonable visualization.

On 3/19/2024 at 9:11 AM, 1001gear said:

So it's the wires like you'd think not the signal. Which begs the question, what does an impedance converter do?

A negative impedance converter (NIC) is an active device that adds or subtracts voltage in series to the voltage drop across an equal positive impedance.

seems your idea has come decades too late....I'm sure he has adjusted....

On 3/16/2024 at 7:24 PM, Kathyg said:

I inherited 100+ sets of drumsticks.  Mostly Hard Rock Cafe.  From USA and from international locations.  Still in packaging.    Im trying to find where to locate others who may be interested in collection?  

I would try eBay...non players collect this type of gear too. https://www.ebay.com/itm/386127544969?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-166974-028196-7&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=386127544969&targetid=2266169367768&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9031634&poi=&campaignid=20881345910&mkgroupid=154295633702&rlsatarget=pla-2266169367768&abcId=9360137&merchantid=656333244&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwzN-vBhAkEiwAYiO7oHmfxXdvI0KGo5Eai0X5PpRzKAlr73j4MT2LSZ_I5HZgevBWhSRXxxoCJKEQAvD_BwE

Reverb.com is another option. https://reverb.com/marketplace?query=Hard Rock Cafe drumsticks

If you google 'Hard Rock Cafe drumsticks'...you will get an idea of what people are asking and which sets are more desirable.

I did a power cord upgrade on a Challenger many years go [like early 1990s], and have not seen another Hilgen amp since. Nice amp, simple design, one spring reverb [it still gets 'lush', but not 'deep'] and a tremolo circuit, IIRC.

So I can't tell you how it compares to the Champion model, but if the amp is working [and the power cord has been upgraded] it was a nice little combo. The Champion, I believe, was a piggyback head/cab, yes? Never saw one in person, just pics [Hilgens show up on Reverb sporadically; they have been out of production for what, maybe 60 years?]

The drawback with using the MiniMax bass head is it is not stereo....you are better off with a powered stereo mixer with a good EQ panel that won't overpower your speakers. Without knowing the max wattage handling capacity of those speakers, there isn't much specific info we can offer.

On 3/12/2024 at 4:05 AM, kwakatak said:

Hello, Roomie! it’s good to hear from you. Como stai? 

When I first read your review I began humming Orinoco Flow. DM would probably poo poo political talk here, but I’m kinda sad to see you’re not going to be a tree hugger anymore! I’m still huffing the smell of cedar from my first build. It’s musical potpourri. 

Shoot me a DM here. We will be over there on a cruise this summer. 

Ciao, amico!

He can still hug trees in Italy or Croatia..., but as to the political poo poo...you know where that belongs....

Without knowing the specs on the speakers there is nothing specific to advise you on.

Depending on the speaker's power handling and input impedance, you should match whatever you are driving them with to that spec.

Don't load a 4ohm output with an 8ohm speaker.

12 inch woofers can handle a bass if properly EQ'd and at low volume. If they are FRFR speakers,they will handle bass

I would suggest a powered mixer that matches your speakers' capability.

How long has this been happening?

Possibly a bad capacitor...where in the circuit? I would look in the preamp.  Hard to say without having the amp here on the bench to take readings.

Warming-up a tube amp for 3-5 minutes should not be a deal breaker...patience is a virtue

Look up the schematic for a 5F10 Fender Harvard...the Ivy League is supposedly an identical circuit. [Hence the moniker...]

Log time no see, Idunno!

Thanks for the review...I have been curious about carbon fiber guitars for many years, but the price has been somewhat prohibitive. This does look like an interesting product.

Enya says the body is 'carbon fiber composite', as is the fretboard, and the bridge is Richlite.

• Model: X3 Pro
• Size: 4/4 (41 Inch)
• Top: Solid Acoustic Carbon Fiber
• Back & Sides: Carbon Fiber Composite
• Neck: Carbon Fiber Composite
• Fretboard: Radius (R380) Carbon Fiber 
• Tuning Pegs: Silver Die-Cast
• Saddle: Tusq®
• Bridge: Richlite
• Nut Width: 1-11/16 Inch
• Strings: D'Addario® XS
• Scale Length: 25-3/4 inches
• Upper Bout: 11-1/8 inches
• Lower Bout: 15-3/4 inches
• Number of Frets: 20
• Finish: Gloss
• Weight: 5.95 lbs.
• Electronics: Enya SP1 AcousticPlus® 2.0

16 hours ago, Byrdo74 said:

I just got a thin body Galveston resonator with lipstick pickup for 299 nzd (pissant currencycompared to bidenbucks) and it's AWESOME. I need to get my acoustic chops after being stuck with a dead string cort dread and it's perfect. Definitely gig and record worthy!

Happy New Guitar Day!

17 hours ago, DeepEnd said:

One more thing, look at overall condition. A guitar that looks like it's been abused probably hasn't received much TLC.

Trigger would like to have a word, sir....😉

and make sure the tuners work....

bp...Congrats...HNGD! These are reasonably well made

I have an older version of the Premier DC, with the 'stairstep' tailpiece.  In fact mine is sitting right here in the office...

The headstock is ridiculous**, and most '335' cases will not accommodate it....but you hang yours up on the wall*, so, no issues.

On 2/28/2024 at 8:04 AM, gardo said:

Good deal and I’m sure it sounds and plays great.   …… but could you please paint it . Oh my eyes

is this any better?

*a dangerous practice here in earthquake country

**although the little metal 'nub' is great to clip your tuner to, no marks on the headstock....

8 hours ago, Misha said:

I'm not sure I want an all solid wood guitar because I have one and it's cracked... Too fragile!! 

I like Taylor guitars but I have to find a place where I can compare Taylor and Martins. They didn't had both where I went (but my search is just beginning!)

They don't have a lot of yamaha models. Sometimes I think it's because they want people to spend more (!?!) The employee in one shop told me to avoid Takamine except if I pay a high price. I didn't not try any Epiphone. (They didn't have a lot, they had some Fender models but I don't wan't a Fender acoustic.)

There's always Seagull...and Guild...

I own 2 Martins, both are 'X' series with the HPL back and sides.  I would not compare the sound to other Martin all-wood acoustics, but they have 2 things going for them in my book: the don't cost too much, and they sound good plugged in. I have them because I am loathe to take a $2-5k guitar out on a $200 solo gig..and they are far less prone to 'easy damage' like dings.

If you want the sound of an all wood Martin, you will have to pay the price.

Under $1k a/es? There are tons....but you really need to try them, not accept someone else's opinion.

I would start with Epiphone Masterbuilt, Takamine, Yamaha,...but there are too many to list

On 2/19/2024 at 5:27 PM, Ben Rand said:

Our keyboard player wants to attach our band's banner (4' W x 3" H) to the front of his keyboard. Has anyone every done this before, and how to you attach it in a professional looking way? Thanks!

Assuming the banner has grommets. use bungee or 'ball' cords.

Attach the cords to the keyboard stand, not the keyboard...

12 hours ago, Christineagudo said:

I googled this too! I played it at a bar while I was on holiday. And I was trying to google what the name is cause I wanna find a local joint to go play! It’s not shuffle board but the games are similar.

Shuffleboard

11 hours ago, Ancient Mariner said:

I've never really thought about it. My medium-ish fingers have been happy with a variety of fingerboard types, feeling like they were just a part of the guitar's character. The width of the neck, thickness and shape make much more difference.

I agree...when one owns over a dozen guitars, electric and acoustic, one learns to adjust accordingly.  Fretboard radius is a consideration, but certainly not a deal killer, if you like everything else about the instrument.

On 2/16/2024 at 5:40 PM, Paul and the 7.5 said:

I truly believe for me anyway, long thin fingers work the best with a tight radius, 7.5. My fingers are always bent in a round inward position. Does anyone else feel the same way about this. Just curious. Cheers everyone!

I have to ask how many guitars you have...with a 7.5 radius?

I have a few, Fenders and such. Much depends on what you are used to; I will say that barre chords feel 'easier' on a 7.5, but for single note riffage, I like a flatter board...YMMV. Somewhere in the 9.5-12" zone gives me more 'bend' space...which is not to say I don't play essentially the same, but there are [now] innate adjustments I make from guitar to guitar.

On 2/14/2024 at 11:46 AM, Ancient Mariner said:

The staircase in our cottage in the UK is *quite* steep - the place is nearly 300 years old and there wasn't very much room - but at least it's not a spiral staircase like I've seen in some places. But we're also in a small village without shops or transport network, and that will also be a factor, especially if we reach the stage where neither of us can drive any more.

Life's journey is not to arrive at the grave safely in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally used up and worn out, shouting '...man, what a ride!'

Working on that.

 

moi aussi...

16 hours ago, Tommydeuce said:

Series 10 electric 

sn 063417

what body?

serial numbers for most of these are meaningless.

On 10/26/2023 at 10:26 AM, Adam T said:

Not I but I do have an electric blue ... serial numbers 882-373 wondering what it might be worth.

not much...I see these languishing on Reverb.com for a year or longer when priced above $150.

1 hour ago, Diary Of An Axeman said:

https://youtu.be/4fv_gCn1CUU?si=V4hVZCIWy6GHhRtq

this was a very easy/early mention on page one.....