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jmaikos
@jmaikos
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Joined: Jan 23, 2006
Topics: 2 / Replies: 19
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RE: Help buying strings???

I prefer D'Addarios, but have also liked elixir. You should know that strings come in different size gauges and different materials. As for size, us...

17 years ago
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RE: singing while playing

It may sound silly, but try singing it in your head while playing the song. Then slowly start singing out loud while you are playing. It may help. ...

17 years ago
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RE: Boulevard Of Broken Dreams

I agree that the rhythm part sounds good by itself, especially if you are singing the song at the same time. It is a pretty simple strumming pattern ...

17 years ago
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RE: my biggest difficulties are playing riffs or bass-lines!

I've had the exact opposite problem since I started playing. I've really practiced my finger-style, but my strumming has lacked. I really much prefe...

17 years ago
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RE: Fingers "falling asleep"

I had the same problem once. I played the hell out my guitar one night (probably practiced the same song over and over) and 2 of my fingers were numb...

17 years ago
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RE: beginner guitar

I second the choice for Seagull acoustic/electric guitar. Fantastic guitars for the price. Your best bet is to go the store and play as many guitars...

17 years ago
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RE: What should I buy?

I was a little confused about your acoustic/electric statement. Are you in the market for an acoustic/electric guitar (which is just an acoustic guit...

17 years ago
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RE: Another string question

We've all been there. The pain will go away after some diligent practice. You can work through the pain, taking breaks when needed (there's a differ...

17 years ago
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RE: Another string question

To elaborate on my last post, personally I would only use electric strings on my acoustic in an emergency. The acoustic bronze strings sound much bet...

17 years ago
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RE: Another string question

I would say there should be no problem with putting electric strings on an acoustic guitar. However, you might have to adjust your truss rod since el...

17 years ago
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RE: New Acoustic

You should definitely check out some Seagull guitars. I think Seagulls are one of the best guitars for the price. They may be a bit more than your p...

17 years ago
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RE: Me playing Hurt by Johnny Cash

I have to be totally honest...For only 1 month of playing, that's a pretty good job. We've all been there where we think our playing sucks, but from ...

18 years ago
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RE: What Type of Srings?

Just on a side note, depending on how often you play, I would suggest changing the strings more often than every 3 months. Personally, I try to chang...

18 years ago
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RE: Hand pain - is it normal?

I think it's pretty common for a new guitar player to have pain in the hand (the thumb, finger tips, etc..). Kingpatzer is correct that most beginner...

18 years ago
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RE: Time will tell

I hope it's not Oct. 11th already. Otherwise, I forgot my wife's 30th b-day this morning.I had to double check the calendar to make sure it was still...

18 years ago
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