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Guild has had some issues with quality control over the years. Although, in general their archtops are extremely well made. It's been my experience that necks on Guild models tend to be a little thicker and wider than most archtops (this might account for the comfort thing). I tend to like the thicker/wider neck since I almost exclusively practice on an acoustic steel string guitar. The feel of my Taylor 314 and Guild are almost identical which makes the transition effortless. That Hofner is a beautiful guitar. May you enjoy it for many years!

That's what I used to think until I seriously started auditioning archtops. Up until then I was perfectly happy with my telecasters. I could get fairly nice authentic jazz sounds from my mahagony, chambered telesonic. As good as they are, it's just not the same as a hollow body. Great guitars though, I still own two. A 52' reissue and the above mentioned telesonic. Probably won't sell either anytime soon, although they really need to be played more often. On a side note what are you all playing through? I've got a 65' Fender Deluxe Reverb Reissue. Don't use any pedals or anything else "pre" amp. I can easily get that fat Kenny Burrell sound with my current rig which is kind of my default tone. Just nice tube tone with natural overdrive. I can't think of a better all round amp, although I am toying with the idea of getting a 80 watt Roland Jazz Chorus. I need a backup.

He never showed. Great news! I kinda predicted that (see above previous post.) You weren't feverish in anticipation of trouble were you, Sun? That means he got to you more than he should have. Anyway, glad it worked out. No, I think it had more to do with the fact that my god son, who I baby sat Friday, night was really sick. I spent Friday night watching the NCAA tournament and cleaning up puke. It was a thing to behold!

Only to my father.

I've got a Guild Manhattan X-170. This is my main gigging guitar. It's a great guitar, capable of a variety of sounds which is key. My favorite archtop that I've had the pleasure of playing is a Gibson L-5 Johnny Smith model. Not sure of the vintage, maybe early 70's? Probably should of payed more attention to the details since I've never played anything that I've enjoyed as much. I recently played a new Wes Montgomery L-5. Not impressed. Granted, it was brand spanking new but you can keep that one. Guild makes very nice archtops. When I decide to step up to the next level some of their models including the artist award will be on my short list to audition.

He never showed. However, his sister-in-law was there which was a bit odd. Apparently she likes us better than she likes him. Everything went without a hitch except for the fact that I had 101 plus fever that broke about an hour before the gig started. The first couple songs were a little shakey until I got my "sea legs" We played really well, the owner liked us. He said the he would put us in the band rotation. I'll believe it when I see it, but he was very positive. All is good! We debuted a "boppish" version of Manic Depression that got a great response. I was a little leery of even trying it, but the crowd was "up" and we went for it. I guess it pays to take chances every now and then.

Oops. Apparently, I've got a single layer version of the SACD. Obviously I don't spin this one much. Really nothing more than a curosity for me. I guess I feel the same way about SACD in general at this point. A mere curosity.

I like the way you think! Actually, If he does show, I've got something up my sleeve from a musical/personal standpoint that will "phuck" with his head, and the audience won't even know. As a matter of fact, they will probably enjoy it!

Don't really know. This is a fairly nice resturant/bar type gig. The resturant business is a goldmine and the owner has recently added the bar to attract a more late night crowd. I don't think he wants to do anything to jeopardize the resturant side of the business. It seems like a very nice operation that he's running, so I'm assuming that he's got security handled. I'll probably just ask one of the bartenders off-handedly what the security situation is before we start.

Remastered CD version from a few years back, an SACD hybrid version that's a couple of years old, the version included in the Miles/Coltrane Box, and a Classic Records 200g LP version. Probably may favorite song is So What. However, I pretty much always listen to this album in it's entirety. It just flows together so well. I view it as one big, beautiful piece of music. A "symphonette" if you will.

That's the problem a "professional" he's not. Hell, he's not even a nice human being. I'm guessing that he's just tying to get into our heads. The last thing any of us are going to do, is to be baited into a situation by this loser. We've been persuing this gig for 6 months, and now that we've got a shot, it's time to shut up and play and forget about all the potential distractions. I'm getting too old for this shit! I just want to play some blues and jazz for some nice people, with my "mates".

Long story short... Got a high profile gig tomorrow night at an establishment that we think is perfect for our musical stylings. All sounds good right? Well, we just kicked out a member of the band last weekend. Actually he quit, but whatever . He's been making overatures all week about coming to the gig with a bunch of his "rowdy" friends to celebrate his birthday tomorrow. You see where I'm going with this don't you? It's all so surreal I just can't help but laugh about the entire situation. Should be a real Saturday Night Fish Fry Anybody have any good advice on how to deal with hecklers? Not your garden variety type, (those are easy), but your real hardcore, meanspirited type. Additionally, there's got to be some funny stories out there along these same lines. Feel free to share them. P.S. I think I'll bring my solidbody in addition to my jazzbox. One can never be to careful!

I believe it was actually Elliot Randall. The "Skunk" is all over that album. However, I believe his main contributions are on pedal steel guitar.

They were on Tuesday night the 16th. Unfortunately, I posted the notice a little late. I almost forgot about it myself. They did the song Firing Line , and it really cooked. I wish I could be at the Beacon Theatre tonight!

The Allman Brothers are on Conan tonight. I believe that they are about ready to kick off their annual run at the Beacon Theatre. They should be in top form. Check it out if your up. Set your VCR if your not.

That's interesting. I have a couple of different transcriptions of Tenderly that are in 3/4. Who the heck plays Tenderly in 3/4? I wonder if these were written for dance bands?

A couple of real world examples c/o Miles that might help you distinguish the different feels. Someday My Prince Will Come (3/4) All Blues (6/8)

Lord, you know I'm an athiest, and I know we agree not to talk to each other, but please tell me he didn't just forget to add the final "A" to that "ABB"... That would be the Allman Brothers Band Just want to clear that up before rumors get started!

Don't you guys in Michigan have anything better to do? Actually, back in the day, me and a buddy of mine who played organ would sit around and play ABB and Bob Seger tunes until our fingers blead. Of course, I still love to play one of those band's songs. I'll leave it to your imagination to consider which band that might be...

The cover of Little Wing that "DGS" refers to is absolutely one of the most honest, pure, emotional, pieces of music I've ever heard. No show-boating, riffing, or other unnecessary bullshit. Just Stevie coming to terms with his own legacy, and the obvious connection to Jimi. It's no tribute, it's Stevie saying thanks to Jimi in the only way he could. I believe this song is on the album, The Sky Is Crying which also contains a nice cover of "Chitlins Con Carne". Stevie had good taste in guitar heros!

Hey, It ain't easy to brew beer that tastes exactly the same from batch to batch. You have to give credit to these large multinational brewers. At the very least, their process is under control. Tastes like water every time! Give me a Pilsner Urquell, Bass, Samuel Smith, or an Anchor product and I'll be happy. I will occasionally "slum" with a Miller Lite just to reset the old taste buds.

As long as the floor is totally intact you have no worries. Have a liscensed professional come out and take some measurements just to be sure. If you want to put something over the old tile that's cool. Just remember do not compromise the old tile in any way. Not to be an alarmist, but you might want to consider testing your basement for radon levels since you spend a lot of time down there. Anything over 4 picocuries per million should be mitigated. A radon test should cost you between $175-250 depending on the layout of your house, which effects the number of monitors needed to perform a valid test. If you do need to mitigate, a "typical" cost would be $1500-2000. FYI- As a point of reference, I'm no expert on these matters. My brother however, has been in the environmental business for 20 years.

Meridian makes a extrememly high end player that supports DVD-A. Also Denon makes a respectable player for 1/10 the price of the Meridian. I'm not sure the format is going to make it, however, those lucky enough to hear a truely top end presentation of DVD-A have nothing but good things to say.

Unfortunately, I didn't catch any of the show. Hoping for a rerun on the local NPR station.

It's not a problem whatsoever. Just wondering what the deal is? After all, it's not like it was a gift. I payed cold hard cash for the "privilege". Anyway, the music is transcendent, and the packaging is a little screwy. I'll live.