What's your go-to instrument?

Tom · Dec 27, 2020

Every morning, I warm up with my 12-string Martin guitar. Right behind it is my 8-string Kala ukulele. I have a tough time "picking" notes on these instruments, so I revert to my 6-string Yamaha guitar and 4-string 'Fluke' ukulele.

One of these days I'll spring for a Martin 6-string guitar and a 4-string Kanile'a ukulele, both $$$$.

If only my singing voice would return. Maybe I could imitate the Barry Gibb falsetto voice ???

scottydl · Dec 27, 2020

Tom said:
If only my singing voice would return. Maybe I could imitate the Barry Gibb falsetto voice ???

Stayin' Alive! ;D

PancakeBill · Dec 27, 2020

My limited space and budget leaves me at 1 6 string Dobro. If I get a windfall I might look for a mandolin or a banjo.

You can't swing a cat here and not hit a ukulele. Seems to be an explosion of retirees and ukes.

SeilerBird · Dec 28, 2020

My go to is my edrums.

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8Muddypaws · Dec 28, 2020

This week I've been picking up a 1970s Takamine classical guitar. I put new strings on it a week ago so I spend more time tuning than playing but that will change soon. I'm planning on using it in a studio project soon.

A 12 string Dobro? Woo hoo! I'd like to get my mitts on one of those.

PancakeBill · Dec 28, 2020

8Muddypaws said:
This week I've been picking up a 1970s Takamine classical guitar. I put new strings on it a week ago so I spend more time tuning than playing but that will change soon. I'm planning on using it in a studio project soon.

A 12 string Dobro? Woo hoo! I'd like to get my mitts on one of those.

Well, fixed my fat fingered typing, I have ONE 6 string Dobro. I have see 8 and 10's, but not a 12 string Dobro. Not sure how that would be setup. If one were made. the 8 and 10 strings just have different notes, wonder if the 12 would be set like a 12 string guitar?

PancakeBill · Dec 28, 2020

OK, looks like there were some made, here is one being played.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYSWYiAOZXE

Round neck though, haven't found any evidence of a square neck.

Tom · Dec 28, 2020

Russ, I watched a video on the Takamine factory. Quite a bit of craftsmanship goes into every guitar.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A4xLqbbnYDw

Larry N. · Dec 28, 2020

This week I've been picking up a 1970s Takamine classical guitar.

They make nice instruments. Back in the mid-70s, DW bought me an F-385 12 string, a sweet sounding unit, and plays so nicely. That was back when they were fairly new in the U.S. market, and didn't have name-brand recognition. About a year ago I saw and tried a used 6 string Takamine in the Guitar Center, and it played and sounded sweet also -- I wish now that I'd bought it. And recently I've noticed several big name country stars with Takamine guitars, including Jimmy Fortune.

Tom · Dec 28, 2020

[quote author=Larry N]About a year ago I saw and tried a used 6 string Takamine in the Guitar Center, and it played and sounded sweet also...[/quote]
Larry, when I bought my first guitar, not knowing what I was buying, the music store told me "we also have Takamine". I'd never heard of them and assumed they were some Chinese knockoff. Didn't even look at them :-[ One of these days I might trade one of my Yamahas for a Takamine.

Larry N. · Dec 28, 2020

I might trade one of my Yamahas for a Takamine.

Be sure to check them out -- they may or may not feel right to you, but they're nice sounding instruments.

Tom · Dec 28, 2020

Will do Larry, thanks. If my favorite 'almost local' music store has them, they've set up tables outside the store.

https://www.lamorindamusic.com/

8Muddypaws · Dec 28, 2020

I played a Takamine 12 string for about 15 years. It was a beast! I sure wish I hadn't traded it away for a Yamaha Tx81Z (DX-7 without a keyboard) and a Digitech multi effects rack that I still use about once a year.

Truth be told I think I just got tired of tuning it. Or maybe I was clearing a space for my first Taylor?

Tom55555 · Dec 28, 2020

Check this out. Playing solo on an acoustic guitar. Not bad for a young kid.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33YcYLumEDk&list=RDv_eGT1yoVis&index=10

scottydl · Dec 28, 2020

SeilerBird said:
My go to is my edrums. ) ) )

As a drummer I've always MUCH prefers acoustic drums and percussion... but I can understand how electronic kits make more sense for small spaces, especially RV use!

Tom · Dec 29, 2020

[quote author=Tom55555]Playing solo on an acoustic guitar.[/quote]

Thanks for the link Mike. Enjoyed watching that young lad play.

SeilerBird · Dec 29, 2020

scottydl said:
As a drummer I've always MUCH prefers acoustic drums and percussion... but I can understand how electronic kits make more sense for small spaces, especially RV use!

I barely have room for the edrums. An acoustic set would take up twice as much room that I do not have. But I am lucky. I love the edrums and prefer them over acoustic. I love the built in sets, songs and rhythms.

Tom55555 · Dec 29, 2020

Tom said:
Thanks for the link Mike. Enjoyed watching that young lad play.

Some people say genes pass a generation. My Dad could play a piano by ear. My daughter can play any sheet music on a half a dozen instruments. Me, I got nothing. I know talent when I hear it but I don't have any. LOL.

Tom · Dec 29, 2020

I was having a discussion with our band Music Director (a long-time friend) just yesterday. I've seen him listen to a song/tune I knew he'd never heard before, then immediately picked up one of my guitars and played it. He's also a good singer, but admits to needing to read lyrics. He puts his musical talent down to his Mom, who was the musical one in their family.

I can hear a song and reproduce it vocally. I've been told by numerous folks, including 'good' musicians and vocal coaches/therapists that I always hit every note, although I can't tell if I'm hitting the note. I couldn't tell you the words of the first line of a song I'm about to sing, but I open my mouth and the "right" words and melody come out. My Dad and I both sang from an early age. My Grandfather used to take my Dad to "rich people's houses" when he was 8 to sing to help put food on the table for the large family.

Tom55555 · Dec 29, 2020

Tom said:
Thanks for the link Mike. Enjoyed watching that young lad play.

Maybe R rated but I love the music.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKLnmMacEB4&list=PL6giaKx8O3QR-39vXWC0IjyVHWq1phcAI&index=8

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