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Upgrate guitar parts.... your opinions please !!!

Yamadron — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:17:25 GMT

EDIT Title: Upgrade guitar parts.... your opinions please !!! << Silly "t" instead of "d" :p

Hello everyone !

Well, I am thinking of upgrading some parts of my RG370DX.. I know anyone will tell me to get another one, but IMHO, I guess that I can make this guitar alive with some changes

First of all.. I decided to change both Neck and Bridge pickups plus the Tremolo as well.

So, I've finally decided on Dimarzio D-Activator X in the bridge as I need the closest passive pickup to EMG sound. I liked the X2N too, but I found that it is somehow more treble than the D-Activator X.

For the neck pup, I am confused a bit. Some people told me to get the D-Activator X (neck version) to match the bridge as a set. While others told me that the D-Activator (The pole pieces version) will be better. The problem that I can't get my hand on a guitar that has D-Activator X installed in it. I liked the D-Activator very much, but I can't compare it to D-Activator X due to lack of the knowledge of how it sounds.
So can you share your opinions and experiences about both of them ?

For the Tremolo, I liked the EDGE 3 Tremolo. It wasn't that bad of how people were describing it. It just need a good setup. It wasn't getting out of tune too. I am using it for 2 years without any wear outs. But it lacked the nice tremolo effect; the fluttering. The best one I found in flutter effect is the Floyd Rose. Fortunately, it seems that it fits in the EDGE III cavity, but how it operates ? Does it work like it was installed by the manufacturer or I will face some problems. - It will be installed by a technician -
Or it just fits but doesn't work at all.. I am talking about the OFR kit, not the licensed FR.

Thank you guys. :)

Jrc4558 originals??

Dark plexi — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:05:32 GMT

Guys

I acquired some original JRC4558 from an these are from a super console which was broken up a few years ago, These chips were used in the original TS808's.

What do these vintage chips go for??

FS/Ibanez edge pro for BSB - uk

Dark plexi — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:58:01 GMT

Hi

Guys I have a edge/lowpro for sale unused

200 pounds sterling I can provide photos if needed.

NGD: 1990 S540 LTD

AxeHappy — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:32:23 GMT

Last night UPS delivered this lovely guitar to my door from S-Man. An outstanding guitar and a great deal. It's my first "real" Wizard neck and my first MIJ Ibanez. Needless to say it's awesome. But enough talk, more porn:

In the case.

Slim is hot.

With a clean fretboard and new strings!

With the family. It may not be all sharp and pointy but it's still metal as ****.

FT - Feeler - Schecter Hellraiser C7 for RG1527

sdgiffin — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:30:45 GMT

Brief & Accurate Description of gear/guitar: '06 Schecter C7 Hellraiser 7 String
Modifications (if any): none
Accessories (hardshell case etc): HSC
Location (City,State or City,Country): Calgary, AB
Contact Info (No Phone #s): pm please
References Required (**** or other forum userid): sdgiffin (****) Used666, 7Stringless
Price (include currency and if firm/obo): Looking for an Ibanez RG1527 in great condition for a straight up trade.
Pictures: Will post when I get home from work.

Thanks for your interest.

WTB or Trade: Early 50's Fender Telecaster

Dr.StrangeNote — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 18:25:20 GMT

I'm looking for an early blonde fender telecaster for sale or trade. Basically I'm after something similar to Keith's MICAWBER. Must be legit, USA made, no knock-offs. The condition is relevant, I do have other Ibanez that can be used to equate the deal. Let me know whatcha got.

What I have to offer:
The condition varies for each one, OHSC included.
1991 MiJ RBM1CA (8.5 out of 10)
1999 MiJ RG7620BK (10 out of 10 *Mint*)
2003 MiJ RG470FM-SP Limited Edition (9.5 out of 10 *Mint*)
2007 MiJ RG550MXXDY 20th Anniversary (9 out of 10)
1987 MiJ RG550MBK (8 out of 10)
1993 MiJ 540SOL (7.5 out of 10)

Trying to pick a WGS speaker for 1x12 cab

SoulofSound — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:55:01 GMT

Ok well I have to keep my speaker choice under $80..... I have looked at Emenince and Warehouse Guitar Speakers..

So far, I have played a few of the emenince speakers but when i played the Warehouse Guitar speakers they seemed to be more clear and present with their tone..

So there are 3 WGS speakers i like the tone of..

12� HM75 (75w RMS)
12� ET65 (65w RMS)
12� Reaper HP (50w RMS)

My amp is 40w of tube head, this speaker is going into a 1x12 closed back cab..I will mostly be playing heavy metal, death metal and melodic metal.

Like-
Godsmack
drowningpool
deathklok
Slipknot
etc etc........

I really like all three but I have only played the HM75 and it kills, but the cleans of the Reaper and ET65 sound sweet on the WGS site..

Any experience with these??

new member/new guitar MIJ 94 RG550 LTD

rhynobyte — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:25:04 GMT

Hello. I just picked up a MIJ 1994 RG550 Blk. Glad I found this site. Had an Ibanez RG back in 90. I picked up one of the AR200 artist a few years back upgraded the pickups to a duncan jazz neck and a Jb in the bridge. Amazing what good pickups can do for the right cut of wood. I love it. Wanted a total shredder so I researched and found this very cheaply priced jewel on line. I am excited. The neck is like new and outside of a few minor dings this guitar loks like it did a lot of case time. No buckle rash either. I do have issues though.

-The Hums are moving up and down on the screws. They dont come off just move up and down.

- The tremolo angle adjustment screws seem to be at an obscenley uneven depth of inserstion to get the angle right ( maybe?)

- Neck looks straight but messed with the trem slightly last night to get rid of the slight buzzing on the low E and A strings.

-The guitar's body is in such good shape that the few tiny dings actually bug me. I'ts black so I'm hoping to post to find someone hear that can provide info on making them disappear as best as possible.

- Been spending some time looking into pickups and I'm thinking I would like air norton neck-area 61 middle-evo 2 bridge. Still much research to do with compatability with each other and tone. I do want to move fast with this though as I'm seething at the bit here.

These things I will probably address in individual posts. But I guess if it's not frowned upon please feel free to comment on this thread or let me know that members like individual threads. I think after 25 years I may finally be an Ibanez guy after all. I LOVE the feel and playability. I think the RG will compliment the mahogoney set neck artist very well and provide a completley different look,feel and tone in the end which is what I was aiming for. Kinda cool to get that with one maker. I am contemplating buying the pickups and having a pro set it up as I have no experience tinkering with floaters and want to shred this guitar so bad quickly.

E minor pentaton spiced up with chromatic passing tones

JonasTamas — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:56:19 GMT

This is a cool chromatic line I've come up with doing a guest appearance on one of the songs of the upcoming 3rd OSV album. Click here to download the bigger version of the tablature and the mp3:

http://www.4shared.com/file/15578047...c_passage.html

As you can see and hear, the solo is in the key of E minor, and it starts with two unison bends in the first bar, and a simple bend-and-release pattern in the second bar. Notice, how these two bars are rhythmically connected by the solo guitar, using different notes and techniques but the same rhythm.

At the end of the second bar I start the chromatic line. I took the 5 notes of the E minor pentatonic scale as reference points and did some chromatic 'journeys' around them. In the fourth bar you have to shift positions twice, so I wrote the fingering below these two points.

When using chromatic lines, it is important to end the passage on one of the main notes of the key - this time I've landed simply on the root (D string 14th fret).

Bridge radius vs fretboard radius

F242 — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:32:54 GMT

I recently bought an RG1570L, and theres many things that I like about this guitar.

But I have a problem getting the actions as low as I have it on my GRG170L. The reason for this is that it seems that the radius on the bridge matches quite well with the radius on the fretboard, which in theory means that you can get the same low action on all six stringes.

That is if you never ever try to bend the strings!

It seems that to avoid choking the high E string when bending, I end up with far to high action for the middle string.

This doesnt happen on my GRG170, where the radius on the bridge seems to be larger (flatter) that the fretboard.

Does anyone experience similar problems, and is there a simple solution?

Finn

?? Classical guitar question ??

DEADTUNES666 — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:22:06 GMT

:?: A fantastic player I know has a very expensive hand made one off classical and his suggestion to me with my $1,000.00 Classical (POS compared to his) is to leave it in the bathroom when showering as the steam keeps it humidified. He says he's been doing this for over 20 years and has never had a problem with his guitar. Has anyone else heard of this? Right now I'm just using the humidifier case component with the little sponges. For the last week I have kept it in the spare bathroom where my son and I take our showers (separately of course!). But is this too much humidity for the guitar or what? I have no reason to doubt the guy, as I have known him since we were kids, and he has attended San Francisco Conservatory, as well as other prestigious schools. His playing ability is phenomenal, though I am a little curious if anyone has ever heard of this? :?:

Thanks for any feedback...

WTB: 1987 Stock, White RG550

76Stratman — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:19:45 GMT

Ladies and Gents,

I'm looking for a stock 1987 White RG550. The neck has to be clean and straight. Body can be beat to hell and dinged/dented/chipped. An OHSC would be nice but not mandatory. Original wiring and pickups please. I live in Hong Kong but I fly back to the States once per year and I need a guitar to practice when I am visiting the parents. Shipment will be to Chicago. Its going to sit in its case 51 weeks/year but it will eventually join my small four-guitar army. Thanks, Rich.

Left wrist is uncomfortable

Alpha_AI — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:04:26 GMT

Ive been learning economy picking
and i noticed my wrist on my left hand starts to get a lil uncomfortable.
How do u fix this problem?

I am using 009-042 daddario and Dunlop Jazz III red 1.38mm

THanks,

Ben

String on fire Contest By Nathapol ^^

nathapol1992 — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:01:41 GMT

Hello I'm thailand
My Nickname is Ton
I'm use washburn x-serial and G-2 Distrotion and BBlue Overdrive
Thank you for everything^^
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--sS6Yax99I

Custom Ibanez RG Seven F/S

Serinsky — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:48:41 GMT

Hey Everyone,

I am from West Chester Pennsylvania, right out of Philadelphia. I am putting up for sale a custom seven string RG guitar that I played while I was touring with Dave Weiner from the Steve Vai band. I am not on the road with him any more so I do not need it. I would like to get 700$? I really don't know how much it is worth though.

PM me with any questions!

-Sam

Link to pictures
http://www.filefront.com/14958211/RG%20Sale.zip

JEM 7VWH with Ebony board F/S

Serinsky — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:32:19 GMT

Hey Everyone,

My name is Sam and I am from West Chester Pa. A little bit outside of Philadelphia. I have up for sale my beloved Ibanez Jem with an ebony fretboard. Don't want to sell this at all because it has so much sentimental meaning, and it's amazing but you know how it is... If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask. I would like to get $1500 but this is negotiable. Please send me a pm if you need anything.

Here is a link to pictures of the guitar
http://www.filefront.com/14958103/Ib...For%20Sale.zip

Thanks,

Sam

WTB: RG550xx With Case

Davo — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:18:29 GMT

I've been checking out hundreds of guitars our there, wanting to upgrade from my old Ibanez, and the RG550xx 20th Anniversary re-issue is exactly what I've been searching for!
http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g2...60/RG550xx.jpg

I'm looking for a used guitar in good condition (No huge scratches or chips), and the red carrying case it comes in (preferably with the tools as well).
Willing to buy it for somewhere around $600, depending on the condition it can go up. PM me if you got a good deal!

WTB: Ibanez UV7BK - 97' Silver dot

angelmozart — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:35:42 GMT

hi there,

i'm looking for a silver dot in players condition. PM me if you have one laying around. seller has to be willing and hav experience shipping overseas ;->

A

how do you maintain your strings from rust?

marijuana_kills — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:18:10 GMT

??I have a AC in my room and i keep my s series in a jimi hendrix guitar bag and it seem to pick up a little bit of rust on the strings?! whats up with that! I dont have central AC btw.......

Why doesn't this neck fit my RG560?

Balthier — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:49:07 GMT

Not sure if this should go in repair section,but my original neck on my RG560 said 550R on the back and had the red letter A. I bought a replacement on the bay which says 550R with a red letter E. The low E side has a space in between the body and neck when the screws are tightened and it seems like it was wider cause it was tighter to fit in it can anybody explain?

Me and my PGM301 in the heat of battle!

SonicProvocateur — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:42:00 GMT

Just got my bands photos back from our November 6th performance at Birmingham's finest stage; the 5 Points Music Hall.

So here's some pics of me and my PGM301 shredding up the stage!

It was a night of progressive metal madness, and the PGM served me well...I ran my 5150 through an Orange 4x12 that night. Still pretty brutal sounding - definitely on par with my usual PRS/Mesa combination.

P.S. for all the Sonic Youth fans - that shirt is a not a reprint! 1987 son!

Custom Jem 5 Killer project, MUST SEE!

ShredderJoshW — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:42:40 GMT

Devin Townsend - Addicted

Petie — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:27:57 GMT

Has anyone else got this impossibly amazing new album by Hevy Devy? I can't stop listening to it. Seriously. Like, I feel like I need to listen to it twice a day. I'm a grown man, fer crying out loud, I should be able to show restraint!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Anyway, if you haven't heard it, imagine some of the more commercial moments of Ocean Machine, Physicist and Accelerated Evolution, but with more groove and very flashy production.

Oh and if you've never listened to Devin apart from the album he did with Steve Vai, whoooooooooa boy you have a lot of catching up to do. Here's a post by Devin himself on metalsucks.com where Devin personally picks out a bunch of YouTube videos to give a bit of an overview of his work. If you don't like one, give another a try because he's done a lot of very different stuff and some of it is quite shreddy, some is rather proggy, some is all-out metal, and he's even done some ambient new age instrumental albums.

http://www.metalsucks.net/2009/11/17...on/#more-24631

FS: Near Mint 1995 Ibanez S470 w/gig bag

Bluestreak — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:03:35 GMT

1995 Ibanez S470FMTT - Flamed Maple Top, Transparent Turquoise

FOR SALE ONLY: This is a near-mint Korean-made 1995 Ibanez S470 (please no trades). The color is called "Transparent Turquoise" but it appears to be more green than turquoise in person. Regardless, it has a beautiful finish and the character of the tiger stripe maple is difficult to capture in the pictures, it's much more striking in person. This guitar is extremely reliable, very stable, the Lo-TRS II is in excellent operational condition, the neck is smooth, thin and fast, and it looks as good as it plays. Very well-kept, I'm the second owner.

Asking: $315 + shipping/insurance (TBD based on buyer location)
Guitar location: Orlando, FL

Includes Ibanez gig bag. Gig bag shows wear on Ibanez logo but is otherwise in perfect order. Thick padding, single front pouch for storage with working zipper, briefcase-style handle and adjustable backpack strap (see first pic).
Mahogany body (Flamed Maple Top), Wizard II, 22-fret, comfortable low action
Abalone oval inlays
Features upgraded bridge pickup. Seymour Duncan high-output, I'm not sure which model SD as it was in the guitar when I purchased it. This hotter pickup is very versatile and does excellently in this instrument. The neck (AH1) and middle (AS1) pickups are the original-equipped Ibanez. Volume/tone pot, 5-way selector switch work perfectly.
No cracks whatsoever. The neck heel and locking nut allens are not cracked in any way (see pics).
Gold hardware is near-mint. The tuning keys, volume/tone knobs, tremolo bar, and pickup rings have normal playing wear but it is minimal. The Lo-TRS II is in perfect shape with no pitting or damage to the finish whatsoever.
Two minor blemishes, shown in the last two pictures. One is a small crease that appears to be under the clear coat as it can't be felt if you run your finger over it. On the rear of the guitar there are three (3) small chips out of the clear coat just below the open cavity cover but the paint/color is not damaged. The headstock has some wear apparent on Ibanez headstock logo.

Gig Bag
Guitar (front)
Guitar (front)
Neck
Neck/neck wood (rear)
Headstock (front)
Headstock (rear)
Headstock (rear w/scarf joint & locking nut allens)
Neck/neck heel/guitar (rear)
Guitar (rear)
Fretboard (closeup)
Hardware/pickups (closeup)
Blems [1] [2]

Thanks!

-Roger
(aka Bluestreak)

Element Swirls

dgbaker33 — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:50:16 GMT

Some new swirls i did for Thorn guitars.
http://thornnewsanddiscussionpage.yuku.com/topic/2830
Full body shots are on page 3 of the thread

NGD 76 Ibby Les Paul Copy

rs70chgrrt — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:13:30 GMT

Found this thing on Craigslist here locally. They wanted 100 dollars but it had no output so I got it for 80 dollars. 76 model has super 70's pickups & schaller tuners(added by somebody). Took it home and took it apart, cleaned the pots and switches and viola sound!!!! Did a pretty thorough cleaning and added some new knobs and switch plate and for a grand total of 94.00 I have a pretty nice looking and playing guitar. I don't have a Les Paul to compare it against so I don't know the difference but it sounds pretty darn good. Especially through a clean channel. Plays nicely and it looks cool on the wall if nothing else.

Anyway the first 3 photos are before and the last 4 are after some cleaning.

FS-Jem 777 VDY

pisceanwar — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:01:30 GMT

Hi guys, just testing the waters here. I have a Jem 777 VDY I am contemplating selling. I am the original owner, it was given to me as a gift from my parents in 1989 when I started playing in bands. It has been my main guitar for 15 years, recording various albums and sessions (Dreamcast, Sega, Playstation) and so is not in collectable mint condition.
However it is in great playing shape, having just been set up and refretted. It has various dings collected over the 15 years of gigging, but everything is original. The trem is worn where your palm rests, but still functions perfectly.
This is a killer guitar and with the Wizard neck is lightning fast. Incidently I've never found an easier guitar to play funk on!

I have a lot of sentimental baggage with this guitar as it was a gift and my #1. I honestly will probably cry if I sell it.
But I am building a house and need every cent I can get.
I'm thinking it may not be worth my while as I'm in Australia and with the weak US dollar may not make it worthwhile. (And I kinda want to hang on to it...)

But I thought I'd throw the idea out there, if there is any interest I'll organise some photos etc.
No idea on price, Maybe $1400.US/$1550AU
Cheers
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replacing my RG321mh bridge

Boombatty — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:57:11 GMT

I have a RG321mh and Im planning to change out the bridge for it.anyone know if a fender Gotoh bridge with 2 1/8 string spacing work properly?thanks...

...Sean

bridge replacement for my RG321mh

Boombatty — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:47:29 GMT

I have a RG321mh and Im planning to change out the bridge for it.would a fender Gotoh bridge with 2 1/8 string spacing work properly?thanks...

...Sean

Stuff to trade for jem floral pattern

guitarscott — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:37:30 GMT

I have a ibanez uv777bk 98 model and a ibanez jpm3 petrucci signed and also a t.c electronic g force processor. Im looking for a decent ibanez jem floral pattern if any of this stuff interests you let me know.

Oleophobic Chrome PG?

newbieguitarmaker — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:17:27 GMT

Guys I was wondering if there was a way to get a chrome pickgaurd that had some sort of oleophobic coating on it so that it didn't get any fingerprints. Also I've thought of making a thin acrylic ply on top of the chrome so that it didn't get fingerprints but would that take away from the chrome look?

Thanks,
~Joe

FS/TRADE Ibanez rg 550 road flare red/maple

j.arledge — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 21:38:52 GMT

Hi,

I have an ibanez rg 550 in road flare red that i'd like to sell or trade. It is in EXCELLENT shape for its age. the serial starts with a 7 which i belive makes it an 87 model , it has the old original square neck joint (the one that is sculpted a little not totally square).

It has one dark spot on the neck, the frets and edge trem or in near mint shape.

The guitar only has two dings on the bottom edge close to the input jack.

I am maybe interested in trades + cash on my end for a combo amp . I love mesa, vht, rivera, engl maybe a carvin or genz benz , either way let me know what you have.

As far at sale price i am STARTING out at 550 USD because i have never seen one in this good of shape.

ships in original case, will have pictures up shortly.

WTB: Ibanez RG540 PII Skolnick model

shreddyknight — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:56:30 GMT

Hi there

So here I go again... I would like to buy an old Ibanez RG 540 PII model also known as the Skolnick model. No preferences about finish or H-H or S-H configuration.

Just simply if somebody is thinking to sell one sent me an email or a PM to: javinavarro2@hotmail.com

Cheers��

Javier

FS: Ibanez John Petrucci JPM100 P4

drim4u — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:38:52 GMT

I am selling it for USD$1300 or OBO. Please let me know if you have any question. The buyer pays the shipping costs and tax. Here is a rundown of the nicks that are on the guitar. There are about 3-4 nicks on the back left side edge (You can check them on the pic.). However all frets and the fret board are absolutely perfect. It includes the original hard case and the CAMO strap (Dimarzio).

Here are the pictures.
http://s677.photobucket.com/albums/v...t=DSCN0806.jpg
http://s677.photobucket.com/albums/v...t=DSCN0808.jpg
http://s677.photobucket.com/albums/v...t=DSCN0809.jpg
http://s677.photobucket.com/albums/v...t=DSCN0811.jpg

If you want, I can get more pics.
Model: Ibanez JPM100 P4 (John Petrucci Model)
Date of Built: 1999
Color: Picasso Camouflage
Neck: Maple
Tremolo: Ibanez Low Pro Edge

HHH pickups choice question

DaniJem — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:35:54 GMT

hi...
i have seen the rickwh1973's about HHH wiring thread but i dont want post this question there (offtopic)

i want make a guitar with HHH (3 humbuckers)
the body wood will be mahogany with flame maple top. neck on maple.

i just bought a dimarzio Tone Zone for bridge position, and a Air Norton... but i dont know in what position is better for this pickup, and what other pickup choice for complete de HHH config... :?

so i have:
- Bridge: Tone Zone.
- Center: Air Norton or XXX.
- Neck: Air Norton or XXX.

what pickup XXX I buy??
what position XXX and Air Norton is better??

i appreciate your advice!!! :)

cheers!

(sorry... its a mess to explain this in my bad english) ;)

FS Ibanez RG 770 DX Laser Blue

Grandturk — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:54:56 GMT

$750 shipped CONUS, trades considered (Charvels, Fender Strats)

Fret life is very good - not verified, but looks to have been recently leveled & crowned. Little to no wear since - no flat spots, divots. Neck has some wear & tear, gloss is mostly dulled, wear through around 8th fret. No dings in the headstock.

Body is refinished & looks new - no dings, scratches.

Everything else is original - pickups F2, C1, F4; Lo-Pro Edge. Bar is new Ibanez & black, not cosmo black.

Ibanez case included. Case looks really new - not sure if its original - but its a nice case.

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n...s/DSC_0050.jpg

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n...s/DSC_0046.jpg

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n...k/DSC_0047.jpg

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n...k/DSC_0048.jpg

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n...k/DSC_0049.jpg

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n...k/DSC_0051.jpg

you better check this! Electric Guitars :: Artwood Twin - Limited Edition :: 2670

g.milko — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:52:12 GMT

Lots of guitars and gear for sale!

hippietim — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:49:19 GMT

More pictures of most stuff here: http://hackolutions.com/forsale/index.htm

Paypal is fine as long as you are verified/confirmed. In terms of trades, I am always interested in trades. Right now I am most interested in picking up a few more Ibanez JEMs and some powered monitors.

PRS Korina Mira - $1350
http://hackolutions.com/gear/current...mira%20(1).jpg

Fender Ritchie Blackmore Signature Stratocaster (like New) - $950
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fend...re09%20(1).jpg

Alembic Epic 5-string - $1400
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/alem...ring%20(1).jpg

Godin MultiAc Spectrum - $700
The reason I'm letting this go cheap is because the RMC board likely needs replacing. All the GK stuff works but the switches don't work right.

http://hackolutions.com/forsale/yyforsale%20(39).jpg

GMW Custom Shop Camo Tele - $2000

http://hackolutions.com/gear/current...tele%20(7).jpg

Parker Mojo Fly in rare "Belew" orange - $1850

http://hackolutions.com/gear/current...mojo%20(1).jpg

Bogner Fish Preamp - $2300

http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(11).jpg

Straub Cantus - $1400
Port City 2x12 w/Celestion Lead 80's - $550 (local pickup only)
Port City 2x12 w/Greenbacks - $550 (local pickup only)
Port City 4x12 w/V30s - $700 (local pickup only)

http://hackolutions.com/forsale/stra...city%20(1).jpg

http://hackolutions.com/forsale/forsale0709%20(4).jpg

Mesa Boogie 20/20 Power Amp - $575
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/forsale110809%20(3).jpg

Rocktron Velocity 300 Power Amp - $300
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/forsale110809%20(5).jpg

Mosvalve 962 Power Amp (scratchy pots but works fine) - $125
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(14).jpg

SWR 2x10 Bass Cabinet - $175 (local pickup only)
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(49).jpg

Mesa Boogie Mk III head with flight case - $1000
(pics coming soon)

QSC GX3 - $175
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/forsale110809%20(7).jpg

Celestion Vintage 10 - $75
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(42).jpg

Hughes & Kettner Red Box - $100
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(25).jpg

Ernie Ball Volume Pedal Jr - $75
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(38).jpg

Boss Fuzz FZ-5 - brand new - $65
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(24).jpg

Rocktron HEX Expression Pedal - $75
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(37).jpg

TC Electronic G-Major (missing knob) - as-is - $150
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(22).jpg

Passac Unity 8 Line Mixer - $125
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(16).jpg

Rocktron Patchmate - $275
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/forsale110809%20(1).jpg

Behringer Ultra-G GI100 - $25 each
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(20).jpg

Rolls DB25 Direct Box - new - $15 each
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(23).jpg

SansAmp Bass Driver Deluxe - $200
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(32).jpg

THD Hotplate 8 ohm - $225
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(34).jpg

Oberheim Matrix 1000 - as-is - $100
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(29).jpg

Antares Vocal Producer - $375
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(18).jpg

Roland MPU-104 - half-rack MIDI input selector
Roland MPU-105 - half-rack MIDI output selector
Roland half-rack - holds 5 half rack units
$90 for everything
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(40).jpg

Eventide Eclipse - $1400
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/forsale0709%20(2).jpg

Roland D-50 with case - $450
(pics coming soon)

Yamaha MJC-8 - $100
http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(27).jpg

Gator rolling mixer/utility/pedalboard case - $90

http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(54).jpg

Gator briefcase style 3 guitar stand - GW-3X-STAND - $90

http://hackolutions.com/forsale/fors...809%20(56).jpg

Are Replicas Legal? Cannot find the right custom 7 string

FarBeyond — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:40:44 GMT

Does anyone know who makes the best Ibanez replicas? Because I cannot find any Ibanez RG 7 or 8 strings with upside down headstock, nor specific finishes like various camos and natural satin finishes, different colored bindings, lightning Inlays or the ibanez shark style inlays, and of course the very elegant Kahler locking systems (but with a Floyd Locking Nut),...

if good luthiers who make replicas right to spec exist, does any one know if whether these replicas are legal for me to play in my band?

I found 2 companies in poland but how do i know if they are high quality.

Thanks

covers band demo

pauly414 — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:09:32 GMT

here's a few songs we recorded for our demo. I'm, using an Ibanez JS1200 throughout.

http://www.myspace.com/thecoverupbirmingham

Where's Herc???

countandduke — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:05:02 GMT

I've had a guitar and neck on order with Herc and Jess for like 4 years or so and now their email address doesn't work. Any idea how to get in touch with him???

Chris (countandduke@aol.com)

what comes with the tremolos from ibanezrules.com

l0k1 — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:03:33 GMT

this is probably a dumb question but does the tremolos from ibanezrules.com just come with the tremolos or does it come with the locking nut,springs etc.?

FS: Parker Nitefly,Yamaha Pacifica, Yamaha RBX

Big Job — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:41:58 GMT

Hello! I have a few items that I'm selling to fund the purchace of a Parker Fly Mojo guitar.
Pictures are avaliable on request....

1) Parker Nitefly M - I brought this guitar 2nd hand 3 years ago from a chap who didn't play it very much. I have gigged it a few times and it has a few 'dings' and marks, however, the instrument is solid. It has an awesome tone, feel, the build construction is excellent and everything works just as it should. I'm looking to get 525 pounds for this guitar.

2) Yamaha RBX 374 bass guitar in red. This is a solid bass guitar, although its been used its in good condition and is an excellent bass for someone who wants a back up or perhaps an upgrade. I want 90 pounds for this bass.

3) Yamaha Pacifica 311MS. This guitar is in excellent condition and is fairly rare. Its a blonde 'super tele'. Maple neck and finger board, Ash (I think!) body and in excellent overal cosmetic condition. This guitar has a Gibson 57 PAF installed in the neck position and I have changed the string tree to a graphite one. I want to get 230 for this guitar.

I based in Exeter, in Devon. You can contact me through here, or e mail me on c.elphick@ex.ac.uk. The cab can't really be shipped, but I'm sure we can figure something out for the other items. I will not be using paypal for these transactions as my account is having some problems at the moment. But I can provide e bay references if needed.

Chris

Evolutions are "unforgiving" -- what does this mean?

RedTiger — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:28:38 GMT

You sometimes hear that Evolutions are "unforgiving". Even Dimarzio's own summary says they are "not for the inexperienced".

What the hell is this supposed to mean? It sounds like a marketing gimmick to me, like if you use them and sound good, you MUST be good.

Is there any truth to the idea that they will somehow expose sloppy playing more than another pickup?

Cleaning your guitar (mostly frets)

+SAM+ — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:40:51 GMT

I wipe my guitar down after playing all the time and wash my hands bla bla bla so are you supposed to clean your frets with that lemon juice stuff? Cause my frets aren't the metal looking colour that they were originally and I've noticed even my oldest guitars I've never cleaned the frets with lemon juice.

Only lately I've noticed this (I have a relaxed brain) and should I buy lemon juice to clean the frets or just wipe 'em down like I always did?

November Reviewer Of The Month Contest

alan_w — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:25:33 GMT

I am a bit late announcing the prize for the November Reviewer Of The Month (ROTM) contest - But better late than never. :)

Selection of the ROTM will be based on two main criteria:

Quality and detail of reviews submitted throughout the month

Those that continually submit high quality/detailed reviews will be in the running for winnin ROTM! A high quality/detailed review goes deeper than single sentence comments within your review.

Quantity of reviews

Obviously the more reviews in a month the better your chances of winning ROTM.

Quality vs Quantity:

Keep in mind that doing 50 reviews with little substance will NOT get you ROTM. Keep them coming but make sure they are the quality reviews we typically see.

Time frame:

ROTM will be announced on the 10th of each month for the previous month and will be based on the reviews submitted within the past month.

PRIZE: November's ROTM contest is once again sponsored by Ernie Ball. Big thanks to Brian and the whole team at EB for supporting this initiative!! November's ROTM will win two boxes of the Ernie Ball Strings used by Steve Vai - One for Electric and the second for Acoustic guitar.

Wanna participate but you are not familiar with the Jemsite Reviewers Club? Click here for details.

some parts for sale edge lopro and more

andrewsfury — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 13:06:35 GMT

i have forsale some great parts.
ibanez lopro edge trem brand new 120.00 trem only. plus 10.00 ship
rg570 cavity covers 28.00 plus 3.00 ship.
ibanez locking studs and anchors for edge lopro 38.00 and 3.00 shipped. like new.
v7 v8 ans s1 pickups 48.00 and 7.00 shipped.
gotoh black tuners brand new 28.00 plus 7.00 shipped.
43mm black edge lopro nut 24.00 plus 2.00 shipped.
brand new rg550 wiring harness and jack 20.00. 7.00 shipped.
ibanez trem claw and screws and springs 10.00 and 5.00 shipped.
perle guitars jem body basswood unfinished in the condition i recieved it in 80.00 and 15.00 shipped.

pics are available upon request.
first come first serve , paypal only. items will be full insured and all these items are new or like new. with no poroblems. i wont be here till later tonight so ill answer p.ms tonight in order recieved.

FS: Mesa F-50 combo, Randall RM4

Redwitch — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:53:09 GMT

Selling one of my RM4's. In excellent condition, both cosmetic and working. I'm including the RF4 foot-switch but for some reason it won't switch to channel free, so consider it a freebie. Asking $415.00 PP'd and shipped. E-mail me for more pics.
I'm also selling my Mesa Boogie F-50. Never gigged and still has the warranty tag on it. There are a couple of white paint scuffs from moving it around my apartment but I can probably get those cleaned up. Includes foot-switch. Asking $600.00 plus shipping, which I'm guessing will be between $60.00 and $90.00.
Pics are here: http://photobucket.com/RedWitch_01

How NOT to ship guitars

Jack Secret — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:47:02 GMT

This is a post from another forum but it could apply to all of us one day so it's worth the read.

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Imagine my horror when my wife called me to say that the guitar had arrived from FedEx Ground, and she asked.....why it did not come in a box !!

Yes, I did a trade with a guy (Andrew Emmel) and after careful preparation (lots of picture trading, many emails, talking on phone, etc) ..... I never thought to ask him if he would be putting this in a BOX for shipment. Some things I guess you just cannot assume. I was speechless, I mean who would send a $1500 guitar out to the FedEx gorilla gang with no protection other than the nice Gibson USA (mint condition when it started) hardshell case. This great case, which my traded decided to use as the shipping box....without telling me.....is part of the value of the trade. I don't even ship pedals in their boxes, I always double box them....to protect the value. And this guy sends a CASE out into the great unknown. Did I mention I was floored. Oh and by the way, this is a guitar that is well known for broken necks too right? Not even any internal padding to be sure it did not move around inside.
Just packing tape all around the outside to be sure and leave sticky un-removable residue all over the case....just to provide a continuous reminder of my bonehead shipper trading pal. Oh the horror. I was on a trip at the time so I got to wait 4 days until I got to see it with my own eyes.

So here is the "shipping box":

I can only assume that the owner wanted to start the relic'ing process of the case for me while it was in transit to me.

The good news is that it was not destroyed, the case had lots of new wear and tear courtesy of FedEx handlers and some pretty good crunches (in places that you wonder how they did it). But no broken neck. This must be a testament to the form/fit of this Gibson case as it did it's job well.

There is a darker side of the story (what was described as "deglossing of the back of neck by his guitar tech" seemed to be much more "hand some course sandpaper to your 6 year old and let them have it". It is brutal and unplayable neck that needs professional attention. I have an estimate for $150 to repair that surprise.....but that is another story for another thread.

Lesson learned #142:
Always confirm that seller/trader plans to put your item in a box and properly pack it.

Lesson learned #143:
Ones persons "deglossing to match the feel of his Taylor 314ce neck" is another persons "scraped with sawblade"

Lesson learned #144:
When you think that 10 pictures have told the entire story....ask for some more.

Lesson learned #145:
Even though you would always want to make a trade deal right in order to be fair and protect your reputation, don't assume others will do the same.

That is all for now. By the way I am not seeking any "oh that sucks.....I live near him and could pay him a visit" 30 page thread here. I just had to share my first bad trading experience in a long time....and vent a bit. I did not even encounter him here on TGP, but I know you guys would understand my horror. I now forgive him and wish him the best and hope that he enjoyed getting the better end of this trade deal.

The guy who traded me is: Andrew Emmel (username is: andrewemmel on Acoustic Guitar Forum and Ultimate Guitar forum). I don't see him on TGP, but wanted you guys to know so if you do deal with him....you can exercise GREAT caution. To be fair, he did not totally rip me off as he sent the guitar in trade, but his packaging was NON-EXISTENT which diminished the value of the case and the neck sanding destroyed the value that I attached to the guitar and he did NOTHING to try and reach happy compromise on making right on things.

What do you think? :>

Ekvi — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:45:06 GMT

New here! Hello :)
Just wanted to link to some of my tiny recordings, its nothing fancy compared to lots of other guys here, and most of the recordings are incomplete.

But let me know what you think of it :)

http://www.myspace.com/oniqui

- Ekvi

6105 vs 6150 Dunlop fret wire

8 Big Tubes — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:35:23 GMT

Have any of you guys used both types before?

Did switching from one type to the other make a lot of difference in the playability of your guitar?

Which did you prefer?

Are there any advantages to using say the 6150 over the 6105?

which modded wah pedal?

SandmaN211 — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:10:28 GMT

hi i thinking of buying another wah pedal because my budda stuffed up and i dont want to get it fixed

out of these which one should i get or should i get something else from the music stores?

http://users.tpg.com.au/idgaf1//wahwahworldpedals.htm

thanks

No serial on rg-570?

firerock — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:06:06 GMT

Hi all,

I've been browsing around this forum for some time now, just would like to thank you all. I have stumbled upon and classified for an 89' rg-570. The picture of the headstock does not seem to have a serial number. Is this something I should be worried about? And is this price fair? Thank you very much.

Ibanez RG2027xvv - figuring out the knobs, inputs and switches

Max Dread — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:07:52 GMT

HI all

I wondered if any owners of an RG2027xvv (or anyone who has used/knows much about the guitar) would be happy to hand hold me through what the different knobs, switches and inputs all do? I'm trying to figure it out but there are a lot of combinations! If anyone could talk me through it I'd really appreciate it.

Cheers

Max

FS/FT: Ducan Pearly Gates

guitarsnroses — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:59:55 GMT

I have a black regular spaced pearly gates for sell or possibly for trade. If for sell 60$ shipped I actually paid 95$ plus tax.

Interested in something with a higher output and not an a2 magnet

Wanted: JEM or RG Neck

MALAM — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 06:54:24 GMT

JEM7BSB or 7DBK Neck Wanted, any condition as long as there is no structural damage.

Also, RG3120 Neck wanted.

Cheers.

FS: Ibanez SA160QM parts - Dimarzio tonezone/YJM/fender USA - AS IS

NickCormier — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:18:01 GMT

Here is a project I was doing that unfortunately resulted in a body that was sanded too much in the neck pocket, meaning I have to sell it for quite cheap now.

It is an Ibanez SA160QM, everything is stock except the guitar has a Dimarzio Tonezone in the bridge, Fender USA singlecoil in the middle and Dimarzio YJM in the neck. Also has pearl knobs.The neck pocket still fits, and everything works, theres just a slight gap in the top part of the pocket. I have filled it with wood filler, so now it works as it should, but looks somewhat ugly close up, from a distance it is barely noticable. Either way, This guitar is being sold AS IS.

I am looking for $175 US, or like $125 US without the pickups (both AFTER paypal fees). Give me an offer, Im also looking for a Carvin neck (guitar or bass), a White pearl H-S-S or H-x-S pickguard.. um I think thats it for parts. a Carvin bass in general would be great.

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i1...l/IMG_0010.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i1...l/IMG_0011.jpg

http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i1...l/IMG_0012.jpg

I can get more pics also if needed.

Audio Recording Interface for Laptop

AngelOfDeath — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:13:44 GMT

Hi guys,

I'm on the market for an audio interface that I can use for my laptop. I sometimes stay out for jobs and would like to record on the road if ideas come up. So I would like something that is portable enough to carry. Also, if the interface includes a good, usable software, plugins, effects, that would be great too.

Any ideas or suggestions?

I'm kinda looking at the Line 6 UX2 with Pod farm and also at the Guitar Rig Session.
I'm also looking at the Reaper software that everyone is raving about.

Going to Winter NAMM 2010!

Petie — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:13:36 GMT

After about a million years of reading about NAMM from afar (usually about 5 months later, in the pre-internet days by the time the US guitar magazines arrived here) I decided it's time I went there myself. After all, I'm now writing for 3 different guitar mags as well as my site www.iheartguitarblog.com and I really should be there to provide on-the-ground coverage and meet up with all the cool contacts I've made in recent times. So I'm packing up the family and making the long (actually only 12 hours - not too shabby!) flight from Australia to California.

Who else is going to NAMM? It'd be cool to finally put faces to the names!

I've got so much to do while I'm there! I've applied for a guitar lesson with Paul Gilbert, Premier Guitar mag has mentioned the possibility of me guest-hosting a couple of videos for their site, and I'm hoping to catch a Mike Keneally gig if he's playing at NAMM this year (seems I'm always hearing about these killer Keneally sets and I always miss them). What else should I do, as a first-time NAMMer?

FS: Loch Ness Green JEM Body & Neck

Brad737 — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:55:11 GMT

Hello all. This is probably the wrong forum, but here goes...

I bought this body and neck on **** a couple of years ago as a project, but I never got around to completing it. To be honest, I don't know if these are aftermarket parts, or a converted Ibanez RG. As you can see this is a basswood body finished in Loch Ness Green, accompanied by a nice maple neck with a Loch Ness Green headstock. The body has the "All Access Neck Joint", which is really comfortable. The neck has the cool "disappearing pyramid" inlays. I thought the neck would be super-thin and super-flat, but it seems nice and comfortable...sort of like an American Standard Strat. This auction includes the body, neck, neck screws and ferrules, locking nut, and a set of tuners that are supposed to be from a Jem. (I do want to point out that the tuners have two alignment points sticking up, while the back of the headstock is only drilled for one. I'm not sure which is "correct".)

All you need to complete a KILLER Jem is the pickguard, tremolo, and electronics. I've seen Loch Ness Green Jems sell for over $2000 on ****, so here's a chance for you to save HUNDREDS, if not THOUSANDS of dollars. I'm asking $350, plus shipping and Paypal. If you have any questions, please let me know.

Thanks,
Brad

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l1...e/P1020124.jpg

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l1...e/P1020136.jpg

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