Confessions of a Gear Head | My Struggle with Gear Acquisition Syndrome

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  • Опубліковано 27 жов 2019
  • I have a gear acquisition problem... This is how I'm dealing with it.
    In this episode, we discuss reactive load boxes(Suhr, Ox), amp/cab simulators(AxeFX, Helix), pedals, instruments, and other types of gear and the ways you should use them.
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    Alan Nance
    Peter DeVault
    Bill Grubbs
    Phil Mingin
    Tal Harber
    Rick Taylor
    Dennis Lukas
    Bill Miller
    Gabriel Karaffa
    Brett Bottomley
    Matthew Porter
    Frederick Humphrey
    Frederick Humphrey
    Paul Noonan
    Mansel Ismay
    James Jourdan
    Terry Van Belle
    Stephen Morris
    Hans Vilu
    Ian Chumakov
    Ilya Kravchenko
    Nathan Hanna
    Thom Theriault
    Jason Johnson
    David Wilkinson
    Chris Scrivo
    Kai Ellis
    Josh Lawrence
    Zack Kirkorian
    Ray Rossetti
    Evgeny Teilor
    Joe Ansaldi
    David Fugit
    Jonathan Wentworth-Linton
    Harry Brocious
    Pzz
    Marc Alan
    Rob Kline
    Tim Wilson
    Calvin Wells
    David Trapani
    Abel James
    Will Elrics
    Hector Medina
    Joe Elrod
    Chris Defendorf
    Debbie Valle
    maydad meiri
    JP Rosato
    Scott Rance
    Dave Hawkey
    Roger Frankham
    Orion Letizi
    Mike Voloshen
    Ashley Thompson
    Matt Pauley
    Peter Pillitteri
    Jeremy Hickerson
    Travis Ahrenholtz

КОМЕНТАРІ • 576

  • @pizzagogo6151
    @pizzagogo6151 4 роки тому +162

    The difference is, compared to many of us, you’re a talented professional- you’ve earned the right to buy what you want. It’s people like me who buy gear they can barely use who should really rethink their spending habits☺️

    • @taperry326
      @taperry326 4 роки тому +19

      I resemble that remark.

    • @InGrindWeCrust2010
      @InGrindWeCrust2010 4 роки тому +2

      Amen. Me, too.

    • @davequast
      @davequast 3 роки тому +2

      Pizza Gogo I feel seen.

    • @gregaltenhofel7326
      @gregaltenhofel7326 3 роки тому +4

      Practice practice practice 😎

    • @crigonalgaming1258
      @crigonalgaming1258 3 роки тому +4

      I put my spending habits on pets like collecting spiders/tarantulas. I sold off my excess gear. I don't need much. Procuring gear doesn't mean you will practice more.

  • @BobCraigmile
    @BobCraigmile 4 роки тому +54

    "My name is Bob and I'm a gearhead" "hi Bob!"

  • @MrGuitarHack
    @MrGuitarHack 4 роки тому +45

    The correct answer to the question “How many guitars do I need?” Can be found in this simple equation:
    (Current number of guitars) + 1 = the number of guitars you need.

    • @jemsar2
      @jemsar2 4 роки тому +4

      MrGuitarHack Best equation ever. In fact, it’s the only Algebra I care about...

    • @Tommyalpaca
      @Tommyalpaca 4 роки тому +1

      Ye

    • @zoltannemeth8864
      @zoltannemeth8864 4 роки тому +2

      It’s an amazing equation that determines the rate at which green-colored paper converts to wood and strings.

  • @georgesabitpol
    @georgesabitpol 4 роки тому +125

    -how many guitars do you need?
    -yes.

    • @robpedigo1943
      @robpedigo1943 4 роки тому +10

      Just one more.

    • @BrettFunkGuitar
      @BrettFunkGuitar 4 роки тому +3

      @@robpedigo1943 That's the only answer I ever give, verbatim. LOL You beat me to it!

    • @MrBrooxy
      @MrBrooxy 4 роки тому +5

      I also have yes guitars

    • @youKnowWho3311
      @youKnowWho3311 4 роки тому +3

      GAS is a real syndrome, but they shoudn't actually be looking for a cure.

    • @tednugentlives
      @tednugentlives 4 роки тому

      A: More

  • @kroadster3249
    @kroadster3249 4 роки тому +45

    This is THE best solid colour on a Prs I have ever seen.

    • @conan218
      @conan218 4 роки тому +1

      Seriously! What a beauty!

  • @michaelmoore7975
    @michaelmoore7975 4 роки тому +20

    @5:27 I see your problem right here Rick....."How many guitars do I *need?"* implies probable future guilt. When it should be "How many guitars do I *want?"* Voila! guilt removed....nothing but pure unadulterated instant gratification.

  • @adampezzuolo5618
    @adampezzuolo5618 4 роки тому +26

    You seriously have more gear than my local guitar store, it's hilarious

    • @trebleboost7
      @trebleboost7 4 роки тому +8

      And significantly better gear too.

  • @55nimrod55
    @55nimrod55 4 роки тому +173

    That PRS is painted like a 1970's Hot Wheels car.

    • @FLORIDAERO
      @FLORIDAERO 4 роки тому +6

      Love it. I also guess we have both knowledge of a 70's Hot Wheels Car. Loved them.

    • @randymarthins3473
      @randymarthins3473 4 роки тому +1

      @@pastorofmuppets1968 The actual car you're thinking of would be either Silhouette or Beanik Bandit?

    • @Ken-yg4um
      @Ken-yg4um 4 роки тому +1

      @@pastorofmuppets1968 I call it electric blue 😎

    • @joelspaulding5964
      @joelspaulding5964 4 роки тому

      Matchbox Tyre Fryer came to mind, rear enginge, single yellow seat ...

    • @chrislagrego1775
      @chrislagrego1775 4 роки тому +3

      Yeah. I think the Silhouette came in that dark metallic turquoise, and I think a metallic red too. I loved the radical shape of that car. Man, what a flashback... Suddenly I'm a kid sitting on an oak floor in my parent's first house... Trying to straighten a pin-sized hot wheels axle... ;D

  • @offcenterconcepthaus
    @offcenterconcepthaus 4 роки тому +44

    "You can never be too good-looking or too well-equipped."

  • @jemsar2
    @jemsar2 4 роки тому +27

    “I don’t need two Marshall plexis...what would I do with them?”
    “Hold my beer...”

  • @JS45678
    @JS45678 4 роки тому +13

    Happy 57 and a Half Birthday Rick! 🍰
    I started playing in 1991...I’ve purchased 3 guitars & I’ve received 2 as gifts over the decades.
    1992 Randy Rhoads Jackson Offset V (purchased)
    2009 Les Paul Studio (purchased)
    2012 Fender Jazzmaster (w Whammy bar) (purchased)
    1978 Les Paul Standard (gift)
    2018 Martin Acoustic/Electric OMC-15M (gift)
    I’ve always preferred sponsoring music classrooms so children can have guitars and other instruments as my “needs” were met long ago and I’ve chosen to defer my “wants” to fulfill children’s “needs.”
    I’d like to have many more guitars but I like children experiencing guitars more than adding to my collection.
    I’m not sure if I’m doing the right or wrong thing but it’s the path I’ve chosen that makes me happy; however, I LOVE seeing other musicians with crazy guitar inventories like Rick. How fun would it be to spend a day in Rick’s studio playing so many beautiful instruments!! 🤘😊🤘

  • @thebenefactor6744
    @thebenefactor6744 2 роки тому +2

    I was trying to get a clean tone out of my strat, because I was just playing it and it was clean, now it was distorted; and there was this guy behind me ( this was outside) talking about a white lp custom, and how they age. I gave up on the strat, because I got hungry and got a sandwich, so I could listen to this guy and have a snack. Then I woke up and realized I was listening to youtube in my sleep. I just want you people to know that Rick still makes sense, and is quite compelling in many different realms. So, the next time you think he might be wandering and droning on and putting you to sleep, let him. You'll still learn something, and, enjoy it.

  • @ChrissyOneMusic
    @ChrissyOneMusic 4 роки тому +12

    Your guitar rack and wall of amps is pretty much life goals for me.

  • @andresilvasophisma
    @andresilvasophisma 4 роки тому +60

    "I don't need two handwired Marshall Plexis" - Rick Beato 2019

    • @Sadowsky46
      @Sadowsky46 4 роки тому +2

      André Silva I‘ll take‘m

    • @rif6876
      @rif6876 4 роки тому +2

      So do you need 1 or more than 2? :) I can help you with one of those, would be good to learn how to play on, better than my bottom of the line fender?

    • @MusicTherapyLaz
      @MusicTherapyLaz 4 роки тому +1

      And it probably hurt for him to say that! Lol

    • @vividvulpe9842
      @vividvulpe9842 4 роки тому

      😂

    • @qwertpoiuy430
      @qwertpoiuy430 4 роки тому

      rif probably not good to learn. Loud af

  • @larydixon4824
    @larydixon4824 4 роки тому +6

    Hi Brother Rick, I am here to testify to the world that you Do Indeed make great use of nearly every single guitar, amp, and drum that is in your custodial care! I have watched carefully as you switch from one instrument to another, in order to match the true essence of what ever you are demonstrating. This is really what sets you apart from everyone else in the Internet community.. Your refined attention to detail is outstanding! Great work my friend!! Lary

    • @larydixon4824
      @larydixon4824 4 роки тому +1

      By the way you did very effective job explaining a producers need for equipment.... Lary

  • @christopherprim1973
    @christopherprim1973 4 роки тому +27

    I have heard your confession. Say 10 Hail Jimis, and go and sin no more.

    • @bordershader
      @bordershader 4 роки тому +2

      Hail Jimi, player of grace, the chord is with thee.

    • @crigonalgaming1258
      @crigonalgaming1258 3 роки тому +1

      Blessed are you among hot women, and blessed is the tone of your Strat to a Marshall.

    • @christopherprim1973
      @christopherprim1973 3 роки тому

      @Rolph Finkin Nice template for jokes, though.

  • @richardm3114
    @richardm3114 4 роки тому +2

    Rick. I bought the Beato Book. I love it. I think you should make a series and work through the whole thing. Maybe have guests come help out for parts. I know you reference the book in streams but to have a Beato book playlist that is semi organized would be a godsend. Thanks and keep rockin!

  • @ZigbertD
    @ZigbertD 4 роки тому +12

    I just bought a Telecaster this week. I've bought and sold several over the years, this is a pretty nice one. So now for the first time I've got a Strat, Tele, and Les Paul all at once. I've also got a nice Taylor acoustic. I think I'm covered now. Except for something oddball like a Danelectro. But they're cheap. Maybe a Rickenbacker 12. They're not cheap, but I might need to do it. A Gretsch Duo Jet would be nice. And my Tele and Strat both have maple fingerboards, so I kind of need a Fender with a rosewood fingerboard. Or both. But that's it. Oh, except maybe a PRS, those things are SWEET!

    • @trebleboost7
      @trebleboost7 4 роки тому

      This reminds me of a scene from a famous Steve Martin movie. Was that intentional?

    • @ZigbertD
      @ZigbertD 4 роки тому +1

      @@trebleboost7 Not specifically thinking of that movie, but it's pretty much like that. "And that's the only guitar I need. Except this one. And also maybe this one."

  • @markzzzsmith
    @markzzzsmith 4 роки тому +36

    People who like bicycles have the same problem. The ideal number of bicycles is n + 1.

    • @djh6970
      @djh6970 4 роки тому +4

      And cameras

    • @johnora3857
      @johnora3857 4 роки тому +7

      Mark Smith my problem is that my hobbies are guitars and bicycles....

    • @doomgoon2755
      @doomgoon2755 4 роки тому +4

      Motorcycles.

    • @RamonOchoaMusic
      @RamonOchoaMusic 4 роки тому +2

      Road Bikes and Drums. Fortunately snare drums are not as expensive as guitars.

    • @lukevining8168
      @lukevining8168 4 роки тому +1

      What makes this song great:
      Times of Trouble- temple of the dog

  • @Nightwinflyer
    @Nightwinflyer 4 роки тому +7

    I cleared out a bunch of gear based on the 'how many guitars do you need' video!

  • @whinegummi6329
    @whinegummi6329 2 роки тому

    I would love to see a simplified beginner guitar video about gear from your perspective. Like guitar amp speaker, guitar interface software etc. Thing is, despite your knowledge, I just enjoy your content. You don't f... Around. You are just Rick, no bs. Keep it going. Thank you for everything I have learned on this channel.

  • @alanredversangel
    @alanredversangel 4 роки тому +5

    I'm jealous of how quickly and effortlessly Rick can tune a guitar. Just those few extra seconds quicker than i could do it, but enough to bug me.

  • @bk6678
    @bk6678 4 роки тому +2

    I have one electric guitar (a Gretsch Jet Club) and a Fender Champion amp. I can play a little bit and it makes me happy. Love your channel; especially the “what makes this song great” series.

  • @jimmyc5498
    @jimmyc5498 4 роки тому

    The PRS is nice, those descending diatonic 4ths in the intro are way cooler. Love that you’re talking about gear and playing stuff you like at same time.

  • @Kobayashhi
    @Kobayashhi 4 роки тому +18

    We love them all, that's the problem. That's why I got a tele.

  • @arrakian
    @arrakian 4 роки тому +21

    Rick, one of the best parts of your “What makes this record great” is that you have (or close to) versions of the equipment used in the songs. If that leaves you a gear head, oh well. 😊

  • @Tnevels
    @Tnevels 4 роки тому

    Saw you on tone talk as well!
    Great interview! One of my favs, I watch tone talk all the time.
    Looking forward to your review/comments on the UA ox, the suhr reactive load IR, and the axe Fx III.

  • @jacobsmith1877
    @jacobsmith1877 4 роки тому +1

    You have some amazing gear, Rick. A wall of amps, a wall of guitars. That's a good problem to have. My solution to buying too much gear is that I've trained myself to almost always talk myself out of a purchase except for a couple of times a year when I make an exception. I'm sure once my studio is finally built and I have a place to store it all like you do I will really have to fight the urge to splurge

  • @justingarcia7722
    @justingarcia7722 4 роки тому +2

    I recently went through a major purge. I kept my 51 custom shop Nocaster, Gibson r4 gold top, 1970 335 and my early 90s Gibson gospel. The studio has a j bass and that's it for guitars. It feels good knowing everything is in heavy rotation

  • @AZFunk
    @AZFunk 4 роки тому +3

    Love that PRS finish, and I love that Les Paul Custom, I have a 1987 I got new that is beautifully aged now 32 years later

  • @DownUFO
    @DownUFO 4 роки тому +4

    General rule: if you get a new instrument, write at least one album with it (if not two) before you even consider buying another. So you can still get the things you want, but you gotta explore and utilize what you have first.

  • @buzzcrumhunger7114
    @buzzcrumhunger7114 4 роки тому +5

    A man after my own heart... "I could live with just one guitar, but all of these amps are staying right here!"

  • @Gibfenez
    @Gibfenez 4 роки тому +1

    RIck, had that exact guitar and (also) miss it dearly. The PRS is gorgeous in that blue. Never saw that metallic on a 24 before. Congratulations .

  • @nikcrosina
    @nikcrosina 4 роки тому +2

    have to say - I was a bit of a gear head before, especially when I was an audio engineer, collecting gear,. and even now I have too many guitars and basses and too many drums. BUT with age, I have gradually moved away from that and now the biggest fan I am of Tommy Emmanuel, who has essentially one guitar (which he plays to destruction usually) - and every note he plays comes from his heart and soul. its like he massages your heart with his fingers. no effects. no backline. no big production. no quantising. just a beat up guitar and his playing. Love it.

  • @lamsonian
    @lamsonian 4 роки тому

    My GOD that Blue on that "borrowed" PRS is friggin GORGEOUS!!! It looks like ionized aluminum. Incredible color. Love it!

  • @Nightwinflyer
    @Nightwinflyer 4 роки тому +13

    In your case, the gear was and is used and was necessary. The bad side of this is young players feeding on new gear thinking it is why they suck. Not being able to play sours music worse than low quality gear.

  • @samj.6867
    @samj.6867 3 роки тому +1

    These sessions are great! Thanks Rick!! Who in the world thumbs these videos down?

  • @philsmith3019
    @philsmith3019 4 роки тому +1

    Sweet PRS. Really wish they put out more solid finishes on their core models. Apparently, one of the pillars of that company has been about producing instruments that get treated like paintings more than tools to _make_ those proverbial paintings.
    I’m glad to see more UA-camrs break out of the gear addict mentality. Its encouraging for recovering gear junkies like me. When I realize I’ve worked to cut my stash of 14 instruments in half, it puts a smile on my face. Big weight off my shoulders.
    Lastly, it’s a beautiful thing how technology keeps evolving in a way that empowers guitarists and bassists to make better and better quality recordings at home. In the 90’s, there wasn’t a multitude of DAWs, sims, attenuators, IR’s, plugins etc, as we have available now.

  • @michaelogden5958
    @michaelogden5958 4 роки тому +7

    Gawd! That blue PRS is gorgeous!
    It's interesting to me that musicians going into a studio would pick up the studio's guitars, etc. and do sessions. I always thought most of those guys were married to their personal instruments. :-)

  • @tiluriso
    @tiluriso 4 роки тому +4

    That is one wickedly beautiful PRS.

  • @65Superhawk
    @65Superhawk 4 роки тому +1

    Great video, Rick. One thing I would say is this: For those of us in the real world, we don't get to expense gear on our tax return. One thing that makes me a bit jealous, is that as a studio owner, you probably get to depreciate (or section 179) your gear acquisitions. That means you get to buy items and take a tax break! Maybe I should start a studio on the side!!! Great vids, as always. Love your content.

  • @johnpick8336
    @johnpick8336 4 роки тому +2

    That one of a kind PRS is incredible looking Rick !

  • @timharrington4470
    @timharrington4470 4 роки тому

    I think it's one thing if all this gear is part of your work as a producer because these are not toys they are tools and you know what you're doing with them. It's very obvious that you've worked very hard to be where you're at today and your tools are well-earned. I am really glad that you created this channel.

  • @TheToneLounge
    @TheToneLounge 4 роки тому +5

    You know, I found a way to make my G.A.S. more manageable. I try and find incredible deals, or at least have something to trade-in so I can bring the price down of the gear I want to acquire. I've set a price in my mind that is both reasonable and that does not put me into debt. If the gear I want is far out of my price range, then I do a ton of research to convince myself I don't need it. I check my budget, do the math. When I see that it is unreasonable, my mind tends to let go. This is how I counter the impulsivity. Another thing I do, is seek out more affordable alternatives. Anyway, just thought I'd share my experience. Cheers

  • @TheNinnyfee
    @TheNinnyfee 4 роки тому

    So far I had that problem with kitchen equipment. Great, now I am adding instruments...Thanks, Beato! 😄😄😄

  • @GraemeCampbellMusic
    @GraemeCampbellMusic 4 роки тому

    Really enjoyed this Rick, and the colour on that PRS is stunning, it’s like liquid.

  • @danielbenoit4139
    @danielbenoit4139 4 роки тому

    Just bought your book Rick! Thanks a lot, it looks pretty complete.

  • @plumcrazy4478
    @plumcrazy4478 4 роки тому

    My '83 Goldburst Les Paul Custom has a mahogany back and maple neck - and it's a heavy beast. Best guitar I've ever played.
    The correct answer to "How many do you need?" is "One more!"

  • @keithbirdsong1036
    @keithbirdsong1036 4 роки тому +4

    Oh my rick yes we do. And that’s how you get a community.

  • @rawkinj6609
    @rawkinj6609 4 роки тому +2

    Missed you again!!! Damn traffic!! Nice Freakin' Blue PRS!!! I'm Listening!! :)

  • @cantemirash
    @cantemirash 4 роки тому +1

    Amazing finish on That PRS.

  • @TheGuitar4002
    @TheGuitar4002 4 роки тому

    I use a Victory Countess tube preamp into a cabzues for my rig with my pedal board integrated. I plug into a studio monitor for practice and line out for live. I love it.

  • @aaronhall9024
    @aaronhall9024 2 роки тому

    After I got my Carvin, I couldn't believe that I had played anything else beforehand! The quality difference between a USA made, custom shop guitar and a Korean RG is remarkable... plus after hearing so many horror stories about Gibsons arriving exactly the way that one you ordered did! Makes me feel lucky that I've never been a fan of Gibsons lol I sold all my extra stuff and even stuff wasn't extra ... I do my own amp and guitar maintenance luckily... digital modeling is cool and all but it's not the same as the real tube amp tone and saturation with real celestions... nothing beats that for me personally

  • @RadMedia402
    @RadMedia402 4 роки тому

    Hopefully, he thanked the guy that gave him the Marshall in a more appreciative way than, I already have one. :) That was an amazing gesture to offer to give it to him.

  • @ghostjacker
    @ghostjacker 4 роки тому

    Don't blame you. Your 🎸collection looks awesome. Full Tour please.

  • @uncleant3780
    @uncleant3780 4 роки тому

    I'm 3/4 through this video about g.a.s., and Rick is currently discussing several different speaker emulators he owns. Now we're discussing a custom pedal that you can add before everything else... LMAO, Rick, leave the minimalist discussion to 5 watt world. I love that when you discuss a particular player or style, you have the specific style or gear in your hand.
    Gear is like partners. You just need the one, but if you want variety, and can keep them loved and properly maintained, who's to tell you how to live your life?!?
    Cheers, Rick!

  • @TheSlandis
    @TheSlandis 4 роки тому

    Gorgeous color on that PRS. I'm holding a Kiesel CT3 with a Candy Red Metalic that is very similar. In my personal collection, which isn't huge, I cover many bases. The Fenders, several Kiesel/Carvins that cover the PRS style and Les Paul style. I don't play enough guitar live to justify more, but there are several I'd love to have.

  • @joeldowdy4953
    @joeldowdy4953 4 роки тому

    I have the same Princeton Reverb limited edition, its a great amp, as you said Rick it takes pedals great and for 15 watts has a beautiful sound.

  • @fivewattworld
    @fivewattworld 4 роки тому +1

    Hypes! Love this topic, right “up my street” as the Brits say.

  • @Spittin_Bars
    @Spittin_Bars 4 роки тому +1

    That special edition Princeton Reverb in the shot behind you is my dream amp.

  •  4 роки тому +1

    Great advice there, Rick. Any chance you could do some demos of using tube amps with different load boxes? While we have options such as Kemper, AxeFX, DAW plug-in's etc, there will be loads of your readers with real amps (and looking to keep them) wondering what new (quiet) options are available for home recording.

  • @teenixon
    @teenixon 4 роки тому

    I too have been getting rid of a lot of gear, Lots of cabinets since buying the ox, I think your right about it being the future of guitar, that type of thing , at least until axe fx 9 has all of the sounds down perfectly. I love gear, necessary toys for us boys !!! Also moving out of my 4 br house with studio into a 2 br apartment has forced me to be more creative with much less and much quieter gear... hello Roland drums !!!

  • @RafsanBasher
    @RafsanBasher 4 роки тому +1

    that's a beautiful guitar ❤ (The PRS)

  • @merc1110
    @merc1110 4 роки тому

    I like your TV Yellow Les Paul Special the best. The white Les Paul Custom is not my choice, but a beautiful axe. PRS, not my thang.
    Plexi is awesome...you have amazing amps and excellent choice in guitars, etc.

  • @stevegray2091
    @stevegray2091 4 роки тому

    Thomas Blug has videos where he goes in a studio and captures the sound of all their expensive guitar amplifiers by making adjustments on his Amp 1 guitar amplifier with a nanotube. More so now that he has his Mercury edition. Most guitarists go beyond their guitar amplifier's sound with pedals anyway. Universal Audio has plug-ins to capture the sound of the major guitar amplifiers when recording.

  • @chanceterrill5346
    @chanceterrill5346 4 роки тому

    I feel ur pain. I just got a custom 412 made to match my dirty shirley but it's totally worth it....... Les paul>Friedman dirty shirley>412 loaded with greenbacks = amazing jimi through Jimmy tones and all the way to Jerry Cantrell when wound out

  • @louisjwiese5515
    @louisjwiese5515 4 роки тому

    I have always had a love for beautiful and good sounding music instruments. Even when I didn't play any of them.
    Put adds at the end of you videos. Doesn't bother anyone then. And you generate passive income then.
    Btw: thanks so much for sharing your wisdom with us. From South Africa 🇿🇦

  • @trebleboost7
    @trebleboost7 4 роки тому

    For me the path from novice to pro is the path of: "Bang for the buck" to "Buck for the bang". From multipurpose to modular, and as a prosumer without a revenue stream - yes - choice paralysis is very real. Slowly weeding out the less than stellar parts of the signal path. Starts adding up when you start looking at power conditioning, sonic treatment, patch cables, good stands/hardware, maintenance, etc. only as good as the weakest link.

  • @nsc217
    @nsc217 4 роки тому +2

    I’m very particular about tone. I have one perfect guitar strung with the perfect strings through one perfect amp through the perfect pedals

  • @johnholmes5681
    @johnholmes5681 4 роки тому +1

    Love your channel Rick..Its awesome, but my 2 cents as a fellow gear head. We always want what we do not have! In the end, Material things don't make you happy!

  • @hank1519
    @hank1519 3 роки тому

    King Lear said "Reason not the need." Love your videos!

  • @billyhughes9776
    @billyhughes9776 4 роки тому +1

    I used to -- not so much anymore. Had a lot of fun doing it for several years though.

  • @seanhershey3390
    @seanhershey3390 4 роки тому +1

    my Ludwig Supraphonic is amazing in most situations...collecting snares is contageous as well..

  • @M123OCT
    @M123OCT 4 роки тому +3

    The thing about acquiring gear, I can 'afford' to do so now (I'm 59). Yet when I think back to when I was young, broke, out of work and so on, I still always somehow managed to buy good quality gear. I'm not quite sure how I managed!

  • @limpindug
    @limpindug 4 роки тому

    Love listening to people trying to rationalise why they don't need any more kit as they walk out the store with the new thing they can't live without. 😂 Respect

  • @OxygenBeats
    @OxygenBeats 4 роки тому +7

    11:05 Priority list:
    1. Sound source/instrument
    2. Performance
    3. Environment
    4. Mic
    5. Cable
    6. Additional Recording Chain
    7. Mix
    8. Master

  • @marksc1929
    @marksc1929 3 роки тому

    ..well played Rick ...great looking LP.

  • @kibagami25
    @kibagami25 3 роки тому

    A good video on how to repair or the best way to keep your gear in good condition.

  • @DIYivan04
    @DIYivan04 4 роки тому

    I have a mini rock rec reactive load box that goes right into my DAW. If you love your tube amp but need to be mindful of volume, i cant recommend this setup enough.

  • @Skoora
    @Skoora 4 роки тому +1

    @26:45 So many high gain amps are indistinguishable on a recording from each other. Especially with low tuned guitars. Even though I like a good high gain amp I find my gas is much more for different medium gain tones for guitars at A440 or a little lower. That’s where I hear the most differences. I definitely GAS a lot more for amps than I do guitars.

  • @WorldClassSound
    @WorldClassSound 4 роки тому

    An important aspect of GAS is the inspiration factor.
    I find that different guitars / amps / pedals inspire me to play “differently “ .
    Without getting too weird , there is definitely a spiritual side or “vibe” that some instruments have and you feel it as soon as you pick it up and start playing.
    I don’t feel it with all guitars ... maybe 1 in 50 that I tryout and even then it’s to different varying degrees but when you feel it .. you know it.
    I’ve sold several “vintage” guitars that just didn’t do it for me.
    All my current guitars give me that “inspired” feeling... each unique and inspiring in different ways.
    Don’t know if that makes sense to others but that’s my litmus test.
    How many guitars are enough ?
    The number I own now is enough... unless I run into one that inspires me. Then just one more .

    • @motoramps
      @motoramps 4 роки тому

      I completely agree with your comment. It happens to me too. However, if I dont feel it with a particular guitar I ve had , it has to go even if it is nice.

  • @elephantricity
    @elephantricity 4 роки тому +9

    Thankfully I'm at a place where I can accept I have everything I need to make music. Anything beyond that is really just 'collecting.' And while there is nothing wrong with collecting, my pocketbook is much happier with me.. Don't even get me started on pedal acquisition syndrome >

    • @RCAvhstape
      @RCAvhstape 4 роки тому +9

      Yeah, pedals are my weakness. They are cheaper than guitars or basses and don't take up much space, so they are dangerous.

    • @stephentyler4352
      @stephentyler4352 Рік тому

      Did I just hear one of you two P.A.S. G.A.S.?! 😂 💩

  • @kirkbolas4985
    @kirkbolas4985 4 роки тому +1

    If those Plexi’s are still at your discretionary....I’ll most gratefully and thankfully accept one of them as they were offered to you as a gift. I’ll pick up the shipping if you’re inclined to send me one. It does not hurt to ask.

  • @saddestchord7622
    @saddestchord7622 4 роки тому

    I'm the same way! Never liked wood grain guitars. Maybe some bursts sometimes. That PRS is nice.

  • @SeanKerns
    @SeanKerns 4 роки тому

    I used to do the same thing - I kept guitars, basses, amps, keyboards, drums. Young bands would come in with bad sounding gear, and it was not usually hard to get them to use my better stuff. Usually, they loved the idea.

  • @LD10000
    @LD10000 4 роки тому

    i don't have a studio, but I have a lot of stuff... at least I'm talking about selling stuff. Great find on the Les Paul.

  • @souloftheage
    @souloftheage 2 роки тому

    Agreed.
    Some of my friends don't believe one can play a Kramer or Jackson with a Rose with it sounding like Death Metal.
    The amp doesn't care what guitar is feeding it, its sound.

  • @SuperDeadRooster
    @SuperDeadRooster 4 роки тому +5

    Me: I don't need another Marshall plexi!
    Also me: gimme a minute to fold the seats down.

  • @jc.1191
    @jc.1191 Рік тому +1

    Speaking of blowing tubes, a slightly cold bias is underrated. Some amps sound wonderful like that.

  • @JDubOnTheLowdown
    @JDubOnTheLowdown 4 роки тому

    In the past 2 months, I have swapped an old Univox P Bass copy for a Randall head and Kasino 8x10 cabinet. I have then bought a Fender 2x15 cabinet and am eyeing a Sunn Concert Bass head. I’m actually also helping my guitarist friend sell his Blackheart amp to buy a Marshall head for the Kasino cab in place of the Randall.
    I believe I maaaay have a problem.

  • @garyfolmer5497
    @garyfolmer5497 3 роки тому

    We only go through this life once. As long as no one suffers from the purchase , , , you really should get the things that bring you joy.

  • @discodubber85
    @discodubber85 4 роки тому

    I’ve had a few guitars over the years. I’ve not really had money for premium gear, especially for a hobby I never intended to become anything more, but I’ve found some quality budget instruments, and a few diamonds hiding in the rough. Due to life and job interference, I’m down to two guitars: an Alvarez RD8 (my original guitar that is sadly not in very good shape anymore and has become a sentimental display piece), and an Ibanez acoustic/electric I got for free from a coworker. There are three guitars I was forced to part ways with that I deeply regret losing: a Regal roundneck resonator, a gorgeous Epiphone Dot (the first brand new guitar I bought myself), and a surprisingly excellent playing and sounding Explorer style Arbor bass I got from Music-Go-Round for $75 with custom Hamer case.

  • @ThomasHope73
    @ThomasHope73 4 роки тому +2

    You can’t be happier than happy! Find one guitar that makes you happy and play it a lot 👍
    (But l would say that because l’ve always been poor and have gotten used to making do).

  • @davetbassbos
    @davetbassbos 4 роки тому +3

    I hope this doesn't get me banned from this channel, but a while back I made a solemn vow to my self to limit my effects purchases to only Ibanez tone-lok pedals. This range covers the basics, including a tube screamer clone and a very flexible optical wah (that looks like a Klingon gas pedal) I've saved money and more importantly time!

  • @garylarocca6901
    @garylarocca6901 4 роки тому

    New guitar is awesome!!!

  • @frenchiesfrankieandhenry
    @frenchiesfrankieandhenry 4 роки тому

    Rick really does have some righteous gear. 🎸🎸

  • @gregusmc2868
    @gregusmc2868 4 роки тому

    I wish you could do a video some day where you could compare what different guitars-like the ones you listed-sound like playing the same song, or similar songs. I couldn’t tell you what kind of guitar someone is playing just by the sound of it-even though I’ve been listening to great guitarists for 50 years.

  • @DarknessB4TheDawn
    @DarknessB4TheDawn 4 роки тому

    That;s a good idea Luke , how about a new approach theme like doing more with less. I appreciate the value of investing what one needs to be prepared for the future too and keep things simple with the digital literacy. I want to comprehend this problem by then its too late this make laugh. Seriously thanks for sharing your gear here though RIck I don't know what to ask, first.

  • @yaniv-nos-tubes
    @yaniv-nos-tubes 4 роки тому

    yo rick you are the man! that's a really funky color for a guitar i didn't think it's your taste, very nice. i really dig all paul's creations .they always look so lethal and beautiful. but i'm more into the other one...old fashioned i guess maybe old even i don't care. can you make a video about getting out of presets to natural tone?

  • @heyidiot
    @heyidiot 4 роки тому +2

    2:29 Yeah, a little retro-brighting will fix that right up. Call the 8-bit Guy!