Ford, I don’t what it is but every time I open one of your lessons you play something that appeals to my musical sensibilities and I just have to work on what you’re sharing. Actually I do know what it is, it’s your melodic sense and easygoing demeanor. Thanks so much for keeping me inspired and growing as a guitarist and musician, you are much appreciated brother!
I own a Tokai from the same era-an absolutely incredible guitar. By chance, I replaced the bridge with an ABM bell brass bridge, and I was blown away by the difference. The sustain and attack improved dramatically! It’s an absolute game-changer. Since then, I haven’t wanted to play any other Les Paul. Highly recommended!
Ford, Always a pleasure to hear you play. Seems like you always have a great sound and I'm sure you're playing through a bunch of different amps and pedals. Would be great if you could share some of the gear you're playing through. Thanks for sharing all this info with us mortals. HAHAHA
I recently started wrapping my strings around the tailpiece. I’m wondering why he only did the bottom four and the rest straight through. Can someone explain, please?
an excellent picker.. from the town of steel. I saw you were in town recently (caught a clip somewhere).. I will be sure and catch you next time you are around. Cheers from Bugtustle!
Back in the 70s my jazz teacher taught me the five positions rather than 7 or 3 note per string method to this day my pea brain only can see them that way. I think E dorian as B Maj in my head. Nice Greco Find!!
I love light wieght guitars, think I saw a video of Ford playing some hot sounding mario martins, best sounding videos he has with some awsome sounds and playing !
I think pentatonic is just as important. There are statues dedicated to Strat guys who just played that. And they will be remembered long after we’re gone.
When I hear guitar players crying about the weight, I think to myself! WTH, You still need to work out, you might as well be doing it with some good self made music! LOL
When I got my Gibson standard Les Paul this summer I walked in and knew the serial number I wanted. I chose by the color and mainly because it was 10+ lbs. If it’s not over 7lbs on anything I don’t want it. Give me what I pay for.
Hey brah, I know those are sweet guitars, But Im a pussy and the Greco, The Burny even the Tokai Les Pauls are insanely heavy. Japan made some beautiful guitars in the 70s. The Fugigen plant was killin it. Chris Vachons main ax is. Tokai Lespaul. Roomful of Blues. Check him out. Bad ass player. I know that guitar screams! Enjoy. Sorry to be a pussy about weight. 64 yo, bad back and cancer. lol
Ford, I don’t what it is but every time I open one of your lessons you play something that appeals to my musical sensibilities and I just have to work on what you’re sharing. Actually I do know what it is, it’s your melodic sense and easygoing demeanor. Thanks so much for keeping me inspired and growing as a guitarist and musician, you are much appreciated brother!
I just worked on a 1974 Greco lp. It was a 10lb weapon. sounded really nice too. thanks for the lesson.
Yes!!! Finally someone says who gives a F about heavy! Thank you Ford, Bad A guitar too brother
Man love this video!! I’m so close but still not quite there yet. But watching this video is opening some doors! Thanks brother
@@winston67 any time !!
Glad to see you got that gorgeous Greco 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Get your Greco on bro! Nice lesson Ford. I better buy one before they cost 3K! Thanks for sharing. Peace
Too late...
Never seen a half top wrap before, that's cool.
Super useful FT. Thanks!
Great video. Rush. Different feel, Santana. 8:10
Mr. Thurston …💥even your “ noodles and doodles “ are golden ✨🤩…thanks pal 👍🏻
Nice find on the Greco. But the sound comes from you! Thanks for sharing the lessons!
I own a Tokai from the same era-an absolutely incredible guitar. By chance, I replaced the bridge with an ABM bell brass bridge, and I was blown away by the difference. The sustain and attack improved dramatically! It’s an absolute game-changer. Since then, I haven’t wanted to play any other Les Paul. Highly recommended!
Love to hear the story of 4 over 2 thru top wrap mix… Innaresting!
Lesson starts at 04:40. Whole lot of fluff before that.
Thanks.
Ford, Always a pleasure to hear you play. Seems like you always have a great sound and I'm sure you're playing through a bunch of different amps and pedals. Would be great if you could share some of the gear you're playing through. Thanks for sharing all this info with us mortals. HAHAHA
I have 2 Greco les Paul's, they are amazing.
@@rockinguitar101 what years do you recommend?
@@jamesoconnor5154 Anything pre-1990, I have 1982's but would recommend late 70's
Martin Guitar just gave Larry Carlton a guitar at the NAMM show. It's crazy weather in America from fire to freezing. Stay safe. ✌
Nice Colorado shirt 🙂
Still cold as absolute shit in Florida. Congrats on the new acquisition!
I recently started wrapping my strings around the tailpiece. I’m wondering why he only did the bottom four and the rest straight through. Can someone explain, please?
Was wondering the same thing myself!
Down pressure on the saddle, because that's the low side of the bridge.
I do it for less tension so maybe the thin strings felt too loose
an excellent picker.. from the town of steel. I saw you were in town recently (caught a clip somewhere).. I will be sure and catch you next time you are around. Cheers from Bugtustle!
Back in the 70s my jazz teacher taught me the five positions rather than 7 or 3 note per string method to this day my pea brain only can see them that way. I think E dorian as B Maj in my head. Nice Greco Find!!
great teacher, great gutar !! what model is ?? thanks for the class !
I love light wieght guitars, think I saw a video of Ford playing some hot sounding mario martins, best sounding videos he has with some awsome sounds and playing !
@@benbush1227 thank you !
Is the reverb from the room?
@@scottbee501 yes
I think pentatonic is just as important. There are statues dedicated to Strat guys who just played that. And they will be remembered long after we’re gone.
Thanks! What amp were you using on this video? DR?
Greco sounds great.
Man that thing sounds awesome! Some are saying it has dimarzios, some say maxxons. Let us know if you open it up and check once tou restring it.
I have an 81 Greco. Blows my Gibby away...and most other Gibbys I've played. The Greco fooled a dude that owns an actual 59 Gibby. HE was blown away
I like whatever amo your using
I was never big on having road maps
Did you get that hoodie in Missoula MT? I have the exact same one! CRAZY!
Tab sheet?
Can you explain the reason for top wrapping 4 low string and not the B and E?
@@johns3527 I hate it . It came that way . Changing it
So "not for sale" was a fat lie 🤣🤣 I had a feelimg this would happen, congrats, you sound great on it!
@@ilmisxx2 🙏🙏
@@2011goldtop also check out some Tokais from same era if you ever get a chance, I have a feeling you might love those too
When she asks me what I've been doing all afternoon ! I'm blaming you !!!
So your now the proud owner of the greco? Is it one of the "egf super real" or something?
Where's the green supro guitar?
What reverb are you using ?
amp it sounds like
Another post he said it was the room.
Stoked to see you dropping content on the reg brother. By chance are you playing any gigs in Nashville the week of the 10th?
Would you be willing to share the model # of your Greco?
@@willdenham no serial number
@2011goldtop Shoot, thanks anyway.
What’s the model number on that beast?
If I'm not mistaken, that guitar should be a Greco eg900 from 1981. You are a great guitarist!
@@aldeaalcaraz123 ok., I didn’t know
@@aldeaalcaraz123 thank you ! How can you tell?
What did Ford reply on the model ?
Ford what did you mean 400 pickups ?..maxon made u1000 and u2000 pickups..
@@2011goldtop I have been importing these guitars to my country for many years. I know the catalogs
Too good, too fast, too easy! 🔥🔥🔥
No.2
Did you buy it? Or is it a loaner?
@@eliasp8645 bought 👍
Cool guitar but I have burst believer fever
@@codyburgess7034 ya gotta
You must be Cousin Goldy.
Cleaning the house seems pointless. It doesn't seem to make a difference for any length of time
When I hear guitar players crying about the weight, I think to myself! WTH, You still need to work out, you might as well be doing it with some good self made music! LOL
When I got my Gibson standard Les Paul this summer I walked in and knew the serial number I wanted. I chose by the color and mainly because it was 10+ lbs.
If it’s not over 7lbs on anything I don’t want it. Give me what I pay for.
Learned it 35 years ago😆🤣😁
Hey brah,
I know those are sweet guitars, But Im a pussy and the Greco, The Burny even the Tokai Les Pauls are insanely heavy. Japan made some beautiful guitars in the 70s. The Fugigen plant was killin it.
Chris Vachons main ax is. Tokai Lespaul.
Roomful of Blues. Check him out. Bad ass player.
I know that guitar screams! Enjoy.
Sorry to be a pussy about weight. 64 yo, bad back and cancer. lol
@@bluespower1961 the weight is What it is! It’s worth it though !!