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Recent content by skunc

Should I have this guitar pleked or leveled?

We are truly spoiled by technology. The amount of in-depth analysis for each piece of the instrument is overwhelming. The amount of information you can learn on a daily basis about an instrument is seemingly never ending. It is no surprise to find so many like-minded people on the Fractal...
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- Post #77
- Nov 4, 2023
- Forum: Guitars
Should I have this guitar pleked or leveled?

The basic concept is the trajectory of the average string oscillation. Most players create a sine wave when the strings are plucked. The end points of the string usually have the smallest trajectory while the middle of the string oscillates further.
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- Post #74
- Nov 4, 2023
- Forum: Guitars
Should I have this guitar pleked or leveled?

I have scanned many leveling/fretting jobs that are VERY good. I’ve been surprised by nationally recognized individuals that have performed poorly on priceless instruments. I’ve also been surprised by a humble “average Joe” that consistently outperforms the “champion” techs. 98% of necks...
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- Post #69
- Nov 2, 2023
- Forum: Guitars
Should I have this guitar pleked or leveled?

I used to build in "fall away" in my refrets in the 2000s. Then I met Joe Glaser. After listening to Joe Glaser, looking at several Plek scans during the 2010s, I can confirm that "fall away" is a myth we were sold.
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- Post #62
- Nov 2, 2023
- Forum: Guitars
Should I have this guitar pleked or leveled?

Purchase this, or find a tech that has this. https://www.stewmac.com/luthier-tools-and-supplies/tools-by-job/tools-for-necks-and-fingerboards/neck-relief-gauge/ Adjust neck to -.005" Adjust action to your preference or 4/64" and 4/64" ish Play guitar and check for issues. Let me know how...
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- Post #27
- Oct 29, 2023
- Forum: Guitars
Peterson Stomp Classic

I have missed the XLR out feature on the newer Peterson pedals. To be honest, once I had FAS gear it was irrelevant. I just did a show with a newer Peterson pedal into a separate DI box. It made me think of my Stompclasic. So I called Peterson last week to suggest the XLR out would be a...
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- Post #2
- Aug 8, 2023
- Forum: The Lounge
AFIII The John Petrucci IR Collection: Vol. 1

SOLD---Volume 1.....Fierce chops Cooper!!!!
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- Post #3
- Jul 19, 2023
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
AFIII Dm7 Dorian Improvisation Lead Gtr Tone 2023

very cool!!!
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- Post #4
- May 21, 2023
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
AFIII My New CD Release with AxeFX III and FM3

This is really cool! I hope you have this music submitted for sync purposes, these are some very cool soundscapes for tv/movie placement.
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- Post #2
- Feb 15, 2023
- Forum: Fractal Recordings
Any examples of how to cut the shrill highs of just the B/High E strings?

Attaching the Pitch Follower to some of the treble controls on the amp can help. Treble, Presence etc. Im The amp Input EQ is very powerful when used with the PF. I would set up a narrow Q between 3k-5k and see how this sounds and adjust accordingly. This works really well for a slight top end...
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- Post #31
- Jan 15, 2023
- Forum: Axe-Fx III Discussion
Jeff Beck Passed...

Jeff changed the way generations of guitarists approached music. His playing inspired players to take sonic risks. Edgy tones full of character instead of sterile, homogenous average tones that tend to dominate the industry. He has been the most inspiring guitarist throughout history. It is...
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- Post #54
- Jan 11, 2023
- Forum: The Lounge
Hurt myself and can’t play guitar.

Sorry to hear about your injury. I am curious if there any chance you can hold a slide or a bar? I damaged my fingertips a while back and worked on some lap steel until they were healed.
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- Post #4
- Jan 11, 2023
- Forum: The Lounge
Let's see your ride.....
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- Post #101
- Jan 2, 2023
- Forum: The Lounge
FS SOLD!!!!!!! ***FM9 Mk 1 For Sale*** $1599.00!

Sold! FM9 Mk1 For Sale! Not used outside of home studio. $1599.00 OBO. Free shipping Continental USA.
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- Thread
- Oct 11, 2022
- Replies: 0
- Forum: For Sale
Who Is On Your Mt. Rushmore Of Guitar Players?

Luke Landau Gilmour Ian Chrichton
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- Post #25
- Jul 17, 2022
- Forum: The Lounge