I bought a case for my Fender CD-60CE from Rack in the cases.:band:

From what I understand Leslie cabinets are A GIANT FREAKING HASSLE. They weigh a ton and the motor is prone to issues. If you're running a studio the investment might be worth it, but if you're just looking for the specific effect a good stereo Chorus pedal and a pair of amps should be able to emulate it nicely.

Can't really comment much about the pianos aside from personal anecdotes. The baby picture of me playing a keyboard in my journal thread is a customized Fender Rhodes, just the bass end of the piano. Apparently Ray Manzarek from The Doors had a similar setup. I thought it was awesome.

Also Hammond organs are heavy as hell, so just like the Leslie, not exactly something you want to have to move around a lot.

ok thx for the input

i just wanted a "classic" set-up those old fogeys used

looking into a Mini-Moog and a Taurus as well

also probably a Synclavier

Well as I mentioned, if you don't plan on moving the gear around much and just want to get a nice studio setup it could be worth it. Just be aware of the potential hassles. Pretty certain the difference between a Rhodes and a B3 or C3 is like the difference between a Strat and a Les Paul - ultimately, entirely personal preference.

The Mini-Moog looks nice as well (assuming you mean the Voyager model) but personally I'd look towards the Rogue (it features prominently throughout Air's Moon Safari album). Only problem there is that Moogs are generally really pricey.

Also...
http://newanaloguesynths.tripod.com/...s/everynun.jpg hahahahaha

yes, i'm aware of the pricing

there's a musical instrument store downtown here can just about get anything that you order through them

I would like to buy a cheap guitar or bass, just for learning. Where should I look for one and how much should I spend on a decent one?

Depends on your location more than anything. Private sale sites like Craigslist are fine, especially if you have a friend who can help you gauge quality. Most shops offer beginner packages with practice amps and carrying bags. The brands you'll likely be seeing the most are Squier, Epiphone, Yamaha, and Peavey. They're all decent enough for what they are. I still have an old Epiphone Special II, they retail around $200 and it's a tank.

As for cost generally $200-$300 (Canadian) for a beginner setup. You might get lucky and find something decent between $100-$200 through a private sale but anything under $100 is likely going to cause far more hassles than its worth.

Don't worry too much about the brand for now, at that level it's pretty irrelevant. There are a few major things you want to ensure with a learner instrument (this is where a friend with -any- experience comes in handy):

- the neck needs to be straight (just hold the body at eye level and look to the headstock)
- it has to stay in tune (play a chord, then bend some strings and play the same chord again - if you can't do it yourself, ask for a demo of chords, then a bluesy solo, then chords again)
- none of the frets should buzz (play every single note on the neck)

A lot of people make the mistake of acting like 'testing' an instrument is akin to auditioning for a band. While it's lame and dorky to sit there and slowly hit every single note on the neck but, really, it's the only way to check every fret.

The same applies to both bass and guitar, acoustic or electric. Also do NOT even consider a guitar with a floating bridge / whammy bar as a learner instrument. It'll will cause FAR too many hassles with tuning. If it's an electric it's also worth checking with and without an amp just to make sure there are no issues with the pickups or wiring.

Also - it has to look cool. Seriously. If you don't look at it and think 'yeah, that's cool' then you're not going to be as inclined to pick it up and practice; which never really feels like 'practice' when you're just playing with your new cool thing.

Kazoo is a fun instrument,,,,or is it ??? haaaaa !

pawn shops
 

I'D try your local pawn shop,you woud be suprised with some of the nice old **** you can find,,it works for me.

I would say a good keyboard controller and a good computer so you can load various sounds and samples to manipulate

a bass guitar

an electric guitar

turntables

saxophone

trumpet

violin

pluck

Alright, here's a question: I'm looking for an electric guitar on a $1,000 - $2,000 budget. I want one that is either baritone or semi-hollow with a really good sound (duh), a pretty finish (either red or a natural color), and nice sustain. Any suggestions?

Hey I've finally decided to pick up electric guitar which has been a dream if mine sense middle school and I need opinions on what my first guitar should be take note that I'm new and am trying to lean to rock and metal no better advice then from someone who knows his stuff much appreciated mate

Fender used to sell a swanky looking Baritone Jaguar, it's been discontinued since 2006 but I saw one of the guys from Tortoise using one and it was awesome. Can't really comment on a semi-hollow.

Honestly, it doesn't matter. Here are the main criteria you need to consider for your first guitar:

1 - Straight neck - Just hold the guitar flat up to eye level so the strap peg at the bottom of the body is around the tip of your nose and eyeball the surface of the neck. As long as you can see straight down to the nut without curvature you're set.

2 - It has to stay in tune - This is kind of hard to check if you don't already know how to play a little. Check to make sure the tuning pegs are solid and there's no wiggle or looseness in the mechanism.

3 - It has to look cool - This seems superficial but for your first instrument the core purpose is learning to play the instrument. If you don't think it's cool when you look at it, you're not going to feel cool when you pick it up, and you're less likely to practice and develop an ability to play.

If you've got a friend who can already play then definitely bring them along when you shop for your first guitar, they can help troubleshoot the first 2 points, #3 is all you. Also, don't spend more than $200-$300 on your first guitar either, give yourself a year to learn the instrument and figure out what sounds and tones you like most so that you can upgrade to a better instrument that will satisfy your playing style the most.

One last thing. DO NOT buy a beginner / learner guitar with a whammy bar. It will cause so many hassles with tuning and action. Just NO! NO NO NO!

I'm looking for a fluent acoustic guitar which is extremely cheap (talking around 70 gbp = 110 usd, preferably around 50 gbp = 80 usd), and good for beginners. And by fluent, I mean that it has the sort of sound you hear in most Opeth songs.


So in essence the best acoustics for 50-90ish. I can go no higher than 90.

That's enough for a decent Gibson.

I've kept an eye on this 'ahadi786' dude from eBay. Hugely positive reviews (over 97% positive), and the guitars are only around 45 gbp = 72 usd. But then there's the Epiphone's which are like 80 gbp but are awesome. What do you think? Maybe I should go with the cheapest first, just to get used to them.
Other options are A. the F310, B. the Martin Smith W-401E, C. an Epiphone DR-100 or PR-100, or D. Any acoustic under or equal to 100 gbp = 160 usd.

Thanks a lot for your advice.

Anyone?

I am looking to get a cello. It would be the first time I play a string instrument, but I have some experience playing clarinet and piano. I wouldn't use it for any performances or anything of the sort, only as a hobby.

The Cecilio CCO-200 seems sketchy but is incredibly cheap and comes bundled with several other useful items.

I found the Engelhardt E55 at a music store I trust more but it is more expensive and doesn't come as part of a bundle.

I couldn't find much information about either of them. Does anybody have any tips? Or suggestions on other cheap cellos?

Hey guys and girls, I'm new to the forums, so nice to meet you all!
I am planning on buying a new Acoustic guitar, and was wondering what to choose. I'm mainly going to use the guitar unplugged, so I care more about the Acoustic sound. And well, the price limit is something close to $400. I'm thinking about the Ovation CC24, but would like to hear some objections or alternatives. Thanks in advance!

I've posted a thread earlier with the same question, before seeing this thread, sorry for that. Remove it if necessary

Picked up a Blue Moon mandolin. I'm not a mandolin conniseur but this is really good for the price I paid. Only trouble I've had is the G string goes out of tune pretty frequently.

Seriously, Craigslist. If you see a drumset for, say, $250, contact them and say, "I'm kind of short this month, but would you take $175 cash?" Nine times out of ten, they'll say yes, (especially if you go pick it up and load it out) and that's a bargain.

For a guitar, check out Craigslist as well, or pawn shops. Pawn shops will hella jack up the price. Don't super lowball them, but just examine a guitar lovingly that's got a price tag of $250 - $300 and then be like, "This guitar is so pretty, but I saw one of this model on Ebay/Craigslist/Amazon used for $150."

They'll probably shoot for the $200 range, then be like, "Yeah, well, with shipping, I guess I could probably pick the other one up for $175." Generally, they'll either take that offer, or put you around $180 or $190. At this point, just seem a little skeptical, all, "Well, I don't know. I mean, I'd like to have the guitar right now, but waiting a few days and paying $175 seems pretty nice." Then, they usually either match your price or are all, "I'll go $180, and throw in some picks and a strap."

For the piano - Craigslist, estate sales. That kind of thing. If you want an upright, they usually go from $150 - $500, depending. In the lower end, they've probably never been tuned, and that will add additional expense. On the bright side, you can still haggle the price.

NOTE: If you offer CASH IN HAND, suddenly the bottom dollar lowers itself.

Hey! I've been playing guitar on and off since i was 13. I have a Bc Rich warlock and quite like it but i am wanting to expand on my guitar skills. I'm wanting to take up acoustic guitar though i don't really know whats the best type for me to get, i don't want to spend too much just a guitar to get me all the basics on.

Hi guys,

I'm after a new electric acoustic. I currently play an ibanez acoustic which sounds terrible and is extremely difficult to play. I am hoping to spend no more than $1000 but want a decent guitar. Was looking at a Maton or a Taylor but they are quite hefty in price.

Any help would be greatly appreciated!

This man speaks the truth. I've bought two guitars, a pedal, a microphone, and a vintage amp in pawn shops before. If you're smart about how you shop you can get a steal.

Hi all. I've been taking some beginner piano and theory classes and now I want to start getting more serious with it. I'm good around a computer and move around a lot as well. It seems to me like a electronic paino will be perfect for me. So now my question is, which piano is best for me?

I want to be able to interface with my computer and I know you need MIDI to do so.
1. How do I tell if my computer will already take MIDI interface?
2. If I can't, what kind of attachment will I need to make it work?
2. What is a good piano for the kind of composition work I want to do?
3. What is some software you would recommend to do this?

I am a student so being cost effective is always on my mind, and since I move something compact is nice as well. Thanks for the advice in advance.

Well you know , it doesn't have to be midi . you could just connect it with a normal jack and a converter . But i heard about the differences between and midi.

If anyone has a few thousand and are looking for a nice piano, the Yamaha CP 70 is absolutely B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L. A unique tone and quite a good size as well.

1. I'm not great with technical stuff, but any music production software should support MIDI.
2. If not, I guess a MIDI-USB adapter would work.
3. I'm not good with individual models, although I have a few favourites. Generally, any piano with a decent brand should be acceptable. Make sure it as a MIDI out port though.
4. If you're starting out, I'd suggest Fruity Loops, to get used to simple stuff. If you're doing loops and things, Ableton Live (what I use) should do just fine

Does anyone know where I can get a cheap Autoharp? No more than $450-$500. If it's online they need to ship to Canada at a reasonable rate. I'd prefer 21 buttons, but 15 is okay, I can work with that.

Seriously, a drum kit for $250 is a piece of crap. I have cymbals that cost that much.

Never buy a guitar off the internet! How can you know it's any good if you don't play it first?? Caveat emptor.

I know guys who have put stuff up on Craigslist. Whatever you paid for it wasn't worth it.

Not if you are looking at a 4 piece or something. My first drumset was a pearl forum 4 piece with a high hat and ride that were Zildjian ZBT. I sold it for 250 on craigslist. It isnt a pro kit but it certainly worked for plenty of shows my friends and I used it for.

...You play it before you buy it lol, just ask them to plug it in when at their house. Do you know how craigslist works?

Yeah I bought a guitar to use at school off Craiglist, and also a clarinet. Both times I went and met the people and tried the instruments. Craigslist is not like a mail order catalogue, or like Ebay. You go and pick the item up and if you dont like it when you see it, just say you don't want it anymore. Pretty simple.

Looking to get into Piano
 

Hello, new here, and I am looking into get a keyboard to practice with. I am looking for as authentic to a grand piano sound and feel I can get without spending too much.

88-Keys, Weighted and such. No other features necessary.

Could I get any suggestions? I would appreciate any help I can get.
Thank you for your time.

You could get some pretty great deals if you would not require the full 88 keys.

I guess I won't be getting a very good deal then.

Anyways, this has been the most recommended keyboard for me:

.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/677590-REG/Yamaha_DGX_640_C_DGX_640_Portable_Grand_Piano.html]Yamaha DGX-640 Portable Grand Piano Keyboard (Cherry) DGX640C

(I can't post links yet...so yeah...)

It seems to have many features I don't care for, but it is the only one I have found with the ones I do want at the lowest price I've seen. Would you recommend this? Has anyone here owned one b4? How was the main voice? And the feel of the keys?

Yo teddy bears, I need someone who can play guitar really well.
Anyone?

I've played acoustic guitar for almost 3 years now, and I seem to be running out of good songs to learn specifically for acoustic. I'm considering buying an electric guitar.
Any tips on what guitar to buy? Im looking for reasonably cheap (£300ish) but good quality also.

How well is really well? And I play Acoustic does that matter?

No. I do not buy instruments off the internet--ever. I do not use Craigslist--ever. Craigslist is dangerous, people.

Cool story.

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Well, there was the Craigslist Killer...