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April 13th, 2007
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Hey there
Hey, My names Ben ^_^
I'm from Australia, just got sent the site by a friend.
I'm going out today to buy my first guitar.
Been wanting to play for about 4 years now but never got around to it. (mostly due to parents forbidding me to buy one hehe)
Well, thats me.
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April 13th, 2007
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Playing guitar for over a year.
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Welcome abbeb, what are thinking of buying?
"To play without passion is unexcusable" - Ludwig Van Beethoven
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April 13th, 2007
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Just started playing guitar.
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Join Date: Apr 2007
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Quote:
Originally Posted by X4StringDrive
Welcome abbeb, what are thinking of buying?
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This is where I start to look stupid.
I don't know much about guitars, I know electric and acoustic. That's about all.
I really have my heart set on this black and white and yellow electric the shop I'm going to has.
When I get back I'll upload a picture of it.
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April 13th, 2007
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Join Date: Feb 2005
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Location: ont.can
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Quote:
Originally Posted by abbeb
This is where I start to look stupid.
I don't know much about guitars, I know electric and acoustic. That's about all.
I really have my heart set on this black and white and yellow electric the shop I'm going to has.
When I get back I'll upload a picture of it.
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You should seek some advice here first and read about buying a guitar in the tech forum. I hope you have a knowledgeable friend going with you.
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April 13th, 2007
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Newcomer
Just started playing guitar.
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Join Date: Apr 2007
Last Online: July 31st, 2007 12:44 AM
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Originally Posted by allthumbs
You should seek some advice here first and read about buying a guitar in the tech forum. I hope you have a knowledgeable friend going with you.
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I'm going with a friend who's been playing for about 6-7 years.
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April 13th, 2007
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Playing guitar for over a year.
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Join Date: Mar 2007
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Quote:
Originally Posted by abbeb
This is where I start to look stupid.
I don't know much about guitars, I know electric and acoustic. That's about all.
I really have my heart set on this black and white and yellow electric the shop I'm going to has.
When I get back I'll upload a picture of it.
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Nothing stupid about being honest, nice of your friend to go with you and offer advice. Looking forward to some pictures.
"To play without passion is unexcusable" - Ludwig Van Beethoven
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April 13th, 2007
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Just started playing guitar.
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Just before I go, any quick simple tips from you guys?
Like, what to stay away from, what is a good thing ect.
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April 13th, 2007
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Stay away from starter packs. The amps are usually really poor. I'm glad you have somebody who can steer you in the right direction. Solid top acoustics have better tonal qualities than laminates. Watch out for the exact wording. They can get sneaky to make you think your buying a solid top rather than a laminate. Find a guitar you like and if it is one of many or the store can order it for you, leave it, come back home and search for reviews about it so you know what your getting.
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April 14th, 2007
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Last Online: July 31st, 2007 12:44 AM
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I picked myself up an Ashton AG131, at the recommendation of my friend and the shopkeep for the best one available for my price range at the store.
Its black, I love the look of it. I read a few reviews when i got home, and i think i did ok for the amount i spent.
I can play 3 chords and 2 scale things too thanks to my mate. ^_^
Will post a pic tomorrow when i get my camera out
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April 14th, 2007
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Congrats
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April 14th, 2007
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Playing guitar for over 10 years.
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Join Date: Nov 2005
Last Online: 4 Days Ago 10:13 AM
Location: Australia
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G'day Ben, and welc  me!
"Good Music is that which penetrates the ear with facility and quits the memory with difficulty" Thomas Beecham
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April 14th, 2007
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Join Date: Feb 2007
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Welcome. 
I miss the comfort in being sad
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April 14th, 2007
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Just started playing guitar.
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we will look forward to seeing a pic of your new guitar,which i hope will be the first of many guitars
joemerc
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