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Vox Satchurator Pedal

Hatmaker — Wed, 11 Aug 2010 13:45:12 +0000

The Vox Satchurator is a custom built pedal that was built just for Joe Satriani. Everything about this pedal is made exactly to Joe’s specs. Now, you have the ability to sound just like Joe Satriani. The Satchurator has nice, thick sounding distortion and sounds great running through a lightly pre-distorted amp. This pedal also comes with a built in boost toggle switch which allows you to boost your signal when you go ripping into a solo. The Vox Satchurator is an amazing, dynamic distortion pedal and you can own one today! Check out the demo and review video below.

Pick up the Vox Joe Satriani Satchurator Distortion Pedal from American Musical Supply today!

311’s Tim Mahoney’s Guitar Rig

Hatmaker — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 17:45:49 +0000

Here is a run down of Tim Mahoney’s guitar rig. Enjoy!

PG’s Rebecca Dirks is On Location in Iowa City, IA, where she catches up with 311’s guitarist, Tim Mahoney and they talk all things gear. In this video segment, Tim walks us through his live rig including, his various PRS, Gibson and Ibanez guitar models. In addition, we get to check out his Diamond amps and cabinets and his “party board,” which includes over 15 effects (Mutron II, Boomerang phrase sampler, Memory Man). http://www.premierguitar.com

MXR Micro Amp Demo

Hatmaker — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 17:04:10 +0000

MXR Micro Amp The MXR Micro Amp is a perfect boost pedal for many applications. Use it to match levels between humbuckers and single coils. It works great for boosting your signal for lead work or sending a tube
amp into sweet, sweet saturation. It also makes a great line buffer for a long effects chain. The MXR Micro Amp is built in an indestructible casing and features true bypass to keep it out of your way when not needed. The MXR Micro Amp is great for pushing your old Deluxe into bluesy overdrive and can be left on all the time if you prefer to use your guitars volume knob.

You can pick up a MXR Micro Amp here for only $79.99 and receive free shipping!

MXR EVH-90 PHASER DEMO

Hatmaker — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 17:23:51 +0000

With the MXR EVH-90 Phaser, you get the classic Phase 90 tones in a sweet EVH striped case. All this plus a “script” switch to give you the classic script logo Phase 90 tone. The MXR EVH-90 Phaser pedal will rock you like it’s 1984! With the built in script button, you can get the classic “Eruption” sound that defined Eddie. Here is a demo video done by the ProGuitarShop. So, let’s check out how the MXR EVH-90 Phaser sounds.

Looking to buy this pedal? Be sure to check it out here at MUSIC 123 for a great deal!

MXR M-102 Dyna Comp Compressor Demo

Hatmaker — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 23:45:57 +0000

What does a MXR M-102 Dyna Comp Compressor pedal sound like?

The MXR M-102 Dyna Comp Compressor pedal is a classic by MXR that gives you control over level and sustain. Get clean, plucky country tones or super sustained screamer leads with the MXR M-102 Dyna Comp Compressor pedal. Here is a video done by the ProGuitarShop. So, let’s check out how the MXR M-102 Dyna Comp Compressor sounds.

Hopefully, you got an idea of what this great MXR compressor sounds like and the types of tones you can get from it!

Jimi Hendrix Octavio Fuzz Demo

Hatmaker — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 18:43:41 +0000

So, you ever wonder how to get Jimi Hendrix’s classic sound? Well all you need is a Jimi Hendrix Octavio Fuzz pedal! Okay, maybe that is not all you need, but it is a great stepping stone! This isn’t truly an octave pedal and it is not truly a fuzz pedal. In fact, Hendrix used a Fuzz Face for his fuzz tone. So, what does an Ocatvio Fuzz pedal sound like?

Wait, was that Jack Black in the video? No, couldn’t be. Okay, one more video so you can get a better idea of the Jimi Hendrix Octavio Fuzz.

Down with the Sickness by Disturbed Free Guitar Lesson

Hatmaker — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 18:02:06 +0000

Are you down with the sickness? If not, don’t worry Disturbed’s Dan Donegan is here with a video lesson of “Down with the Sickness” done for Guitar World. “Down with the Sickness” is tuned down to drop C# sharp tuning which is the guitar tuned a half-step down and then dropping the top string down another whole step. So, if you want to get down with the sickness, then watch this free guitar lesson brought to you by Guitar World. Here is how to play “Down with the Sickness” by Distrurbed:

Free Guitar Lesson: Chicken Fried by the Zac Brown Band

Hatmaker — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 18:26:32 +0000

If you want to play the hit song “Chicken Fried” by the Zac Brown Band, then you are in luck because I have a free guitar lesson for you. “Chicken Fried” is a song that has been a huge success and it is just a simple 3 chord song. This song is tuned down a half-step on the album, but in this video lesson, posted on youtube by martysguitarfan, it is played in standard tuning. The chords are simple open chords and the part that makes the song on the guitar is the strum pattern. So, let’s check out the video and learn how to play “Chicken Fried” by the Zac Brown Band.

Hope that you enjoyed your free video guitar lessons. If you need any guitar equipment, be sure to check out this site. Be sure to keep checking back for more and let me know your favorite songs and artist, and I will get you the lessons!

Free Guitar Lesson: Island in the Sun by Weezer

Hatmaker — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 18:30:24 +0000

Here is a great way to play the song “Island in the Sun” by Weezer on the acoustic guitar. Now, this isn’t the actual way that Weezer plays the song, but it is a simplified version so that beginners can learn the song and it sound great on the acoustic guitar. The video is done by one of the Youtube favorite teachers yourguitarsage (who you can find all of his videos there on Youtube, his site, and a couple of them on my site). Weezer is great at writing catchy pop rock songs that everyone remembers and can sing along and “Island in the Sun” is no exception. Let’s check out this video guitar lesson and learn how to play “Island in the Sun” by Weezer on acoustic guitar.

Hope that you enjoyed the free video guitar lesson. If you need more help with this song, you can always check out www.yourguitarsage.com. Keep checking back here for more free video guitar lessons as well as other useful information on playing guitar.

Free Guitar Lesson: Hey Joe by Jimi Hendrix

Hatmaker — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 17:14:52 +0000

Here is a Free Guitar Lesson on how to play the song Hey Joe by Jimi Hendrix. Hendrix was (and still is) one of the most influential guitarist to live. His creativeness was way before his time, but in his short career he has inspired thousands and thousands of guitarist. One of his great songs is “Hey Joe.” I found this video lesson by clumsyguitarplayer and thought that I would share it with everyone. This lesson may be a bit advanced for some guitarist, but it is a great lesson on how to play a great song.

Here is the video guitar lesson on how to play “Hey Joe” by Jimi Hendrix: