51 Reply by aj1

(4 replies, posted in Acoustic)

Use the large chord chart which is in "Resources" on this site - http://www.chordie.com/chords.php

For E, look at the chart, click on the E chord diagram and choose your preferred shape then move that shape up the fret board by an octave (12 frets).

It's probably easier to move across to the G & D strings to play E on two strings but then again it's your choice, your sound.

I rarely play anything that high up the neck on my acoustic and I'm sure there are more qualified people on Chordie to give you advice, but at least this pointer may help as a starter.

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52 Reply by aj1

(15 replies, posted in Acoustic)

That's a well explained version of my over simplified explanation "used to break up the song to relieve boredom"

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53 Reply by aj1

(15 replies, posted in Acoustic)

Doing anything artistic should come from the heart but learning the basics is a good place to start.
In my opinion this is a great book with lots of good tips.
Not everyone is lucky enough to have the natural talent to pick up a guitar and write a song without some help.
You can Google all day long and not find as much well laid out, easy to follow, very interesting information.

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54 Reply by aj1

(15 replies, posted in Acoustic)

Tiberius, the ISBN number is 0-87930-611-4 (Price printed on back of cover is US$19.95)

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55 Reply by aj1

(15 replies, posted in Acoustic)

boxer wrote:

Hello everyone,
What does "Bridge" mean when you come across it in a song?

In simple terms the bridge or middle eight is used to break up the song to relieve boredom.

I bought a great book, recommended by someone on Chordie actually, called "How to write songs on guitar" - by Rikky Rooksby.
It cost me GB£9.21 with free delivery from PLAY.COM.

The book has loads of great tips and info on song structure, chord progressions, scales etc. etc. etc.
It's the best guitar book I've bought and I'd highly recommend it.

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56 Reply by aj1

(4 replies, posted in Acoustic)

Is it not easier to just type the chord in bold where it's required ?

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57 Reply by aj1

(8 replies, posted in Song requests)

Haven't a clue mate. I can't say I've even heard the song and I can't find the tab anywhere.

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58 Reply by aj1

(8 replies, posted in Song requests)

ajcap wrote:

to a song that has been done numerous times by many artists but I can't seem to find it.  Maybe I'm using the wrong title to search but it has been done by Bonnie Raitt, Johnny Reid and even Tom Jones.  Starts out....Darlin', I'm feeling kind of lonesome,
I'd call you on the phone some,
but I ain't got a dime....

Sound familiar to anyone..??

Darling of Mine by Frankie Miller

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59 Reply by aj1

(11 replies, posted in Acoustic)

Try choosing a couple of songs you like. Log onto YouTube and search for your song by typing in the name with cover at the end.
Hopefully you'll find a few covers of the song played by other guitarists.
I tried this and looked for people at my level or better and played along with them. It works for me.
Reading other comments it seems like most guitarist go through the same "brick wall" feeling every now and then.
Guitarpix is dead right about going back to songs that you couldn't play and breaking them down into sections. You'll be surprised at how much you've progressed

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60 Reply by aj1

(29 replies, posted in Acoustic)

Dead right about the stupid look. Why do it if you can play well.

As far as a capo is concerned, I think that anybody who doesn't use one is missing out.
Try playing Coldplay's "Fix You" then play it again with a capo on the 3rd fret. (Verse - C Em Am7 G, Chorus - F Em G)

I play some Lindisfarne and Bob Dylan songs with a capo on the 7th Fret. It gives a sort of mandolin feel.

Ignore the so called purists. If the world followed their advise nothing would progress.

Play it the way you find easiest and if it sounds good then you've cracked it, if it doesn't try something else.

Playing any musical instrument is supposed to be a joy not a chore.

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61 Reply by aj1

(10 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Reminds me of Kirsty Mcall. Fantastic

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62 Reply by aj1

(12 replies, posted in Acoustic)

Eagleeye I agree totally and I would donate the damaged guitar if it were mine and I'd finished with it.
Unfortunately it belongs to Vheissu and it looks like he may have to keep it a bit longer.
Great idea though. The Teenage Cancer Trust would be my choice.

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63 Reply by aj1

(12 replies, posted in Acoustic)

If you really like the guitar it's worth waiting and saving for.
I've got guitars ranging from £69 to £3000 and love them all.
To tell the truth I don't play the £3000 Taylor as much as I do the £69 Peavey Briarwood in case I damage it.
If you can find an inexpensive guitar that sounds good and plays well, stick with it.

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64 Reply by aj1

(12 replies, posted in Acoustic)

vheissu wrote:

In answer to your question, shes a Stagg SW206CE-BK.
She's not my best or favourite guiar but I still don't want her to be damaged. gitaardocphil, I know that the break wasn't there before.
Zurf, I don't think it can be the electrics, as literally any pressure on the back of the guitar makes her creak.

Ben

I understand that you don't want your guitar to be damaged, but as you've dropped it and it is, you have three choices.

1. Put up with the creaking noise
2. Have the guitar looked at by a guitar tech and have him carry out any repairs.
3 Replace the guitar.

The Stagg SW206CE isn't an expensive guitar, I've seen them advertised for around the £70 mark, so rather than pay a fortune having it repaired you'd probably be better off replacing it.

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65 Reply by aj1

(12 replies, posted in Acoustic)

What kind of guitar is it ?

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66 Reply by aj1

(29 replies, posted in Acoustic)

25Frankster wrote:

Good point.....and can't you use some alternate tuning so you can play power chords with one finger?

You can play power chords with one finger playing just the root note. It's something to do with harmonics produced by distortion.
You can add the 5th note of the triad to the power chord but adding the 3rd wrecks it.

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67 Reply by aj1

(4 replies, posted in Acoustic)

johncross21 wrote:

These are called power chords

I hope you can read tab

Play the E shape

E---
B--
G---
D---2--
A---2
E----


Play the F


E---
B--
G---
D---3--
A---3
E --1-


Play the G


E---
B--
G---
D---5--
A---5
E --3


There also called 5ths.  some one will no doubt remind me why

A basic chord is made by playing three notes (Triad). Root, 3rd & 5th.
A power chord omits the 3rd and is played using only the Root & 5th.
These chords are generally intended to be played on an electric guitar with overdrive or distortion. Playing just the root note would sound okay but adding the 5th adds a bit more to the sound. Adding the 3rd would sound too chaotic.
I my opinion open chords where possible sound best on an acoustic guitar.
If you see a song showing power chords eg G5 C5 D5 and you're playing an acoustic guitar just change the chords to the regular  open chords G C D

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68 Reply by aj1

(29 replies, posted in Acoustic)

25Frankster wrote:

Yea!! Breakthrough, Zurf.  I have to tell you, I couldn't play a barre chord for 2-3 years, but once the breakthrough happens, you'll wonder why you couldn't play them all allong. 
Talk about posture, know what I don't get, is rockers who sling their guitar real low, and can still hit bare chords.  I've tried it....trying to look cool in the mirror, and my left wrist is bent severely...I don't know how they do it.

They're playing Power Chords which are a lot easier than playing full barre chords, they sound better on an electric guitar with plenty of overdrive or distortion.
You don't see many rockers playing full barre chords on a low slung acoustic.

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69 Reply by aj1

(8 replies, posted in Acoustic)

I've got a Taylor 314ce and it's awesome. The sound is beautiful as an acoustic and with the Taylor Expression system sounds equally as good plugged in. The finish is perfect with a lovely low action.
I almost bought the 210e but managed to get a not to be missed deal on the 314ce.
I would definitely recommend a Taylor but then again I wouldn't knock Yamaha.
I've got a Yamaha APX 9C which which I had now for four years, I play it daily and certainly wouldn't part with it.
Check out the Taylor website for a great insight into their business, demos, how they're made etc. etc.
http://www.taylorguitars.com/see-hear/

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70 Reply by aj1

(9 replies, posted in Song requests)

netzcoyote wrote:

D - Dsus4 - D - Asus4 

Works fine for me, I have no idea what Tom Petty plays exactly.
See it like this: Don't play a song, play your version of that song.

Cheers,
nc

Yep, this progression sounds good to me.

There are loads of different versions of this song on Chordie. Look through them and try to find one with this progression in it and you shouldn't be far off.

Bear in mind that the artists themselves often change to easier chord progressions when playing live.

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71 Reply by aj1

(8 replies, posted in Acoustic)

Here's a great demo on changing strings.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NFdztTN9Z2Y

It used to take me ages until I watched this.

I use Elixir which are a bit more expensive but definitely last much longer.

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72 Reply by aj1

(33 replies, posted in Chordie's Chat Corner)

Hotel California was mine.
I remember Bm & F# being a struggle at first but at the time I thought all chords were difficult and persevered, pleased I did.

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