1 Topic by Miller192

(2 replies, posted in Guitars and accessories)

So I decided to pick up guitar again about six months ago.  I went out and bought one of those package acoustic deals; the Yamaha Gigmaker.  I've had it set-up properly and have even upgraded the strings.

Here's the problem.  When I play some of the barre chords, primarily B and C I get this dull sound.  I can play these chords fine and even check each string to make sure I'm hitting 'em clean.  It doesn't vibrate but just sounds deep. 

I practice a couple of hours each night and have gotten pretty efficient again.  Could it be the guitar? I'm thinking about buying a new one if that's the case.  I put a lot of time into so the money would be well spent.  What do you guys think?

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2 Reply by Miller192

(5 replies, posted in Acoustic)

Thanks guys.  I've finally overcome my fear of barre chords but I am where Frankster was talking about.  I would find a new song, play it a little and then move on because I thought I could do.  I think I need to start challenging myself more.

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3 Topic by Miller192

(5 replies, posted in Acoustic)

I recently decided to take guitar up again and after 4 months, I feel like I'm hitting a wall.  I think that may be caused by how I practice.  How do you guys practice?  I just run through a few songs in my songbook for about an hour.  Any thoughts?

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