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Confessions of a Gear Head | My Struggle with Gear Acquisition Syndrome
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Күн бұрынI have a gear acquisition problem... This is how I'm dealing with it.
In this episode, we discuss reactive load boxes(Suhr, Ox), amp/cab simulators(AxeFX, Helix), pedals, instruments, and other types of gear and the ways you should use them.
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Alan Nance
Peter DeVault
Bill Grubbs
Phil Mingin
Tal Harber
Rick Taylor
Dennis Lukas
Bill Miller
Gabriel Karaffa
Brett Bottomley
Matthew Porter
Frederick Humphrey
Frederick Humphrey
Paul Noonan
Mansel Ismay
James Jourdan
Terry Van Belle
Stephen Morris
Hans Vilu
Ian Chumakov
Ilya Kravchenko
Nathan Hanna
Thom Theriault
Jason Johnson
David Wilkinson
Chris Scrivo
Kai Ellis
Josh Lawrence
Zack Kirkorian
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Evgeny Teilor
Joe Ansaldi
David Fugit
Jonathan Wentworth-Linton
Harry Brocious
Pzz
Marc Alan
Rob Kline
Tim Wilson
Calvin Wells
David Trapani
Abel James
Will Elrics
Hector Medina
Joe Elrod
Chris Defendorf
Debbie Valle
maydad meiri
JP Rosato
Scott Rance
Dave Hawkey
Roger Frankham
Orion Letizi
Mike Voloshen
Ashley Thompson
Matt Pauley
Peter Pillitteri
Jeremy Hickerson
Travis Ahrenholtz
@MrGuitarHack 4 жыл бұрын
The correct answer to the question “How many guitars do I need?” Can be found in this simple equation: (Current number of guitars) + 1 = the number of guitars you need.
@jemsar2 4 жыл бұрын
MrGuitarHack Best equation ever. In fact, it’s the only Algebra I care about...
@Tommyalpaca 4 жыл бұрын
Ye
@zoltannemeth8864 4 жыл бұрын
It’s an amazing equation that determines the rate at which green-colored paper converts to wood and strings.
@pizzagogo6151 4 жыл бұрын
The difference is, compared to many of us, you’re a talented professional- you’ve earned the right to buy what you want. It’s people like me who buy gear they can barely use who should really rethink their spending habits☺️
@taperry326 4 жыл бұрын
I resemble that remark.
@InGrindWeCrust2010 4 жыл бұрын
Amen. Me, too.
@davequast 4 жыл бұрын
Pizza Gogo I feel seen.
@gregaltenhofel7326 4 жыл бұрын
Practice practice practice 😎
@crigonalgaming1258 4 жыл бұрын
I put my spending habits on pets like collecting spiders/tarantulas. I sold off my excess gear. I don't need much. Procuring gear doesn't mean you will practice more.
@kroadster3249 4 жыл бұрын
This is THE best solid colour on a Prs I have ever seen.
@conan218 4 жыл бұрын
Seriously! What a beauty!
@BobCraigmile 4 жыл бұрын
"My name is Bob and I'm a gearhead" "hi Bob!"
@scott83074 Жыл бұрын
Lol
@michaelmoore7975 4 жыл бұрын
@5:27 I see your problem right here Rick....."How many guitars do I *need?"* implies probable future guilt. When it should be "How many guitars do I *want?"* Voila! guilt removed....nothing but pure unadulterated instant gratification.
@JS45678 4 жыл бұрын
Happy 57 and a Half Birthday Rick! 🍰 I started playing in 1991...I’ve purchased 3 guitars & I’ve received 2 as gifts over the decades. 1992 Randy Rhoads Jackson Offset V (purchased) 2009 Les Paul Studio (purchased) 2012 Fender Jazzmaster (w Whammy bar) (purchased) 1978 Les Paul Standard (gift) 2018 Martin Acoustic/Electric OMC-15M (gift) I’ve always preferred sponsoring music classrooms so children can have guitars and other instruments as my “needs” were met long ago and I’ve chosen to defer my “wants” to fulfill children’s “needs.” I’d like to have many more guitars but I like children experiencing guitars more than adding to my collection. I’m not sure if I’m doing the right or wrong thing but it’s the path I’ve chosen that makes me happy; however, I LOVE seeing other musicians with crazy guitar inventories like Rick. How fun would it be to spend a day in Rick’s studio playing so many beautiful instruments!! 🤘😊🤘
@georgesabitpol 4 жыл бұрын
-how many guitars do you need? -yes.
@robpedigo1943 4 жыл бұрын
Just one more.
@BrettFunkGuitar 4 жыл бұрын
@@robpedigo1943 That's the only answer I ever give, verbatim. LOL You beat me to it!
@MrBrooxy 4 жыл бұрын
I also have yes guitars
@youKnowWho3311 4 жыл бұрын
GAS is a real syndrome, but they shoudn't actually be looking for a cure.
@tednugentlives 4 жыл бұрын
A: More
@55nimrod55 4 жыл бұрын
That PRS is painted like a 1970's Hot Wheels car.
@FLORIDAERO 4 жыл бұрын
Love it. I also guess we have both knowledge of a 70's Hot Wheels Car. Loved them.
@randymarthins3473 4 жыл бұрын
@@pastorofmuppets1968 The actual car you're thinking of would be either Silhouette or Beanik Bandit?
@Ken-yg4um 4 жыл бұрын
@@pastorofmuppets1968 I call it electric blue 😎
@joelspaulding5964 4 жыл бұрын
Matchbox Tyre Fryer came to mind, rear enginge, single yellow seat ...
@chrislagrego1775 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah. I think the Silhouette came in that dark metallic turquoise, and I think a metallic red too. I loved the radical shape of that car. Man, what a flashback... Suddenly I'm a kid sitting on an oak floor in my parent's first house... Trying to straighten a pin-sized hot wheels axle... ;D
@offcenterconcepthaus 4 жыл бұрын
"You can never be too good-looking or too well-equipped."
@OxygenBeats 4 жыл бұрын
11:05 Priority list: 1. Sound source/instrument 2. Performance 3. Environment 4. Mic 5. Cable 6. Additional Recording Chain 7. Mix 8. Master
@thebenefactor6744 2 жыл бұрын
I was trying to get a clean tone out of my strat, because I was just playing it and it was clean, now it was distorted; and there was this guy behind me ( this was outside) talking about a white lp custom, and how they age. I gave up on the strat, because I got hungry and got a sandwich, so I could listen to this guy and have a snack. Then I woke up and realized I was listening to youtube in my sleep. I just want you people to know that Rick still makes sense, and is quite compelling in many different realms. So, the next time you think he might be wandering and droning on and putting you to sleep, let him. You'll still learn something, and, enjoy it.
@ZigbertD 4 жыл бұрын
I just bought a Telecaster this week. I've bought and sold several over the years, this is a pretty nice one. So now for the first time I've got a Strat, Tele, and Les Paul all at once. I've also got a nice Taylor acoustic. I think I'm covered now. Except for something oddball like a Danelectro. But they're cheap. Maybe a Rickenbacker 12. They're not cheap, but I might need to do it. A Gretsch Duo Jet would be nice. And my Tele and Strat both have maple fingerboards, so I kind of need a Fender with a rosewood fingerboard. Or both. But that's it. Oh, except maybe a PRS, those things are SWEET!
@trebleboost7 4 жыл бұрын
This reminds me of a scene from a famous Steve Martin movie. Was that intentional?
@ZigbertD 4 жыл бұрын
@@trebleboost7 Not specifically thinking of that movie, but it's pretty much like that. "And that's the only guitar I need. Except this one. And also maybe this one."
@ChrissyOneMusic 4 жыл бұрын
Your guitar rack and wall of amps is pretty much life goals for me.
@DownUFO 4 жыл бұрын
General rule: if you get a new instrument, write at least one album with it (if not two) before you even consider buying another. So you can still get the things you want, but you gotta explore and utilize what you have first.
@markzzzsmith 4 жыл бұрын
People who like bicycles have the same problem. The ideal number of bicycles is n + 1.
@djh6970 4 жыл бұрын
And cameras
@johnora3857 4 жыл бұрын
Mark Smith my problem is that my hobbies are guitars and bicycles....
@doomgoon2755 4 жыл бұрын
Motorcycles.
@RamonOchoaMusic 4 жыл бұрын
Road Bikes and Drums. Fortunately snare drums are not as expensive as guitars.
@lukevining8168 4 жыл бұрын
What makes this song great: Times of Trouble- temple of the dog
@nikcrosina 4 жыл бұрын
have to say - I was a bit of a gear head before, especially when I was an audio engineer, collecting gear,. and even now I have too many guitars and basses and too many drums. BUT with age, I have gradually moved away from that and now the biggest fan I am of Tommy Emmanuel, who has essentially one guitar (which he plays to destruction usually) - and every note he plays comes from his heart and soul. its like he massages your heart with his fingers. no effects. no backline. no big production. no quantising. just a beat up guitar and his playing. Love it.
@arrakian 4 жыл бұрын
Rick, one of the best parts of your “What makes this record great” is that you have (or close to) versions of the equipment used in the songs. If that leaves you a gear head, oh well. 😊
@TheToneLounge 4 жыл бұрын
You know, I found a way to make my G.A.S. more manageable. I try and find incredible deals, or at least have something to trade-in so I can bring the price down of the gear I want to acquire. I've set a price in my mind that is both reasonable and that does not put me into debt. If the gear I want is far out of my price range, then I do a ton of research to convince myself I don't need it. I check my budget, do the math. When I see that it is unreasonable, my mind tends to let go. This is how I counter the impulsivity. Another thing I do, is seek out more affordable alternatives. Anyway, just thought I'd share my experience. Cheers
@adampezzuolo5618 4 жыл бұрын
You seriously have more gear than my local guitar store, it's hilarious
@trebleboost7 4 жыл бұрын
And significantly better gear too.
@Nightwinflyer 4 жыл бұрын
In your case, the gear was and is used and was necessary. The bad side of this is young players feeding on new gear thinking it is why they suck. Not being able to play sours music worse than low quality gear.
@larydixon4824 4 жыл бұрын
Hi Brother Rick, I am here to testify to the world that you Do Indeed make great use of nearly every single guitar, amp, and drum that is in your custodial care! I have watched carefully as you switch from one instrument to another, in order to match the true essence of what ever you are demonstrating. This is really what sets you apart from everyone else in the Internet community.. Your refined attention to detail is outstanding! Great work my friend!! Lary
@larydixon4824 4 жыл бұрын
By the way you did very effective job explaining a producers need for equipment.... Lary
@jemsar2 4 жыл бұрын
“I don’t need two Marshall plexis...what would I do with them?” “Hold my beer...”
@alanredversangel 4 жыл бұрын
I'm jealous of how quickly and effortlessly Rick can tune a guitar. Just those few extra seconds quicker than i could do it, but enough to bug me.
@justingarcia7722 4 жыл бұрын
I recently went through a major purge. I kept my 51 custom shop Nocaster, Gibson r4 gold top, 1970 335 and my early 90s Gibson gospel. The studio has a j bass and that's it for guitars. It feels good knowing everything is in heavy rotation
@AZFunk 4 жыл бұрын
Love that PRS finish, and I love that Les Paul Custom, I have a 1987 I got new that is beautifully aged now 32 years later
@Nightwinflyer 4 жыл бұрын
I cleared out a bunch of gear based on the 'how many guitars do you need' video!
@Kobayashhi 4 жыл бұрын
We love them all, that's the problem. That's why I got a tele.
@kirkbolas4985 4 жыл бұрын
If those Plexi’s are still at your discretionary....I’ll most gratefully and thankfully accept one of them as they were offered to you as a gift. I’ll pick up the shipping if you’re inclined to send me one. It does not hurt to ask.
@andresilvasophisma 4 жыл бұрын
"I don't need two handwired Marshall Plexis" - Rick Beato 2019
@Sadowsky46 4 жыл бұрын
André Silva I‘ll take‘m
@rif6876 4 жыл бұрын
So do you need 1 or more than 2? :) I can help you with one of those, would be good to learn how to play on, better than my bottom of the line fender?
@MusicTherapyLaz 4 жыл бұрын
And it probably hurt for him to say that! Lol
@vividvulpe9842 4 жыл бұрын
😂
@qwertpoiuy430 4 жыл бұрын
rif probably not good to learn. Loud af
@christopherprim1973 4 жыл бұрын
I have heard your confession. Say 10 Hail Jimis, and go and sin no more.
@bordershader 4 жыл бұрын
Hail Jimi, player of grace, the chord is with thee.
@crigonalgaming1258 4 жыл бұрын
Blessed are you among hot women, and blessed is the tone of your Strat to a Marshall.
@christopherprim1973 3 жыл бұрын
@Rolph Finkin Nice template for jokes, though.
@bk6678 4 жыл бұрын
I have one electric guitar (a Gretsch Jet Club) and a Fender Champion amp. I can play a little bit and it makes me happy. Love your channel; especially the “what makes this song great” series.
@buzzcrumhunger7114 4 жыл бұрын
A man after my own heart... "I could live with just one guitar, but all of these amps are staying right here!"
@michaelogden5958 4 жыл бұрын
Gawd! That blue PRS is gorgeous! It's interesting to me that musicians going into a studio would pick up the studio's guitars, etc. and do sessions. I always thought most of those guys were married to their personal instruments. :-)
@richardm3114 4 жыл бұрын
Rick. I bought the Beato Book. I love it. I think you should make a series and work through the whole thing. Maybe have guests come help out for parts. I know you reference the book in streams but to have a Beato book playlist that is semi organized would be a godsend. Thanks and keep rockin!
@M123OCT 4 жыл бұрын
The thing about acquiring gear, I can 'afford' to do so now (I'm 59). Yet when I think back to when I was young, broke, out of work and so on, I still always somehow managed to buy good quality gear. I'm not quite sure how I managed!
@michaelmoore7975 4 жыл бұрын
I do mechanic work, I like cars old and new. I do electronic work, like electronic things old and new. I do all kinds of woodwork, I like woodworking tools old and new. I play guitar, I like gear old and new. I'm always busy. I'm always broke. I'm somewhat crowded. I'm the happiest man on earth.
@graysonwilson-cacciapalle7989 4 жыл бұрын
Michael Moore poetry, my friend.
@AlexAquarius963 4 жыл бұрын
I met Andres Segovia in Houston when I was 8, and I'm 55. He patted me on the head backstage in Jones Hall, and told me to keep practicing. I have 3 Juan Estruch Classical guitars my Dad bought in Spain when I was 5.
@naegleriafowleri2230 2 жыл бұрын
el maestro
@elephantricity 4 жыл бұрын
Thankfully I'm at a place where I can accept I have everything I need to make music. Anything beyond that is really just 'collecting.' And while there is nothing wrong with collecting, my pocketbook is much happier with me.. Don't even get me started on pedal acquisition syndrome >
@RCAvhstape 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, pedals are my weakness. They are cheaper than guitars or basses and don't take up much space, so they are dangerous.
@stephentyler4352 Жыл бұрын
Did I just hear one of you two P.A.S. G.A.S.?! 😂 💩
@billyhughes9776 4 жыл бұрын
I used to -- not so much anymore. Had a lot of fun doing it for several years though.
@nsc217 4 жыл бұрын
I’m very particular about tone. I have one perfect guitar strung with the perfect strings through one perfect amp through the perfect pedals
@philsmith3019 4 жыл бұрын
Sweet PRS. Really wish they put out more solid finishes on their core models. Apparently, one of the pillars of that company has been about producing instruments that get treated like paintings more than tools to _make_ those proverbial paintings. I’m glad to see more KZfaqrs break out of the gear addict mentality. Its encouraging for recovering gear junkies like me. When I realize I’ve worked to cut my stash of 14 instruments in half, it puts a smile on my face. Big weight off my shoulders. Lastly, it’s a beautiful thing how technology keeps evolving in a way that empowers guitarists and bassists to make better and better quality recordings at home. In the 90’s, there wasn’t a multitude of DAWs, sims, attenuators, IR’s, plugins etc, as we have available now.
@plumcrazy4478 4 жыл бұрын
My '83 Goldburst Les Paul Custom has a mahogany back and maple neck - and it's a heavy beast. Best guitar I've ever played. The correct answer to "How many do you need?" is "One more!"
@davetbassbos 4 жыл бұрын
I hope this doesn't get me banned from this channel, but a while back I made a solemn vow to my self to limit my effects purchases to only Ibanez tone-lok pedals. This range covers the basics, including a tube screamer clone and a very flexible optical wah (that looks like a Klingon gas pedal) I've saved money and more importantly time!
@whinegummi6329 3 жыл бұрын
I would love to see a simplified beginner guitar video about gear from your perspective. Like guitar amp speaker, guitar interface software etc. Thing is, despite your knowledge, I just enjoy your content. You don't f... Around. You are just Rick, no bs. Keep it going. Thank you for everything I have learned on this channel.
@Gibfenez 4 жыл бұрын
RIck, had that exact guitar and (also) miss it dearly. The PRS is gorgeous in that blue. Never saw that metallic on a 24 before. Congratulations .
@jacobsmith1877 4 жыл бұрын
You have some amazing gear, Rick. A wall of amps, a wall of guitars. That's a good problem to have. My solution to buying too much gear is that I've trained myself to almost always talk myself out of a purchase except for a couple of times a year when I make an exception. I'm sure once my studio is finally built and I have a place to store it all like you do I will really have to fight the urge to splurge
@jc.1191 Жыл бұрын
Speaking of blowing tubes, a slightly cold bias is underrated. Some amps sound wonderful like that.
@heyidiot 4 жыл бұрын
2:29 Yeah, a little retro-brighting will fix that right up. Call the 8-bit Guy!
@trebleboost7 4 жыл бұрын
For me the path from novice to pro is the path of: "Bang for the buck" to "Buck for the bang". From multipurpose to modular, and as a prosumer without a revenue stream - yes - choice paralysis is very real. Slowly weeding out the less than stellar parts of the signal path. Starts adding up when you start looking at power conditioning, sonic treatment, patch cables, good stands/hardware, maintenance, etc. only as good as the weakest link.
@tiluriso 4 жыл бұрын
That is one wickedly beautiful PRS.
@ER-yq1lc 4 жыл бұрын
I have a room full of gear, but for writing and demo stuff much of the time I find myself using an old Fender Mustang modeling amp USB'ed straight into the DAW. When trying to capture creativity without getting to bogged down in perfection or when you can't play to loud, sometimes convenience is king.
@JM-co6rf 4 жыл бұрын
In my experience the more gear-oriented a person is, the less they write.
@PainterDans 4 жыл бұрын
J M unless you’ve in king crimson
@EMan-tp4zp 4 жыл бұрын
i missed a great idea for not having pen/paper handy all the time. Its a story for younger ones. I scribble in Notes and in these days, I have a
@ZigbertD 4 жыл бұрын
This is probably true. I think a lot of talented people deal with creative anxieties by focusing on equipment. Having said that, this week I bought a Telecaster and the new Strymon amp/cabinet modeler pedal. I really need them both. Seriously 😉
@InGrindWeCrust2010 4 жыл бұрын
One of the biggest gear heads I know is a great songwriter and regularly performs in two bands, including a professional cover band. But me...yeah, that describes me.
@TheGuitar4002 4 жыл бұрын
I use a Victory Countess tube preamp into a cabzues for my rig with my pedal board integrated. I plug into a studio monitor for practice and line out for live. I love it.
@timharrington4470 4 жыл бұрын
I think it's one thing if all this gear is part of your work as a producer because these are not toys they are tools and you know what you're doing with them. It's very obvious that you've worked very hard to be where you're at today and your tools are well-earned. I am really glad that you created this channel.
@garyfolmer5497 4 жыл бұрын
We only go through this life once. As long as no one suffers from the purchase , , , you really should get the things that bring you joy.
@samj.6867 3 жыл бұрын
These sessions are great! Thanks Rick!! Who in the world thumbs these videos down?
@markedwards7721 4 жыл бұрын
This is the problem with any hobby type stuff. Golf Clubs, guitars, cars, motorcycles, swiss watches, etc. it is not a guitar/music specific problem. I think the thing is, you either have to be prudent, or regularly sell stuff. There is also a trader's concept called "scalping", which is a concept worth learning.
@ThomasHope73 4 жыл бұрын
You can’t be happier than happy! Find one guitar that makes you happy and play it a lot 👍 (But l would say that because l’ve always been poor and have gotten used to making do).
@fivewattworld 4 жыл бұрын
Hypes! Love this topic, right “up my street” as the Brits say.
@SeanKerns 4 жыл бұрын
I used to do the same thing - I kept guitars, basses, amps, keyboards, drums. Young bands would come in with bad sounding gear, and it was not usually hard to get them to use my better stuff. Usually, they loved the idea.
@jimmyc5498 4 жыл бұрын
The PRS is nice, those descending diatonic 4ths in the intro are way cooler. Love that you’re talking about gear and playing stuff you like at same time.
@jiros00 4 жыл бұрын
Part of me (a guitar hobbyist) longs for all this gear that I don't have. The other part of me knows it would turn out to be a pain in the butt and a massive distraction from, er, actual playing. It's probably different for professionals and studios.
@johnpick8336 4 жыл бұрын
That one of a kind PRS is incredible looking Rick !
@stevegray2091 4 жыл бұрын
Thomas Blug has videos where he goes in a studio and captures the sound of all their expensive guitar amplifiers by making adjustments on his Amp 1 guitar amplifier with a nanotube. More so now that he has his Mercury edition. Most guitarists go beyond their guitar amplifier's sound with pedals anyway. Universal Audio has plug-ins to capture the sound of the major guitar amplifiers when recording.
@petersouthwell5971 2 ай бұрын
I've thought about it too, but it's not a total waste. If you stay away from the cheap guitars (they just don't resell great; there are too many of them, and they're cheap enough that there's no reason to buy one used). I'm talking about the MIJ, some high-level Charvels, the upper-level stock Fenders, the 1970s and 1980s stuff! Stuff that sounds great. Affordable is different from cheap, in my opinion. I'm not saying you'll make a profit or even get your full money back, but you can pull some money out of a well-crafted guitar pile if you need to. Versus buying clothes, going out to restaurants, or buying expensive computer parts. At the end of the day, guitars have value because they're functional tools. My point is.. It's blowing money.. But it's not full on blowing money like gambling is blowing money. Ok.. I bought a blah blah guitar for $1800.. Chances are it's worth at least $1000 bucks in a pinch. Try that 15 years after you bought a computer? Unless your dealing with a collectable computer? haha.. Little excuse line of reasoning for all you married guys out there.
@danbardos3498 4 жыл бұрын
I wish I had the money to afford this problem lol.
@MusicTherapyLaz 4 жыл бұрын
If you live in the US, you can slowly build up your gear hord through zero interest purchases at a variety of online stores...it's taken me 10 years to rebuild to where I'm at since I was divorced 15 years ago and them later robbed!
@jemsar2 4 жыл бұрын
No joke. That and the space to store them- with the hell of an alarm system- and a vicious guard dog to protect them.
@danbardos3498 4 жыл бұрын
@@jemsar2 In that department, as a drummer; I'm fortunate... most thieves don't think to steal the cowbells and cymbals lol.
@jemsar2 4 жыл бұрын
@@danbardos3498 Hence the need for more cowbell! Hahahaha!
@EMan-tp4zp 4 жыл бұрын
@@kevinseraphimday6373 my grandma passed and left us a meager. . amount. He bought keys, not realizing the fast tech turns
@JoeHeisler 4 жыл бұрын
I totally don’t have this problem... *looks at shipping info for the guitar I just ordered
@jemsar2 4 жыл бұрын
Joe Heisler Lol!
@65Superhawk 4 жыл бұрын
Great video, Rick. One thing I would say is this: For those of us in the real world, we don't get to expense gear on our tax return. One thing that makes me a bit jealous, is that as a studio owner, you probably get to depreciate (or section 179) your gear acquisitions. That means you get to buy items and take a tax break! Maybe I should start a studio on the side!!! Great vids, as always. Love your content.
@Spittin_Bars 4 жыл бұрын
That special edition Princeton Reverb in the shot behind you is my dream amp.
@lamsonian 4 жыл бұрын
My GOD that Blue on that "borrowed" PRS is friggin GORGEOUS!!! It looks like ionized aluminum. Incredible color. Love it!
@WorldClassSound 4 жыл бұрын
An important aspect of GAS is the inspiration factor. I find that different guitars / amps / pedals inspire me to play “differently “ . Without getting too weird , there is definitely a spiritual side or “vibe” that some instruments have and you feel it as soon as you pick it up and start playing. I don’t feel it with all guitars ... maybe 1 in 50 that I tryout and even then it’s to different varying degrees but when you feel it .. you know it. I’ve sold several “vintage” guitars that just didn’t do it for me. All my current guitars give me that “inspired” feeling... each unique and inspiring in different ways. Don’t know if that makes sense to others but that’s my litmus test. How many guitars are enough ? The number I own now is enough... unless I run into one that inspires me. Then just one more .
@motoramps 4 жыл бұрын
I completely agree with your comment. It happens to me too. However, if I dont feel it with a particular guitar I ve had , it has to go even if it is nice.
@nielsensejltur 4 жыл бұрын
Talking about gear. Let us see you video equipment. What camera do you have? What Microphone? What light? What editing software?
@PhilUKNet 4 жыл бұрын
GAS is a big problem with photographers. And for some reason it only seems to afflict men. Women don't have problems with GAS. My wife only has problems with CAS and SAS (clothes and shoes).
@zeusapollo8688 4 жыл бұрын
Horses are bad
@chanceterrill5346 4 жыл бұрын
I feel ur pain. I just got a custom 412 made to match my dirty shirley but it's totally worth it....... Les paul>Friedman dirty shirley>412 loaded with greenbacks = amazing jimi through Jimmy tones and all the way to Jerry Cantrell when wound out
@SuperDeadRooster 4 жыл бұрын
Me: I don't need another Marshall plexi! Also me: gimme a minute to fold the seats down.
@souloftheage 3 жыл бұрын
Agreed. Some of my friends don't believe one can play a Kramer or Jackson with a Rose with it sounding like Death Metal. The amp doesn't care what guitar is feeding it, its sound.
@PapaWheelie1 4 жыл бұрын
I only have one guitar and one amp with no pedals because I like the sound and nothing is gonna make me better but practice. And even with lots of that I’m not gonna be great.
@keithbirdsong1036 4 жыл бұрын
Oh my rick yes we do. And that’s how you get a community.
@jackhaugh 4 жыл бұрын
I was just looking around my basement and I have 16 guitars including a double neck epiphone 12-6 , 2 bass, a banjo, and a sitar. Next to them are 3 guitar amps and a bass amp. I’m a surgical first assistant by trade, am a pretty crappy guitar player, and have no logical reason to own this many guitars outside of the fact that I like them. It becomes like hoarding at some point. At least Rick used these instruments and amps of his to make money.
@Skoora 4 жыл бұрын
@26:45 So many high gain amps are indistinguishable on a recording from each other. Especially with low tuned guitars. Even though I like a good high gain amp I find my gas is much more for different medium gain tones for guitars at A440 or a little lower. That’s where I hear the most differences. I definitely GAS a lot more for amps than I do guitars.
@Chord_The_Seeker 4 жыл бұрын
Every guitarist knows that the mathematical formula for how many guitars you need is N+1 where N equals the current number of guitars you own. I just got an American Elite Telecaster yesterday that I’d been wanting for years. My number one guitar is a Kissel HH2. I have an Eric Johnson Strat. My metal guitar needs an upgrade. I just need a PRS hollowbody and a Les Paul and...
@VetteSource 4 жыл бұрын
"Do I really need another guitar?" I struggle with a similar question almost daily. Do I really need another corvette? And then another one finds it's way into my garage.😂
@davetheguy7546 4 жыл бұрын
Wsup Rick, you mentioned that you have arthritis in your fingers or something of that nature. There's a book called, "Active Isolated Stretching: The Mattes Method", written by Aaron L. Mattes. The republished book is blue with two pictures on the cover with a year "2000" copyright. It really helped me keep my fingers healthy over the last decade. And I'm an Army Vet who's practiced boxing, wall handstands, and many things with my fingers and hands over the last 8 to 10 years. So I'd give it a try to see if it works for you. They still sale it online. So the exercises for for the fingers at least once a day for a while to see how that wotks for you. And it doesn't take long to do them. -Best of wishes bud Doulos
@gribb5967 4 жыл бұрын
Let's face it- it's FUN to own a bunch of different guitars and amps, and for less than the cost of say, a Corvette or a small boat you can have a crapload of gear! I go along with the theory of having different gear available for different sounds, but if having 20 Strats lining your walls is what floats your boat, have at it. I've had to downsize lately, partly out of space considerations, and partly to fund studio gear but it's all good. ( although if I had it to do over, I would have kept the vintage Hi-Watt 50 watt. Selling that stung a little bit....ouch.)
@oskarus3 4 жыл бұрын
Geddy Lee started using Wal basses because Rush's producer gave him to try
@aaronhall9024 2 жыл бұрын
After I got my Carvin, I couldn't believe that I had played anything else beforehand! The quality difference between a USA made, custom shop guitar and a Korean RG is remarkable... plus after hearing so many horror stories about Gibsons arriving exactly the way that one you ordered did! Makes me feel lucky that I've never been a fan of Gibsons lol I sold all my extra stuff and even stuff wasn't extra ... I do my own amp and guitar maintenance luckily... digital modeling is cool and all but it's not the same as the real tube amp tone and saturation with real celestions... nothing beats that for me personally
@kamilchosta5526 Жыл бұрын
When you buy the new gear u need to learn how to use it. It's time consuming and best time investment is practise. So key is simplicity. A new instrument can make you want to play and practise more. It's easy for you to imagine you're using sth like Axe FX III, but if you're amateur and have just a few hours a day for your hobby then avoid complexity. Optimize for the minimum barriers between playing and creating music. This is my go to rule. If u see a new shiny thing and GAS kicks in, try to watch some tutorials and reviews of the stuff you already have and not yet fully mastered.
@RadMedia402 4 жыл бұрын
Hopefully, he thanked the guy that gave him the Marshall in a more appreciative way than, I already have one. :) That was an amazing gesture to offer to give it to him.
@seanhershey3390 4 жыл бұрын
my Ludwig Supraphonic is amazing in most situations...collecting snares is contageous as well..
@taunoctua245 4 жыл бұрын
There should be a tax deduction for GAS. 3 of my 5 Electrics have Ebony Fretboards. It's just my quirky fixation.
@ghostjacker 4 жыл бұрын
Don't blame you. Your 🎸collection looks awesome. Full Tour please.
@uncleant3780 4 жыл бұрын
I'm 3/4 through this video about g.a.s., and Rick is currently discussing several different speaker emulators he owns. Now we're discussing a custom pedal that you can add before everything else... LMAO, Rick, leave the minimalist discussion to 5 watt world. I love that when you discuss a particular player or style, you have the specific style or gear in your hand. Gear is like partners. You just need the one, but if you want variety, and can keep them loved and properly maintained, who's to tell you how to live your life?!? Cheers, Rick!
@JDubOnTheLowdown 4 жыл бұрын
In the past 2 months, I have swapped an old Univox P Bass copy for a Randall head and Kasino 8x10 cabinet. I have then bought a Fender 2x15 cabinet and am eyeing a Sunn Concert Bass head. I’m actually also helping my guitarist friend sell his Blackheart amp to buy a Marshall head for the Kasino cab in place of the Randall. I believe I maaaay have a problem.
@chzzyg2698 4 жыл бұрын
I did have gear acquisition syndrome for a while, until I realized the super expensive gear wasn't doing anything for my actual skill level.
@tonyrapa-tonyrapa 4 жыл бұрын
Q: Do I really need another guitar? A: Why not? I think there's nothing wrong in going after gear, as long as it doesn't stop you from being creative and actually creating music (and as long as you're not stealing to feed your habit - kids beware!).
@Wisko 2 жыл бұрын
The missing ingredient with using attenuation is the interaction between the guitar and the sound waves.
@limpindug 4 жыл бұрын
Love listening to people trying to rationalise why they don't need any more kit as they walk out the store with the new thing they can't live without. 😂 Respect
@discodubber85 4 жыл бұрын
I’ve had a few guitars over the years. I’ve not really had money for premium gear, especially for a hobby I never intended to become anything more, but I’ve found some quality budget instruments, and a few diamonds hiding in the rough. Due to life and job interference, I’m down to two guitars: an Alvarez RD8 (my original guitar that is sadly not in very good shape anymore and has become a sentimental display piece), and an Ibanez acoustic/electric I got for free from a coworker. There are three guitars I was forced to part ways with that I deeply regret losing: a Regal roundneck resonator, a gorgeous Epiphone Dot (the first brand new guitar I bought myself), and a surprisingly excellent playing and sounding Explorer style Arbor bass I got from Music-Go-Round for $75 with custom Hamer case.
@RCAvhstape 4 жыл бұрын
I went through a bout of GAS for a while, but I stopped after my third bass. For many years I had just one bass. Then I bought a Squier Jaguar because it was cool, and then there was a Rickenbacker on sale, so I snapped it up. That was about 8 years ago. The Ric is my dream bass pretty much and my main player. Between the other two I can cover most bass tones. I love to look at basses but I don't feel the urge to spend money on any more. A fourth bass would just collect dust anyway.
@vyvynylification 11 ай бұрын
It's weird. I was a purely acoustic guitar player for 16 years before I got into electrics too. I never bought and sold acoustics, I never truly GASsed over other acoustics and never wanted to change anything about them. But electrics? It's crazy how many I bought and sold, changed stuff, GASsed over guitars, ...
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