Questions tagged [semi-acoustic-guitar]
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opinions on two guitar models? (epiphone vs yamaha) [closed]
Im considering two options for an electro-acoustic guitar, epiphone aj-210ce or yamaha fx310A. Could you give me any opinions/recommendations as to which model might be best?
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Which guitar to buy considering the scenario? [closed]
I have been playing guitar for almost 4 years now, and have only played the guitar which I have, haven't got to have chance on multiple guitar, so don't have experience on different models. I have a ...
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semi-hollow guitar conversion to left handed
Left-handed player here. I am wondering how feasible it would be to convert a right-handed semi-hollow guitar (ES-335 style) to left-handed. As I see it the key aspects are the nut and the bridge.
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Can you attach a backplate in a semi-hollow guitar with screws?
All semi hollow guitars I've seen have the backplates glued to the body or body "frame" in the case when the hollow is fully removed instead if carved.
I'm not a tone-freak, but, would I ...
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Baby Taylor BT1e didn't make sound at venue. The next day, it was fine [closed]
I have asked a few resources and I can't get a good answer.
I was simply doing an open mic at a venue and when I plugged my guitar into their system, no noise came out. The performer just before me ...
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I broke the high E string of my semi acoustic guitar. What do I do now?
I bought this semi acoustic guitar 2 weeks ago. It has a pickup attached with an inbuilt tuner. I hadn't put the battery in the case and was trying to tune the high E string manually and broke it in ...
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Sudden problem with first three frets, especially the high E string
I bought a new semi-acoustic guitar 8 months ago and it sounded absolute wonderful up until a week ago. I am experiencing that the high E string, and to a lesser degree the nearby B and G string, ...
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Help me pick the perfect string!
I busted my strings while trying to tune by ear.
This is my guitar.
As for the type of music I am looking to learn, I'd say it would be rock and blues. I also love Tommy Emmanuels which is to say ...
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getting started with solo acoustic gig
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I’ve been out of practice since 2004, and have finally decided to get back into music and do a solo acoustic gig. Formerly I was lead guitar for a country rock band, so going from ...
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Problem with semi acoustic guitar sound
How can I get rid of the extra resonating sound coming off the amp ?I have been told that it's sympathetic vibrations.I adding a link for the sample.You can hear this weird sound in the background ....
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B string vibrating automatically
I use Fender cc60-sce semi-acoustc guitar and Vox mini 5 rhythm amplifier .The amp has 3 modes 0.1W,1.5W and 5W.When I switch to 1.5 W or 5W my guitar's B string starts vibrating rapidly and makes a ...
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Wrong note by playing G on my Ibanez
i Play a Ibanez Artcore guitar. If I put my tuner on my guitar and I play a tone on the bass string, like G on the E string, the Display mean to high... It is between G and G# in comparison to a ...
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Other than tone, are there reasons to consider a semi-hollow over a solid body electric guitar?
I'm considering learning guitar and am interested in electric guitar. I do, however, like the sound of acoustic guitar as well.
I know that in selecting a guitar, I need primarily to find something ...
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Query about setting up a guitar
I have recently bought LTD AC 10E left handed. It came with a set of 10s and it is tuned half step down. Now I mostly tune standard B or C and use a higher gauge. So if I put a set of 12s on this ...
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Do I need an amplifier to play Epiphone ES 339 Pro?
Can a semi hollow guitar produce sufficient sound without an amp for personal practice? I am planning to invest in a good guitar for my wife and I am confused about this guitar. Epiphone ES 339 Pro ...
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Storing guitar in a gig bag and hanging from a wall hook
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Is it advisable to hang a guitar from a wall hook, but first put it in a gig bag.
I am aware of the question about hanging it on a hook. But the part I want to focus on is about first ...
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Acoustic guitar with pickup vs. semi-acoustic guitar [duplicate]
I ordered this guitar yesterday:
Cort AD810E, Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar w/Cort CE304T Ceramic pickup
But due to the defect in their stock, they are offering me a
Cort Ndxcq - Bk, 6 String ...
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What are semi-acoustic guitars?
What are semi-acoustic guitars in general? I have a couple specific questions about them as well:
I understand they can have an equalizer; how does EQ help?
Will I be able to plug one this into my ...
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New Guitar Strings Buzzing
I bought new D'Addario 12 gauge Strings got my Fender CD 100 Acoustic Guitar.
The E,A,D Strings seem to be buzzing a lot. Is that normal for new strings?
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Can I connect my semi-acoustic guitar to my computer and get output from its speakers?
I know the proper thing to do is to buy an amplifier for this purpose. But can I connect to my computer and get the output from the speakers? Works fine with recording, but not direct output. Is there ...
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Audio jack has fallen inside the body of semi-acoustic guitar, how to get it out and reattach it?
The nut on the outside was a bit loose, then when I took the cable out and put the guitar away, the jack fell inside the body. Not sure how I can get it out and reattach it to the hole without ...
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How do you access the electronics on a hollow-body electric guitars ?
Some models of electric hollow-body / electric arch-top guitars do not have seem to have any kind of access to the electronics (switches, pots, caps, wiring) beside the "f" shaped sound holes.
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Can I use semi-acoustic guitar with overdrive (or compressor) without getting feedback?
Old-school method like to put lots of paper into body of guitar is not recommended in here =))
Anyway, I saw on youtube that one guy having delay+compressor+overdrive+reverb played with epiphone DOT, ...
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Do hollow body guitars really sound more "mellow?"
I think my next guitar is likely going to be a self-built Warmoth Thinline Telecaster. My question is for those of you who own or have played hollow body guitars a lot is this: do they really sound ...
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