The worst thing about owning a Squier electric guitar
Squier guitars are great, but there is thing about them that's very annoying that can't be avoided. Above is the headstock for my Squier Bullet Telecaster. I own several Squiers, and they're great...
View ArticleWhy I canceled my Netflix
Netflix has definitely lost its mojo, so it was time to cancel. I recently canceled my Netflix account, which is something I've had for over 6 years. I canceled for two reasons. Cost, and because...
View Article43
A few days ago I turned 43 years old; these are my thoughts on that. (The image above is from the opening of Blade Runner, I just think it looks cool.) Being 43 isn't really any different from being...
View ArticleJackson gets it right with the Warrior WRX24 guitar
This is the first Jackson Warrior I've ever seen that I actually like. ...even though it's not my kind of guitar. I'll explain. Angular guitar shapes are not my thing, nor is gold hardware, nor is a...
View ArticleHow to make the most out of a Samsung Galaxy Stardust
I finally got a smartphone, and this is how I make the best out of it. It's no secret that I am very anti-contract where phones are concerned. And while true there are carriers such as MetroPCS that do...
View ArticleIs it possible to be a one-guitar guy?
Possible, but unlikely. Above is me playing my Jazzmaster (one of two); a guitar I've not played in some time. I figured it was time to take it out of its gig bag and do a little strumming on it. These...
View ArticleGretsch G5220 Electromatic Jet BT in Casino Gold
Gretsch proves once again that they really know how to do gold right. The above Gretsch model is a G5220 Electromatic Jet BT with the "V" shape stoptail. The finish is called Casino Gold, and it's...
View ArticleHow to add guitar volume knob tension the easy way
Regardless of what electric guitar you own, sometimes loose knobs happen, and this is the easy way to fix that. When I say "loose knob," I'm not talking about the nut that holds the potentiometer in...
View ArticleThe worst watch straps for summer
Most people pick the totally wrong type of watch strap for summer wear. I live in Florida, and it gets hot here. At the time I write this in April 2018, it already feels like Summer even though Spring...
View ArticleWhat is the best Fender signature guitar?
There are 29 of these guitars that Fender offers currently. Which is the best one? Let's find out. To note, what I'm talking about specifically are Fender Artist guitars. These are guitars named after...
View ArticleFender Wide Range Humbucker info
Some confusion exists about this pickup, so here is some general information to clear the air. There is a particular dual coil pickup available in certain guitar models from Fender and Squier called...
View ArticleThe only watch I've ever been complimented on
It really is all about the gold. I originally bought my A500WGA-9 as my "I live in Florida, I'm over 40 and don't care" watch. When it came in the mail and I got a first look, I almost returned it...
View ArticleIbanez AX120 - best cheap SG alternative?
This guitar is an absolute steal. You get a lot of guitar here for a very little price. Above is the Ibanez AX120, available in red and blue. This guitar is shockingly dirt cheap but it totally has the...
View ArticleGPS Test Plus Navigation is totally worth the money
This is a phone app I actually consider worth its $3.99 price. I've said before that GPS is one of the best things ever as a driving assistant. For driving, I'm still of the opinion that the dedicated...
View ArticleNot all gold is good
Sometimes gold is tacky and good, while other times it's just plain tacky. I said before that gold works with a watch. True? Yes. It's tacky but catches the eye when done right. This is the quick story...
View ArticlePeavey Session has a secret hidden weapon
If you want the best gigging guitar for the cheapest price that has a better-than-average level of build quality, it's the Peavey Session for one very specific reason... ...the neck. Before I get into...
View ArticleThe best "raw" presets for DigiTech RP360
When you want to go "raw" with one of these, certain amp models are better than others. If you own a DigiTech RP360 (or RP360XP) and want to wrangle a sound out of it that gets back down to basics,...
View ArticleIs buying used guitars totally dead?
Used axes just aren't the good deals they used to be. Above is an example of why there really isn't any point to buying used. It's an Ibanez GRG121DX in Metallic Gray. The price? Cheap. Simple guitar,...
View ArticleFender vs. Mighty Mite replacement guitar neck
Not a lot of money separates these two, but one might be better than the other depending on what you're looking for. Above is a Fender Standard Stratocaster neck. This is the neck most go for simply...
View ArticleSquier Bullet Telecaster updates
A few updates on this particular guitar I own. Yes, I still own my surf green 2017 Squier FSR Bullet Telecaster. It's a dandy of a guitar... ...however it needed some minor fret repair. I bought the...
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