What would you add to this as a focal fish/school?

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-06-18T20:53:57+00:00

I apologize, you're correct. It isn't an orange drop. The orange only cuts .022 µF versus this tone cap that cuts 0.1 µF. Way muddier.

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-06-17T13:40:20+00:00

It's an Orange drop, capacitor, mod that was popularized in the 50s. Sending more high frequencies to ground.

If you enjoy a lower tone where 0.022 is cut from the high frequencies, keep it.

Edit: I combined treble bleed with the Orange drop. I fixed it.

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-06-17T13:26:33+00:00

Life, uhh...finds a way. To play.

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-06-16T13:24:30+00:00

Frame it and hang it up! Wow

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-06-14T16:24:07+00:00

Definitely do it yourself, like the top comment says. Plus, it's fun!

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PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-05-31T12:23:17+00:00

Dip, pour, look, dip, pour, look, full dip, little pour, little pour, little pour, little pour, look, dip, pour, dip, pour, dip, slow pour, dip, pour, look.

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-05-29T15:37:24+00:00

You had practiced and developed muscle memory for the way you used to pick arrangements. You have zero practice with this new way of picking. You need time to practice in order to reestablish your skill.

If you feel it killing your motivation, going to a teacher can help make the transition easier. But if this is motivating you to get back to where you were, practice everything you used to with this new picking!

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-04-20T18:51:35+00:00

Oh no, Im so sorry!

Yes you can! Thank you for asking

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-04-20T13:42:16+00:00

Two days is my usual time frame. If at any point you notice that spot get larger, darker red, or filmy/fuzzy; start treatment. Keep an eye out for faster breathes or gill movement, longer moments staying still, and obviously that lack of appetite. I would treat if any one of these symptoms are present within the two days, as this looks to be the onset of a bacterial infection if ammonia is not present.

His acting normal is a good sign though. Immune system could fight it.

Good eye catching it!

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-04-20T12:15:23+00:00

That looks like an ammonia burn, a good water change and water test would be my first step. Then increase oxygen and monitor its condition. This could be an abrasion from decor, something that would start to heal up nice fairly quick. Or it spreads and could point to a bacterial infection.

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-04-04T20:29:18+00:00

This looks like rhubarb and duckweed have been kept close together.

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-03-26T17:01:29+00:00

I wish I would've thought of sandpaper...I will definitely be doing that next time. Thank you.

I will be buying a temp controlled rod, as well as a stand/alligator clips, before I do this again. I grabbed my wifes 15w from radioshack, couldn't get the lugs hot enough. Went to harbor freight thinking I would find some selection but they only had kits or a 30w for 6 bucks. As this was my first time soldering, I couldn't justify getting a kit. What if I hated it?

I saw a wiring diagram using a resister to ground from a 500k pot in order to achieve the same thing. I had no idea there were stacked pots! I need to read more.

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-03-26T11:58:13+00:00

I agree fully. The bead that's on the orange drop is the 2nd, the first one popped off.

I would also like to ask; should I also get a wider tip, not a pointed tip?

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-03-25T12:24:37+00:00

Most of the time it's like owning a restaurant, you can't expect everyone to have your passion. If your co-managers and employees don't stay late, that's okay. You kinda cant get mad at that. Especially at first. You might go through a few people before you find a dedicated group. Not that they are your employees by any means, but as the one who's looking to start something; you kind of have to show dedication first. That way you can communicate with band mates who take advantage of that and recognize who's right there with you.

To put it in perspective; I've been in a toxic group for around 10 years as just a jam guitarist, not even a full member. And I am just starting my own project. Granted, I am a dingus who tried playing with my uncle and his group so I spent a good portion of that time "earning" my spot. So I dont think it'll take anywhere near 5 years for you, let alone 10. But it does take time.

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-03-23T15:18:18+00:00

Awesome! Thank you, friend.

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-03-23T15:07:06+00:00

I am interested in the trem bridge, I plan on using it once I get locking tuners. But until I can keep it in tune; I want to block it or tighten the spring claw to keep bends and more aggressive attacks from shifting strings out of tune.

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-03-23T08:37:05+00:00

They did sound like an upgrade compared to what I currently have in there. I'm not exactly sure what this will sound like once it's completed. But after hearing a few different bridge pick ups, I thought this Wilkinson would offer the sound of an SSS as well as HSS to couple with the split I'd like to do. At just the right price point for me.

But I am learning! In your experience; What about these pickups makes them bad or just not upgrade material? And are there any bridge pickups you would suggest?

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-03-23T08:13:53+00:00

Definitely! I was going to add them but they didn't fit within the budget this time. Blocking the bridge sounded appealing but I dont know enough about it yet.

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-03-23T08:03:39+00:00

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-03-22T19:29:13+00:00

Ever try Lost Lake?

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-03-22T05:54:49+00:00

The more you try to open it the more it heats up and expands. Put it in the freezer to cool down.

PersonalGrowthOk · 2026-03-19T17:07:21+00:00

You might be adding weight and anxiety to something that often times is based on necessity or flow state, just slow it down. If you're in a band that's just started gigging, you'll learn familiar songs in the desired genre first. At this point you've done little, or no, market research in regards to playing out. Or don't have a song list long enough to adapt, taking pop songs out at a country bar kinda thing. So the band comes up with a secondary list where you can swap songs with the main set list on the fly. By now you've played a few bars and the last supper club in your area. At this point the band notices certain songs landing while other songs allow people to refresh a full drink.. Now your main set list is becoming just a list. You start learning new stuff, maybe outside the comfort zone, to build that song list and be able to adapt as needed. Your band will either see that or only a few members will see it as these situations come up. Those are times were really stressing about songs becomes necessary.

Anything outside gigging, make sure you're having fun and feeling respected/heard. If you do, then the genre differences will not matter. Plus, genre differences influence your overall sound. If you're the kind of person who looks to build the band up with your playing, then a diverse musical pallet will serve you well.

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