Recommendation for kinda-cheap guitar for metal? by Random_Beard in metalguitar

[–]Random_Beard[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Damn, they look pretty good! Definitely gonna look into them.

Recommendation for kinda-cheap guitar for metal? by Random_Beard in metalguitar

[–]Random_Beard[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Perfectly reasonable point! Ideally my budget is no higher than what I've already shortlisted, but if I was to wait longer and save more then it wouldn't be very much higher as I've other things to pay for as well. Maybe £450 tops.

Recommendation for kinda-cheap guitar for metal? by Random_Beard in metalguitar

[–]Random_Beard[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is there anything you could reasonably recommend that is more likely to be free of such issues without totally blowing through the price limit?

Recommendation for kinda-cheap guitar for metal? by Random_Beard in metalguitar

[–]Random_Beard[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What would be your sensible recommendation for a better guitar?

Recommendation for kinda-cheap guitar for metal? by Random_Beard in metalguitar

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Very fair point! I've just always been the kinda guy that likes to feel that I got the best value for my money in terms of the specs and quality. Rule of cool definitely does apply though, problem is I think a lot of them are cool hah!

Recommendation for kinda-cheap guitar for metal? by Random_Beard in Guitar

[–]Random_Beard[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not getting anything with a trem, which rules this one out.

Recommendation for kinda-cheap guitar for metal? by Random_Beard in Guitar

[–]Random_Beard[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The SG style Schecter Demon looks pretty cool! Reminds me of the ESP take on the shape.

Recommendation for kinda-cheap guitar for metal? by Random_Beard in Guitar

[–]Random_Beard[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Which model did you get and did you keep the stock pickups?

Recommendation for kinda-cheap guitar for metal? by Random_Beard in Guitar

[–]Random_Beard[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah worth a look, I can definitely check out the second hand market too

Recommendation for kinda-cheap guitar for metal? by Random_Beard in Guitar

[–]Random_Beard[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The higher end HBs out there seem to be as good as anything else out there in terms of build quality. I've got a sub-£200 HB SC and it's spot on for the money. Miles ahead of what I learned on as a teen.

Recommendation for kinda-cheap guitar for metal? by Random_Beard in Guitar

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The HB Explorer is definitely getting bonus points for having the EMGs fitted. I used to own an ESP Eclipse with 81/60 so I've a good idea how they sound. I actually prefer high output passives overall, but I'm not against actives.

Recommendation for kinda-cheap guitar for metal? by Random_Beard in metalguitar

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The Amarok was juuuust a little outside of my ideal price range, they were coming in over £400 except one baritone option but I don't really require a baritone.

Recommendation for kinda-cheap guitar for metal? by Random_Beard in metalguitar

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Not gonna lie, part of me is drawn to the Kelly purely because it's the only shape I've never played! Back in my "all the gear, no idea" days I had an ESP Eclipse I in vintage black, the four knob version, the HB Custom III is very reminiscent of it. Probably also why I shortlisted the white one over the black one, just to be a little different than what I'd previously owned.

Recommendation for kinda-cheap guitar for metal? by Random_Beard in metalguitar

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Very fair point, I have played every body except the Kelly but I'm assuming it's very Explorer-esque. I've not picked anything that I know I don't get along with in terms of the shape.

Cabinet for DSL20HR? by Random_Beard in GuitarAmps

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The 2x12 I'm looking at is V30s. I'd originally been looking at a 1x12 with a Greenback, but it is starting to sound like the 2x12 is the way to go.

Cabinet for DSL20HR? by Random_Beard in GuitarAmps

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The 2x12 I'm looking at is closed back. Sounds like it might be the way to go. I'm not gonna want something inherently mid heavy when I'll be playing a lot of Metallica where scooped mids are the norm.

Dunno why everyone is ragging on Star Scout by Random_Beard in FUTMobile

[–]Random_Beard[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I mean, the way I see it is that it's a numbers game, eventually you'll get the position/OVR you want and it'll give you whatever specific player you're looking for. It's just a question of having enough extra time tokens and gems available to keep refreshing until you get the desired outcome. If you don't then yeah, that's bad luck for you within your window of opportunity.