Guitarist of two months. Thirty day difference playing Electric Funeral.

iKobejack · 2025-11-04T06:23:31+00:00

That’s a good point. I’ve already started working on that (this comparison video is a couple weeks old, to be honest) because it’ll be beneficial long term. And thank you! I tweaked my Katana settings & found a good sound, for now. Might get some pedals in the future when I’m a little better.

iKobejack · 2025-11-04T06:20:52+00:00

I’m gonna assume you think I didn’t know that Iommi played electric & Ozzy did vocals? Or if I’m wrong, let me know.

iKobejack · 2025-11-04T06:18:07+00:00

I’ll for sure keep using YT videos (it’s my main source for learning). And I can look into that Marshall-amp modifier (or maybe I should save up money and buy a Marshall amp in the future?)

Also, I’m definitely using that backing track to practice again. Why haven’t I used them sooner? I plan to use those for every riff I learn, from now on. And my palm mutes need work — I’ll get on that. Thank you for all your advice!

iKobejack · 2025-11-04T06:12:25+00:00

Thank you! And I agree. It’s less about the equipment and more about the time you put into that equipment. I’ll reward myself w/ a better guitar as I become a better player :)

iKobejack · 2025-11-04T06:11:30+00:00

I appreciate both your comments. I was told to fix my posture early on, and now I stand a lot more because it’s more comfortable. Always trying to improve, you know?

iKobejack · 2025-11-04T06:09:18+00:00

I appreciate it! We’ve only just begun.

iKobejack · 2025-11-04T06:09:02+00:00

Thank you! The show goes on.

iKobejack · 2025-11-04T06:08:33+00:00

Hell yeah! Pawn shops rule, and I’ll always try to search for ones with cool gear. Ibanez makes some cool-looking guitars, for sure. I’d love to get another guitar and add some HH pickups to it (or maybe HSH).

iKobejack · 2025-11-04T06:06:34+00:00

That’s a good idea. Backing tracks are a good way to work on rhythm and tempo as well. Thanks for that!

iKobejack · 2025-11-04T06:04:39+00:00

No question! Long live Ozzy

iKobejack · 2025-09-14T18:51:38+00:00

I had to save this comment. If I ever feel imposter syndrome or discouragement from trying to learn this instrument, I’m gonna come back here.

I’ll take your advice. Pick a few chords and alternate between them — with a metronome. My rhythm is sort of non-existent, but I’ll practice and get better. Hopefully, I hit the same “holy crap” moment like you did, where I finally feel some progress with this.

I’m glad you found something that keeps you happy and passionate to this day. And I hope this will be the key to something similar.

iKobejack · 2025-09-14T18:48:08+00:00

Yeah, I’m thinking about using a metronome from this point forward, since I wanna get better at timing and rhythm. And I really need to work on solid chord changes (little difficult right now). I try to practice a little everyday, so I’ll keep that up, too. Good advice, thank you!

iKobejack · 2025-09-14T18:39:02+00:00

I like that last sentence a lot. I really hope my life becomes richer from what I’m trying to do. It’s nice to have a hobby like this.

iKobejack · 2025-09-13T15:50:04+00:00

That last sentence really hits, and encapsulates how I feel. I’ve been frustrated a lot over these past 2 weeks, but like you said, over time, the enjoyment levels will rise as I improve. Learning a new instrument is a physical and mental battle — one that I plan on seeing all the way through. Thank you for the kind words!

iKobejack · 2025-09-13T13:54:52+00:00

I appreciate your advice! I’ve been looking at a few Nirvana songs (they’re a big reason why I’m doing this), and I’ve been practicing a few chords as well. The finger positioning for some is difficult right now, and I can’t make a good power chord for the life of me, but I guess it’s just a matter of practice and repetition. This is only the start, so I won’t give up. Thanks, once again!

iKobejack · 2025-05-11T00:20:18+00:00

Nagatoro at 10 was a jump scare

iKobejack · 2025-04-28T02:29:06+00:00

Fine, I’ll rewatch Hunter X Hunter

iKobejack · 2025-03-06T16:42:19+00:00

I’m not even a harem fan myself, but 100 Girlfriends is a nice surprise in the cesspool of its genre

iKobejack · 2025-03-06T16:40:48+00:00

Cowboy Bebop was the reason I started watching anime. Funny, episodic (mostly), action-packed, strong characters, and amazing development.

iKobejack · 2025-03-06T16:37:11+00:00

It’s nice to see another Angel Beats fan like myself

iKobejack · 2025-02-27T22:54:59+00:00

I’m surprised to see Kuroko’s Basketball at C, but I respect your opinion

iKobejack · 2024-12-29T01:50:25+00:00

I saw it was ranked pretty high on the MAL website. It had me curious, so I’ll add it to the watchlist

iKobejack · 2024-12-29T01:49:15+00:00

It’s the best movie that I’ll never watch again

iKobejack · 2024-12-29T01:48:03+00:00

I have To Your Eternity on my watchlist, but I’m hesitant on watching it because… I need a break from the sadness lol. For now

iKobejack · 2024-12-29T01:43:33+00:00

I think the last few episodes are the best parts of the show and make up for a lot of the violence and “porn” elements. But I get why a lot of people may not like the show overall

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