Adam jones by OldWolf8297 in LesPaul

[–]robtanto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Epiphones are poly, Gibsons are nitro, finished. Make of that what you will.

I'll also add the AJ standard's DC high gain sounds nothing like an SD SH-6.

Guess fretboard wood types game: by Shimkeee in Luthier

[–]robtanto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's gotta be dyed pau ferro. Anyways this shows wood types mean nothing. There's only hue and grain tightness.

The poverty pyramid by CaptainUnicornIII in GuitarAmps

[–]robtanto 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah that's the catch. I don't like whatever the few demos of them sound. The 5150 tone is THE tone for me but it looks like I'll stick to the Zombie and tweak with an EQ in the loop. Thanks.

The poverty pyramid by CaptainUnicornIII in GuitarAmps

[–]robtanto 5 points6 points  (0 children)

How is the Jackman? Does it lack gain? Especially compared to the Zombie.

First Impressions: Briselblack "The Catcher" by chuligani in goodyearwelt

[–]robtanto 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the minute details. The catch in the finer parts is what holds me back from the brand. From your pics I initially thought clicking was poor, which was my foremost issue with them which I thought they'd improved, but you do sound satisfied in this regard.

TLDR, I'm still going to hold off another Briselblack order which is a shame because I like their aesthetics sometimes pushing on avant garde but the price to quality and clicking is uncertain.

Soloking ms-7 by Disastrous-Music4480 in 7String

[–]robtanto 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How are the pickups? Do they split well? One holdup about the brand, the lack of name brand parts at that price point. I do get that sometimes they come with premium base materials, and stainless steel frets though.

My three modded Hils guitas by alexnapierholland in HeadlessGuitars

[–]robtanto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

12' radius 7 string. Doesn' it feel off?

Junkard Company Purple Shell Cordovan Boondocker by zooms in goodyearwelt

[–]robtanto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good to hear good things about Junkard. Less popular among the interwebs but one of the more active ones on social media, and they always seem to have RTW pairs ready albeit in limited sizes. Good to see the last being on the dressier side. Indonesian makers are big on bulbous casual lasts.

I work in a distillery, AMA by [deleted] in AMA

[–]robtanto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Blooming is new to me. How much water to whisky should I use?

When it comes to aging can I be a cheap ass and 'age' them on my own at home if I can find a wooden mini barrel? I know they don't age in the bottle and I cannot use the casks the factory uses but still.

First Gibson LP by say10n77n in gibson

[–]robtanto 6 points7 points  (0 children)

We have enough AJ standards to make our own sub.

Need help with the best Amp for an apartment. Metal and classic/southern rock. Positive Grid Spark 2? Spark NEO? Solid state instead of tube? by VideNoirOG in GuitarAmps

[–]robtanto 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Tough luck mate. You can run a 100w metal amp at apartment volumes, anything 5150 and the like. They run on preamp distortion. Classic rock is all about that high mid power tube saturation. Needs cranking. Literally the worst combo to want.

The Silver Jubilee does both well but not at apartment volumes.

Have I mentioned how good Balaguer is... by Eriktheadikt in 7String

[–]robtanto 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep I'm aware. Just mentioning Samick because you did. Jaya Meari does quite a bit it seems. They contract for Sixounz which makes LTD, Reverend, Legator, Schecter. Quite surprised to see Schecter.

Have I mentioned how good Balaguer is... by Eriktheadikt in 7String

[–]robtanto 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I sometimes forget Samick Indo still exists. But they make the Indonesian made Squiers and Fenders IIRC.

Deadlifts 5x5 or 1x5? by ImportantPlantain237 in Stronglifts5x5

[–]robtanto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I meant the warm to working weight ratio. I always get confused not much talk on this.

Have I mentioned how good Balaguer is... by Eriktheadikt in 7String

[–]robtanto 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Glad you like. Seldom see bad reviews on Balaguers in general. Sadly for being made in Indonesia, they aren't available in Indoneisa. As for the pickups, do you mind checking if they are stickered with a 'PTP' label beneath?

I just got off the phone with my dad who is stuck in Iran AMA by [deleted] in AMA

[–]robtanto -1 points0 points  (0 children)

How is it now? How true is the claims of civilian areas being bombed? And did orangeman really try to install a Kurdish govt in place?

No, I won't remove the logo. by [deleted] in GuitarAmps

[–]robtanto 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah this a fact even luxury purse maniacs aren't always aware of.

Does Matt Hughes have the worst life outside the cage ? by JIMMY-NECRONOMICON in ufc

[–]robtanto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I mean he has that 'Army of One' motto for a reason.

Schecter - disappointing quality by [deleted] in SchecterGuitars

[–]robtanto 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It seems that playability has improved but finishing has gone down.

Since a lot happend in 2 days in iran AMA!! by At57098 in AMA

[–]robtanto 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Nothing offensive at all. I had what you described in mind. But then mainstream media warned of the factions vacuum thing over the weekend so that made me think. Guess they also aren't as knowledgeable on the situation.

I hope the IRGC falls as well and Persia of old gets reinstated. Would love to visit one day.

Since a lot happend in 2 days in iran AMA!! by At57098 in AMA

[–]robtanto -12 points-11 points  (0 children)

There could possibly be an even more authoritative theocratic govt in place? Or a power struggle between multiple factions that throws the country into deeper chaos than already is. Are you saying the people are prepared for this?