Recent content by Paddy 002

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    Dont play Army gigs

    Got a gig at an army barracks. 300 soldiers in the mess hall. All they wanted to hear was Khe San & Summer of 69 which we blatantly refuse to play. Our lead guitarist decides to dye his hair fluro pink that day (bloody chefs i tell ya) The tension in the air was full on and after the first set...
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    Does picking with a pick damage the strings?

    I would definately go the cheese wedge option. And you'll have a snack throughout the gig too. On a serious note I used to use a pick and have broken 2 x E strings with them getting a bit carried away with Alive & Rockin by Pearl Jam (D'Addario) Use your fingers man, it's such a sweeter sound...
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    Hartke 5500

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    Hartke 5500

    Just bought the 5500 with a 4x10 box. I am playing around with it and getting happy with a couple of sound settings however, first gig with it tomorrow night. Any suggestions on settings for Rock/Reggae. I have been running a Peavey TNT 150 combo for 5 years and it's a completely different...