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Been pondering this one since yesterday.. A few questions to clarify ? What are you using the radius gauge for ? - ordering a radius block to shape the frets for levelling ? - setted up the curve of the bridge ? - other ? If it's setting up the bridge, things to consider; - the lower strings (E+A) occillate further when struck, so they require greater height from the frets (That said, playing style comes in here i.e. how hard you pluck the string). If you choose the 10 radius, that will tend to leave the middle stings higher relative to the lowest and top string when compared to the 12 gauge. If you choose the 12 radius, that may allow you to leave the middle strings a little lower with a tad more space under the lowest string. However, it's a compromise, as other things will influence your setup, such as levelling the frets. Have a play and see what each feels like. Whatever happens, good luck and I hope you enjoy the experiment. While you have the gauges, you can always undo something if you don't like the results.

Thanks peeps. Hi Ou7shined and thanks. If a microfibre cloth retains dust, it could possibly be a good tool for carefully removing fingerfuls of grime, using a fresh area of cloth each application. Similarly, it would be a good medium for initial cleaning with a fluid like Dunlop 65, Gerlitz etc What you say about retained dust causing swirl marks makes sense. Strangely, there's more than a few recommendations around the web for using microfibre cloths for swirl removal. Odd Cloths I've found so far are Planet Waves, Nomad, Fender Premium and premium plush, Ernie Ball and Dunlop. Ernie Ball appears to be the cheapest and Dunlop seem to be the most expensive

Does anyone know why the Gorgomyte cloth is supposed to do such a good job on necks ?

Does anyone even use these things ?

Hi all Spent some time doing a review of past BC threads about cleaning our beloved instruments. As you would expect, there were a wide variety of recommendations regarding cleaning fluids, lemon oil etc. MIcrofibre cloths were recommended a few times as well, but they weren't well discussed. Does anyone have experience with the range of microfibre cloths out there ? are there some that work well with one type of finish, but not well with another ? (i.e. nitro and cellulose/ poly finishes) Are there different types of cloths that work better at different stages of work, such as basic grime removal, then later on, polish application, then polishing ? Thanks in advance BC

Thought it was the one that controlled the rate of tremelo occilation on vintage amps.....

Anyone near London have one of these cabs ?

[quote name='RandomBass' timestamp='1383416545' post='2264303'] It's got nothing on the sequel, the Thesaurus.... Anyway, back to the subject matter [/quote]

look for previous threads on BC using search terms such as 'guitar polishing', guitar cleaning etc. It's a well discussed topic with plenty of useful ideas Welcome to BC !

Referring to the topic in the title, folk used to play piano in real time synchronisation (often composing on the spot I believe) alongside the very early black and white silent movies.

Our band got more than a few bookings due to observations that; - the electronic drums allowed us to play as quiet as needed on the day - the vocal harmonies were easy to hear over the drums Such an advantage. Oh, by the way, my tinnitus is quite ok without a snare waking it up again

Time for a UK version of this ? [url="http://youtu.be/5YGc4zOqozo"]http://youtu.be/5YGc4zOqozo[/url]

The Yamaha YCL 26 would be a great clarinet, good quality and can be had for around £100 - £150. Ebonite, but a very fair start on the ladder

Bought a few speakers from Rupert. The parcel packaging was second to none, with obvious care being taken to prevent the speakers from jumping around in transit. It shows when someone takes care when it comes to sending stuff. Oh, and excellent communication all the way as well. Top man Thanks Rupert Tom

From the 70's hit parade - Son of my Father

All the above echoes my experience buying some Fralin's from John, He obviously sets out to give a first class service and succeeds - the pickups arrived quickly and the whole deal was done in record time. THanks John, pleasure dealing with you Tom

Hi all I've recently set up a guitar using a fret levelling beam and was quite pleased with the results. After setting the bridge to match the radius of the frets, the guitar immediately feel much more expensive than the cheap thing it is. Now I'm looking at creating the slight downward 'ramp' from around the 12th fret to allow the strings to drop that little bit lower. The radius block has finally arrived to do the job, but now I'm thinking "which sandpaper to use " ? Do people use sandpaper with adhesive backing ? which grades for frets and / or the fretboard ? Where would you get said sandpaper ? I've also heard around here that using a wooden block for working on frets isn't a good idea. Any ideas why ? if that's the case, what else would you use ? THanks everyone, enjoy the weekend All the best EBC

[quote name='paul_5' timestamp='1378567710' post='2201941'] Ace! You know, using a pair of socks as a makeshift mute results in projectile socks. Try it - it's brilliant! [/quote] Additional rule. Do not inhale sock odour Oh, also check out dual role opportunities with ska bands !

[quote name='Dad3353' timestamp='1378404713' post='2199886'] Music doesn't have to be metronomic. Depends on style, certainly, but a variance in tempo can be very refreshing (as long as all are playing together...). So it varies slightly, or accelerates in the 'stronger' parts. So..? If it sounds good, go with it. ([i]This should not, of course, be a substitute for incompetence[/i]...) [/quote] Wholly agree with this. It does rather put the onus on listening to what's going on around you and responding appropriately. It works best when everyone is able to 'respond in the moment' and adjust as you all go along together. If that can't happen, it may be best to have a referral source for the beat, which could be a bass, vocalist, or in other realms, a conductor etc

I'm having me some fun tonight ! http://youtu.be/6jmNe77vces http://youtu.be/6lPl5CRW7jg