TheDudeOfYou

TheDudeOfYou t1_jeav7vh wrote

Reply to comment by elevenghosts in Bands with no more surviving members by rmarkmatthews

I think the commenter was asking about bands that are still touring active.

Oddly enough, the Ramones got a lot of flack for their “never ending” retirement/final shows from July 1995 to August 1996 (13 months). While there now have been bands on multiple retirement/final tours over 5+ years.

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TheDudeOfYou t1_je6g29a wrote

Reply to I need your help to choose the right guitar by Carbation

I typically recommend any Squier “Fat” Stratocaster for new guitarists, as:

(1) they’re usually relatively cheap;

(2) are of decent standard quality; and

(3) are rather versatile, especially the “Fat” (or “HSS” configuration). “HSS” stands for “Humbucker, Single, Single” for the humbucker in the bridge position, 2 standard single-coils in the middle and neck positions. Single-coils are typically traditional in all Stratocaster pickup positions, but the Fat/HSS gives you a little more tonal options as you can feel out what you like.

These guitars are pretty readily available and I strongly recommend used/Craigslist ones you can find near the $100-200 mark. Make sure it feels right (i.e. comfortable) to you when trying it out. Also, if you find yourself enjoying it—a good setup (fresh strings, string height, neck straightness) by a professional is invaluable (likely around $100).

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