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Raymond Lin · 26 May 2020 at 19:14

Ceryndrion said:
Yes, it is larger than a clip on, as for tuning down then up, from what I read it is something that they are looking into, along with a string conditioner mode. as for speed compared to a clip on, depends on how quick you are with your clip on and fingers.

Yes, everyone remembers the robotune, but times have moved on, if its not for you then its not for you, as for me, I like it, and am getting one.

Watch some videos, make your own choices. Just wanted to let people know that the v3 is now on tthe way.

Of course, if you think it is useful, that's cool.

uncle_rufus · 26 May 2020 at 19:48

I'll take a look at it... never really felt like I needed something in that area as I have a cheap string winder and clip on tuner or a pedal tuner if I'm plugged in... but I change my strings every few weeks (on 3 guitars and a bass) so could get a lot of use out of it

Ceryndrion · 26 May 2020 at 21:33

Raymond Lin said:
The problem with that is...
2 - It is best "tune up", if the note is sharp, will it tune down and then tune up?

Just checked with the manufacturer, they do support tuning up to pitch, just need to change a setting for it.

dirtychinchilla · 27 May 2020 at 11:25

I feel like you've spent more money on stuff you can't use than £100, Raymond!

Raymond Lin · 27 May 2020 at 11:54

dirtychinchilla said:
I feel like you've spent more money on stuff you can't use than £100, Raymond!

Guilty! I am trying my best to keep it down and this is me keeping it down

The Strat arrived today, posted without a box. :eek:

LuckyBenski · 27 May 2020 at 12:00

Raymond Lin said:
Guilty! I am trying my best to keep it down and this is me keeping it down

The Strat arrived today, posted without a box.

Was the case included in the deal? (I presume so as it's tweed and not battered).

When I used to assemble Fender style guitars we'd send them out in a reasonable quality foam hardcase for protection - never mentioned it on the product listing. That way it was better protected than in a cardboard box, but customers couldn't complain about their case getting scuffed.

Raymond Lin · 27 May 2020 at 12:07

UnLuckyBenski said:
Was the case included in the deal? (I presume so as it's tweed and not battered).

When I used to assemble Fender style guitars we'd send them out in a reasonable quality foam hardcase for protection - never mentioned it on the product listing. That way it was better protected than in a cardboard box, but customers couldn't complain about their case getting scuffed.

The case was part of the description, basically the case is now relic just like the guitar lol. I don’t mind, it’s not broken, guitar survived and the case survived too. All the latches work but don’t have a key for the locks though (not that they are good locks). So I have a real relic case with a fake relic guitar

No strings on yet, original pickguard included. I think I prefer the mint green one.

dirtychinchilla · 27 May 2020 at 12:15

Hah! That's cool. I'd also go for mint green.

SexyGreyFox · 27 May 2020 at 12:38

Ceryndrion said:
Don't know if y'all have seen, or care all that much, but the Roadie 3 is now on kickstarter, and already made its initial goal (on with the stretch goals now), looks like a good improvement over its predecessor.

I want one but on stage I use a Roland GR55 pedal and with a touch of a button I can polyphonic tune so very quickly see what needs altering.
For different tunings I just set up a new preset with any guitar sound I want.
I also have the Boss GP10 as backup which does exactly the same thing.

JustBen · 27 May 2020 at 20:47

So to check the intonation I've drummed open string and then the 12th fret of that string. Only my small e string is still the same at 12(not dead on but same note) so I should change the other shouldnt I

Raymond Lin · 27 May 2020 at 21:18

always4lora said:
So to check the intonation I've drummed open string and then the 12th fret of that string. Only my small e string is still the same at 12(not dead on but same note) so I should change the other shouldnt I

They should all be the same note as the open string, but higher. It doesn't need to be perfect, but a fraction off is fine since depends how you press it down can change the pitch.

Raymond Lin · 27 May 2020 at 21:34

Finally cleaned and set it up.

1 - Intonation - perfect
2 - Neck nice and straight.
3 - Frets has some wear, this guitar was certainly played, cleaned the fretboard and the cloth was brown.
4 - it is VERY light (6lb 15oz) :eek:

JustBen · 27 May 2020 at 21:34

B shows e
G shows e
D shows e
A shows b
E shows a

Raymond Lin · 27 May 2020 at 21:35

always4lora said:
B shows e
G shows e
D shows e
A shows b
E shows a

That's WAY off...are you sure? try another tuner first because that's way too much for any saddles to move to compensate.

JustBen · 27 May 2020 at 21:53

Raymond Lin said:
That's WAY off...are you sure? try another tuner first because that's way too much for any saddles to move to compensate.

Was using a tour tech clip on, then used fender tuner on tbe phone that gives me the same.
Lastly used rocksmith which just tells me to loosen tbe strings. Open string they are fine

Raymond Lin · 27 May 2020 at 21:54

always4lora said:
Was using a tour tech clip on, then used fender tuner on tbe phone that gives me the same.
Lastly used rocksmith which just tells me to loosen tbe strings. Open string they are fine

What guitar is this btw?

LuckyBenski · 27 May 2020 at 21:55

Raymond Lin said:

You've got a Lazy J! I worked with Jesse for a few years

always4lora said:
Was using a tour tech clip on, then used fender tuner on tbe phone that gives me the same.
Lastly used rocksmith which just tells me to loosen tbe strings. Open string they are fine

It sounds like you're not picking up the signal properly. Have you checked out YouTube videos for the method?

Raymond Lin · 27 May 2020 at 22:02

UnLuckyBenski said:
You've got a Lazy J! I worked with Jesse for a few years

Yeah, I got it a couple of years ago, even went to his house to pick it up when it was done, he let me have a go on his 54 Les Paul even...

I didn't dare lol I only touched it.

JustBen · 27 May 2020 at 22:04

UnLuckyBenski said:
You've got a Lazy J! I worked with Jesse for a few years

It sounds like you're not picking up the signal properly. Have you checked out YouTube videos for the method?

Using an encore guitar tdhat I got 2nd hand dance years back. Strings were fitted not to long back.
Method for checking I have strummed open then fretted 12th

2StepSteve · 28 May 2020 at 00:26

Glad you got it safe and sound Raymond, very speedy delivery. That's naughty posting it without protection around the case IMO. But the guitar got to you safe and sound and that is what matters. Looks great!

Can't go wrong with a strat that's olympic white, mint green pickguard and rosewood fretboard!

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