The gigging guitarist’s survival guide (of sorts)
RSMurthiGigging is fun, but only if you’ve prepared yourself in the context of equipment and audience… our resident veteran has a few tips for both novices and regulars.
Features
Gerard Singh – master of many
EDWARD GOMEZMY FAVOURITE THINGS: He’s a legendary name in the local club and pub circuit, and it’s no wonder. Gerard Singh wears more than one hat… when he’s not on a solo gig, he’s keeping the groove with his 1980s-inspired band… other times, he’s busy getting his original stuff down.
Jezzriq – finding the right key
MY FAVOURITE THINGS: Between plying the club scene and fronting his own band that’s doing original stuff, Jezzriq struggles to maintain his identity – pianist or keyboardist?
Seow – the tube amp doctor
NR LohanTECH MATTERS: If your vintage tube amp needs a fix to sound cookin’ again, here’s the man you can bank on to get the job done.
Daniel Guerzo – all about that bass
MY FAVOURITE THINGS: Once a hot “new-kid-on-the-block” bassist, now a seasoned man in the circuit, Daniel Guerzo sticks with the gear he doesn’t need to fuss over wherever he goes.
Fuad’s DS-1… and other assorted love songs
MY FAVOURITE THINGS: Guitarists and their gear… we start with Kyoto Protocol’s axeman, Fuad Alhabshi, who certainly loves his BOSS pedals, especially the legendary DS-1.
Pedalling on a tight budget
Not all guitarists can afford to splurge on big-name pedals… but the good news is, there’s a whole growing world of stompboxes out there for the adventurous tone-seeker on a budget.
Going vintage with Russian tubes
Unless you’re a guitar snob, there’s no reason to pay exorbitant prices for “branded” vintage glass when a plethora of rather excellent and cheaper alternatives from Russia is readily available.