Thank you John. Truth is I never applied the thumb technique until I started attempting some Geords chords. Just learned “New Cold War” as well and without the thumb it’s technically impossible. Interesting. Geordie forever! X
Well done mate! Gave me hackles. The Godin kingpin guitar is really a perfect choice to pay homage to Geordie! I have one and it downtunes to D-standard perfectly and it doesn’t feedback like a stuck pig. Subscribed!
You're spot-on and thank you. As far as modern productions go, this is close in feel, the crucial d-tune comfort is high with the 5th ave - these P-90s cut as well! I had the rare fortune to play Geordie's once and the weight/feel to this is more ballpark than anything else I've played. P-90's bolted straight on the decks and string speak behind the bridge. All resonating. X
I have that Godin too, can I ask how you have it set up? because i'm getting a horrible ringing and slight dampening of the g string. How do you have the relief set, and are you using a wound g?
I have mine strung in D-Standard with wound “G” string. 12 gauge strings set as low as I can with a touch of relief. The tension is about the same as 10 gauge in standard. When setting up I move the bridge until intonation is right and use masking tape to mark position. Then I apply violin rosin to the underside and sting up. No slippage or dampening on this setup. Hope this helps.
@@FletcherFathoms thanks Fletcher, good idea re; the masking tape and rosin. Did you use the wound G from the start, or was that in response to you having issues with a plain g? I'm thinking of swapping out the tailpiece on mine ... There's something called an Xtrem which is a cheaper alternative to the Bigsby.
@@OoglieMooglie-t6m - I've only ever strung it up this way since day one, but don't remember any bad ghost tones or anything from before. You might find that when you move the bridge to correct intonation it will sort itself out.
I appreciate that so much. Anthony was a total ace - we corresponded frequently when I was working on The Twilight of the Mortals Book. In fact I never even bothered attempting Geordie’s riffs when they were both alive because I thought - what’s the point aye? Plus I was busy with my own band The Sub-Gents at the time. In fact, we even dabbled with the idea of Geordie producing our first EP in Prague, but then Pylon stuff started happening and to be honest I don’t think we were ready as a band yet, although we certainly got to the point where we were. I’ve been off the radar sorting a new job out and doing a lot of production work of my own lately. I have a track in the works with an iconic pop star you wouldn’t expect that I’ve been quietly working on and I did indeed pay a bit of Geords tribute guitar on it. ;) I’ll be back on here with some fresh riffs soon I promise. I also might be doing something with Mick from 1919 in the near future. X
I love it. Had the hum bucket version a few years back and it was too dark and muddy. These P-90s in contrast are both bitey and rich. The weight is also correct for vintage feel. No plasticky finish etc. Takes 12 gauge strings like a champ in D-Standard. Really pleased with it all around.
@@GaryRubinstein I’m using a Strymon Brig in stereo with a healthy dose of modulation on the repeats. I can get real close with an El Capistan, perhaps even closer with its random pitch modulation behaviour. I also only learn Geordie riffs by watching his hands closely, so they can be as accurate as possible. Not referencing tabs or other sources.
You have the same magic thumb as geordie! Absolutely amazingly played.
Thank you John. Truth is I never applied the thumb technique until I started attempting some Geords chords. Just learned “New Cold War” as well and without the thumb it’s technically impossible. Interesting. Geordie forever! X
Great work my friend!! 🎸👍 Keep it up!!!
You have made a beautiful job of that. Congratulations!
Thank you Simon, it’s such a beautiful tune. X
Smashing 😎👍!!!
Well done mate! Gave me hackles.
The Godin kingpin guitar is really a perfect choice to pay homage to Geordie!
I have one and it downtunes to D-standard perfectly and it doesn’t feedback like a stuck pig.
Subscribed!
You're spot-on and thank you. As far as modern productions go, this is close in feel, the crucial d-tune comfort is high with the 5th ave - these P-90s cut as well! I had the rare fortune to play Geordie's once and the weight/feel to this is more ballpark than anything else I've played. P-90's bolted straight on the decks and string speak behind the bridge. All resonating. X
Now this is dope plus one big ups ❤
👍👍👍
I have that Godin too, can I ask how you have it set up? because i'm getting a horrible ringing and slight dampening of the g string. How do you have the relief set, and are you using a wound g?
I have mine strung in D-Standard with wound “G” string. 12 gauge strings set as low as I can with a touch of relief. The tension is about the same as 10 gauge in standard. When setting up I move the bridge until intonation is right and use masking tape to mark position. Then I apply violin rosin to the underside and sting up. No slippage or dampening on this setup. Hope this helps.
@@FletcherFathoms thanks Fletcher, good idea re; the masking tape and rosin. Did you use the wound G from the start, or was that in response to you having issues with a plain g? I'm thinking of swapping out the tailpiece on mine ... There's something called an Xtrem which is a cheaper alternative to the Bigsby.
@@OoglieMooglie-t6m - I've only ever strung it up this way since day one, but don't remember any bad ghost tones or anything from before. You might find that when you move the bridge to correct intonation it will sort itself out.
Please, keep yourself save!
Don't die!! :_(
You are the true heir of Anthony Angströms!
I appreciate that so much. Anthony was a total ace - we corresponded frequently when I was working on The Twilight of the Mortals Book. In fact I never even bothered attempting Geordie’s riffs when they were both alive because I thought - what’s the point aye? Plus I was busy with my own band The Sub-Gents at the time. In fact, we even dabbled with the idea of Geordie producing our first EP in Prague, but then Pylon stuff started happening and to be honest I don’t think we were ready as a band yet, although we certainly got to the point where we were. I’ve been off the radar sorting a new job out and doing a lot of production work of my own lately. I have a track in the works with an iconic pop star you wouldn’t expect that I’ve been quietly working on and I did indeed pay a bit of Geords tribute guitar on it. ;) I’ll be back on here with some fresh riffs soon I promise. I also might be doing something with Mick from 1919 in the near future. X
@@FletcherFathoms We will be happy to wait for your creativity! I wish you strength and good mood!
Is that a Godin 5th Ave? How do you like it?
I love it. Had the hum bucket version a few years back and it was too dark and muddy. These P-90s in contrast are both bitey and rich. The weight is also correct for vintage feel. No plasticky finish etc. Takes 12 gauge strings like a champ in D-Standard. Really pleased with it all around.
What effects are you using? That sounds just like Geordie!
@@GaryRubinstein I’m using a Strymon Brig in stereo with a healthy dose of modulation on the repeats. I can get real close with an El Capistan, perhaps even closer with its random pitch modulation behaviour. I also only learn Geordie riffs by watching his hands closely, so they can be as accurate as possible. Not referencing tabs or other sources.