Paul, as always, every note you play has a purpose. No frills, no fluff, no unnecessary flash nor fill. Your playing takes me on a journey every single time…it’s absolutely remarkable the feelings your songs emote. You’re in a class all your own, my friend. 😊
Well comments like that make all my efforts worthwhile! Thank you so much my friend, that is genuinely appreciated. I recognise you as someone who has been tuning in to my wee videos for a while, so cheers 🍻
If Mark Knopfler scored a modern Bond film….that section with the strat. Beautiful playing all the way through this video, sir. Really inspiring and very peaceful from start to finish.
I honestly don't think anyone inspires me and depresses me on youtube as much as you. I'm trying to listen to the pedals but can't help just losing myself to the sensitivity of the playing. I've said it before and I will say it again, you are one of the best guitarists out there. Thank you, my friend - I'll deal with the depression and leave with the inspiration.
Hi Raslo. I can totally relate to what you’re saying, when I watch players like Tobias Hoffmann. I do feel that slight depression…. Like, what’s the point, I’ll never be at that level. I must say, it’s a thrill to have you say those things about me! So I thank you so much man, I really appreciate that.
That first song sounded like a hymn ... whatever it was, it was beautiful!! And that green petal makes your Paul sound a bit like your Telecaster with the single coil. Maybe that's why you like it. And yes. Good on you, Paul. Amazing Grace is all we need ...
I only happened upon your channel yesterday Paul and already you have become one of my fave guitar men on the tube...your honesty, nature and real easy going persona is refreshing...all the best for you and yours now and in the future buddy...
Gosh, Paul...as usual, that is some of the most beautiful, inspiring and soulful playing one can listen to on guitar. Thanks for sharing your pedalboard. I guess you could say I came for the pedals, stayed for the music!
Hi Joe, thank you for stopping by my wee TH-cam channel, delighted you liked my playing. Actually, the Strat I was playing has a bit of Joe Perkins in it…. In that you kindly answered a question on one of your own Q&A videos where you suggested I could “beef up” the tones on a Strat by adding base plates (telecaster style). And so that’s what we have here and I love that guitar. So thank you Joe 👍
Some of the most beautiful tones I've heard on your channel and on youtube all together. Try to put a good fuzz on the mix. It is not really not necessary, but it will compliment.
Colours within an artist's pallet. I decided to paint my sound with the full range of Marshall pedals, plus a cry-baby. I just love the simplicity and styling of the Marshall range of pedals, but I would like to add a Frequout for sure. Thanks for the glimpse, Paul, still loving the sound of that Black Beauty.
Got to say Paul, your " mainstream" delay tone is awesome.I would take that any day. The rest of the board with your tasteful playing sounds wonderful. Good video thanks for sharing.
Thank you Archie! I’m delighted you like my delay tone, especially as I don’t consider myself particularly experienced with that effect. Cheers Archie 🍻
oh man Paul, always come to learn and find myself lean back, closing my eyes and enjoy. (Well, you inspire me to play afterwards, so it is some kind educational anyway.) Thank You für your wonderful content
You're an inspiration Paul. Pedals are fine, gears are nice, but your playing is very melodic, full of musical nuances and lively harmonies. Your touch on the guitar just sounds pure, genuine and I love your honest approach to music in general. I don't know if you consider yourself a spiritual person, but to me, this touch, and this amount of musicality only flows from within someone who has a spiritual inner life indeed... Cheers!
Wow, a big smile appeared on my face there, as I read your words! It’s funny, I AM on a bit of a journey as regards spirituality, so it’s very interesting to me that you picked up on that. Spirituality is such a personal and private thing and so I never really speak about it. But the subject is very interesting to me and I watch lots of TH-cam videos around spirituality, mindfulness, and stories from those who have had near death experiences. Let’s just say I believe I am a spiritual being, who is down here having a human experience. And I’m loving it.
@@paulstaffordcook8799 Exactly. To be honest, and as you said it yourself, there is no need to 'talk' about THAT which stands beyond language... (good) Music is such a magical medium through which the ineffability of the divine manifests... I've studied theoretical physics years ago, but then went back to my roots as a musician. Even though the income isn't ideal, but now I'm only doing tutoring, studio sessions, and soundtracks (mostly for video games), no complaining either. I'm all the way on the other side of the planet in Australia, but if I was closer, I'd have loved to do a jam or something with you. Cheers!
@@sega62sThanks. Actually, I probably use modulation around 15% of the time - specifically Tremolo, maybe sometimes my JHS Emperor (pitch shifting vibrato). And I’ve always got reverb on 😊
Another classic video Paul! your guitar playing is so heart felt! look forward to hearing your Jazzmaster when you receive it! I have had to put 10's on my jazzmaster as it was going out of tune a lot with the 9's on there! all the best. cheer Gordon.
Thanks Gordon. That’s interesting about your Jazzmaster doing better with 10s…. My spec sheet with Nick actually has mine with 12s, flatwound, and tuned down 1 tone to D standard. So that’s how it will be when I unbox it. But who knows, I’ll be doing various experiments over the year to see where it’s sweet spot lies.
Hi Kennygame. You’re right, the Sweet Cream is a long time favourite of mine. The only reason it’s not on the main board is because I’d class it as “full frequency”….. and I think the Kingsley Page just pips it to the post on that front. And the Kafir Lime does a particular thing to my sunburst Les Paul, by trimming out certain bass frequencies and adding a particularly attractive set of honky mids 😊
The LP Custom stole the show for me this time. What beautiful sounding guitar. The fact you dont overdo the overdrive lets me hear the character of all your great guitars. Cheers Paul 👍
Good setup, somewhat similar to mine in function if not exact brands. Major difference is I have a comp/boost/eq pedal in front of the rest. Also have an EHX Attack Decay for a weird metallic cello effect. I have yet to find a trem that is compelling enough to use. Well, except for a Magnatone Stereo Twilighter but I don’t have room for that monstrosity! Such are the vicissitudes of gear.
I will literally watch anything with that tele in it hahaha Only to carry on watching and get the treat of the others! Awesome stuff - by the way you demoed these pedals exceptionally well, nobody knows how hard it is to demo a pedalboard until you try it yourself, its bloody hard work to try and force it instead of them just being used in the background haha.
Thank you Paul! (And sorry for late reply, just catching up 🤣). I remember you saying you were a fan of that Tele on an earlier vid. Yes, it’s a real treat to face my amp and hear the Tele’s warm tones coming forth. In fact, I’m about to upload another vid later this evening, where the Tele is the star performer. Anyway, cheers Paul 😊🍻
Hey Paul, Christmas is coming!😂😂🤣 Clearly you have the pedals that make your world go round. Funny how you don't miss the short stayers from last year and can't live without the ones you kept. The truth is, every signature guitar player we know has a distinct sound for the exact same reason, once they found it they never changed it.🤙
@@paulstaffordcook8799 That's how this old musician rolls.🤪 Actually it's just a reminder that regardless of all the opinions out there, what we like is what we like. I know sometimes the comment section can get a bit demanding with, you should do this or you should do that, but finding the groove that works for you and hits the old sweet spot in your ear is all that matters.😉🤙
Paul, you're a mighty fine musician. I like the way you make the most of whatever sound you are using and the dynamic range that's available to you. Your style is very tasteful - you are not mainstream by anybody's definition. Some of your playing sounds like a cross between Mark Knopfler and Marc Ribot. If Tom waits ever needs a new guitarist he could do alot worse than you!
Now, Paul, you gotta explain me this: how come everything you play sound so tasteful and impeccably executed? You better come up with a good answer to this... :)))
What a great question! Firstly, thank you 🙏 . Secondly, it’s about “touch” and making sure that not a single note sounds amateurish. If it does? Don’t play it! I did a video on this, so perhaps that will explain it th-cam.com/video/bPR3FBBeAOo/w-d-xo.htmlsi=Wf-dOwXJySE23ltV. Ultimately, it’s down to picking pressure, dynamics, vibrato (or deliberate lack thereof), and love for each note, as though you’re caring for it. Sorry, that was all a bit nerdy, but you get the idea 🤣
I'll never get rid of my V1 Strymon Flint. It's the only pedal I use (I have a wah if needed and an El Cap but it's rarely used). It's an always on pedal for me.
Hi Paul great sounding pedals! Now, if you could just get serious and learn to play those guitars, hehehe. As always I love your playing my friend. That combination of the R9 (?) and the Kafir Lime-and whatever other variables - sounds like Mark Knopfler tone.. Those are some delicious tones Paul!
Thanks Chuck. And yes, I think you’ve hit the nail on the head with the R9 / Kafir Lime sounding like Knopfler tone. I watched Brothers in Arms “Live in Berlin 2007”…. And bingo, that’s the tone I hear when I play that combination. I’m delighted you noticed 👍
Beautiful playing, Paul. I love the way you have refined your rig matching individual pedals to each guitar - subtle and tasteful. The guitars are all gorgeous but the sound you have from the Oswald Strat blows me away every time you use it. Flint is one I go to a lot when going direct into the board - it seems to cover the Fender Spring and Tremolo really well and the Plate is cool. TC Electronics seem to turn out nice delays - I rely on the Alter Ego because it gives me the warbly tape delays I had when I used WEM Kopicat & Roland Space Echo in the 70s. The Effectrode Blackbird Valve Pre-Amp Pedal has become my 'always on' for 3 great Fender / Dumblish options. I think I want a Freqout now - fun, fun, fun! 😀 P.S. re: OD - your collection is impeccable! I will be looking into the Page & the Hagerman! I have relied on the HotCake made my my friend Paul Crowther in NZ since the 70s - recently got his 'Double HotCake' which offers 3 distinct OD sounds - I believe Mark Knopfler uses a HotCake with pretty well every guitarist in NZ!
Paul, The Alter Ego x 4 allows you to set up 3 independent delays, e.g. Space Echo dotted 8ths, WEM slap-back, Echoplex 8th notes and flip between them with the foot switches with the 4th switch for Tap Tempo - great for live work.
@@wjewell63 Ah...I'm in the UK - origins in the south, Devon & Cornwall, where I think the name originated (way back) We both have good taste in guitar players!
Maté anything you play sounds great, I really like the tube overdrive, but let’s face reality you could play a inexpensive guitar and amp and it would sound amazing !
some tasty stuff there boy, of course the strat's ma fav but that custom has got something special going on. I keep wondering how much the sound would change on all the pedals if your playing at stage volume, you might end up changing your mind on the favorite ones. As alway in absolute awe of your playing, yer jist guid pal :) thanks for posting and making up all feel totally inadequate
Well thank you Charlie, and I’m delighted you liked how the LP Custom sounded…. I agree. By the way, you make a good point about how things would change at gig volume…. I’d be curious to find out. I guess I should join a band and find out 🤣
Hey man, your playing is amazing. Kinda reminiscent of Jeremy Spencer's from Fleetwood Mac. Especially on his recent album Boundless, you should check him out. Amazing player. Check out his song boundless, beautiful song.
What happened to your Harlot? You said it was your favorite a year ago. Glad you still have the Page. Which one replaced the Harlot, and why? Thank you!
Great question. The Harlot remains the single best overdrive I’ve ever tried. Sadly, it was only on loan from a kind subscriber….. hence I had to send it back. It was quite something!
Hello Paul, I watched this & some of your other videos last night. I don't own any pedals - yet - but was wondering, a bit like Desert Island Discs, if you were forced to pick just three pedals to keep from both boards, which ones would you choose? Thanks again, John
What a great question LankisherJohn….. OK, my 3 desert island pedals would be: Strymon Flint, Kingsley Page, and my Kafir Lime. A man could go far with these 3 and be extremely satisfied.
Hi goodkat 66. Generally I use 10s on Fenders and 11s on Gibsons. But special mention to the black LP Custom….. that’s wearing 12s and they’re Flatwound. And it’s down to E flat. Hope this helps. 👍
@@paulstaffordcook8799 Thanks so much! I thought they were lighter, surprisingly you manage to be so expressive, with bending and vibrato, even with higher gauges… well done!
That Custom is a thing of beauty my friend. You ever hook that board up through the Boss Katana? PS: forgot to ask, what amp are you actually running through here?
Paul, very beautiful sounds and inspiring playing, as always. How do you describe the Page vs Broadcast used as a boost? What do you like more on the Page?… I own a Broadcast but the Page is really tempting… I also play a Cornell amp but it is a Plexi 7 :-)
Hi Sergio. Yes, I’d say the Page’s specialty is to bring valve “warmth” to your signal. And the nature of the Overdrive is full frequency (as opposed to cutting bass etc). It’s best described as….. well, “gorgeous”. And very “low gain”. The Broadcast however has a stronger personality….. it specialises in bringing the slightly “lo-fi” tones from recording consoles from the 60’s. It’s also lovely and warm but it definitely has an almost fuzzy hint to the tone. I applaud it for that. And I love that it’s not “transparent” (like a Greer Amps Lightspeed”). Hope this helps 👍
@@paulstaffordcook8799 thanks Paul for taking the time to produce such a detailed response. Your “gorgeous” classification will make things hard for me to let the Page pass by :-).
@@SergioAureo Well whatever you do, DON’T watch Simon Jarrett’s videos demo’ing it…. Or you’ll be reaching for credit cards left right and centre. That man could make a lemon sound incredible.
Hi StephenandVyn. Yes, my Zuma allows for 8 pedals, no more. And so I’m at full capacity. Since I can’t power any more pedals I may as well use the available space on the board to display the Zuma. This also allows me better access to the cables that run to and from the brick, which makes trouble shooting or changing pedal connections a little easier. I also like the look of the Zuma, it’s quite attractive. I guess I could power more than 8 pedals by using daisy chains etc…. but no, less is more. Eight pedals is more than enough 😊
@@paulstaffordcook8799 That makes perfect sense, thanks. Also the pedaltrain looks similar to mine so maybe you would have to modify it to raise it high enough to give clearance for the power supply underneath like I had to do for my 1 spot.
Ah shit, really? I’ve been scared to wear it because I originally felt it looked a bit “suspect”. Then my wife said I looked good in it. And so I’m wearing it again tonight, on a video I intend to release letter this evening. And now you’ve confirmed my fears….
Thanks Warmachine 20. My Tele has a Seymour Duncan Quarter Pound in the bridge and a Bare Knuckle Stormy Monday in the neck. I love that guitar and don’t want to ever change it. Delighted you like it 😊
Auld yin, I've realised I've been neglecting you with the gags lately so here's a ahem catch up 1. A young fella is out on the pull and he chats up a punk rocker girl, at closing time he says "want to come back to my place for some fun ?", she says "oh yes", so they're getting down to it when she says "I hope your using protection ", he says "Don't you worry about that ", she stops him again and says "gonnae put on some music", he says "oh for Christ's sake, ok", so he's fumbling around in the dark and puts on the first CD he finds, she says "is that Johnny Rotten you put on ?", he says "no, I've only used it once before ". 2. A old fella is walking through the park when he sees a huge rottweiler coming towards him, he starts panicking but it starts humping his leg, he says "get off me you big ugly bastard ", the dog starts growing and snarling, he says "ok then, be as quick as you can ". 3. Fella gets home from work and his missus asks " did you enjoy your sandwiches today Darling ?", he says "actually no, what was that filling ?", she says "crab paste", he says "where did you get it from ?", she says "The CHEMIST". Take care kid.
Oh man... I love your playing so much. Every note has intention, soul, expression.... so beautiful! Very inspiring. Thanks!
Thank you goodkat 66, I appreciate that. You’ve made my day 🍻
That arrangement of Amazing Grace was great. Beautiful sir. Thank you.
Thank you Joshua, I’m glad you liked it 👍
To me, music's primary aim is to create emotions. And Paul is a real master to do just this. Apart from this he is a fantsatic guitarist.
Well thank you Gary! I’m smiling reading your comment, so cheers to you 🍻
True statement!
Paul, as always, every note you play has a purpose. No frills, no fluff, no unnecessary flash nor fill. Your playing takes me on a journey every single time…it’s absolutely remarkable the feelings your songs emote. You’re in a class all your own, my friend. 😊
Well comments like that make all my efforts worthwhile! Thank you so much my friend, that is genuinely appreciated. I recognise you as someone who has been tuning in to my wee videos for a while, so cheers 🍻
what great playing....i'm learning a lot just by watching.....
If Mark Knopfler scored a modern Bond film….that section with the strat. Beautiful playing all the way through this video, sir. Really inspiring and very peaceful from start to finish.
Thank you Onenote. Inspiring and peaceful…. I’ll take that, thank you sir 😊
I honestly don't think anyone inspires me and depresses me on youtube as much as you. I'm trying to listen to the pedals but can't help just losing myself to the sensitivity of the playing. I've said it before and I will say it again, you are one of the best guitarists out there. Thank you, my friend - I'll deal with the depression and leave with the inspiration.
Hi Raslo. I can totally relate to what you’re saying, when I watch players like Tobias Hoffmann. I do feel that slight depression…. Like, what’s the point, I’ll never be at that level. I must say, it’s a thrill to have you say those things about me! So I thank you so much man, I really appreciate that.
Well done. Lovely playing and that Les Paul custom. Thank you
Thanks MonteChristo 👍
That first song sounded like a hymn ... whatever it was, it was beautiful!! And that green petal makes your Paul sound a bit like your Telecaster with the single coil. Maybe that's why you like it. And yes. Good on you, Paul. Amazing Grace is all we need ...
I think you’ve hit the nail on the head as regards the green pedal making my Les Paul more “Telecaster-like”. Cheers Tonetwisters 👍
That LP custom sounds just fantastic! ❤
your playing is so beautiful! Thanks for this video!
Thank you very much Hdrk N. I’m delighted you like my playing 🍻
The sound is perfect! Really amazing!
Thanks Arans 👍
I am lol you used to have 2 . Glad I discovered this place again. Your just great!
Thank you John! Appreciated 👍
@12:00 ...I luv the 'James Bond' esque loop
C'mere Ms. Mooneypenny...
Loved the little brothers in arms style jam at 12 minutes in 🎸 great playing from a fellow Scotsman 🏴
Delighted you liked it! Cheers 🍻
Spectacular playing and tones 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Many thanks Joe, appreciated 👍
That Tele sounds fabulous clean.
my thoughts too
Thanks Derrick!
Not a single pedal out of place. I think you've got it nailed. Absolutely adore the Flint, I'll be grabbing one of those 'tout de suite'!
Thank you Peter 😊
Just beautiful playing, all the pedals and guitars compliment your style perfectly, well done……
Well thank you Rorykarate! I appreciate that. 👍
Man that was some lovely playing Paul🙌
Well thank you Simon, my fellow Tobias enthusiast 😊.
@@paulstaffordcook8799 you’ve got me there Paul👍
I only happened upon your channel yesterday Paul and already you have become one of my fave guitar men on the tube...your honesty, nature and real easy going persona is refreshing...all the best for you and yours now and in the future buddy...
Well thank hekakain, I’m delighted you like my wee videos! Your comment has left me smiling. Cheers 🍻
Always, always a pleasure to watch you play.
Thank you John! I appreciate that 🍻
THIS GIBSON HAS AN AMAZING TONE.... I LOVE IT
Thanks Baruk Pj 👍
great playing..soulful and inspiring. Thanks for all your videos
Thank you Randy, cheers to you 🍻
Gosh, Paul...as usual, that is some of the most beautiful, inspiring and soulful playing one can listen to on guitar. Thanks for sharing your pedalboard. I guess you could say I came for the pedals, stayed for the music!
Well thank you Stephen, I’m delighted you liked it! Cheers for such lovely words 👍
Lovely playing mate - whatever you play through!
Well thank you Adrian, appreciated 🍻
Amazing playing mate...that Kingsley is such a reliable pedal for sounding fantastic!! 🙂
Hi Joe, thank you for stopping by my wee TH-cam channel, delighted you liked my playing. Actually, the Strat I was playing has a bit of Joe Perkins in it…. In that you kindly answered a question on one of your own Q&A videos where you suggested I could “beef up” the tones on a Strat by adding base plates (telecaster style). And so that’s what we have here and I love that guitar. So thank you Joe 👍
Some of the most beautiful tones I've heard on your channel and on youtube all together. Try to put a good fuzz on the mix. It is not really not necessary, but it will compliment.
Thank you Ivan, your comment has made my day! And I’ll certainly consider a good fuzz.
Very inspiring and exceptional phrasing and tone. 😁 Love your rendition of Amazing Grace. 👍👏
Thank you John!
Colours within an artist's pallet. I decided to paint my sound with the full range of Marshall pedals, plus a cry-baby. I just love the simplicity and styling of the Marshall range of pedals, but I would like to add a Frequout for sure.
Thanks for the glimpse, Paul, still loving the sound of that Black Beauty.
Thanks Maxwellfan55. I’m delighted you like the black beauty. I’m a lucky man 😊
Got to say Paul, your " mainstream" delay tone is awesome.I would take that any day. The rest of the board with your tasteful playing sounds wonderful. Good video thanks for sharing.
Thank you Archie! I’m delighted you like my delay tone, especially as I don’t consider myself particularly experienced with that effect. Cheers Archie 🍻
Inspiring as always,don’t stop Paul.
Thank you Neil 👍
Your such an generous musician and great teacher. Thank you Paul. Looking forward to meeting you some day. Love you all Bill.
Thank you Bill!
Bro listening to you playing is like dining in at a double Mitchelton star restaurant
Well I’ll take that compliment and I’ll run with it. 🤣😊. Thank you so much Trent, I appreciate that.
Good stuff ,love that Oswald ✌🏻🎸🎶
Thank you D B 👍
oh man Paul, always come to learn and find myself lean back, closing my eyes and enjoy. (Well, you inspire me to play afterwards, so it is some kind educational anyway.) Thank You für your wonderful content
Thank you J.J. Ohns. Genuinely, that makes me smile, so thank you 🍻👍
Fantastic playing as always Paul. Love the Page! I have one too. One of my favs. Cheers
Thanks TweedToneKing 👍. And good to hear we’re “Page Twins”.
You've got some Knopfler in your tone!
Well that’s about the best compliment I could receive 🙏
Man. You got soul. Love your playing.
Well thank you StolenSon 👍
You're an inspiration Paul. Pedals are fine, gears are nice, but your playing is very melodic, full of musical nuances and lively harmonies. Your touch on the guitar just sounds pure, genuine and I love your honest approach to music in general. I don't know if you consider yourself a spiritual person, but to me, this touch, and this amount of musicality only flows from within someone who has a spiritual inner life indeed... Cheers!
Wow, a big smile appeared on my face there, as I read your words! It’s funny, I AM on a bit of a journey as regards spirituality, so it’s very interesting to me that you picked up on that. Spirituality is such a personal and private thing and so I never really speak about it. But the subject is very interesting to me and I watch lots of TH-cam videos around spirituality, mindfulness, and stories from those who have had near death experiences. Let’s just say I believe I am a spiritual being, who is down here having a human experience. And I’m loving it.
@@paulstaffordcook8799 Exactly. To be honest, and as you said it yourself, there is no need to 'talk' about THAT which stands beyond language... (good) Music is such a magical medium through which the ineffability of the divine manifests... I've studied theoretical physics years ago, but then went back to my roots as a musician. Even though the income isn't ideal, but now I'm only doing tutoring, studio sessions, and soundtracks (mostly for video games), no complaining either. I'm all the way on the other side of the planet in Australia, but if I was closer, I'd have loved to do a jam or something with you. Cheers!
@@konnektlive I like what you’re saying. Cheers and I wish you every success with your music.
Your playing is a good lesson in restraint when it comes to effects pedals Paul. Love the sound of your Tele with the Strymon Flint! Cheers
Thanks David 👍
Great, Paul!. Lovely your tone. Thanks.
Thank you Rodrigo 👍
Thank you Paul for another great video best wishes as always from Glasgow 🎸👍
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks Frank 🍻
Awesome tones man! I love your playing in each and every video. Super inspiring to get better and also push out more videos. Rock on buddy!
Thank you Gaslight Guitar! I’m chuffed you like my playing 🍻
gotta love that telecaster, looks like a custom shop $$$$$$$
Thanks Sega. And yes, it’s a custom shop ‘52 reissue. I’m a lucky boy.
@@paulstaffordcook8799 love your chords progression in many of your music pieces, do you use modulation often?
@@sega62sThanks. Actually, I probably use modulation around 15% of the time - specifically Tremolo, maybe sometimes my JHS Emperor (pitch shifting vibrato). And I’ve always got reverb on 😊
@@paulstaffordcook8799 sorry , I meant to modulate from one key to another key ….thx
Beautiful playing! Fantastic tones!
Thanks Jeff!
Very cool and practical board, amazing playing as always too
Thank you man, cheers 👍
@@paulstaffordcook8799 : )
Love to hear a jam with PSC and Simon Jarrett. Both these guys are so musical.
Well thank you Denis. Personally, I’d be mighty intimidated and yet thrilled. He’s got such a “touch”.
Another classic video Paul! your guitar playing is so heart felt! look forward to hearing your Jazzmaster when you receive it! I have had to put 10's on my jazzmaster as it was going out of tune a lot with the 9's on there! all the best. cheer Gordon.
Thanks Gordon. That’s interesting about your Jazzmaster doing better with 10s…. My spec sheet with Nick actually has mine with 12s, flatwound, and tuned down 1 tone to D standard. So that’s how it will be when I unbox it. But who knows, I’ll be doing various experiments over the year to see where it’s sweet spot lies.
Some great pedals you got, but most of all the gift of a great set of ears to make them sound good ❤❤❤❤
Thank you Paul. I’m lucky to have those ears 😊🍻
Lovely tones, as usual Paul. Very nice :)
Well thank you Burt, cheers to you 🍻
Your JR has a great sound
Thanks Dale! Yeah, it really bristles with excitement 😊
Kocham słuchać jak grasz ,uczysz .Masz wielki talent.
Thank you, that’s appreciated 👍
Another great post Paul!😎👍
Thanks Michael 👍
Beautiful. I thought the sweet cream would make it on the board before the Kafir Lime. Probably couldn't go wrong either way.
Hi Kennygame. You’re right, the Sweet Cream is a long time favourite of mine. The only reason it’s not on the main board is because I’d class it as “full frequency”….. and I think the Kingsley Page just pips it to the post on that front. And the Kafir Lime does a particular thing to my sunburst Les Paul, by trimming out certain bass frequencies and adding a particularly attractive set of honky mids 😊
Loved it!
Excellent pedal board and as always beautiful playing. Also congrats on getting on the score board for Uncle Larry's bending contest.
Thank you Scott 👍. And yes it was a thrill being mentioned by Uncle Larry!
Awesome as always Paul, your feel and tone are second to none, keep rockin' brother !!!!☮🎸🎵
Thanks tcii69 👍
The LP Custom stole the show for me this time. What beautiful sounding guitar. The fact you dont overdo the overdrive lets me hear the character of all your great guitars. Cheers Paul 👍
Thank you Graeme 👍. I gotta agree…. when I watch it back, it really pops! Cheers Graeme
This sounds so much better than the Katana i was just listening to.
That’s interesting, because I just read your comment on the Katana video. Yes, I must say I do love the valve amp.
@@paulstaffordcook8799
It sounds good when you are listening, and then you hear the tube amp and you go, oh, yeah, that's better!
Good setup, somewhat similar to mine in function if not exact brands. Major difference is I have a comp/boost/eq pedal in front of the rest. Also have an EHX Attack Decay for a weird metallic cello effect. I have yet to find a trem that is compelling enough to use. Well, except for a Magnatone Stereo Twilighter but I don’t have room for that monstrosity! Such are the vicissitudes of gear.
I will literally watch anything with that tele in it hahaha
Only to carry on watching and get the treat of the others! Awesome stuff - by the way you demoed these pedals exceptionally well, nobody knows how hard it is to demo a pedalboard until you try it yourself, its bloody hard work to try and force it instead of them just being used in the background haha.
Thank you Paul! (And sorry for late reply, just catching up 🤣). I remember you saying you were a fan of that Tele on an earlier vid. Yes, it’s a real treat to face my amp and hear the Tele’s warm tones coming forth. In fact, I’m about to upload another vid later this evening, where the Tele is the star performer. Anyway, cheers Paul 😊🍻
@@paulstaffordcook8799 ill go check it out! Hopefully the Oswald isnt too far away right?!
Hey Paul, Christmas is coming!😂😂🤣
Clearly you have the pedals that make your world go round.
Funny how you don't miss the short stayers from last year and can't live without the ones you kept.
The truth is, every signature guitar player we know has a distinct sound for the exact same reason, once they found it they never changed it.🤙
As always, your observations and your words are wise Gw. Thanks man.
@@paulstaffordcook8799
That's how this old musician rolls.🤪
Actually it's just a reminder that regardless of all the opinions out there, what we like is what we like.
I know sometimes the comment section can get a bit demanding with, you should do this or you should do that, but finding the groove that works for you and hits the old sweet spot in your ear is all that matters.😉🤙
Paul, you're a mighty fine musician. I like the way you make the most of whatever sound you are using and the dynamic range that's available to you. Your style is very tasteful - you are not mainstream by anybody's definition. Some of your playing sounds like a cross between Mark Knopfler and Marc Ribot. If Tom waits ever needs a new guitarist he could do alot worse than you!
I’m enjoying reading your comment pkflash! Thank you Sir, I’m delighted you like my playing. Cheers 🍻
Now, Paul, you gotta explain me this: how come everything you play sound so tasteful and impeccably executed? You better come up with a good answer to this... :)))
What a great question! Firstly, thank you 🙏 . Secondly, it’s about “touch” and making sure that not a single note sounds amateurish. If it does? Don’t play it! I did a video on this, so perhaps that will explain it th-cam.com/video/bPR3FBBeAOo/w-d-xo.htmlsi=Wf-dOwXJySE23ltV. Ultimately, it’s down to picking pressure, dynamics, vibrato (or deliberate lack thereof), and love for each note, as though you’re caring for it. Sorry, that was all a bit nerdy, but you get the idea 🤣
I'll never get rid of my V1 Strymon Flint. It's the only pedal I use (I have a wah if needed and an El Cap but it's rarely used). It's an always on pedal for me.
Hi Paul great sounding pedals! Now, if you could just get serious and learn to play those guitars, hehehe. As always I love your playing my friend. That combination of the R9 (?) and the Kafir Lime-and whatever other variables - sounds like Mark Knopfler tone.. Those are some delicious tones Paul!
Thanks Chuck. And yes, I think you’ve hit the nail on the head with the R9 / Kafir Lime sounding like Knopfler tone. I watched Brothers in Arms “Live in Berlin 2007”…. And bingo, that’s the tone I hear when I play that combination. I’m delighted you noticed 👍
playing is class lad,
very emosional feel, soo good
Thank you Vegan Steven, appreciated 👍
I've recently bought a Tone City Golden Plexi and its the best "Marshall in a box" I've ever played from sweet cleans to the full Van Halen
Hi Ben. Yeah, these Tone City pedals can be awesome, and such a great price and a small footprint too.
Beautiful playing, Paul. I love the way you have refined your rig matching individual pedals to each guitar - subtle and tasteful. The guitars are all gorgeous but the sound you have from the Oswald Strat blows me away every time you use it. Flint is one I go to a lot when going direct into the board - it seems to cover the Fender Spring and Tremolo really well and the Plate is cool. TC Electronics seem to turn out nice delays - I rely on the Alter Ego because it gives me the warbly tape delays I had when I used WEM Kopicat & Roland Space Echo in the 70s. The Effectrode Blackbird Valve Pre-Amp Pedal has become my 'always on' for 3 great Fender / Dumblish options. I think I want a Freqout now - fun, fun, fun! 😀 P.S. re: OD - your collection is impeccable! I will be looking into the Page & the Hagerman! I have relied on the HotCake made my my friend Paul Crowther in NZ since the 70s - recently got his 'Double HotCake' which offers 3 distinct OD sounds - I believe Mark Knopfler uses a HotCake with pretty well every guitarist in NZ!
Thank you so much Martin for those compliments. On a different note I might watch some videos of that Alter Ego pedal you talk about….
Paul, The Alter Ego x 4 allows you to set up 3 independent delays, e.g. Space Echo dotted 8ths, WEM slap-back, Echoplex 8th notes and flip between them with the foot switches with the 4th switch for Tap Tempo - great for live work.
Very nice man..👍✌️
Two Jewell’s commenting! We must be related!
@@adrianjewell5995 ha......maybe...👍my jewell roots are in Michigan..
@@wjewell63 Ah...I'm in the UK - origins in the south, Devon & Cornwall, where I think the name originated (way back) We both have good taste in guitar players!
@@adrianjewell5995 absolutely and thanks for the info on the name ..one day I'll do some research....👍
Thank you wjewell63 👍
Maté anything you play sounds great, I really like the tube overdrive, but let’s face reality you could play a inexpensive guitar and amp and it would sound amazing !
Thank you Jeff, I appreciate that 🍻
some tasty stuff there boy, of course the strat's ma fav but that custom has got something special going on. I keep wondering how much the sound would change on all the pedals if your playing at stage volume, you might end up changing your mind on the favorite ones. As alway in absolute awe of your playing, yer jist guid pal :) thanks for posting and making up all feel totally inadequate
Well thank you Charlie, and I’m delighted you liked how the LP Custom sounded…. I agree. By the way, you make a good point about how things would change at gig volume…. I’d be curious to find out. I guess I should join a band and find out 🤣
Hey man, your playing is amazing. Kinda reminiscent of Jeremy Spencer's from Fleetwood Mac. Especially on his recent album Boundless, you should check him out. Amazing player. Check out his song boundless, beautiful song.
Thanks Youssef123, I’m delighted you like my playing. And I’ll go check out Jeremy Spencer’s “Boundless”. Cheers
@@paulstaffordcook8799 you’re an inspiration
What happened to your Harlot? You said it was your favorite a year ago. Glad you still have the Page. Which one replaced the Harlot, and why? Thank you!
Great question. The Harlot remains the single best overdrive I’ve ever tried. Sadly, it was only on loan from a kind subscriber….. hence I had to send it back. It was quite something!
Fan..............................................................tastic playing!
Well thank you TaffaFilms 👍
I hate to break it to you but if your friends can't tell you then...(?),
You and (it) sound great no matter which what
Thank you Jonny! Cheers mate 👍
Hello Paul,
I watched this & some of your other videos last night.
I don't own any pedals - yet - but was wondering, a bit like Desert Island Discs, if you were forced to pick just three pedals to keep from both boards, which ones would you choose?
Thanks again,
John
What a great question LankisherJohn….. OK, my 3 desert island pedals would be: Strymon Flint, Kingsley Page, and my Kafir Lime. A man could go far with these 3 and be extremely satisfied.
Tone for days!
Thanks Fraser 🍻
The sauce from 2:20 - 2:42 is unreal
@4:44 ...at least I know you're not OCD
Hi Paul, I can’t remember if you already talked about it, which strings are you using?
Hi goodkat 66. Generally I use 10s on Fenders and 11s on Gibsons. But special mention to the black LP Custom….. that’s wearing 12s and they’re Flatwound. And it’s down to E flat. Hope this helps. 👍
@@paulstaffordcook8799 Thanks so much! I thought they were lighter, surprisingly you manage to be so expressive, with bending and vibrato, even with higher gauges… well done!
That Custom is a thing of beauty my friend. You ever hook that board up through the Boss Katana?
PS: forgot to ask, what amp are you actually running through here?
Thanks Blackie 👍. Actually, I no longer have the Katana…. although I kinda regret selling it. The amp I’m running here is my trusty Cornell Romany 12.
@@paulstaffordcook8799 Ah, that's interesting, great sounding amp. Cheers
what amp are you using in this video?
Hi Hdrk. It’s my Cornell Romany 12. I’ve had it for a few years now and I just love it. Perfect for bedroom volume valve tones.
Paul, very beautiful sounds and inspiring playing, as always. How do you describe the Page vs Broadcast used as a boost? What do you like more on the Page?… I own a Broadcast but the Page is really tempting… I also play a Cornell amp but it is a Plexi 7 :-)
Hi Sergio. Yes, I’d say the Page’s specialty is to bring valve “warmth” to your signal. And the nature of the Overdrive is full frequency (as opposed to cutting bass etc). It’s best described as….. well, “gorgeous”. And very “low gain”. The Broadcast however has a stronger personality….. it specialises in bringing the slightly “lo-fi” tones from recording consoles from the 60’s. It’s also lovely and warm but it definitely has an almost fuzzy hint to the tone. I applaud it for that. And I love that it’s not “transparent” (like a Greer Amps Lightspeed”). Hope this helps 👍
@@paulstaffordcook8799 thanks Paul for taking the time to produce such a detailed response. Your “gorgeous” classification will make things hard for me to let the Page pass by :-).
@@SergioAureo Well whatever you do, DON’T watch Simon Jarrett’s videos demo’ing it…. Or you’ll be reaching for credit cards left right and centre. That man could make a lemon sound incredible.
@@paulstaffordcook8799 problem is: I already watched them 😝
Do you have a reason for keeping your power supply on top using up pedal space ?
Hi StephenandVyn. Yes, my Zuma allows for 8 pedals, no more. And so I’m at full capacity. Since I can’t power any more pedals I may as well use the available space on the board to display the Zuma. This also allows me better access to the cables that run to and from the brick, which makes trouble shooting or changing pedal connections a little easier. I also like the look of the Zuma, it’s quite attractive. I guess I could power more than 8 pedals by using daisy chains etc…. but no, less is more. Eight pedals is more than enough 😊
@@paulstaffordcook8799 That makes perfect sense, thanks. Also the pedaltrain looks similar to mine so maybe you would have to modify it to raise it high enough to give clearance for the power supply underneath like I had to do for my 1 spot.
As a friend . Bro, that T-shirt ?
Ah shit, really? I’ve been scared to wear it because I originally felt it looked a bit “suspect”. Then my wife said I looked good in it. And so I’m wearing it again tonight, on a video I intend to release letter this evening. And now you’ve confirmed my fears….
Sweet! What pickups are loaded in your Telecaster?
Thanks Warmachine 20. My Tele has a Seymour Duncan Quarter Pound in the bridge and a Bare Knuckle Stormy Monday in the neck. I love that guitar and don’t want to ever change it. Delighted you like it 😊
Auld yin, I've realised I've been neglecting you with the gags lately so here's a ahem catch up 1. A young fella is out on the pull and he chats up a punk rocker girl, at closing time he says "want to come back to my place for some fun ?", she says "oh yes", so they're getting down to it when she says "I hope your using protection ", he says "Don't you worry about that ", she stops him again and says "gonnae put on some music", he says "oh for Christ's sake, ok", so he's fumbling around in the dark and puts on the first CD he finds, she says "is that Johnny Rotten you put on ?", he says "no, I've only used it once before ". 2. A old fella is walking through the park when he sees a huge rottweiler coming towards him, he starts panicking but it starts humping his leg, he says "get off me you big ugly bastard ", the dog starts growing and snarling, he says "ok then, be as quick as you can ". 3. Fella gets home from work and his missus asks " did you enjoy your sandwiches today Darling ?", he says "actually no, what was that filling ?", she says "crab paste", he says "where did you get it from ?", she says "The CHEMIST". Take care kid.
“Is that Johnny Rotten?” 🤣. That’s a cracker John 🍻
pedals shmedals. You have "it"
Well thank you The Doc, I appreciate that 👍
seriously! your simple recording signal path kills just about anything i’ve heard on the TH-cam. and i watch a lot of guitar vids.
Thanks man, I’m delighted you like the simplicity and the tones. Cheers 🍻
Why the heck don’t you do concerts man, you should!!
Thank you Henk! Waiting for Joe B to call me up for his next Keeping the Blues Alive tour 🤣👍
If I could have 3 pedals that I don't have , I want the Strymon Big Sky , The Keeley Darkside , and the Paul Landers Fly Rig .