1. Announcements

    Please check here for announcements. This is where we communicate with the entire membership.

    1. Announcements To The Membership

      Please check here for announcements!
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      Latest: New Moderators Added Bluestar, Jan 13, 2019

    2. Interactive Administrator Threads

      This section contains threads started by the administrators. Members can participate in discussing the issues in these threads.
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      Latest: NAMM 2019 Coverage Requests jitterbug, Jan 19, 2019 at 5:02 PM

  2. The Gear Page Lounge

    A section for the "other stuff", like talking about recording, listening to soundclips, or just shooting the breeze. No political or religious topics!

    1. "How To" Tips for the new Software

      If you post a question, we'll try to answer and will then close the thread so that others can read how to resolve the problem. The ONLY questions allowed are about how to do things in this new XenForo software that TGP is using.
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      Latest: Lovepedal Fab50 big mike, Jan 17, 2019 at 2:38 PM

    2. The Sound Hound Lounge

      General discussion about anything related to music.
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      Latest: Alex Lifeson on Greta Van Fleet TonePilot, Jan 21, 2019 at 7:08 AM

    3. The Pub

      NO posts about politics or religion allowed!
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      Latest: Belts keep wearing prematurely at the buckle point Mr Boggie, Jan 21, 2019 at 7:07 AM

    4. Recording/Live Sound

      This area is about recording and Live Sound.
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      Latest: Computer Capacity for Recording? pipelineaudio, Jan 21, 2019 at 2:52 AM

    5. Introductions

      Introduce yourself to the rest of us!
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      Latest: put on a picture Dane Kurnhart, Jan 21, 2019 at 12:07 AM

    6. Member Video and Sound Clips

      A place to post links to your clips.
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      Latest: My son's Fathers Day gift to me...(Message In A Bottle) Mark Kane, Jan 21, 2019 at 6:03 AM

    7. Gig Alert

      Post future gigs so that we know where to go.
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      Latest: SunOfGoldfinger (torn,berne,smith-ECM release!) +premiere of Absînt (berne, torn, frisell, neeland) splatt, Jan 20, 2019 at 7:50 PM

    8. Artist Spotlight

      For promoting your music, band and gigs. With changes in the music industry, promoting as an indie artist has become even more important. This topic area is meant to help you promote and market your work.
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      Latest: Secret Sleep: Melodic fuzz rock akin to GBV, Dinosaur Jr. Jess 1971, Jan 19, 2019 at 8:26 PM

    9. Home Audio (Stereo Systems)

      A topic area to discuss home audio/stereo gear, recordings, headphones and anything else you use to listen to other peoples' music.
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      Latest: Pioneer sx 939 snap crackle and pop? CheckSix, Jan 21, 2019 at 12:38 AM

  3. Instruments

    Topic areas for the things we plug into all of that gear!

    1. Guitars in General

      For general conversations about guitars.
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      Latest: Anyone play an archtop as their main strummy acoustic? musekatcher, Jan 21, 2019 at 7:10 AM

    2. "Vintage" Instruments

      This area is dedicated to discussion by fans of "vintage" instruments. If you don't like older and or collectible instruments, please refrain from posting your disdain! Not just electric instruments, we allow discussion of older acoustic guitars, mandolins and other stringed instruments.
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      Latest: You have $15k - which vintage guitar do you buy? Exiled_On_Main_St, Jan 21, 2019 at 2:35 AM

    3. The Small Company Luthiers

      For discussion of the smaller builders.
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      Latest: Your favorite small luthier semi hollow you own? The Pup, Jan 20, 2019 at 11:48 PM

    4. Bass Area; The Bottom Line

      A topic area dedicated to basses and the gear bassists use.
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      Latest: Buying tips for my first bass JDandCoke, Jan 21, 2019 at 5:08 AM

    5. Acoustic Instruments

      Acoustic guitars and other acoustic instruments
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      Latest: Best value in (cheap) acoustic guitars? The Tone Ranger, Jan 21, 2019 at 6:46 AM

    6. Luthier's Guitar & Bass Technical Discussion

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      Latest: Brazilian Ebony Strat neck? AceBSpankin, Jan 21, 2019 at 6:39 AM

    7. Playing and Technique

      How to get the most out of your fingers
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      Latest: Chords Help JB She's A Woman JonR, Jan 21, 2019 at 6:20 AM

    8. Keyboards

      For discussion of all pianos, synths, organs, etc.
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      Latest: Keyboard amps mleffler, Jan 20, 2019 at 4:39 PM

  4. The Gear

    Topics related to amps, effects, and the things that instruments are played through.

    1. Amps and Cabs

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      Latest: Supro advice needed! vrdl87, Jan 21, 2019 at 7:01 AM

    2. Effects, Pedals, Strings & Things

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      Latest: So Wampler is teasing some sort of MIDI enabled pedal with 11 different modes Naigewron, Jan 21, 2019 at 7:11 AM

    3. The Rack Space

      Topic area for discussion of rack effects and the different rack setups of musicians
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      Latest: Lexicon MPX-G2 startup error uraniumwilly, Jan 20, 2019 at 11:07 PM

    4. Digital & Modeling Gear

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      Latest: Stereo cabinet experiment Ejay, Jan 21, 2019 at 7:12 AM

    5. Amps/Cabs Tech Corner: Amplifier, Cab & Speakers

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      Latest: Why I don't watch YouTube amp techs. UsableThought, Jan 21, 2019 at 12:51 AM

    6. Builder's & Retailer's Forum

      This area is to be used by builders and dealers to discuss their products without it being considered spam. A good place to put new gear news or shows.
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      Latest: Introducing the Rosser Tempest model! Rosser Guitars, Jan 20, 2019 at 10:41 PM

    7. Stolen or Lost Gear Registry

      If your gear was stolen or lost, post identifying info here.
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      Latest: Stolen: 1992 PRS Custom 24 Sunburst w/Trem Beam Tetrode, Jan 19, 2019 at 2:07 PM

  5. Member and Staff Gear Reviews

    Reviews by members are welcome.

    1. The Gear Reviews

      There are several sub-forums to write or read staff and member reviews of music gear. Click on the link below that says "Sub-Forums" to choose the reviews. We want our members to consider reviewing any gear that they know well.
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      The Gear Reviews

      Sub-Forums

      1. Reviews of Electric Guitars

      2. Reviews of Acoustic Guitars

      3. Reviews of amps and cabs

      4. Reviews of Pedals and Effects

      5. Reviews of Digital Modeling Gear

      7. Miscellaneous Reviews

      Latest: Thornton Guitars remocity, Jan 20, 2019 at 6:02 PM

  6. Gear Video & Soundclips Demo Areas

    The forums within this group are for placing either videos or soundclips to demonstrate gear.

    1. Gear Demos - Videos and Soundclips

      This houses several subforums with demos. Look below where it says "Subforums" and click on the arrow to select which demos you would like to check out or add to.
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      Gear Demos - Videos and Soundclips

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      1. Guitar Demo Videos and Soundclips

      2. Amps & Cabinets Demo Videos and Soundclips

      3. Pedals and Effects Demo Videos and Soundclips

      4. Digital & Modeling Gear Demo Videos and Soundclips

      5. Pickups, Speakers, etc. Demo Videos & Soundclips

      6. Gear Demo Videos & Sound Clips Archive

      Latest: Gibson 57RI Les Paul Junior, modded Gasp100, Jan 20, 2019 at 5:26 PM

  7. Buy and Sell

    PLEASE NOTE: ONLY SUPPORTING MEMBERS CAN START ADS IN THE EMPORIUMS. Ads are routinely deleted after 45 days to keep the emporiums from filling with sold items. Please read the Emporium Rules, which are a "sticky thread" on each Emporium area. TGP is not responsible for transactions between members. Transactions are at your own risk.

    1. Amps and Cabs Emporium

      The Gear Page takes no responsibility for transactions. Use appropriate judgment when buying or selling. Amps and cabs ads ONLY!
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      Amps and Cabs Emporium

      Sub-Forums

      1. Commercial Amps & Cabs Emporium

      Latest: UK only - Marshall Astoria Dual combo soma, Jan 21, 2019 at 2:51 AM

    2. Guitar Emporium

      The Gear Page takes no responsibility for transactions. Use appropriate judgment when buying or selling. Electric & Acoustic guitar ads ONLY!
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      Guitar Emporium

      Sub-Forums

      1. Commercial Guitar Emporium

      Latest: Thorn GT 129 nichd, Jan 21, 2019 at 7:03 AM

    3. Pedal Effects Gear Emporium

      The Gear Page takes no responsibility for transactions. Use appropriate judgment when buying or selling. Pedals and effects ads ONLY! Digital Modeling gear is in another Emporium area.
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      Pedal Effects Gear Emporium

      Sub-Forums

      1. Commercial Pedal & Effects Emporium

      Latest: MXR EVH Phase 90, MXR Micro Flanger, Wampler Pinnacle, XP Booster jimw427, Jan 21, 2019 at 7:12 AM

    4. Digital & Modeling Emporium

      The Gear Page takes no responsibility for transactions. Use appropriate judgment when buying or selling. Digital modeling ads ONLY!
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      Digital & Modeling Emporium

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      Latest: Line6 Power Cab Plus MikeyG, Jan 20, 2019 at 10:39 PM

    5. Bass Gear Emporium

      The Gear Page takes no responsibility for transactions. Use appropriate judgment when buying or selling. Bass-related gear ads ONLY!
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      Bass Gear Emporium

      Sub-Forums

      1. Commercial Bass Emporium

      Latest: 1958 Gibson EB-1 JMA, Jan 18, 2019 at 3:45 PM

    6. Music Gear Parts and Accessories Emporium

      The Gear Page takes no responsibility for transactions. Use appropriate judgment when buying or selling. This emporium is for ads for parts like speakers, tubes, bridges, necks, etc.
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      Music Gear Parts and Accessories Emporium

      Sub-Forums

      1. Commercial Parts and Accessories Emporium

      Latest: Fender Custom Shop 60's Stratocaster Neck Joe Strat, Jan 21, 2019 at 6:37 AM

    7. Recording, Pro Audio & Rack Gear Emporium

      The Gear Page takes no responsibility for transactions. Use appropriate judgment when buying or selling. Recording, pro audio & Rack Gear items ONLY!
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      Recording, Pro Audio & Rack Gear Emporium

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      Latest: SM57 for SM58 MagicNelson, Jan 20, 2019 at 7:17 PM

    8. Other Musical Instruments Emporium

      This area is ONLY for instruments that do not fit in our other emporium areas. Examples of instruments for this area include things like drums, keyboards, mandolins, horns, etc.
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      Other Musical Instruments Emporium

      Sub-Forums
      Latest: Mandolin Books DVD and strings Lot Brion, Jan 16, 2019 at 8:43 PM

    9. The Garage Sale Emporium

      This emporium can be used for non-music gear, including such items as computers, bicycles, concert tickets, used CDs or almost anything else that is legal to send across state or international borders. NO ads for weapons, drugs, or alcohol. We reserve the right to pull any ad that contains items that the owners of this site might feel are inappropriate.
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      Latest: Anthem Avm50 3D W/arc boyce89976, Jan 13, 2019

  8. The Emporium Archives

    The Emporium Archives were set up in December 2013 to allow members to research sold items and to allow a place to put ads of sold items so that members can look at what someone received or gave feedback for in the past.

    1. Our Emporium Archives

      Sold items are moved to the appropriate emporium archive as a record of the sale or trade. To view our emporium archives, just hover or click on the link that says "Subforums".
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      Our Emporium Archives

      Sub-Forums

      1. Amps & Cabs Emporium Archive

      2. Guitar Emporium Archive

      3. Pedal Effects Gear Emporium Archive

      4. Everything Else Archive

      Latest: Schroeder Original bridge / locking studs Zen_Guitar, Jan 15, 2019 at 6:36 PM