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: Monday, August 20, 2018 - Forum Issues jibreel, Aug 22, 2018

    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: Important Announcement: TGP and ads JTH20, Sep 17, 2018 at 8:38 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: Google Photos? dcbc, Sep 21, 2018 at 11:42 PM

    2. The Sound Hound Lounge

      General discussion about anything related to music.
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      Latest: If you are at a bar.............. slybird, Sep 22, 2018 at 5:09 PM

    3. The Pub

      NO posts about politics or religion allowed!
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      Latest: NCAAFB 2018 Season Fred132, Sep 22, 2018 at 5:09 PM

    4. Recording/Live Sound

      This area is about recording and Live Sound.
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      Latest: Active Direc box......? mcv, Sep 22, 2018 at 5:03 PM

    5. Introductions

      Introduce yourself to the rest of us!
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      Latest: How do I upload a picture please?? bsteff666, Sep 22, 2018 at 1:19 PM

    6. Member Video and Sound Clips

      A place to post links to your clips.
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      Latest: Playing over the "Strange Brew" by Cream uab9253, Sep 22, 2018 at 3:44 PM

    7. Gig Alert

      Post future gigs so that we know where to go.
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      Latest: Houston, TX: Friday Sept 21 sonhenry, Sep 21, 2018 at 8:16 AM

    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: 3 Track Alt Rock EP... Thoughts? drod2045, Sep 22, 2018 at 7:53 AM

    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: McIntosh MC75 (pair) vs MC275 VI willie k, Sep 22, 2018 at 4:51 PM

  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: STRAT GUYS - Tell me about your favorite pickup position and why.. Tune-O-Matic, Sep 22, 2018 at 5:09 PM

    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: Tuners for a vintage Melody Maker/ Olympic jcs, Sep 22, 2018 at 3:41 PM

    3. The Small Company Luthiers

      For discussion of the smaller builders.
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      Latest: Collings 290 - what do you think? The bear, Sep 22, 2018 at 4:24 PM

    4. Bass Area; The Bottom Line

      A topic area dedicated to basses and the gear bassists use.
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      Latest: Any reason to hold onto Traynor SB500H? cantstoplt021, Sep 22, 2018 at 12:31 PM

    5. Acoustic Instruments

      Acoustic guitars and other acoustic instruments
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      Latest: Trance Audio Amulet: Looking for replacement for the 5pin cable that connects guitar to the preamp. DylanGuitar, Sep 22, 2018 at 4:33 PM

    6. Luthier's Guitar & Bass Technical Discussion

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      Latest: New Output Jack causes feedback Tone Meister, Sep 22, 2018 at 2:28 PM

    7. Playing and Technique

      How to get the most out of your fingers
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      Latest: Hand Care GovernorSilver, Sep 22, 2018 at 5:03 PM

    8. Keyboards

      For discussion of all pianos, synths, organs, etc.
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      Latest: Keyboard Amp vs. Powered Monitor RustyAxe, Sep 22, 2018 at 1:43 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: What gives an amp "Marshall flavor?" joeshmoe69, Sep 22, 2018 at 5:09 PM

    2. Effects, Pedals, Strings & Things

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      Latest: New Meris Pedal ENZO (multi-voice synthesizer) olejason, Sep 22, 2018 at 5:09 PM

    3. The Rack Space

      Topic area for discussion of rack effects and the different rack setups of musicians
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      Latest: Splitting a stereo signal jaykay73, Sep 22, 2018 at 5:06 PM

    4. Digital & Modeling Gear

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      Latest: Native clip alt tuned to B standard syltox2, Sep 22, 2018 at 4:57 PM

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

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      Latest: Forked rivet removal... gaaaaaah!!!! Jeff Gehring, Sep 22, 2018 at 4:55 PM

    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: Humbucker Music - What's New at the Shop! HumbuckerMusic, Sep 22, 2018 at 10:35 AM

    7. Stolen or Lost Gear Registry

      If your gear was stolen or lost, post identifying info here.
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      Latest: Cemetery worker charged with stealing $2,000 guitar from casket bertramladner, Sep 18, 2018 at 12:23 AM

  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: Zander Circuitry SiClone fuzz firebird1, Sep 21, 2018 at 1:23 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

      Sub-Forums

      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: Cavalier Pickups Lioness and Nashville Lion Blix, Sep 22, 2018 at 2:24 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: Fryette/VHT Deliverance 60 w/loop wyldefan, Sep 22, 2018 at 4:52 PM

    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: Epiphone Inspired by "1955" Les Paul Custom skydog, Sep 22, 2018 at 4:58 PM

    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: Wampler - Faux Spring Reverb littmuze, Sep 22, 2018 at 5:09 PM

    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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      Latest: Scholz Rockman Midipedal ibanez270, Sep 22, 2018 at 1:50 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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      Latest: Fender American P-Bass or J-Bass BMX, Sep 20, 2018 at 12:55 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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      Latest: Throbak Custom SLE-101 MXV calloyaddy, Sep 22, 2018 at 2:07 PM

    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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      Latest: Rode NT5 Matched Pair Taller, Sep 22, 2018 at 12:36 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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      Latest: Sherlock Holmes Stradivarius Violin Copy diego, Sep 17, 2018 at 11:14 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: $330 Apple Watch Series 3 - LTE guspc, Sep 21, 2018 at 2:57 AM

  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: 2017 Gibson LP Gold Top frankencat, Sep 19, 2018 at 9:52 PM