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  1. Announcements

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    1. Announcements To The Membership

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      Latest: Vendor Supporting Members - Posting as a Business on TGP thiscalltoarms, Oct 23, 2018 at 9:47 AM

    2. Interactive Administrator Threads

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      Latest: Important Announcement: TGP and ads rednoise, Oct 11, 2018

  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: Cannot Access TGP between 0800-0930 UK time? Blackmoreguitar, Oct 23, 2018 at 1:04 PM

    2. The Sound Hound Lounge

      General discussion about anything related to music.
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      Latest: Political ads on TGP Noise Under The Floor, Oct 23, 2018 at 11:03 PM

    3. The Pub

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      Latest: Does Car Heater Eat Gas? Whiskeyrebel, Oct 23, 2018 at 11:06 PM

    4. Recording/Live Sound

      This area is about recording and Live Sound.
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      Latest: DAW That Allows Audio Recording With No Set Tempo/Quantization? jmoose, Oct 23, 2018 at 10:28 PM

    5. Introductions

      Introduce yourself to the rest of us!
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      Latest: Hello from Colorado archtopjazz, Oct 23, 2018 at 10:42 PM

    6. Member Video and Sound Clips

      A place to post links to your clips.
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      Latest: Amateurish but joyful attempt at some country picking JParry335, Oct 23, 2018 at 10:49 PM

    7. Gig Alert

      Post future gigs so that we know where to go.
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      Latest: Tacoma, WA. Oct 25 Gordon’s Crowbar JeffK, Oct 23, 2018 at 1:08 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: Soundscapes EP Doctor Who, Oct 23, 2018 at 2:26 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: PSA: Don't order anything from soundstage direct! walterw, Oct 23, 2018 at 9:43 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: Stainless Steel Refret on a PRS? Thoughts? Suggestions? aleclee, Oct 23, 2018 at 11:04 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: It's always 1966 somewhere! Kurzman, Oct 23, 2018 at 9:54 PM

    3. The Small Company Luthiers

      For discussion of the smaller builders.
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      Latest: Luthiers: what's on your workbench? Scott Naylor, Oct 23, 2018 at 10:59 PM

    4. Bass Area; The Bottom Line

      A topic area dedicated to basses and the gear bassists use.
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      Latest: Time to post your current bass rig NoiseNinja, Oct 23, 2018 at 5:17 PM

    5. Acoustic Instruments

      Acoustic guitars and other acoustic instruments
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      Latest: Great Martin vs Taylor video. WBellman, Oct 23, 2018 at 10:13 PM

    6. Luthier's Guitar & Bass Technical Discussion

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      Latest: Archtop electronics question regarding Kent Armstrong pickups and thumbwheel pots kimock, Oct 23, 2018 at 9:52 PM

    7. Playing and Technique

      How to get the most out of your fingers
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      Latest: Does learning piano make a better guitar player? Steve Hotra, Oct 23, 2018 at 10:56 PM

    8. Keyboards

      For discussion of all pianos, synths, organs, etc.
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      Latest: Thinking of buying a Nord electro 6D this week...talk me in/out of it mojotele65, Oct 23, 2018 at 5:02 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: Dumb question: when and why did amp manufacturers start putting power tubes in a "cage?" panther_king, Oct 23, 2018 at 11:04 PM

    2. Effects, Pedals, Strings & Things

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      Latest: JHS Bonsai gutshots Matt L, Oct 23, 2018 at 11:06 PM

    3. The Rack Space

      Topic area for discussion of rack effects and the different rack setups of musicians
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      Latest: Eventide H8000 / Eclipse and XLR to 1/4" hydroquebec, Oct 23, 2018 at 10:05 PM

    4. Digital & Modeling Gear

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      Latest: Helix editor question - how do delays/fx respond in real time? Roccorobb, Oct 23, 2018 at 11:06 PM

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

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      Latest: When your tub amp ain't a tube amp PushedGlass, Oct 23, 2018 at 10:54 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: Cardinal Instruments - Part IV Sam Evans, Oct 23, 2018 at 10:04 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 Cornholio, Oct 23, 2018 at 1:07 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

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      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: 2019 Gibson Flying V GoGoRilla, Oct 22, 2018 at 10:46 AM

  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: Vertex Ultraphonix GAT, Oct 23, 2018 at 6:20 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: Ultra Rare Allyn Meyers Tw Express Clone. Masterglazier, Oct 23, 2018 at 10:49 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

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      1. Commercial Guitar Emporium

      Latest: Gibson Custom Shop SG Standard Bohemian - 2018 Limited Run GuffMorgan, Oct 23, 2018 at 10:51 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: EV Hindenburg wah pedal perfect clone of a Clyde. Masterglazier, Oct 23, 2018 at 11:00 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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      Digital & Modeling Emporium

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      Latest: Atomic Amplifire AA3 madmarcus1960, Oct 23, 2018 at 1:11 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

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      1. Commercial Bass Emporium

      Latest: Darkglass Vintage Deluxe Overdrive/Preamp $199 blad51, Oct 23, 2018 at 12:17 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

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      1. Commercial Parts and Accessories Emporium

      Latest: Holeyboard pedalboard New in the box. Masterglazier, Oct 23, 2018 at 10:52 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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      Recording, Pro Audio & Rack Gear Emporium

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      Latest: misc. for sm57 mooncobra, Oct 23, 2018 at 6:12 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

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      Latest: Martin Style 0 Soprano Ukulele, $500 shipped, 50s 94prs22, Oct 21, 2018 at 1:14 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: Music DVDs Caretaker, Oct 22, 2018 at 8:40 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: Wampler Triple Wreck Rectifier Distortion V2 Altgtr33, Oct 16, 2018