Fatso Forgottso
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I avoid this by playing classical guitar. It's a great escape from electric - I don't have to worry about amps, cables, pedals and whatever other electronics.
i am constantly inspired by the gadgets on my board.
It's NOT that having 'the stuff/gear' makes you better player. It doesn't. What it DOES do is-- either provide you inspiration that you feel and play in the moment, or it doesn't. When you LOVE the sound your gear gives you, and are free - not- hindered by it, your playing is free too, and when you're happy with your sound and your playing, you're likely to play more, and strive continually higher than where you are in the moment--and THAT is what will make you a better player.I definitely have been trying to use my stuff lately as more of a tool than a crutch. It's killing me that I can't play as well as I know I should know how to play when I want to play with the things that are suppose to make me play better when I play.......
Honestly I haven't had the desire to change a thing in the past 4 months. I've found that my good base is covered (OD's and things). And now it's just tweaking the delays, which is endless, but keeping a certain pedalboard forces you to use the space you have to the best of its ability. Another thing that really helps is getting attached to the pedals you have. I can't imagine selling 7 of the 8 I have. But when it comes down to it, if I can't play... then I'm not going to get better. So it comes down to me putting my mind to it! And just playing! Whether it sounds good or not![]()