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I'm the BS-artist's dream. I'm self-taught, and my technical understanding of musical theory is limited. However in many cases if I hear it and my A.D.D. isn't in overdrive I can figure it out. I relate more to classic artists like Angus Young, Keith Richards & Tony Iommi, but have figured out some of the tricks of the trade used by more modern players as well. I know anything you'd ever want to know about Gibson SG's & Flying V's, and am one of the few cats you'll find here in South Carolina who doesn't worship all things "Skynyrd". Always willing to go out of my way to help budding young players, and most of my students have been disenfranchised youth and females...being kind of the aging punk-rock/hard-rock guru I've taken many folks under my wing who might not have otherwise had the confidence. It's a pleasure to see someone succeed with things I've passed on to them. So try me, I might be able to help! I'm NOT one who knows a ton about vintage guitar values, dating or specs unless it's a Gibson SG, so if you have questions regarding other models of guitars you might want to ask someone else.

Experience in the area

I've played bass, guitar, drums, lap steel & tinkered with several other instruments for over a decade. I've unfortunately not found my 'way' yet and remain a semi-pro, but have had enough experience to write a book.

Education/Credentials

School of Rock, baby!

Past/Present Clients

I currently provide rock guitar lessons to students ranging from 7 years of age to 24 years, and am the de facto gear tech for my band and some other musicians when they let their equipment go. Want a no-nonsense, everyman's answer to help you along? I'll do my best!

What do you like about this subject?

It's my passion..DUH.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

I'd like to be able to quit my day job and play music full time & still support my family. You can help by checking out www.myspace.com/heathlanesolo & www.myspace.com/vilifiedtheband !

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:

Well...you guys are the ones asking questions so you tell me what you don't know. ;)

Something controversial or provocative about this subject

Not every SG is created equal.

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Recent Answers from H-Bomb

2009-10-20 70's gibson sg:

If I got a look at it I could help you narrow it down to within a couple years, if it's in fact the real deal. Sounds like a '73-'75 Special (they had the small blocks instead of dots---not the big blocks

2009-10-15 basic steps for composing black metal:

My first question is, are you LIMITING yourself to a genre? If so, I would strongly suggest not doing it. Having a "preferred" genre or style is one thing, being a slave to one form of music is a mistake

2009-10-08 value:

Patti, Since neither of the guitars you mentioned are in my line of expertise, I really don't have a clue without a little research. I would recommend first a stop over at eBay.com, because sometimes

2009-10-07 volume problem:

You very well could have a faulty or damaged volume pot on the bridge pickup. I usually only back off a hair when I use my volume control as a dynamic tool, so for me as long as it's all-on or all-off

2009-10-03 Off-set saddles and bridge cover:

Strats aren't my forte so I can't really be of too much help in that department other than I would recommend that you visit the Fender.com forums and post your question there (along with some photos for

 

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