Ask Larry something, in the VCB box below, with very little chance of a reply….just kiddin’ class!
983 thoughts on “Ask Uncle Larry – VCB”
Hey Tom,
You heard ‘Prefab Sprout’ before? Seriously incredible songwriting from the 80s. ‘Bonny’ is a killer track. Well worth a spin if you find yourself wanting something “new”.
Hi Tom, I know it’s not the place to talk about that but i don’t find the way to contact you. I live in Spain and I’m planning to go to Nashville. I chose Nashville because of you, and I d really like to see you playing. I m a homeskooler from day one and you helped to go through Covid and to be a better guitarist. So the question is: will you be a Nashville at the end of February and beginning of march? Do you have any gig for these dates, even if it’s not in Nashville? It’s the first time I go to the states and I think the only time I will in my life. So I’d really like to see you at least one time live. Thank you. Even a short answer would be great .
Hey Tom, the octave neck on the EMS-1235 looks like it has an almost concave radius. If that’s the case, did they not bother to radius the little ones back in the day, or is that just age/tension/etc…? Both the regular and octave necks have such a lively/balanced sound. What scenarios would you choose to record with the EMS over something like a 335?
Thanks,
Cam
Hi uncle Larry.. i hope you are well
quick question ;would you pick a guitar for it’s sound or for it’s playability, you can’t have both and you can’t adjust anything. you have to pick one. which would it be.
cheers bud
Hi uncle Larry.. i hope you are well
quick question ;would you pick a guitar for it’s sound or for it’s playability, you can’t have both and you can’t adjust anything. you have to pick one. which would it be.
cheers bud
Hey, Larry! I’m a little late to the homeskoolin phenomenon. I jumped outta the day job rat race a year ago and went full time with my studio and playing and have more time to discover things on the interwebs. I’m a Columbus, OH boy and recently watched a video where you talk about the guys in Fayrewether. I spent many a geeky, dateless night in the early to mid nineties at the Alrosa Villa seeing them play. World class, incredible shows and musicianship. I hadn’t thought about that for a long time. So, thanks for the wonderful memories. And thanks for sharing all your guitar geekery and studio wisdom!
Dear Uncle Larry
love the channel (since years) thank you! I always wondered what would be uncle larry’s take on a legendary childhood-dream-guitar, the Ace Frehley Budokhan 3 DiMarzio Les Paul? Also i’m thinkting of buying a “The SG” from a friend, was also wondering, have you ever get your hands on a 1979 “SG Exclusive” looks so cool … sorry, lots of questions 🙂 keep up the good work, still thinking once a week about your factory black les paul deluxe from the premiere guitar video, cheers from Berlin Germany
Hi Uncle Larry, New Dad here.
I am wondering since you are a dad as well that makes a living with music how did you balanced it out at first? I am only three months in and I am struggling a bit. I am a guitar player and a drummer. I teach lessons, do instrument repair and building, and also play live, and sometimes even on an album or two! I find I do not get any time to enjoy music for myself or even practise like I once could. I feel a little dead inside. Yes I absolutely love my Son but I find myself getting in a depressive state from lack of touching an instrument. How did you manage that when you were a fist time dad? Thank you so much for all the videos that you put up, I have learned a lot from it. Keep on rocking friend.
Hey Tom, I stumbled upon your YouTube channel during the initial wave of COVID while I, like everyone else was stuck at home. I remember you had your email available at that time on your blog and I was going to send you an email but kept deciding against it thinking it would just be a waste of your time and why it would even matter etc etc. I watched everything you put out until I got busy when stuff started opening up properly in 2021/2022. I just wanted to say what i was hoping to say back then but with much more relevance today than it had back then. What your videos have done for me not just on a musical level, but on a personal level, i cannot describe. Watching you play, soaking in the info and just generally enjoying some good music and stories, It has helped me through some very difficult times personally. Whenever I’m going through it, watching you and your videos really helps me. Infact i recently started watching your videos voraciously after a gap because i haven’t been the best and once again, its helped me cope with things immensely. You are an amazing person for doing what you do. And i am a better player and person today because of it. If you ever find yourself visiting India cos i know you love the food (from one of your videos) It would be an honour and pleasure to maybe help you travel around here to get the best possible experience. I owe you a lot. Believe me. When i have nothing to look forward to and feel completely done, one or two sessions of watching homeskoolin videos makes me feel alright for a while. Thank you so much for everything. And goes without saying, you’re a damn fine guitar player and musician and are an inspiration to many many people. Also thought id just add this in – I too have ALWAYS used EQs on my board from pretty much the early days of my guitar playing journey. an EQ pedal has NEVER left my board ever since those early days and sometimes i use multiple. Until i saw your videos i never saw anyone use more than one. Guess i wasn’t alone haha.
Hey Tom,
You heard ‘Prefab Sprout’ before? Seriously incredible songwriting from the 80s. ‘Bonny’ is a killer track. Well worth a spin if you find yourself wanting something “new”.
Thanks for all you do,
And go Texans 😉
Hi Tom, I know it’s not the place to talk about that but i don’t find the way to contact you. I live in Spain and I’m planning to go to Nashville. I chose Nashville because of you, and I d really like to see you playing. I m a homeskooler from day one and you helped to go through Covid and to be a better guitarist. So the question is: will you be a Nashville at the end of February and beginning of march? Do you have any gig for these dates, even if it’s not in Nashville? It’s the first time I go to the states and I think the only time I will in my life. So I’d really like to see you at least one time live. Thank you. Even a short answer would be great .
Hey Tom, the octave neck on the EMS-1235 looks like it has an almost concave radius. If that’s the case, did they not bother to radius the little ones back in the day, or is that just age/tension/etc…? Both the regular and octave necks have such a lively/balanced sound. What scenarios would you choose to record with the EMS over something like a 335?
Thanks,
Cam
Hi Tom,
My name is Corban Calhoun.
I am in the Nashville area.
Do you give private lessons?
Have a great day and happy new year.
Best,
Corban
Hi uncle Larry.. i hope you are well
quick question ;would you pick a guitar for it’s sound or for it’s playability, you can’t have both and you can’t adjust anything. you have to pick one. which would it be.
cheers bud
Hi uncle Larry.. i hope you are well
quick question ;would you pick a guitar for it’s sound or for it’s playability, you can’t have both and you can’t adjust anything. you have to pick one. which would it be.
cheers bud
Hey, Larry! I’m a little late to the homeskoolin phenomenon. I jumped outta the day job rat race a year ago and went full time with my studio and playing and have more time to discover things on the interwebs. I’m a Columbus, OH boy and recently watched a video where you talk about the guys in Fayrewether. I spent many a geeky, dateless night in the early to mid nineties at the Alrosa Villa seeing them play. World class, incredible shows and musicianship. I hadn’t thought about that for a long time. So, thanks for the wonderful memories. And thanks for sharing all your guitar geekery and studio wisdom!
Dear Uncle Larry
love the channel (since years) thank you! I always wondered what would be uncle larry’s take on a legendary childhood-dream-guitar, the Ace Frehley Budokhan 3 DiMarzio Les Paul? Also i’m thinkting of buying a “The SG” from a friend, was also wondering, have you ever get your hands on a 1979 “SG Exclusive” looks so cool … sorry, lots of questions 🙂 keep up the good work, still thinking once a week about your factory black les paul deluxe from the premiere guitar video, cheers from Berlin Germany
Hi Uncle Larry, New Dad here.
I am wondering since you are a dad as well that makes a living with music how did you balanced it out at first? I am only three months in and I am struggling a bit. I am a guitar player and a drummer. I teach lessons, do instrument repair and building, and also play live, and sometimes even on an album or two! I find I do not get any time to enjoy music for myself or even practise like I once could. I feel a little dead inside. Yes I absolutely love my Son but I find myself getting in a depressive state from lack of touching an instrument. How did you manage that when you were a fist time dad? Thank you so much for all the videos that you put up, I have learned a lot from it. Keep on rocking friend.
Your six string bandit buddy
_ Michael B
Hey Tom, I stumbled upon your YouTube channel during the initial wave of COVID while I, like everyone else was stuck at home. I remember you had your email available at that time on your blog and I was going to send you an email but kept deciding against it thinking it would just be a waste of your time and why it would even matter etc etc. I watched everything you put out until I got busy when stuff started opening up properly in 2021/2022. I just wanted to say what i was hoping to say back then but with much more relevance today than it had back then. What your videos have done for me not just on a musical level, but on a personal level, i cannot describe. Watching you play, soaking in the info and just generally enjoying some good music and stories, It has helped me through some very difficult times personally. Whenever I’m going through it, watching you and your videos really helps me. Infact i recently started watching your videos voraciously after a gap because i haven’t been the best and once again, its helped me cope with things immensely. You are an amazing person for doing what you do. And i am a better player and person today because of it. If you ever find yourself visiting India cos i know you love the food (from one of your videos) It would be an honour and pleasure to maybe help you travel around here to get the best possible experience. I owe you a lot. Believe me. When i have nothing to look forward to and feel completely done, one or two sessions of watching homeskoolin videos makes me feel alright for a while. Thank you so much for everything. And goes without saying, you’re a damn fine guitar player and musician and are an inspiration to many many people. Also thought id just add this in – I too have ALWAYS used EQs on my board from pretty much the early days of my guitar playing journey. an EQ pedal has NEVER left my board ever since those early days and sometimes i use multiple. Until i saw your videos i never saw anyone use more than one. Guess i wasn’t alone haha.