Carpe Demon

Taking it to the next level

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Howdy all. So I have played for a very long time but unfortunately I really haven't learned a lot about amplification and building a good rig that I could use both for recording and performing. As it is I have a Line 6...
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Metahead

Floyd Rose Special question (please read)

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For a little over a year, i have been fussing with a LFR that doesnt work quite right. it never stays in tune. finally i am thinking about replacing it, though i dont have the funds for a OFR, so im thinking Floyd Rose...
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espdood

Eclipse owners, what string gauge you use?

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I know the stock Eclipse's use 10-46 regular gauge strings. I was wondering if there wouldn't be a problem with the nut if I go for a lighter gauge? I know I have to adjust the neck tension, but I know the nut is cut for the...
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SIT Strings promo code question

SIT Strings promo code question

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Hey, guys. I should've asked this when I got my M 1000, but forgot. When I got it, there was this SIT string tag tied to it with a promo code to recieve a free gift. Like a week after I got the guitar, I went to the site it...
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ridner

Do We Have Any Edwards Experts Here?

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Looking for some info on an Edwards E-LP that I just bought. Do you know anything?...
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Looking for opinions: locking tuners and ball ends

Looking for opinions: locking tuners and ball ends

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Ever since the 80's I've always left the balls on the ends with my Floyd (or Edge) equipped guitars. I found it makes less winds necessary on the pegs, and lends itself to better stability when locking and unlocking the...
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Hello

Hello

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Hi, I used to be on the old board and finally got a nudge from James to join here.

I have a few ESP's inc the new MX he posted (VW with rosewood board and bone nut etc.)

Anyhoo, here are some of my...
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jake s.

ec-256 some thing special?

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Any one know the specs on this? And why is this model faded unlike others?...
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2018 George Lynch LTD Kamikaze 4!!!

2018 George Lynch LTD Kamikaze 4!!!

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So while it is still unannounced by ESP about this guitar, it has been unveiled by George himself on his Instagram feed. I am dying to get one of these ASAP, as I sure as hell can't afford the real deal ESP one without being...
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ESP JH1 COA

ESP JH1 COA

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Hey hoping you guys can help, I own an ESP JH1 but it didn’t come with a COA. 1) How can I get a new/replacement one 2) How can I check if it’s real...
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Why is an M-II NTB so much?

Why is an M-II NTB so much?

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So, my buddy is a lefty and he has his heart set on an M-II. I figured it'd be $1200-$1400 like the EC standard and Viper standard, however he got a quote from the shop near us that deals ESPs and it was seriously like $1900...
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Sutekh

Tuning up an LTD

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Hey there. I have an LTD Ax-260 (I really like the sound of it) and I want to fix a few small issues with it in order to make it feel less like an indonesian-made guitar :lol for one, my volume and tone knobs turn way too...
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espsy

ESP M1 NTB Tone??

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Hey anyone who owns one of these, can you give me an idea of the tone from it? Im usually used to and like the tone of mahogany ESPs but wanna get something different this time around. I used to have a black SRC signature,...
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peavey xxx owners, ohm switch question

peavey xxx owners, ohm switch question

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didn't see a thread for this and can't find an answer in the users manual.. so, the impedance switch, is that for TOTAL impedance of all cabs or for each of the outputs? meaning if i have two 16 ohm cabs, do i set the...
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René

ESP MX-Guitar

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Hi friends, since years I am on the search for an ESP MX model and finaly found one in Europe. The seller is saying that this guitar was originally in white, but was painted over from the preowner. 
He removed the color,...
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ESP MX-220 or MX-250

ESP MX-220 or MX-250

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Hi!   Can someone teel me if my ESP MX-??? is the MX250 or the MX220. I have, as you see in the pictures a 1998 ESP EXP that has a bit different shape, ecpecially the lower "wing" wich is a bit rounder than in the EXP. As I...
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daddydoomsday

Mesa Studio Pre and Simu 2:90

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Has anyone played through this set up? Is it a good setup for metal? Just wondering what you guys think. Thanks...
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What would you pay?

What would you pay?

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Ok, so I am building a KH-2 Mummy guitar. I know a guy who builds custom guitars and I talked to him about making a new fretboard with the eye of horus inlay. He said he had a guy who does amazing inlay work, so I sent him...
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EMGLOVER

Celestion Vintage 30's conversion?

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hey Guys i have a Peavey JSX cab which is a mono cab and im thinking of changeing the speakers to celestion V 30's. i play mostly Metal and hard rock ect. what are anybody's thoughts make the switch or not and...
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shathe

New stuff

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anyone else kinda jonesing for the 2012 metallic gold sunburst EC and ANYTHING in reindeer blue?...
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MetFan

Looking for some advice

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I'm thinking about getting my first ESP. I'm debating between the KH-602 or the LTD Truckster. I would love to get the ESP models, but the prices are a little to much for me right now. I'm also thinking that I should maybe...
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m1ke

body art transfers?

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Heya, I want to add some art to my guitar -- specifically put my band logo on the body of the guitar. Any suggestions on the best way to go about this without a paint job -- i was thinking perhaps getting it printed out on a...
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nigel211bmw

Delivery time

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Hi Guys.........how long did you guys who have bought a custom shop guitar have to wait from the day you ordered it to the day it arrived? Mine has taken very nearly 7 months, and apparantly its due in May...what sort of time...
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How Much Do Axxions Go For? (non LTD)

How Much Do Axxions Go For? (non LTD)

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Hey guys, I've got a line on an Axxion (Livewire model), but there's nothing on eBay or the classifieds that I could find to guage a price. How much do these usually go for in good condition?...
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sirsloop

NS-2 volume sounds swoops up and down

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i got a used ns-2 tonight and tried it out.. First off let me explain the settings and wiring. I pretty much tore everything apart trying to make this as simple as possible with short cables, ac power, one pedal. guitar...
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Michael A.

Decisions, decisions.....

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I am contemplating a NGD. Trying to decide between a Schecter Devil Custom or an ESP LTD H-500. Any thoughts? I know most of you will say H-500, this being an ESP forum and all. But, why? Schecter is really similar and...
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Eclipse Ft

Eclipse Ft

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Ok, I don't want to get anybody in trouble here. I want a full thickness eclipse, but I have no foreign contacts. Is there anybody here that can PM me a store where I can get one, or just point me in the right direction...
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Metahead

LFR problem

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yes i know, join the crowd. LFR problems. I have a problem with the floyd holding the strings. i put them in, clamp them down tightly in the saddles, and sometimes when bending, they will come loose. the string doesnt...
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