This is a good point. Extended range guitars are used in many genres of music, not just metal. The problem is that most musicians don’t use them, so most guitarists are not interested or don’t know how to use them. That leads people to stay away from them. I’ve never played an extended range myself, but I agree fully and would love to own one some time. I like your approach to playing it! I would probably do it the same way - playing like a normal guitar and then add the “extra” extended range bass strings. I don’t think it’s as hard as it might seem if someone is truly interested in figuring it out!
that guitar is fancy AF! also, you can move you shapes down a string and play the same songs 3 steps down. also also, you can use a capo and change standard tunings really easily.
To getter a better idea of how versatile a 7-string is, guitarists should listen to Joao Gilberto (bossa nova), Howard Alden (jazz), Bucky Pizzelli (jazz) and especially George Van Eps.
7 strings are a lot of fun , I wish fender made a 7 string strat or tele I think that may be the biggest thing is that guitarist are stuck in the traditional aesthetic are vintage instrument designs It's really only an adjustment if you play the basic rock E or A root note thing ,,, if you can get away from that mode of muscle memory the extra string is really easy to get used to
You have nothing to lose going with a 7 you can do anything you can on a 6 and more so it's a no brainer now after writing on a 7 going back to 6 can be painful handicap because changing the octave to still play doesn't always work
I already did. This is part 2 Dream New Guitar day part 2. PRS Private Stock Singlecut Tremolo 7 string ruclips.net/video/2PEv2_RlzH4/видео.html and Part 1 unboxing is there also
It’s a valid fear. all I’ll say is you will be surprised how quickly you get used it. I’m only 173 cm and don’t have particularly large hands if that helps
IMHO you are a loser when you need one string more, the early jazz guitarists needed that extra string because they had problems with chords by using six strings! But for now its...... six strings rules! Thanx for posting. 🙏
@@ministryofguitar There is a man on RUclips called Chef John. He runs the channel “Food Wishes”. I like him because he not only shows the most delicious sauces sometimes, but he shows us what’s in it. And as always on Food Wishes Chef John shows us how to make it. It is at this point that I will politely ask if you might consider sharing with us the recipe for that tone sauce you were painting on us? I have been curious about the Night Sky for some years now. But honestly I just play plugged straight in these days. What I experiment with is switching amps and speakers. I have made great progress in the last few months. For example I recently paired a Celestion Creamback with a Black Heart Killer Ant. It is a ridiculous idea. The cab and speaker cost me 3 X what the Ant cost. Cost often doesn’t determine much in music. In this case switching to the current cab speaker is giving me that “brown” sound. The amp sag cranked tone that makes it hard to believe that the Ant is 1/2 watt. It was such a simple change. But the amp came alive and just screams now. Where before I had the Cream Back paired with a JMP 1 because it was in the same class. In that pairing the Cream back was brittle and sterile. The And is as loud as my Valve Junior now. Unreal change with just a simple speaker change. So that is my sauce that I am sharing with you. What kind of knob twist you got on that little Strymon?
That guitar is so fancy 😮
Haha I went a touch crazy
This is a good point. Extended range guitars are used in many genres of music, not just metal. The problem is that most musicians don’t use them, so most guitarists are not interested or don’t know how to use them. That leads people to stay away from them.
I’ve never played an extended range myself, but I agree fully and would love to own one some time. I like your approach to playing it! I would probably do it the same way - playing like a normal guitar and then add the “extra” extended range bass strings. I don’t think it’s as hard as it might seem if someone is truly interested in figuring it out!
Yeah it really transformed my playing (albeit a baritone which is where I got my start). I really recommend it to all guitar players
that guitar is fancy AF! also, you can move you shapes down a string and play the same songs 3 steps down. also also, you can use a capo and change standard tunings really easily.
Well, you have certainly convinced me of not a single thing, thanks anywho....
To getter a better idea of how versatile a 7-string is, guitarists should listen to Joao Gilberto (bossa nova), Howard Alden (jazz), Bucky Pizzelli (jazz) and especially George Van Eps.
That's a good idea!
7 strings are a lot of fun , I wish fender made a 7 string strat or tele
I think that may be the biggest thing is that guitarist are stuck in the traditional aesthetic are vintage instrument designs
It's really only an adjustment if you play the basic rock E or A root note thing ,,, if you can get away from that mode of muscle memory the extra string is really easy to get used to
Squire Stagemaster is the only 7 string Fender I'm aware of.
I had one 15 years ago, it was decent.
You have nothing to lose going with a 7 you can do anything you can on a 6 and more so it's a no brainer now after writing on a 7 going back to 6 can be painful handicap because changing the octave to still play doesn't always work
Not too difficult, I just found myself always depending on the lower strings and it sets you into a place of always wanting to chug the bass strings.
I kid you not, my wife just sent me a screenshot of you holding up that guitar and saying "Shouldn't we have a guitar that color?"😆
Perhaps you should :)
90% talking
10% playing
Thanks for sharing your thoughts Utkarsh! Would you be making a similar video for 8 string guitars as well? Looking forward.
Thanks. Haha I’d love to get people to 7 first. Once 7 is sorted, 8 is easy. Much less of a learning curve from 6-7
i love myt seven string. that extra b is not as hard as you would think. i play jazz on mine i dont know if ill ever go back to 6 strings
Hi, could you make a video about this guitar you hold in your hands? I'd like to know the specs and how it sounds, etc.
I already did. This is part 2 Dream New Guitar day part 2. PRS Private Stock Singlecut Tremolo 7 string
ruclips.net/video/2PEv2_RlzH4/видео.html and Part 1 unboxing is there also
@@ministryofguitar oh thanks. I was searching in the video history but I couldn't find it hence my question.
Beautiful guitar. Bare Knuckle Pickups?
Thanks. Yup Aftermath Neck, Juggernaut Bridge
@@ministryofguitar Very cool! I have the covered Nailbomb set in my ESP Eclipse. Great pickup maker!
The shirt is maximising triggered comment, I am sure. :D
Ive never tried one but im scared that the neck will feel too wide and it would be hard to play.
It’s a valid fear. all I’ll say is you will be surprised how quickly you get used it. I’m only 173 cm and don’t have particularly large hands if that helps
Nice guitar. Do you happen to know Seasick Steve? He is quite a guy 😅 I like his style and music. He has performed live with JPJ a.o. 😎
Haven’t heard of him but will check him out
IMHO you are a loser when you need one string more, the early jazz guitarists needed that extra string because they had problems with chords by using six strings! But for now its...... six strings rules! Thanx for posting. 🙏
That Strymon Night Sky sounds good with that.
Yup I love that pedal. There is an EHX oceans 12 before it though
@@ministryofguitar There is a man on RUclips called Chef John. He runs the channel “Food Wishes”. I like him because he not only shows the most delicious sauces sometimes, but he shows us what’s in it. And as always on Food Wishes Chef John shows us how to make it. It is at this point that I will politely ask if you might consider sharing with us the recipe for that tone sauce you were painting on us? I have been curious about the Night Sky for some years now. But honestly I just play plugged straight in these days. What I experiment with is switching amps and speakers. I have made great progress in the last few months. For example I recently paired a Celestion Creamback with a Black Heart Killer Ant. It is a ridiculous idea. The cab and speaker cost me 3 X what the Ant cost. Cost often doesn’t determine much in music. In this case switching to the current cab speaker is giving me that “brown” sound. The amp sag cranked tone that makes it hard to believe that the Ant is 1/2 watt. It was such a simple change. But the amp came alive and just screams now. Where before I had the Cream Back paired with a JMP 1 because it was in the same class. In that pairing the Cream back was brittle and sterile. The And is as loud as my Valve Junior now. Unreal change with just a simple speaker change. So that is my sauce that I am sharing with you. What kind of knob twist you got on that little Strymon?
Guitar is pretty, but so harsh it sounds like a barking dog. Can you imagine? A guitar that barks when you pet it. I mean, play it....
yeah that's nice but I don't feel like it bro. 6 is good enough for me dawg