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So interesting! This conversation happened a few nights ago when I was changing a string on my girlfriend's guitar. I brought up the topic, mentioning I was going to buy a string mute for the classical and one for electric, for different reasons. My daughter and girlfriend simultaneously asked me why. I explained that, in my opinion, the timbre they (bridge mute) produce can be very unique, and when positioned properly, can inspire new articulations. Conversely related to this video post, they stated that they prefer reading and sleeping when they hear me practicing on the classical. The only thing they do not prefer is when I practice uptempo bebop with backing tracks. Oops, 😬 I was playing Countdown, Confirmation, and Donna Lee with looping backing tracks for over 4 hours last night. They emphasized the bebop jab by agreeing that it's easier to fall asleep to Deadmau5. I can't say that I disagree. I'll have to arrange some Deadmau5 for solo guitar and test it out one quiet evening, when not a creature is stirring, except for the mau5. Different worlds perhaps. Cheers
Excellent, useful tips. I more or less had to stop playing because I work full time and unfortunately became a full time caregiver, so my only available was at night just before bed. I bought a Hush-I and Hush-X but though very good, they just don't feel the same as my favorite acoustics. But now, sponge and sock (and practicing quietly) to the rescue! Thank you! (I love the practical lessons and reserved enthusiasm. Maybe some day I'll have time for lessons.)
Strong agree on getting a silent/travel guitar for quiet practice if budget allows. I bought one of the Yamaha ones when I lived in a dorm and it was fantastic as I don't like people hearing me practice, and I'm sure it would annoy them to hear me as well considering how thin the walls were.
He says you dont wanna stick like a comforter in there. 😂 great video as always and thanks for the advice, I'll stick with smaller towel or maybe the sponge idea you mentioned.
So that's why my friend kept a sock under his bed where he practices. Kidding aside, as someone who's very active in the late hours, I experimented a lot with muting, and the best way I found was using the same flannel I keep around for wiping the strings after playing. I roll it and put it under the strings near the bridge when it doesn't interfere with my picking hand, wrap around the strings and then tuck it under the strings again, so they don't vibrate in any direction, so I can barely hear the pitch but I get a very muted, articulate sound. I can practice with my partner sleeping in the next room and not disturb her peace.
Hi there, it's Zak from the CGS support team. All of the travel or "silent" guitars are great. Experimenting is required to discover how to best sit with the instrument. Once we figure that out, they are wonderful instruments to practice on. If you are looking for tips on posture and sitting with the guitar, here's a free article that will help - www.classicalguitarshed.com/how-to-hold-a-guitar/
Learn how to safely mute your guitar. Play your guitar without disturbing others. Click the link for the full article - classicalguitarshed.com/mute-guitar-quiet-practice
impressive
So interesting! This conversation happened a few nights ago when I was changing a string on my girlfriend's guitar. I brought up the topic, mentioning I was going to buy a string mute for the classical and one for electric, for different reasons. My daughter and girlfriend simultaneously asked me why. I explained that, in my opinion, the timbre they (bridge mute) produce can be very unique, and when positioned properly, can inspire new articulations. Conversely related to this video post, they stated that they prefer reading and sleeping when they hear me practicing on the classical. The only thing they do not prefer is when I practice uptempo bebop with backing tracks. Oops, 😬 I was playing Countdown, Confirmation, and Donna Lee with looping backing tracks for over 4 hours last night. They emphasized the bebop jab by agreeing that it's easier to fall asleep to Deadmau5. I can't say that I disagree. I'll have to arrange some Deadmau5 for solo guitar and test it out one quiet evening, when not a creature is stirring, except for the mau5.
Different worlds perhaps.
Cheers
Excellent, useful tips. I more or less had to stop playing because I work full time and unfortunately became a full time caregiver, so my only available was at night just before bed. I bought a Hush-I and Hush-X but though very good, they just don't feel the same as my favorite acoustics. But now, sponge and sock (and practicing quietly) to the rescue! Thank you! (I love the practical lessons and reserved enthusiasm. Maybe some day I'll have time for lessons.)
*EXCELLENT tips,* Thank you Allen.
I think I'll go with the sponge.
I use a piece of handkerchief late at night. Great channel=top options esp the sponge
Strong agree on getting a silent/travel guitar for quiet practice if budget allows. I bought one of the Yamaha ones when I lived in a dorm and it was fantastic as I don't like people hearing me practice, and I'm sure it would annoy them to hear me as well considering how thin the walls were.
It isn't only seilent but can still hear guitar normal sound by earphones
He says you dont wanna stick like a comforter in there. 😂 great video as always and thanks for the advice, I'll stick with smaller towel or maybe the sponge idea you mentioned.
So that's why my friend kept a sock under his bed where he practices.
Kidding aside, as someone who's very active in the late hours, I experimented a lot with muting, and the best way I found was using the same flannel I keep around for wiping the strings after playing. I roll it and put it under the strings near the bridge when it doesn't interfere with my picking hand, wrap around the strings and then tuck it under the strings again, so they don't vibrate in any direction, so I can barely hear the pitch but I get a very muted, articulate sound. I can practice with my partner sleeping in the next room and not disturb her peace.
Great tips!
Namaste ! ✨✨✨✨
This couldn’t have come at a better time 😅. I wanna start playing but don’t wanna annoy everyone with how loud it can be (and bad…for now…)
Thanks for the video! How do you like the feel of the silhouette guitar? I have a travel guitar and is not good at all for posture
Hi there, it's Zak from the CGS support team.
All of the travel or "silent" guitars are great. Experimenting is required to discover how to best sit with the instrument.
Once we figure that out, they are wonderful instruments to practice on.
If you are looking for tips on posture and sitting with the guitar, here's a free article that will help - www.classicalguitarshed.com/how-to-hold-a-guitar/
What are you playing at 3:25 ? What a fun little melody!
Manuel M. Ponce’s “Prelude in the antique style” (aka in Sylvius Leopold Weiss style)
@@jlvaviation9140 thank you
What's the outro piece?
I am also interested :)
Am Shazam got it even, its called "Sons De Carrilhoes" by João Pernambuco
That is what I do if I play after my kids go to bed.
😃🙏🕊️
Nice sock.