Robben Ford Discussion

spidey · Member Joined: 05 Jan 2011 Posts: 9

Cool pics. Interesting to see the SG is there as his backup guitar. I would have thought he'd have picked something more similar to the Epiphone.

Danny · Posted: Tue Feb 12, 2013 5:30 pm Post subject:

The last set they played for the night was pretty relaxed, there were maybe 50 people in the club, so a few of the guys felt comfortable trying to get Robben to play the SG Razz

It didn't happen, though I would've liked to hear how it sounded!
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PaulG · Posted: Wed Feb 13, 2013 2:34 pm Post subject:

Nice to see the Epi and the SG, but it appears the Tele is on the outs. Over the last 15 years or so, when I began going to his gigs, he would usually start out with his 'new' axe (Baker, Sakashta, ES335, LP, etc.), then he would finish with the glory of the Tele. Like a fine fireworks show...saving the best for last.
I wonder if he has 'worn out' the Tele like he did the Esprit. It's the first time I've seen him without it.

Sorry for the mellow-drama, but I'll miss the Tele, if indeed it's retired.

PierreL · Posted: Wed Feb 13, 2013 2:41 pm Post subject:

Well, I have read a few interviews he's done for the release of the CD, and the Tele is mentioned as being his #1 guitar...

jconstant · Posted: Wed Feb 13, 2013 5:52 pm Post subject:

I'll bet the Tele is just taking a well deserved break for awhile and will be back when the music calls for it.
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Danny · Posted: Wed Feb 13, 2013 6:40 pm Post subject:

PaulG · Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2013 9:25 am Post subject:

Yea, you guys are probably right. Just surprised to see it missing.
I really never got the concept of 'wearing out' a guitar. I guess it was Robben's way of moving to a new sound.
Still, wouldn't you love to see him come out one day playing that old Esprit for a few tunes??
I would.

Danny · Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2013 8:01 am Post subject:

There's a definitely such a thing as wearing a guitar out. As far as I know, it's an issue with the frets, as there's only so many times a neck can handle a refretting.
And I don't think it would feel right to see Robben play the Esprit if he didn't have his hair in a shiny greased back ponytail Wink

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PierreL · Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2013 9:02 am Post subject:

There are some cool pics of the show here : http://www.thegearpage.net/board/showthread.php?t=1214284

frank0936 · Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2013 9:21 am Post subject: fret no more

A friend of mine had his strat refretted several times and finally had to get a new neck because it wouldn't take another fret job. That wouldn't be practical on a set neck guitar.
Frank

Vatec80 · Newbie Joined: 08 Nov 2011 Posts: 2

great recording of 2/9 on Dime...really enjoying the live versions of these new songs..

Danny · Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2013 12:12 pm Post subject:

Those pictures were awesome, I wish more had been taken/posted! And thanks for the heads up about the show being on Dime, checking it out now.
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jconstant · Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2013 9:50 am Post subject:

PierreL · Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2013 1:56 pm Post subject:

http://www.dimeadozen.org
You need to register. Read the rules also. A lot of great stuff there.

jconstant · Posted: Sun Feb 17, 2013 5:40 pm Post subject: