Great video. interesting seeing an acoustic slide on its back at the beginning. Probably not owned or paid for by the "thrower" so I guess it is okat for Elevation to pay for.
Michael’s expertise and professionalism shine whether he is performing on stage or doing tech backstage. The BIG lesson: You don’t need to always be in the spotlight to make a difference in this world.
If you are tuning with the Peterson are you saying that the vibrations from the stage volume cause the strobe to be inaccurate? I’m not really following how the Boss works better in a loud environment?!
Acoustic instruments are going to pick up more sound and vibrations through the body/pickup. Some tuners are better at handling that but usually at the trade off of not being quite as accurate.
@@MichaelWWestbrookBut the Peterson is the most accurate and the easiest to read display to get that accuracy. It seems like either it is accurate or inaccurate…I don’t see how there is a trade-off unless the Peterson is somehow more prone to being inaccurate in this high volume environment. And I wasn’t thinking this was in reference to acoustic instruments. Most people use electric-acoustic instruments which would then be plugged into the Peterson and there shouldn’t be any accuracy issues? Forgive me, but I’m just trying to understand…
It’s not that it’s inaccurate but it’s “hearing” the notes you are playing and other notes from the loud environment come through the acoustic instrument via vibrations. A great acoustic pick up is picking up the sound and vibrations from the instrument but if loud music is also vibrating the guitar it gets confused. The Peterson jumps around and can’t decide what note you are trying to tune.
Could you do a video explaining string gauge, especially the differences between things you would want for an acoustic verses an electric and different body styles and tunings and such. I knew Rick Beato did a great video on tone of string gauge, but it be nice to hear from a tech standpoint.
@@MichaelWWestbrook To tell a family secret, I've used acoustic guitar style panel jacks - the ones with a flange for a strap - as a replacement and they've lasted longer than a switchcraft.
9 guitars and 2 basses. String changes were on a rotation depending on player preference and how much each was played. Most often were E’s Warhawk with dual humbuckers and the Jazz bass which got changed after every 2 shows. Some only got changed once during the 2 week run.
Thanks for the videos Michael. Just a suggestion, but you might use the word worship in your titles. May draw a bigger following as worship peeps are always looking for ways to learn and expand their knowledge. Especially from bigger or well known artists. Keep killing brother!
I own, use, and like the Streacha. I can streach the strings pretty quick with my fingers but it doesn't take long for my fingers start hurting. Enjoyed the video Michael, safe travels and good memories. Kevin
No, depends on the guitar/player. Most frequent was every 2 shows. I try to get them offset on different days so changes are spread out on different days if possible. Generally I had 2-4 instruments a day that got changed.
@@MichaelWWestbrook we need to see some pedal steel content! its a majestic instrument, that doesnt get enough airtime these days. I love all the content you put out!
A plus video. Favorite type of gear vid. Thanks Michael. Nothing compares to pros doing the real thing. A great Guitarist makes a great tech. If they are a guy like you, my man. Will bet you had Positive parental role models because that type of personality/work ethic is rare in the ego business called musician.
How would someone go about being a guitar tech for someone on tour? I have been working as a guitar tech for 2 years now at a big retailer and I was always curious on how to get the opportunity to tech on tours.
