Having been around for a few years, I've seen changes, ups and downs and slow periods. just IMHO, there have been a lot more argumentive threads and an increasing number of trolls. Anytime they show up, if they're just ignored, they'll go away.

I know a few old timers I stay in contact with who don't come around anymore for these reasons.

basically people come and go from this forum (living proof is that i don't know half of you and i've been in this forum for about 2-3 years now ) i don't believe this forum has gotten worse... i personally haven't been around as much cause i'm more of an active musician than i was last year but i always come by after a while...

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That reminds me... I must renew my subscription to "Screamin' A Weekly". Worth every penny.

Andy

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SK wrote I think SA leaving has officially closed the gates for me

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Comfort eating

Rain Man, now that there's funny ! ! !

I still consider myself a new member. Just joined last December. Hopefully my post haven't "bored" people too much. I post alot about my personal experiences because that's all I know. Even though I've been playing for quite a few years I still consider myself a novice when it comes to guitars. I can put on new strings, set the intonation and do a little minor neck adjustment, but that's about it. That's why I haven't posted much on the tech side of things.
I have read many helpful post by some very intelligent people. I've also read some very entertaining stories as well. I'm thankful for those.
JMHO but this forum is still the best in my book.

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2012 American Standard Precision V - Candy Cola Red
2012 Squier Vintage Modified Jazz V - Surf Green
2011 FCS Custom Classic Special Jazz Bass V - Violin Burst
1996 MIM Stratocaster HSS - Black
1975 Precision Bass - 3 Tone Sunburst

Speaking of the crapper, life is like taking a dump. The job isn't complete until the paperwork is done.

As always, this is merely IMO where YMMV.

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You dig?

Don't like what's going on? Take a vacation from the forums.

Go outside and do something new, practice harder, meet some new people who play, write some new music, etc. You'll be back in school shortly and whinging about that soon enough.

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Sent from my K&E slide rule.

I don't see what all the fuss is. Read the posts you enjoy. Ignore the posts you don't enjoy.

Be grateful Fender is still in business and providing this forum!

I'm happy with the forum the way it is.

...I just ignore the bad stuff and enjoy the good stuff!

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No food for other trolls.

Kid i do tend to agree with you......The level of build info on guitars is up i will say... ... though there is a lack of personality... ......... and more rudimentary Pup, Guitar Vs guitar and Amp Vs amp...Etc going on...... Ebb's and flows i suppose...... Bring back the Clowns n Clown hunters too huh...

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cheers

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It's the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting - paulo coelho

(edited for the sole purpose of dissociation)

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Just think of how awesome a guitar player you could have been by now if you had only spent the last 10 years practicing instead of obsessing over pickups and roasted maple necks.

Guys, am I reading it right, are Rain Man and TormentaFuego the same individual? And we've seen him around recently under other IDs as well, yes?

I wonder if the real Rain Man would have chosen that username for himself? Or if that's the sort of thing you only do if you're just faking it? Odd kind of thing to want to pretend to be...

Cheers - C

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Wasn't Rain Man an idiot savant? Maybe in this case just idiot?

Just asking.

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...I for one, sure would appreciate the return of intelligent conversation, spirit of assistance and the simple yet effective ignoring of those who can't seem to hang with that...
Best regards,
rob

Yes, they are one and the same person. They/he have been reported to Brad (again) who has banned all previous incarnations (greenheart/shweeson/Nowhwere man). The troll keeps coming back using different IP addresses to sign up, making it difficult for Brad to track him.

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