Author Archives: Sienark

Fender Squier Mini Stratocaster Review

My Fender Squier Mini Stratocaster Review on YouTube Since you came for a review, here’s my YouTube video. PLEASE: I do hope you stick around and read the rest of the blog post. Thank you. Fender Squier Mini Stratocaster on … Continue reading

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Playing a Hohner HW400 Acoustic Guitar and Singing “Plastic Jesus”

Do you remember Paul Newman starring in the movie Cool Hand Luke from 1967? Do you remember the scene when he learns his mother died while he was in prison? He grabs a banjo, shuffles to his cot, and plays … Continue reading

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Choosing Between a Hohner HW400N and Harmony H162e

I didn’t plan on buying an acoustic tonight (10.29.2025). I already bought an IYV 300ILS D Les Paul copy this same evening from Paul G. Paul’s a great Facebook Marketplace guitar guy and seller in Chicago, IL USA. “I will … Continue reading

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2025 – Firefly FFTL Thinline P90 Review

One guitar leads to another guitar. I just purchased this Firefly Thinline FFTL Semi-Hollow guitar. Get one before it’s gone (I receive no money for this link). My Journey to Purchasing the Firefly FFTL Leo Jaymz Popcaster tele I initially … Continue reading

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My Guitar Tech Fixed my Ibanez V70CE in 12 minutes

I visited my guitar guy for guitar repairs and “horse trading” (guitars really) last night in Oak Park, IL. It was worth the drive. I traded in a Hohner and Bristol acoustic for a future electric guitar and brought my … Continue reading

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My Jet JT300 Tele plays well with my Peavey Vypyr VIP-1

Last night I put on my headphones and jammed a bit with my Jet JT300 telecaster and my Peavey Vypyr VIP-1. They played nicely together. My Peavey VIP-1 Settings My JET JT300 Tone Settings For the neck I dialed the … Continue reading

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Tom and I Gave Away a Blue Squier PJ Bass

That was fun. Perhaps two weeks ago Tom G., and old and good friend, said that an “almost” family member said he wished he had an electric bass so he could play it, learn it, and enjoy it. So it … Continue reading

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Leo Jaymz 2025 Popcaster Telecaster Review

Here’s my 2025 Popcaster tele in all her beauty. Unpacking the Popmaster and Initial Impressions Yes, I had high hopes for my Leo Jaymz Popmaster until I plugged it into my various amps. My Leo Jaymz Blue Popmaster is Gorgeous, … Continue reading

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I Can’t See My Electric Guitar Strings for Finger Picking

I once had bi-focals now I have had cataract surgery. I see adequately for reading but seeing my guitar strings perfectly for strumming or picking is difficult sometimes. My Black Peavey Tele Solution to Near Sightedness (can’t see near) Today … Continue reading

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Two Music Stands: One for Guitar, One for Bass

Perhaps a silly post but that’s how it rolls. I bought a 2nd Good Music Stand for a Friend It’s a solid music stand. I bought it on Facebook Marketplace for Tom G. when he comes over to jam in … Continue reading

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