Category Archives: My Guitars

Choosing Between a Hohner HW400N and Harmony H162e

Posted on October 31, 2025 by Sienark

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

Posted on October 27, 2025 by Sienark

My Firefly FFTL Thinline P90 Has a ONE INCH SCRATCH on its Back Side Skim to 4:00 or the fourth minute of the video. Sadly, I was shocked to see the one inch scratch on the back of the guitar. … Continue reading →

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My Guitar Tech Fixed my Ibanez V70CE in 12 minutes

Posted on October 8, 2025 by Sienark

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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Leo Jaymz 2025 Popcaster Telecaster Review

Posted on September 22, 2025 by Sienark

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

Posted on September 21, 2025 by Sienark

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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Peavey Predator-Plus TK Review

Posted on July 14, 2025 by Sienark

First of all, it’s a slightly smaller telecaster. Nut to bridge is normal but a shorter headstock and body. 36 inches long, perhaps 2-3 inches shorter than my other electrics. Configuration wise it’s very much like a Peavey Reactor accept … Continue reading →

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ESP LTD B50 Review

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Sienark

Yes, I purchased one in April, 2025 for $160. Store’s asking price had been $250. The owner said, “You can have it for $160.” Is the ESP LTD B50 a passive bass with EQ? All my Internet research indicated the … Continue reading →

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Deltatone PJ Bass Review – 2007-2009

Posted on April 23, 2025 by Sienark

Yes, I will actually give you hard to find information on the Deltatone PJ Bass. It’s rare, not valuable, but serviceable. First, a background story. Quick Summary: Deltatone PJ Bass This blog post will go into details. But here’s a … Continue reading →

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GAS Therapy: Guitar Gear Acquisition Syndrome Therapy

Posted on November 27, 2024 by Sienark

Perhaps keeping a list of guitars, basses, and amps you didn’t buy will be helpful in reducing your GAS problem. If you can’t buy it now, at least keep a file on it. Maybe you will buy it later, maybe … Continue reading →

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My Free 2009 Dean MLX Guitar

Posted on October 11, 2024 by Sienark

I love guitar stories, don’t you? Chris the Contractor Gave me Two Free Guitars Chris came over to finish tiling our kitchen. I asked: “Did you buy your daughter a guitar for high school?” He said: “No, but I have … Continue reading →

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