2022-07-25
Summer has come, and with that a new studio build,
which will mean a new and better recording environment and more video content in the future.
As always, stay tuned for more news!
which will mean a new and better recording environment and more video content in the future.
As always, stay tuned for more news!
2022-04-15 - Umeå Guitar Show
Will be on location at Umeå Guitar Show with Fibenare Guitars. on May 7th, come say hello!
2021-12-12 - Demo of the new ZUTA TRIAX pedal
Just posted a thorough demo of the new ZUTA TRIAX boost/noise-gate.
Amazing pedal you just need to check out!
Amazing pedal you just need to check out!
2021-04-12 - Demo of the new ZUTA LA25 MKII head
Just posted my new demo of the fantastic ZUTA LA25 MKII
rack mount tube head, check it out!.
Click the image to get to the video!
rack mount tube head, check it out!.
Click the image to get to the video!
2020-05 03 - Demo of the ZUTA LA25 MKI head
Just posted a new amp demo, of the excellent ZUTA LA25 head,
which also marks the end of my many year hiatus from YouTube.
Click the image to get to the video!
which also marks the end of my many year hiatus from YouTube.
Click the image to get to the video!
2018-04-23 - FUZZ Guitar Show and my new Fibenare Basic Jazz Rahan
Will be at the Scandinavian Guitar Show FUZZ with Fibenare Guitars on the 26-27th of May.
At the show will also be my brand new Basic Jazz custom Rahan, which I can't wait to see :)
Will of course post pics and maybe some vids on Facebook, so stay tuned!
At the show will also be my brand new Basic Jazz custom Rahan, which I can't wait to see :)
Will of course post pics and maybe some vids on Facebook, so stay tuned!
2018-01-31 First post of 2018, a video from my visit to Tappamps
A new year, where I will make my utmost to get back on track with producing video material (not just demos but lesson material as well). First out though, it a shorter video I edited together from my visit to Tappamps in Borlänge, Sweden, where me and friend (also a Tappamps user) laid down the final tweaks for our respective heads. Click on the image to the right to go the video on YT (and read the description as well).
2017-12-23- Happy Holidays and status update
Merry Christmas, Happy New Year!
It's been another year now without any media content from
me, which I apologize for . Have neither had the time nor the
means to record, but hope to at least get a Fibenare demo or two done during the holidays (it's not optimal to have to use ones holidays as the only time to get music done, but work is demanding and so is family). Anyways, what's a year in the grand scheme of thing, right?
It's been another year now without any media content from
me, which I apologize for . Have neither had the time nor the
means to record, but hope to at least get a Fibenare demo or two done during the holidays (it's not optimal to have to use ones holidays as the only time to get music done, but work is demanding and so is family). Anyways, what's a year in the grand scheme of thing, right?
2017-09-29- Visiting Fibenare Guitars in Budapest
Last weekend I visited the Fibenare guys in Budapest, Hungary. Such a great site, such great guitars. A new build is already forming in my head :) Also, as my home studio is finally coming together, my two year hiatus from video demos is about to come to and end. So stay tuned for demos of my current Fibenare guitars, amongst other things.
In the meanwhile, please visit the photo album documenting
my Budapest trip by clicking on the image.
In the meanwhile, please visit the photo album documenting
my Budapest trip by clicking on the image.
2017-07-21 - The first ever Fibenare fest in Leeds, England
Just got back from the first ever official Fibenare fest in Leeds, England.
The UK Fibenare guys and myself met up and David BeeBee's place in Leeds,
and had an evening of guitars, gear, tone, BBQ and Palinka. Great fun, great lads!
Can't wait for the 2018! If you want to see some pics from the gathering,
click the picture on the left.
The UK Fibenare guys and myself met up and David BeeBee's place in Leeds,
and had an evening of guitars, gear, tone, BBQ and Palinka. Great fun, great lads!
Can't wait for the 2018! If you want to see some pics from the gathering,
click the picture on the left.
2017-05-25 - FUZZ aftermath and my new Basic Jazz!
So, FUZZ was a blast! Had a very good time with the guys from Fibenare Guitars and MJ Music in Gothenburg. The new Basic Jazz that Gabor and Csaba had built me is just absolutely phenomenal! Far and away the most resonant instrument I've played, and what a joy it is to play at that! Will be live streaming with it on my FB soon.
You can check out some pictures in my FB photo album from the show!
You can check out some pictures in my FB photo album from the show!
2017-04-27 - FUZZ Guitar Show and my new Fibenare Basic Jazz
Will be performing for Fibenare guitars at the Scandinavian Guitar Show FUZZ on the 13-14th of May.
I will also do an hour long clinic on the main performance stage on the 14th.
Furthermore, we will unveil my new Fibenare basic Jazz custom guitar, which will be absolutely insane!
Will probably live stream the unveil on FB on Saturday (public stream) so tune in!
Will try to make sure some performances are recorded so I can post these after the show,
but will post a photo album on my FB page as well.
I will also do an hour long clinic on the main performance stage on the 14th.
Furthermore, we will unveil my new Fibenare basic Jazz custom guitar, which will be absolutely insane!
Will probably live stream the unveil on FB on Saturday (public stream) so tune in!
Will try to make sure some performances are recorded so I can post these after the show,
but will post a photo album on my FB page as well.
2016-12-16 - Happy holidays and other updates
Taking a break over the holidays. It's been a very hectic and very trying fall for me, both with work and with a lot of sickness and issues in the family. I have not been able to produce anywhere near the amount of demos I had hoped to for 2016. Also, mid January our second child will be born, so will be another dip in production for sure :)
However, don't mistrust, lot's of things WILL happen during 2017, such as a new custom build from Fibenare, the demo of the monster from TappAmps, the building of our new house and much more...
So, 2017 might get off to a slow start on the music side of things for me, but I do have high hopes on the year as a whole :) Stay in touch, and tune in!
However, don't mistrust, lot's of things WILL happen during 2017, such as a new custom build from Fibenare, the demo of the monster from TappAmps, the building of our new house and much more...
So, 2017 might get off to a slow start on the music side of things for me, but I do have high hopes on the year as a whole :) Stay in touch, and tune in!
2016-12-01 - Tokyo Guitar Show recap
Japan was a blast as always! Met some great people and had a great time! As things unfolded, there was very little videos being recorded, and what I did record, was mostly for my own personal enjoyment (such as Allan Hinds' performances).
But do take a a look at the photo album on FB!
Click the epic pic on the left :)
But do take a a look at the photo album on FB!
Click the epic pic on the left :)
2016-10-03 - Tokyo Guitar Show countdown!
The countdown has begun, in one months time I'm once again off to Japan, for the Tokyo Guitar Show and Musicfair Japan.
I'll be demoing for Leqtique effects Japan. Stay tuned for videos and pics on my Facebook and YouTube!
I'll be demoing for Leqtique effects Japan. Stay tuned for videos and pics on my Facebook and YouTube!
2016-07-10 - Demo/Playthrough of the Custom Classic strat from Smitty Custom Guitars.
And here is the full demo/playthrough for the Custom Classic strat from Smitty Guitars that you got a taste of in the pedal demo below.
Stunning guitars, and fantastic tones. Click on the image to get to the video on YT (as always).
Stunning guitars, and fantastic tones. Click on the image to get to the video on YT (as always).
2016-07-10 - New pedal demo of the new Leqtique Rochechouart Overdrive
New pedal demo up, this time of the new Leqtique Rochechouart Overdrive
(no don't ask me to pronounciate it :) )
Very versatile, smooth and responsive OD.
Also, you will get to see the Smitty Custom Classic strat for the first time here.
Click on the image to get to the video on YT.
(no don't ask me to pronounciate it :) )
Very versatile, smooth and responsive OD.
Also, you will get to see the Smitty Custom Classic strat for the first time here.
Click on the image to get to the video on YT.
2016-05-20 - Two beauties under way from Smitty custom guitars in Holland!
I have two guitars being built by Smitty Guitars in Holland. One is a relic 60's sonic blue strat,
and one is a very fancy Nashville style tele. The strat features a light 2-piece alder body,
the tele a one-piece Khaya mahogany body and 5A maple burl top. Both guitars features
5A roast flame maple necks with indian RW fretboards.
Stay tuned for more pics and demos of these, and in the meanwhile, check out some amazing build pics!
Smitty custom guitars build album
and one is a very fancy Nashville style tele. The strat features a light 2-piece alder body,
the tele a one-piece Khaya mahogany body and 5A maple burl top. Both guitars features
5A roast flame maple necks with indian RW fretboards.
Stay tuned for more pics and demos of these, and in the meanwhile, check out some amazing build pics!
Smitty custom guitars build album
2016-01-18 - The TappAmps Marzian III is finished!
This weekend I took delivery of this behemoth that's been well over a year in the making!
It sounds as impressive as it looks people! Stay tuned for demos, and in the meanwhile,
check out the pics on my FB!
TappAmps Marzian III Custom Build
It sounds as impressive as it looks people! Stay tuned for demos, and in the meanwhile,
check out the pics on my FB!
TappAmps Marzian III Custom Build
2015/11/24 - Follow the build of my 4-channel monster from TappAmps!
As those that follow me on FaceBook will know, I'm having a monster 4-channel amp built by
Swedish master builder TappAmps. This amp will be the amp to end all amps (at least to me) .
Check it out, and follow the whole build process in my FB photo album!
TappAmps Marzian III Custom Build
Swedish master builder TappAmps. This amp will be the amp to end all amps (at least to me) .
Check it out, and follow the whole build process in my FB photo album!
TappAmps Marzian III Custom Build
2015/09/06 - New FaceBook artist page.
I've made the decision to seriously cull my FB page, and turn it into a strictly private affair.
So today I cut some 2000+ people of that page, and started a FB Artist page
instead (top icon link on this page now links to this page). So, for future reference,
and to follow me on FB, please visit www.facebook.com/RichardLainegardMusic
So today I cut some 2000+ people of that page, and started a FB Artist page
instead (top icon link on this page now links to this page). So, for future reference,
and to follow me on FB, please visit www.facebook.com/RichardLainegardMusic
2015/08/23 - What's new??
So, I've been away for a few months... Been a busy spring for me with two moves,
one of them to a new city with a new job. And also lots of gigs and family time
(and an extended holiday leave).
I'm about settled in in the city of Östersund in Jämtland, but am still looking for
a place to record and shoot my videos, so it might be a little while longer before
I can resume making any demos etc.
So stay tuned, I've got a bunch of great gear to demo this fall/Winter.
PS. Seems Music China and Japan is not in the cards for me this year,
so I'll focus on making some kick-butt demos instead :)
one of them to a new city with a new job. And also lots of gigs and family time
(and an extended holiday leave).
I'm about settled in in the city of Östersund in Jämtland, but am still looking for
a place to record and shoot my videos, so it might be a little while longer before
I can resume making any demos etc.
So stay tuned, I've got a bunch of great gear to demo this fall/Winter.
PS. Seems Music China and Japan is not in the cards for me this year,
so I'll focus on making some kick-butt demos instead :)
2015/03/16 - TappAmps modded Marshall JCM800 demo
For my first video of the year I have a playthrough video of a 1985 JCM800,
modded by Swedish TappAmps to their "Marzian" circuit.
Check it out by clicking on the image.
modded by Swedish TappAmps to their "Marzian" circuit.
Check it out by clicking on the image.
2014/12/21 - Sonnemo Custom Guitars Demo/Playthrough
A demo of another Sonnemo Custom tele, this one a 3-pickup model
Check it out by clicking on the image.
Check it out by clicking on the image.
2014/12/20 - 4 Seasons Pickups strat set demo
My demo of a complete set of strat pickups from 4Seasons Pickups,
model "Gabriel III", with the Vari12 tone circuit from BQmusic.
Check it out by clicking on the image.
model "Gabriel III", with the Vari12 tone circuit from BQmusic.
Check it out by clicking on the image.
2014/12/19 - Leqtique CLHD overdrive demo play-through
My demo of the new Leqtique "CLHD" overdrive pedal by Shun Nokina, Japan.
Check it out by clicking on the image.
Check it out by clicking on the image.
2014/09/29 - Japan Music show and clinics
I will be performing at Musicfair Japan 21-23 Nov in Tokyo, Japan,
for Leqtique effects. If you're there, come check us out!
Several performances each day, with questions and clinics.
for Leqtique effects. If you're there, come check us out!
Several performances each day, with questions and clinics.
2014/07/06 - Sonnemo Custom Guitars Demo/Playthrough
Demo playthrough of a relic tele from Sonnemo Custom Guitars of Sweden.
The specs on this one are as follows:
Body: Alder, olympic white heavy relic.
Neck: Quartersawn maple, with maple fret board.
6100 jumbo steel frets.
Pickups: Sonnemo custom pickups.
Going through a Bogner Ectasy Red pedal, into a Sovtek MIG50
(Essentially a Fender bassman circuit). NOTE: The neck relic is not finished on this guitar,
it will be further reliced and cracked once the finish has set enough; some time this fall.
The specs on this one are as follows:
Body: Alder, olympic white heavy relic.
Neck: Quartersawn maple, with maple fret board.
6100 jumbo steel frets.
Pickups: Sonnemo custom pickups.
Going through a Bogner Ectasy Red pedal, into a Sovtek MIG50
(Essentially a Fender bassman circuit). NOTE: The neck relic is not finished on this guitar,
it will be further reliced and cracked once the finish has set enough; some time this fall.
2014/07/05 - Lavielectro Old Yeller Overdrive video
New demo of the "Old Yeller Classic Overdrive" by Lavielectro from Brazil.
Using both PRS and Sonnemo custom guitars in this one, through an old Sovtek Mig 50 head.
Check it out by clicking on the image.
Using both PRS and Sonnemo custom guitars in this one, through an old Sovtek Mig 50 head.
Check it out by clicking on the image.
2014/04/27 - Axl-belt guitar strap video
Uploaded a quick webcam video of a new guitar strap from axl belt in Sweden ( www.axlbelt.com )
Genius quick-adjust straps with any type of materials and looks you might want/need.
Just wicked stuff really, check out the video below.
Ordered this one to be used with the upcoming relic guitars from Sonnemo Guitars
Check it out by clicking on the image.
Genius quick-adjust straps with any type of materials and looks you might want/need.
Just wicked stuff really, check out the video below.
Ordered this one to be used with the upcoming relic guitars from Sonnemo Guitars
Check it out by clicking on the image.
2014/04/13 - Leqtique 9/9 Distortion demo play-through
My demo of the fantastic Leqtique "9/9" distortion pedal by Shun Nokina, Japan.
Going through a Suhr Corso.
Signal path: PRS - Suhr Corso - Line out into
Logic and Mesa Cab IR
Check it out by clicking on the image.
Going through a Suhr Corso.
Signal path: PRS - Suhr Corso - Line out into
Logic and Mesa Cab IR
Check it out by clicking on the image.
2014/04/12 - PRS 408 Maple demo play-through
A short demo of the PRS 408 maple top.
Signal path: PRS - Suhr Corso - Line out into
Logic and Mesa Cab IR
Check it out by clicking on the image.
Signal path: PRS - Suhr Corso - Line out into
Logic and Mesa Cab IR
Check it out by clicking on the image.
2014/03/29 - PRS guitars MEGA shoot-out demo
Finally it's done, my monster, one hour long, PRS MEGA shootout demo.
I put five PRS USA models against fie PRS SE (Korea) models,
and let the chips fall where they may :)
Check it out by clicking on the image.
I put five PRS USA models against fie PRS SE (Korea) models,
and let the chips fall where they may :)
Check it out by clicking on the image.
2014/03/23 - Demo play-through of the PRS SE Fredrik Åkesson model.
Whilst I wait for the last two guitars to be added to my mega PRS shootout,
I recorded a play-through demo of another PRS SE model , the signature of Opeth's Fredrik Åkesson.
This is a great rock machine, and perhaps THE guitar in the PRS Lineup together with the Tremonti
that has the most "metal" vibe and tone. You can read all about the specs here:
http://www.prsguitars.com/sefredrikakesson/
This guitar will also be included in the MEGA PRS shootout I'm recording as we speak :)
Stay tuned for that! In the meanwhile, click on the image to get to the video on YouTube.
I recorded a play-through demo of another PRS SE model , the signature of Opeth's Fredrik Åkesson.
This is a great rock machine, and perhaps THE guitar in the PRS Lineup together with the Tremonti
that has the most "metal" vibe and tone. You can read all about the specs here:
http://www.prsguitars.com/sefredrikakesson/
This guitar will also be included in the MEGA PRS shootout I'm recording as we speak :)
Stay tuned for that! In the meanwhile, click on the image to get to the video on YouTube.
2014/03/22 - Demo play-through of the 2014 PRS SE Zach Myers model.
Took possession of this beauty 2 days ago, and of course I had to record a demo of it.
It is the new signature SE model for Zach Myers of Shinedown, and it is a fantastic instrument.
You can read all about the specs here: http://www.prsguitars.com/sezachmyers/
This guitar will also be included in the MEGA PRS shootout I'm recording as we speak :)
Stay tuned for that! In the meanwhile, click on the image to get to the video on YouTube.
It is the new signature SE model for Zach Myers of Shinedown, and it is a fantastic instrument.
You can read all about the specs here: http://www.prsguitars.com/sezachmyers/
This guitar will also be included in the MEGA PRS shootout I'm recording as we speak :)
Stay tuned for that! In the meanwhile, click on the image to get to the video on YouTube.
2014/01/22 - First post of 2014, Marshall JVM410HJS
Time for the first post of 2014!
Courtesy of the great people at Marshall Scandinavia, I'm now the proud owner of the new JV Satriani model.
Some of you might recall I had the original JVM some years ago which sounded great
(see videos recorded with that head here and here). I had noise-related issues using it live though,
which have all been adressed in this mode (I guess Satch liked noiseless high gain tones as much as I do!)
Furthermore, the amp has been re-voiced so that it to my ears sounds even better.
Couldn't think of a better way to kick of the new year, than with a Marshall blasting behind me!
Courtesy of the great people at Marshall Scandinavia, I'm now the proud owner of the new JV Satriani model.
Some of you might recall I had the original JVM some years ago which sounded great
(see videos recorded with that head here and here). I had noise-related issues using it live though,
which have all been adressed in this mode (I guess Satch liked noiseless high gain tones as much as I do!)
Furthermore, the amp has been re-voiced so that it to my ears sounds even better.
Couldn't think of a better way to kick of the new year, than with a Marshall blasting behind me!
2013/10/07 - MusikMesse China 2013 in Shanghai
Time for this year's performances at Music China!
I'll be with MOEN FX in Hall E.6, booth B88, between the 10th to 13th October
(leaving tomorrow for a loooong flight via Moscow). If you're at the show, drop by!
I'll be performing at the big indoors stage, as well as the (several) out doors stages.
I expect great times and even greater jams! I'll only be posting pics on FaceBook,
as the blog just takes too long to update.
Click HERE to get to the album in question.
I'll be with MOEN FX in Hall E.6, booth B88, between the 10th to 13th October
(leaving tomorrow for a loooong flight via Moscow). If you're at the show, drop by!
I'll be performing at the big indoors stage, as well as the (several) out doors stages.
I expect great times and even greater jams! I'll only be posting pics on FaceBook,
as the blog just takes too long to update.
Click HERE to get to the album in question.
2013/08/12 - First road test of the Two Notes Torpedo
Giged a whole week with the Torpedo C.A.B at Nolia, country with Ulf Edberg and the Highway Boys every day.
Worked absolutely fantastic I must say. I compared the live mic'ed tone in the on-stage monitors with that
coming from the Torpedo, and the difference was immense! The sound tech was very happy with the tone as well.
If you click on the image you'll come to a YT-clip from the gig on Friday where Swedish multi-musician
Kalle Moraeus made a guest appearance with us. Kalle is using one of my PRSi, and a pedal board I put together for the occasion.
Worked absolutely fantastic I must say. I compared the live mic'ed tone in the on-stage monitors with that
coming from the Torpedo, and the difference was immense! The sound tech was very happy with the tone as well.
If you click on the image you'll come to a YT-clip from the gig on Friday where Swedish multi-musician
Kalle Moraeus made a guest appearance with us. Kalle is using one of my PRSi, and a pedal board I put together for the occasion.
2013/10/11 - New endorsement/partnership with Two Notes
I'm very happy to announce that I'm entering a partnership as an artist for Two Notes of France.
These guys make the best Cabinet emulation hardware on the planet, and have just released the Torpedo C.A.B
which I'll be using for all my demos (and live) in the future.
Click on the image to get to their website, and stay tuned for tons of upcoming demos/livevideos featuring the Torpedo C.A.B!
2013/04/27 - New Mega guitar jam with friends!
Me, Toni Martinez and Raphael De Stefano got together to jam over a excellent track by Aussie guitar
phenom Michael Dolce. This is the result. Click on the image to get to the YouTube video.
In the video description you will find details about the gear used, as well as links to the guys websites.
2013/04/27 - Stage is planned for Music China 2013!
Got a picture from MOEN about the stage they're planning to build for this years Music China messe in Shanghai.
This is the stage I'll be performing at the most, and probably like last year there will also be performances on the
larger outdoor stages. Last year they had a booth like most other companies,
so to have a stage like this indoors for performances is pretty awesome!
2013/04/08 - The MusikMesse blog is now online (on Facebook)!
On location in Frankfurt now, for the 2013 MusikMesse!
However, due to the extremely slow internet connection here,
I've decided against posting a photoblog this year. Instead I've created a photo album labelled
"MusikMesse 2013" on my FaceBook page, so please go there instead.
Click here
2013/03/31 - The wedding gift strat from WJ custom guitars is finished!
As I've mentioned before, I'm getting married this summer. And, as an incredibly generous gift,
WJ custom guitars is building a custom strat as a wedding gift (WJ is a friend of my pedal endorser MOEN).
I'm deeply humbled by such generosity! It will delivered to me at the Frankfurt Musik Messe.
Stay tuned!
Ps. There are 2 more pics of it under the Media/Gear&Pics-section here
2013/02/16 - Booth for Frankfurt MusikMesse is booked!
I'll be at MusikMesse in Frankfurt 10-13th of April this year
(actually, I'll be in Frankfurt 8-14th, but the show dates are 10-13th).
I'll be there with Leqtique effects of Japan, and we'll be sharing booth with
Strandberg guitars of Sweden.
Meet us and try the pedals in Hall 4.0, booth K53
2013/02/05 - I'm now officially a member of the Rock Demon family!
As you've probably seen, the Rock Demon banner has been placed since end of 2012 in my
endorsement banner list (under Media/Gear). Now it's time to make things official though!
Rock Demon (of Sweden) is making
THE baddest life style wear for us rockers out there, that don't necessarily want to wear
a particular music brand all the time, but are looking for a life style brand that stands for quality,
integrity and above all rock n roll!! Rock Demon is all that and more! Check them out by clicking on the image (as always!)
endorsement banner list (under Media/Gear). Now it's time to make things official though!
Rock Demon (of Sweden) is making
THE baddest life style wear for us rockers out there, that don't necessarily want to wear
a particular music brand all the time, but are looking for a life style brand that stands for quality,
integrity and above all rock n roll!! Rock Demon is all that and more! Check them out by clicking on the image (as always!)
2013/01/22 - Rock the Funk Mega Jam
A couple of guys decided to get together and do a huge video jam,
we ended up playing over Martin Miller's fantastic "Rock the Funk" track from his JamTrack Central lesson.
Click the image to get to the video!
Featuring in order of appearance:
Claudio Pietronik, David Wallimann, Paco Hernández, Leonardo Guzman, Enrique Diaz Berdonce, Richard Lainegard
2013/01/14 - Building a New Pedal Board - Part 2
Part two of my new pedal board video. In this part I go through programming patches and demoing some tones!
Check it out by clicking on the image to the left.
2013/01/14 - Building a New Pedal Board - Part 1
I was in the process of building a new pedal board and thought I would
share the whole process with you.
Here in part 1, I cover the entire build process, from assembling the board,
to patch cables to choosing pedals and layout.
Check it out by clicking on the image on the left
2012/12/31 - Happy New Year, with BIG news!
Here's a Happy New Year from the Lainegard family!
2013 will be our greatest year yet!
Not only because of our long awaited wedding,
but I also want to share my joy with you and tell you that
we will become parents come May!
2012/12/31 - Three videos from the Japan clinic!
To finish of the new year I've uploaded two videos from my clinic
at Ikebe in Shibuya, Tokyo earlier this year. Here are the links and
you'll find more info in the video descriptions
Ikebe's videos: Part 1 Part 2
My own collage video (much more playing here)
2012/12/22 - "Noodle" at Frankfurt Musik Messe 2012
Laurie Monk recently added this clip that he shot during Frankfurt Musik Messe 2012.
He caught me improvising one of Tom Quayle's tracks.
Impro is a bit uneven, but hey check it out anyway! (as always click on the image)
2012/11/05 - Demo of the Leqtique Maestoso "MAT" - Part 2
Part two of a two part demo of the Leqtique Maestoso Overdrive.
Hand built in Japan by Shun Nokina, ever pedal is hand painted
and built on turret boards, so each is unique.
In part one I did more of a Rock/Metal kinda thing with it,
in this part I will cover more classic OD tones.
As always, click on the image to get to the video.
(you will also find part 1 on my YT-channel).
Hand built in Japan by Shun Nokina, ever pedal is hand painted
and built on turret boards, so each is unique.
In part one I did more of a Rock/Metal kinda thing with it,
in this part I will cover more classic OD tones.
As always, click on the image to get to the video.
(you will also find part 1 on my YT-channel).
2012/11/03 - MOEN Custom Shop Dual Soul Compressor
Here is a demo of the new MOEN Custom Shop - Dual Soul Compressor.
This is the signature pedal of Swedish session ace Tommy Denander,
and is a 2-channel compressor, which can also be remotely switched
through a pedal switcher such as the MOEN GEC9 or similar that supports
latch switching (ie. switching channels of an amp).
Check it out by clicking on the image!
This is the signature pedal of Swedish session ace Tommy Denander,
and is a 2-channel compressor, which can also be remotely switched
through a pedal switcher such as the MOEN GEC9 or similar that supports
latch switching (ie. switching channels of an amp).
Check it out by clicking on the image!
2012/11/01 - Playthrough demo of the new Strandberg Varberg guitar
Ola Strandberg, maker and genius behind the Strandberg guitars, Boden,
AEX and now the Varberg, visited me today in Umeå. We took the
opportunity to shoot a short demo/playthrough of the Varberg model, #35.
Crazy good guitar, that sounds and plays great.
This particular one was setup with 0.09's, so a bit slinky for me,
being a heavy handed 0.11's kinda guy =)
But here it is anyways, just click on the image to view it on YouTube!
AEX and now the Varberg, visited me today in Umeå. We took the
opportunity to shoot a short demo/playthrough of the Varberg model, #35.
Crazy good guitar, that sounds and plays great.
This particular one was setup with 0.09's, so a bit slinky for me,
being a heavy handed 0.11's kinda guy =)
But here it is anyways, just click on the image to view it on YouTube!
2012/10/31 - MusikMesse is in, NAMM and Lugano Music is out
MusikMesse in Frankfurt 2013 is confirmed
NAMM 2013 in Anaheim and Lugano Music is out for me this time though.
2012/10/10 - The Asian tour blog is up and running!
Just arrived here in Shanghai for the first leg of my
performances and clinics in Asia
(China and Japan). Check out the blog section here!
2012/09/28 - Demo/Playthrough of the PRS P22
New video up, demo/playthrough of my new PRS P22, wonderful instrument!
I'm not only demoing it on itself, but also compare it A/B with a Taylor acoustic.
All magnetic clips are through my Kemper amps, with profiles from TheAmpFactory
Click on the image to the left to view the video on YouTube
2012/09/19 - Dates and times set for China clinics and performances
Dates and times are now set for my performances at Shanghai China Music Expo,
and other clinics. More dates might still come.
Shanghai China Music Expo:
Oct 11, 10:15-10:45 at Stage S3, 15:30-16:00 at Stage S1
Oct 12, 10:15-10:45 at Stage S3
Oct 13, 13:30-14:00 at Stage S1, 15:30-16:00 at Stage S1
Oct 14, 10:15-10:45 at Stage S3
Beijing:
Oct 17, 20:30 at Jazz Cafe
2012/09/12 - Date and time set for Tokyo clinic with Leqtique Effects
Date is now SET for my clinic in Tokyo with Leqtique effects and Shun Nokina Design.
Saturday 20th October, 5-7PM, at Ikebe-Gakki AmpStation (3rd floor), in Shibuya, Tokyo.
Get your behinds over there if you're in the neighborhood =)
2012/09/12 - Lugano Music 2013 in Schwitzerland
Dates for Lugano Music Messe 2013 in Schwizerland is set.
I will perform for Leqtique Effects ( Shun Nokina Design), 11-13 January 2013.
So a small European excursion before NAMM 2013 =)
With us will also be French monster player Sébastien Bizeul
2012/09/09 - Recording clips for The AmpFactory
Looong days of recording at the moment.
Recording clips for every single amp profiled by TheAmpFactory.
Mammoth job, but the profiled amps sounds great, so it's truly inspiring
just sitting down and letting the amps dictate my playing.
Currently doing amp pack 2, half the clips are now up at www.theampfactory.com,
they only have the one audio player available at the moment, so the rest of the
clips will be up shortly at the same link. Also, at the same time,
I'm joining the endorsement rooster for The AmpFactory =)
2012/08/31 - Update on booth location for China Music in Shanghai
Here's an update for Music China. Our booth has been altered,
and MOEN FX and myself will now have a bigger and better setting!
Click on the picture for popup.
2012/08/29 - Blog update
Just updated my website blog so that most all pictures will now scale
up when clicked, so together with the v-logs, you can now relive
NAMM and Messe in all its craziness :)
Click the blog link in the top menu
2012/08/27 - Play-through demo of the Koch Jupiter hybrid combo
Was about time I did a demo of the excellent 45W tube/hybrid combo
from Koch amps, called the Jupiter.
This is a nifty combo, with a lot of bells and whistles, but foremost for me,
it's a great pedal amp at any volume! AND, I also want to add that in the
end of this video you will get the very first video/audio sneak peak of
my upcoming signature Parallax overdrive! Don't miss that!
Here's a demo of it, with both hum and single guitars,
and with pedals as well. Check it out (as always by clicking on the image to the left).
from Koch amps, called the Jupiter.
This is a nifty combo, with a lot of bells and whistles, but foremost for me,
it's a great pedal amp at any volume! AND, I also want to add that in the
end of this video you will get the very first video/audio sneak peak of
my upcoming signature Parallax overdrive! Don't miss that!
Here's a demo of it, with both hum and single guitars,
and with pedals as well. Check it out (as always by clicking on the image to the left).
2012/08/25 - Part 1 pedal demo of the Leqtique effects "MAT" - Maestoso Overdrive
Kicking of what will be a huuuuge pedal demo series with part 1 of 2 in a
demo of the Leqtique effects' Maestoso Overdrive. A very flexible beast,
that does regular OD, to super high level boosting, to some pretty mean distorted tones.
It also allows the character of the amp to come through well, which you will hear in Part 1,
as I used some pretty modern hi-gain amps. In part 2, I will use more vintage amps to
conjure up some more classic OD tones.
Click on the image to the left to get there!
demo of the Leqtique effects' Maestoso Overdrive. A very flexible beast,
that does regular OD, to super high level boosting, to some pretty mean distorted tones.
It also allows the character of the amp to come through well, which you will hear in Part 1,
as I used some pretty modern hi-gain amps. In part 2, I will use more vintage amps to
conjure up some more classic OD tones.
Click on the image to the left to get there!
2012/07/24 - Richard Lundmark is no more, say hi to Richard Lainegard!
So, in preparation for me and my fiance's wedding, we have changed our surname to "Lainegard".
This name is a new family name that combines the names of our respective family homes.
hus, the new site name is RichardLainegard.com! For some time to come though, I will keep
the domain name richardlundmark.com, in order to re-direct new visitors to the new site!
Ps. All the old material, such as the huge NAMM and Messe-blogs are still available here! .Ds
This name is a new family name that combines the names of our respective family homes.
hus, the new site name is RichardLainegard.com! For some time to come though, I will keep
the domain name richardlundmark.com, in order to re-direct new visitors to the new site!
Ps. All the old material, such as the huge NAMM and Messe-blogs are still available here! .Ds
2012/05/10 - New endorsement with Stageworks Gear
Chasing my pedal board and free standing pedals around the stage? Not for me! Even though
I use fairly heavy pedal board systems, even they slip and slide when performing on hardwood
or plywood stage floors. I used to have to duck tape everything down on many gigs,
but thanks to Stageworks I now have a clean, easy solution that works tons better than grimy
old duck tape (and looks pro too) =) These works great for drums as well.
They also have some other nifty products such as guitar stands that attaches to your acoustic guitar,
drum stick holders and stuff. Check them out by clicking on the image to the left!
I use fairly heavy pedal board systems, even they slip and slide when performing on hardwood
or plywood stage floors. I used to have to duck tape everything down on many gigs,
but thanks to Stageworks I now have a clean, easy solution that works tons better than grimy
old duck tape (and looks pro too) =) These works great for drums as well.
They also have some other nifty products such as guitar stands that attaches to your acoustic guitar,
drum stick holders and stuff. Check them out by clicking on the image to the left!
2012/05/10 - HUGE pickup demo shootout with Tesla pickups
I've recorded a huge pickup demo shootout for Tesla pickups, listing 8 humbuckers in
various combinations, with everything from clean to rock tones.
Great sounding pickups, and at a very affordable price range!
Check the demo out by clicking on the image to the left!
2012/05/08 - Booth# set for China Music in Shanghai with MOEN FX
Just got the word that the booth(s) in Shanghai will be #E6A11 and #A13, for a total of 7x3m.
SO, if you're in Shanghai during the show in October, stop by MOEN FX!
2012/05/03 - The video blogs for Frankfurt Messe posted
Finally, after sifting through hours of footage (some good, some not so good),
I've edited out two blog posts for your viewing pleasure! In these videos you will see
tons of great playing, by many great musicians (mainly guitarists), and some clips
from the Messe in general. To check them out, either go to my YouTube channel
(link on the "home" page), or click on the image to the left to go to the blog.
2012/04/04 - Asian clinic tour booked
On the 9th of October I'm off to China for a clinic tour, starting with China Music Messe,
hen clinic work in Shanghai and Beijing. After that, I'm flying over to Japan for more clinics and performances
(and sushi!) in Tokyo.
In China I'll be doing the clinics in collaboration with killer Chinese effects company MOEN FX
(maker of my upcoming signature OD), and in Japan with the outstanding boutique pedals Leqtique.
I'll update the live section with specific dates, times and places for each individual show once a s chedule has been set.
hen clinic work in Shanghai and Beijing. After that, I'm flying over to Japan for more clinics and performances
(and sushi!) in Tokyo.
In China I'll be doing the clinics in collaboration with killer Chinese effects company MOEN FX
(maker of my upcoming signature OD), and in Japan with the outstanding boutique pedals Leqtique.
I'll update the live section with specific dates, times and places for each individual show once a s chedule has been set.
2012/03/12 - Frankfurt Musik Messe 2012 with blog!
Heading out for Frankfurt Musik Messe on Monday 19th March!
I will be demoing for Leqtique effects, Japan (just as I did at NAMM).
I will also (like at NAMM) do a blog
whilst there, with pictures and videos galore! So check out the
Frankfurt-blog here to stay tuned for all the madness! And, if you're at the show, stop by at Hall 4.1, booth E37 !!!
I will be demoing for Leqtique effects, Japan (just as I did at NAMM).
I will also (like at NAMM) do a blog
whilst there, with pictures and videos galore! So check out the
Frankfurt-blog here to stay tuned for all the madness! And, if you're at the show, stop by at Hall 4.1, booth E37 !!!
2012/02/09 - Video Playthrough of the PRS 25th Anniversary Swamp Ash Narrowfield Special
Long name, for a great guitar =) Short it's simply SAS. I did a short playthrough of it,
no backings or fancy recordings, just me and the guitar going through some clean and dirty tones!
Check it out!
Click on the image to the left to get to the YouTube video.
2012/02/09 - New endorsement with One Control Japan
I'm happy to announce another new endorsement, with One-Control of Japan. T
hese guys makes the smallest power supplies you've ever seen! Milled,
light weight aluminum housings, with great quality, will fit right at home on any pedal board.
The can also be linked together (which is the way I use them) to power even more pedals.
One-Control also makes loop systems (in collab with Björn Juhl), and blenders and more,
so check them out by clicking the image on the right.
hese guys makes the smallest power supplies you've ever seen! Milled,
light weight aluminum housings, with great quality, will fit right at home on any pedal board.
The can also be linked together (which is the way I use them) to power even more pedals.
One-Control also makes loop systems (in collab with Björn Juhl), and blenders and more,
so check them out by clicking the image on the right.
2012/01/27 - New endorsement with MOEN FX
I'm pleased to announce a new endorsement with MOEN FX! I had a chance to meet Steve,
the founder of MOEN at NAMM, and was blown away by the quality and design of his line up.
I'm using his GEC9 pedal switching system, and his compressor and delay pedals.
There is also a "secret" announcement to be made in the near future! Stay tuned!
And check their line up by clicking on the image! You can also see me use the GEC9 and pedals in the NAMM 2012 blog!
the founder of MOEN at NAMM, and was blown away by the quality and design of his line up.
I'm using his GEC9 pedal switching system, and his compressor and delay pedals.
There is also a "secret" announcement to be made in the near future! Stay tuned!
And check their line up by clicking on the image! You can also see me use the GEC9 and pedals in the NAMM 2012 blog!
2012/01/26 - The NAMM 2012 Video Blog
Since I didn't shoot video every single day of the show,
I decided to instead collect all the video in a new post,
for you guys to find it easily. Check it out on the Blog -section
of my site (top menu above, far right), and just scroll down to read through the posts.
2012/01/16 - NAMM 2012 Blog started!
Now I'm under way with the NAMM 2012 blog! I will do a new post every day of the week,
including the days I'm here leading up to the show. The posts will feature both pictures
and videos from and around the show, as well as other nocturnal activities, including
assorted famous guitar players, and cheese cake!
Check it out on the Blog -section of my site (top menu above, far right),
and just scroll down to read through the posts.
2011/12/29 - New endorsement with DEEFLEXX sound systems from HooVi!
HooVi has invented The "Deeflexx", a quantum leap in sound technology!
Say goodbye to plexiglass screens, beam blockers and what not, this is the future!
The Deeflexx breaks up the "beam" of your guitar speaker and spreads it perfectly
across the entire stage with no harshness anywhere. Perfect live guitar tone,
without that close-mic'ed monitor tone. Also works great in studio, as you can record
a full frequency guitar tone simply by placing a condensator mic on the upper half of
the Deeflexx. Check out this award-winning new innovation and HooVi,
the man behind it, by clicking on the image to the left. I'll be bringing one of these
with me to the NAMM show, so you will hear some great guitar tones in the Leqtique booth (#1143) opposite the Hall E Café!
Say goodbye to plexiglass screens, beam blockers and what not, this is the future!
The Deeflexx breaks up the "beam" of your guitar speaker and spreads it perfectly
across the entire stage with no harshness anywhere. Perfect live guitar tone,
without that close-mic'ed monitor tone. Also works great in studio, as you can record
a full frequency guitar tone simply by placing a condensator mic on the upper half of
the Deeflexx. Check out this award-winning new innovation and HooVi,
the man behind it, by clicking on the image to the left. I'll be bringing one of these
with me to the NAMM show, so you will hear some great guitar tones in the Leqtique booth (#1143) opposite the Hall E Café!
2011/12/25 - New guitar lesson at Infinite Guitar.com "X-mas Thunder from Down Under"
In time for Christmas, I have a new song-tutorial up at Infinite Guitar.com
This time a smokin' tune in the style of AC/DC! Not only is the actual playing in that style,
the whole mixing and recording of the song follows the "AC/DC blue print", which
means that this is also very in-depth tutorial in how to nail the AC/DC style and sound!
Check it out by clicking on the image to the left!
2011/12/17 - Jam over a Tom Quayle Backing (with me and 3 other string slingers)
So, this update is a treat for me! This jam is over a Tom Quayle funk/fusion backing,
where 4 guys "strut their stuff" =) The guys (in order of appearance) are: Jean-Do Leonelli,
Tom Richardson, Vladimir Maisiuk and finally myself. It was great fun, and a challenging
backing to play over at that! I'm happy to be a part of the jam, so go check out these guys
rip it up! Click on the image on the left for the video!
2011/12/09 - Overdrive Pedal Shootout, part 2
Part two of the pedal shootout I've recorded, pinning some various overdrive pedals
against one another. In this part I improvise over a backing track. Pedal used are the
same as below, and in the same order (also noted in the video). As always click on the
image on the left for the video!
2011/12/08 - Overdrive Pedal Shootout, part 1
Part one of a two part pedal shootout I've recorded, pinning some various overdrive
pedals against one another. In this part I just play them all through "raw".
The pedals used here are:
1.) BJF Honeybee clone
2.) Hermida Zendrive clone
3.) Suhr Riot clone
4.) Moonshine Big Smile
5.) Leqtique MAR (Maestro Antique Revised) Shun Nokina Design
In part 2 (up soon) I'll play through the same pedals over a backing track, to give you an idea of what they sound like in a musical setting. Click on the image on the left for the video!
pedals against one another. In this part I just play them all through "raw".
The pedals used here are:
1.) BJF Honeybee clone
2.) Hermida Zendrive clone
3.) Suhr Riot clone
4.) Moonshine Big Smile
5.) Leqtique MAR (Maestro Antique Revised) Shun Nokina Design
In part 2 (up soon) I'll play through the same pedals over a backing track, to give you an idea of what they sound like in a musical setting. Click on the image on the left for the video!
2011/12/01 - New guitar lesson at Infinite Guitar.com "Pentatonic Tapping & Open Strings"
This new lick-lesson gives you some sequences of tapping in the Eminor pentatonic scale.
These sequences also incorporates open strings, and will give you some ideas on how to
utilize these in your own playing. To check it out, click the image on the left.
2011/11/14 - New guitar lesson at Infinite Guitar.com "Finger Independence and Coordination"
New lesson up on Infinite Guitar, that deals with improving your finger independence and coordination,
but is not the usual "scale up and down" routine. Check it by clicking on the image!
2011/10/28 - Part 3 & 4 in my new lesson series now live on PlayAlong (in Swedish)
The following post is in Swedish only...
Nu är del 3&4 i min lektionsserie om modern legato och hybrid picking uppe på PlayAlong.se!
I dessa del börjar vi med arpeggierat legatospel och hybrid picking, och
börjar nu på allvar snegla på mer avancerade tekniska applikationer,
samt betydligt mer avancerade skal-val, mer inriktade mot improvisation i rock och fusion.
Klicka på länken ovan!
Nu är del 3&4 i min lektionsserie om modern legato och hybrid picking uppe på PlayAlong.se!
I dessa del börjar vi med arpeggierat legatospel och hybrid picking, och
börjar nu på allvar snegla på mer avancerade tekniska applikationer,
samt betydligt mer avancerade skal-val, mer inriktade mot improvisation i rock och fusion.
Klicka på länken ovan!
2011/10/27 - Booth no. for NAMM 2012 confirmed.
The booth no. is finally confirmed! I'll be at winter NAMM 2012 in Hall E,
booth #1143, with Leqtique effects of Japan (Shun Nokina design).
If you're at the show this year, be sure to drop by to try out some amazing pedals, and to shake some hands =)
2011/10/15 - Part 2 in my new lesson series now live on PlayAlong (in Swedish)
The following post is in Swedish only...
Nu är del 2 i min lektionsserie om modern legato och hybrid picking uppe på PlayAlong.se!
I denna del fortsätter vi med linjärt legatospel och hybrid picking, men börjar nu snegla
på mer avancerade tekniska applikationer, samt betydligt mer avancerade skal-val,
mer inriktade mot improvisation i rock och fusion. Klicka på länken ovan!
Nu är del 2 i min lektionsserie om modern legato och hybrid picking uppe på PlayAlong.se!
I denna del fortsätter vi med linjärt legatospel och hybrid picking, men börjar nu snegla
på mer avancerade tekniska applikationer, samt betydligt mer avancerade skal-val,
mer inriktade mot improvisation i rock och fusion. Klicka på länken ovan!
2011/10/01 - First lesson now LIVE on PlayAlong.se (in Swedish)
The following post is in Swedish only...
Då var så äntligen min första lektionsserie uppe på PlayAlong.se!
Denna första lektion behandlar modern legatoteknik och hybrid picking,
framförallt för rock och fusion.
I denna lektion kommer du lära dig både grunderna för tekniken, samt avancerade
applikationer både för linjärt spel och arpeggierat spel. Lektionsserien består av 4 delar,
och du kommer till den första genom att klicka på bilden till vänster.
Sedan kommer del 2-4 med ca en veckas mellanrum. Nu framöver kommer det även fler och fler andra lektionsserier med mig på PlayAlong,
både inom teknik, teori och improvisation. Så håll utkik här så missar du inget!
Då var så äntligen min första lektionsserie uppe på PlayAlong.se!
Denna första lektion behandlar modern legatoteknik och hybrid picking,
framförallt för rock och fusion.
I denna lektion kommer du lära dig både grunderna för tekniken, samt avancerade
applikationer både för linjärt spel och arpeggierat spel. Lektionsserien består av 4 delar,
och du kommer till den första genom att klicka på bilden till vänster.
Sedan kommer del 2-4 med ca en veckas mellanrum. Nu framöver kommer det även fler och fler andra lektionsserier med mig på PlayAlong,
både inom teknik, teori och improvisation. Så håll utkik här så missar du inget!
2011/09/15 - New lesson material in Swedish coming your way through PlayAlong.se!
It's been a long time in the making, but I am VERY happy to announce that I've
been contracted to produce my conceptual guitar lesson material for the hugely popular
Scandinavian site PlayAlong.se
This site caters to all instruments, and all levels. My lesson will be mainly geared towards intermediate and
advanced players, and the material is meant to be used both but the "self-study" type of member,
but as much for you teachers out there that want new, fresh and professional material for your more
advanced students! Stay tuned for my first lesson series, coming VERY soon!
been contracted to produce my conceptual guitar lesson material for the hugely popular
Scandinavian site PlayAlong.se
This site caters to all instruments, and all levels. My lesson will be mainly geared towards intermediate and
advanced players, and the material is meant to be used both but the "self-study" type of member,
but as much for you teachers out there that want new, fresh and professional material for your more
advanced students! Stay tuned for my first lesson series, coming VERY soon!
2011/09/15 - New guitar lesson at Infinite Guitar.com "Shawn Lane Lines"
This lesson provides you with some cool "falling down the stairs" type lines in the style of the late,
great Shawn Lane. To check it out, click the image on the left.
2011/08/25 - New guitar lesson at Infinite Guitar.com "Lateral Pentatonic Tapping"
The examples in this lesson will help you to start thinking in several boxes at the same time when
playing two-handed pentatonic stuff. And that does not only apply when playing boxes adjacent to each other,
but also even more so when your hands are spread far apart, several boxes apart even.
To check it out, click the image on the left.
2011/08/23 - Guitar Setup Videos
Ever wanted to learn more about how to set up and adjust your instrument?
Then check this video-series I did for my previous endorsers at Flaxwood Guitars.
Even though this video only features a Flaxwood guitar, the physics and techniques will
apply to your instrument as well! For you Swedes, a similar video tutorial in Swedish will
be made for PlayAlong.se in the future!
As always, click on the image on the left to view the videos.
2011/08/22 - New guitar lesson at Infinite Guitar.com "Note Targeting in Pentatonics"
New lesson up on Infinite Guitar. The goal of the "Note Targeting in Pentatonics" tutorial
is for you to be able to improvise freely across any key changes, anywhere on the neck,
and learn how to conceptually visualize scales and keys using scale superimposition.
To check it out, click the image on the left.
2011/08/02 - The STAIND Guitar Solo Competition (My Entry)
Here's my take for the STAIND Guitar Solo Competition! WAY cool of
the band to allow one lucky winner the chance to feature his/her solo on their new album!
MANY great entries so far, but one can always hope right? =)
Check mine out by clicking on the image to the right, and feel free to
spread the word and comment! You can the video version of this on YouTube by clicking HERE
the band to allow one lucky winner the chance to feature his/her solo on their new album!
MANY great entries so far, but one can always hope right? =)
Check mine out by clicking on the image to the right, and feel free to
spread the word and comment! You can the video version of this on YouTube by clicking HERE
2011/07/18 - New guitar lesson at Infinite Guitar.com "Hybrid Lick Extensions"
Did a short ”lick-based” tutorial for Infinite Guitar. This time we’re going to have
a look at a Hybrid Picking lick or ”line”. This line was something I came up with
in improvisation over an A Dorian groove.
Thus, the lick is primarily in the A Dorian mode, apart from the end where I
transition into A diminished.
To check it out, click the image on the left.
2011/06/21 - Tom Quayle jam!
Hey guys!
Sat around jamming over a brilliant backing by Tom Quayle, and here's what came out.
For some reason (duh) I can't seem to resist playing hybrid picking whenever I turn on a TQ-track hehe :)
And seriously guys, if you ever need a truly groovy track made (or just some inspiration),
make sure you contact Mr.Quayle!! As always, click on the image to view the video on YouTube!
Sat around jamming over a brilliant backing by Tom Quayle, and here's what came out.
For some reason (duh) I can't seem to resist playing hybrid picking whenever I turn on a TQ-track hehe :)
And seriously guys, if you ever need a truly groovy track made (or just some inspiration),
make sure you contact Mr.Quayle!! As always, click on the image to view the video on YouTube!
2011/06/04 - New website launch! FretDance.com is no more! Welcome richardlundmark.com!
The website (and "artist name") FretDance has been with me now for almost a decade,
and I feel that the time has come for me to drop this domain in favor of my own name.
Even though "The FretDance guy" has been a name I've been content with, I feel it does no
longer represent what I am about as a musician, and just as I have shedded myself of my earlier
musical incarnation, I feel it is also time to shed my FretDance domain.
All of those that still have the old FretDance.com site bookmarked, please update to
www.richardlundmark.com. Once again, out with the old, in with the new!
You can still find my old "Fretdance (2003)" album free for download here.
and I feel that the time has come for me to drop this domain in favor of my own name.
Even though "The FretDance guy" has been a name I've been content with, I feel it does no
longer represent what I am about as a musician, and just as I have shedded myself of my earlier
musical incarnation, I feel it is also time to shed my FretDance domain.
All of those that still have the old FretDance.com site bookmarked, please update to
www.richardlundmark.com. Once again, out with the old, in with the new!
You can still find my old "Fretdance (2003)" album free for download here.
2011/05/16 - PRS McCarty 58 Tobacco Burst Playthrough
Just going through the pickup positions of my new PRs McCarty 58, sound is a little bass heavy,
and sloppy playing is on the house guys! =)
As always, click on the image to view the video on YouTube!
2011/05/08 - The Daniele Gottardo Guitar Competition - My entry
So, here's my take for the Gottardo guitar competition. It was a great track to solo over,
truly masterful production by Daniele. Not at all my musical forté, but I figured I'd give it a
shot anyway =) Unfortunately I managed to move my chair a bit when sitting down to record,
which put the image slightly out of focus, sorry about that guys. Click the image on the left to
view the video on YouTube.
For this video I used the PRS McCarty 58 Tobacco burst, through a Marshall JVM
(in standby/preamp out mode) into Recabinet 3 in Logic.
truly masterful production by Daniele. Not at all my musical forté, but I figured I'd give it a
shot anyway =) Unfortunately I managed to move my chair a bit when sitting down to record,
which put the image slightly out of focus, sorry about that guys. Click the image on the left to
view the video on YouTube.
For this video I used the PRS McCarty 58 Tobacco burst, through a Marshall JVM
(in standby/preamp out mode) into Recabinet 3 in Logic.
2011/05/01 - New guitar lesson at Infinite Guitar.com "Nuno's Trick Bag - Funk Rock Licks"
Just uploaded a new lesson at Infinite Guitar.com. This time a funk/rock jam
packed with licks and tricks in the style/genre of Nuno Bettencourt of Extreme.
This time Mats Ronander's old -71 Goldtop got to see some air time.
Check out the performance video by clicking the image on the left.
If you'd like it, go to InfiniteGuitar.com for the full lesson with transcription.
packed with licks and tricks in the style/genre of Nuno Bettencourt of Extreme.
This time Mats Ronander's old -71 Goldtop got to see some air time.
Check out the performance video by clicking the image on the left.
If you'd like it, go to InfiniteGuitar.com for the full lesson with transcription.
2011/04/11 - Guitar Control Solo Contest. Winners announced
Today the top 10 vids for the Guitar Control Solo Contest were announced.
Myself, I finished in 2nd place. Click the image on the left to check out my solo.
Click here for the top ten videos and the jury verdicts. In my case, the verdict was:
"What can we say about this guy? Great player -- he has it all: technique, note choice,
timing, and feel, not to mention amazing tone. Although, it would have been cool to hear him solo for longer."
Myself, I finished in 2nd place. Click the image on the left to check out my solo.
Click here for the top ten videos and the jury verdicts. In my case, the verdict was:
"What can we say about this guy? Great player -- he has it all: technique, note choice,
timing, and feel, not to mention amazing tone. Although, it would have been cool to hear him solo for longer."
2011/03/16 - New endorsement with Recabinet!
I'm proud to announce that I am now an official endorser of Recabinet - Speaker Cabinet Simulation
(Impulse Response Technology). With Recabinet 3 the Recabinet team has taken their stellar impulse
responses and added the coolest and most user-friendly interface ever!
You can now seamlessly mix and match cabs and mics in real time, no more tedious loading of presets
one by one equals creative freedom! Visit the Recabinet site here
(Impulse Response Technology). With Recabinet 3 the Recabinet team has taken their stellar impulse
responses and added the coolest and most user-friendly interface ever!
You can now seamlessly mix and match cabs and mics in real time, no more tedious loading of presets
one by one equals creative freedom! Visit the Recabinet site here
2011/02/20 - Guitar Control Solo Contest Entry.
Stumbled across this competition in a forum and thought the track was pretty happening!
Has been years since I entered something like this (last time I felt compelled was for the Greg Howe ones).
Couldn't resist the groove (nor the prices ;) Was recording the below video with the Suhr and Egnater,
so I basically just kept on playing as the sun set outside (hence the darker lighting in the contest video :) )
Check it out on YouTube by clicking on the image at the left!
Has been years since I entered something like this (last time I felt compelled was for the Greg Howe ones).
Couldn't resist the groove (nor the prices ;) Was recording the below video with the Suhr and Egnater,
so I basically just kept on playing as the sun set outside (hence the darker lighting in the contest video :) )
Check it out on YouTube by clicking on the image at the left!
2011/02/19 - Fusion Solo - Suhr Custom Modern Red Drip vs. Egnater Rebel 30
Recorded some tones with a Suhr Modern Custom Red Drip, with Aldrich humbuckers,
running it through an Egnater Rebel 30 head. For the first part I'm improvising over a static
kinda vamp in F#min I came up with, and for the second part I'm improvising over a
Dm Groove track from the incomparable Tom Quayle's excellent Melodic Minor lesson.
Click the image on the left to go directly to the clip on YouTube. For more on Tom Quayle's lessons, click HERE
running it through an Egnater Rebel 30 head. For the first part I'm improvising over a static
kinda vamp in F#min I came up with, and for the second part I'm improvising over a
Dm Groove track from the incomparable Tom Quayle's excellent Melodic Minor lesson.
Click the image on the left to go directly to the clip on YouTube. For more on Tom Quayle's lessons, click HERE
2011/02/07 - Live Guitar Clinic @ the BeatMeet Festival
Doing a guitar clinic at the Beatmeet festival in Umeå, Friday February 18th, 18:00.
The clinic will be filled with songs, improvisations and more. Open floor for any questions regarding
technique, improvisation, guitar set-up, what ever you want!
The clinic will be held in Idun Folkets Hus in down town Umeå, in the room "Loke" at 18:00.
Welcome!
2011/02/07 - Live Radio Show - Performance & Interview
This Wednesday February 18th, I will be doing a live radio performance & interview
in the morning show Espresso, the show will be about me, my music, and my upcoming
guitar clinic at the BeatMeet festival.
To listen to the show live, or afterwards in the archive, go here
2011/01/24 - Overdrive Pedal Demo - Leqtique Maestro Antique Revised
Here is Part 1 of a pedal demo of Shun Nokina's new brand "Leqtique" and the
MAR - Maestro Antique Revised Overdrive. Part 2 (and 3) was actually recorded
before this so don't be confused.
Also, it is worth to note that my recording equipment is significantly better since
those were recorded, thus this first part gives a better representation of what pedal sounds like.
Furthermore, both part 2 and 3 uses just a personal setting of mine that might or might not be to your taste :)
check it out by clicking on the image on the left (you will then be able to watch all three parts in sequence).
MAR - Maestro Antique Revised Overdrive. Part 2 (and 3) was actually recorded
before this so don't be confused.
Also, it is worth to note that my recording equipment is significantly better since
those were recorded, thus this first part gives a better representation of what pedal sounds like.
Furthermore, both part 2 and 3 uses just a personal setting of mine that might or might not be to your taste :)
check it out by clicking on the image on the left (you will then be able to watch all three parts in sequence).
2011/01/22 - The Blog is now live!
I've added a blog to the site, which will contain not only tidbits of everyday thoughts and events,
but also extensive posts on music in general and guitar playing in particular.
Click the open book on the left, or find it on the top nav-bar.
2011/01/12 - Egnater Rebel 30 half stack (extensive) demo
This Egnater Rebel 30 half stack arrived in time to start off the New Year,
so I decided to record a demo of it. The demo is very long (30min+) so get yourself a
large cup of java and get ready for an excessive amount of “Swenglish” and guitar noodling =)
I’ve demoed the amp miced up, used the built-in recording out, and also used line out into
impulse responses. Furthermore I’ve used a PRS 513, a 1971 Les Paul, and the Leqtique "Maestro Antique OD"-pedal.
Check out the video info for further details. Click on the image to the left to go directly to the video on YouTube
so I decided to record a demo of it. The demo is very long (30min+) so get yourself a
large cup of java and get ready for an excessive amount of “Swenglish” and guitar noodling =)
I’ve demoed the amp miced up, used the built-in recording out, and also used line out into
impulse responses. Furthermore I’ve used a PRS 513, a 1971 Les Paul, and the Leqtique "Maestro Antique OD"-pedal.
Check out the video info for further details. Click on the image to the left to go directly to the video on YouTube
2011/01/12 - PRS 513 meets Leqtique "Maestro Antique OD"
Uploaded a short vid with a PRS 513 through a Leqtique "Maestro Antique OD"
(a Japanese boutique "modern" tube screamer). Very open, very clear and creamy.
Marries well with both modern guitars (the PRS) as well as with vintage
(the Les Paul I use in a video over the same track). Click on the image to the
left to go directly to the video on YouTube
I get some questions regarding my first album FretDance (2003), and if it is available to purchase online.
Unfortunately the album was never made available for purchase on iTunes or the likes,
so what I've done instead is to give you the chance to listen to and download the entire album for FREE!
This album is very much in the the progressive rock genre, whilst my playing today is
geared more towards modern rock/fusion and funk-rock. My next album (when I have the time to record it)
will be in this genre, so expect something very different from what you hear on FretDance.
I've made the album available on Soundclick, so just click on the image, or HERE to listen to and download the tracks off the album.
Unfortunately the album was never made available for purchase on iTunes or the likes,
so what I've done instead is to give you the chance to listen to and download the entire album for FREE!
This album is very much in the the progressive rock genre, whilst my playing today is
geared more towards modern rock/fusion and funk-rock. My next album (when I have the time to record it)
will be in this genre, so expect something very different from what you hear on FretDance.
I've made the album available on Soundclick, so just click on the image, or HERE to listen to and download the tracks off the album.
2010/12/23 - New X-mas special lesson up on Infinite Guitar
Infinite Guitar Santa's Knuckle Busting X-mas Special!
Check it out, and go from Elf to Grinch in 4 steps!
2010/12/18 - Metal/fusion clinic clip on YouTube
Hi guys, did a short clinic today at a local metal festival.
I've uploaded a excerpt from this clinic, where i discuss developing and soloing over scale chord voicings in
modern metal fusion(ala Meshuggah). The vid is in Swedish, but I added a short resume in the beginning so
you'll know what I'm doing. Gear for today was: PRS 513 -- Boogie Studio Pre -- Macbook Pro and Apogee --
Redwirez cabinet impuls responses (Boogie w. V30s/SM57 Cap Edge -1).
Click on the image to the left to go directly to the vido on YouTube, or watch here at the website in the Media section!
I've uploaded a excerpt from this clinic, where i discuss developing and soloing over scale chord voicings in
modern metal fusion(ala Meshuggah). The vid is in Swedish, but I added a short resume in the beginning so
you'll know what I'm doing. Gear for today was: PRS 513 -- Boogie Studio Pre -- Macbook Pro and Apogee --
Redwirez cabinet impuls responses (Boogie w. V30s/SM57 Cap Edge -1).
Click on the image to the left to go directly to the vido on YouTube, or watch here at the website in the Media section!