bloodydrake
Cool Smoke Luke
dejay said:
Dean Winchester definitely plays a Les Paul ;-)
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Rocksmith |OT| While My Guitar Gently Weeps
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Dean Winchester definitely plays a Les Paul ;-)
Tonner Cyn
Member
I'm really tempted to pick up a cheap electric to use in place of my Line 6 Variax. Nothing wrong with the Variax, it just uses 6 AA batteries. Best Buy had (had?) the Epiphone Les Paul Jr for $119 but I see they have the Dean Vendetta XMT on sale for $100. That's got a retail price of over $200 I believe, so I'm thinking it may be the better choice. Any input?
Shao Kahn Brewing a Stew
Banned
Got a few questions answered over at Reddit:
1. The PS3 version has The Black Keys' song at $4.99, whereas in the newsletter/PR it says $2.99. Can the price error be fixed? Also, can there be a "Pack" released with all the week's track available for $6.99? That would immensely increase the buying power of DLC.
# that's a clerical error that will be fixed tomorrow. Songs should be $2.99
2. Is there a way to add "Menu Audio" level under Options? I can reduce volume of everything except for the menu. I have the game plugged in directly to my amp to completely remove audio lag but it's an AUX port so the game menu audio is VERY LOUD.
# There aren't any plans to add this at the moment - as we're working on our update we'll check the mix
3. Will the PC version be released on Steam?
# We're still working on our ideal delivery format - the issue is you need the physical Real Tone Cable to play
4. Wishlist: Is there an "effects pedal" in the work, with each pedal assigned the facebuttons, so instead of holding the controller and pressing X or O, you can stomp on the pedal and change the effect!? If not, WORK ON IT as I'll buy it, and I'm sure others will as well! It will also help when playing in PC and will make the game that much immersive.
# A few people have asked for this - I suggest trying a dance mat right now - we may add usb pedal later
5. Will there be a "drum machine/track" pack feature added/released? I would love to make this the ultimate jamming experience and it would be fun to choose the drum beats and BPM while I practice or just jam.
# This is not specifically in our plans, but could be a nice addition, I agree!
6. Comments related to my thread? http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=449027
# Will follow, too much to read right now!
7. DLC request oncoming! David Bowie, Nine Inch Nails, Metallica, Megadeth, Bad Religion, Eagles of Death Metal, Queens of the Stone Age, Foo Fighters, Guns N' Roses, Iron Maiden, Joy Division, Kyuss, The Beatles, Pink Floyd, The Smiths, Tool, TV on The Radio, Van Halen, Led Zeppelin.
But hey, I'm sure you all know about these requests and working on it!Thanks for the awesomeness!
# nice choices
bloodydrake
Cool Smoke Luke
cool info
hope they get it on steam and just make it a requirement to buy the tone cable for 360 or ps3 or just make it steam works but gotta buy it physical to get cable
hope they get it on steam and just make it a requirement to buy the tone cable for 360 or ps3 or just make it steam works but gotta buy it physical to get cable
bloodydrake
Cool Smoke Luke
Schlomo said:
was that for the game only or the bundle(guitar one)? It might be doing better then projected..which would be great
The Albatross
Member
Bl4ckSunsh1n3 said:
this is true some of the time. But if they ask you to play a high E and you play an open E, a lot of times they won't give it to you.
Maddog said:
Ouch.
Good news is my copy of the game is en-route to me, currently in some LA processing centre.
Bad news is:
So, I'll be staring at the game cover for two weeks
(edit) It's my own damn fault - the website has them listed as "coming soon" :forehead slap:
Bad news is:
From the language they were using in previous correspondence I was under the impression they had them in stock, ready to ship. They've got my money now so I'm not gonna try and source one from somewhere else.
So, I'll be staring at the game cover for two weeks
(edit) It's my own damn fault - the website has them listed as "coming soon" :forehead slap:
bloodydrake
Cool Smoke Luke
dejay said:Good news is my copy of the game is en-route to me, currently in some LA processing centre.
Bad news is:
From the language they were using in previous correspondence I was under the impression they had them in stock, ready to ship. They've got my money now so I'm not gonna try and source one from somewhere else.
So, I'll be staring at the game cover for two weeks
(edit) It's my own damn fault - the website has them listed as "coming soon" :forehead slap:
Long and Mcquade didn't have them listed as avail when I got mine either. I had a tech check new stock and their warehouse in Mississauga showed as in stock so he got one sent to the store.
I think they're just getting them out now to alot of places.
Good Luck tho hope its sooner then later
I'm sorry but I can't help you much then.
I've done a quick google search and I found this, maybe it's worth a try:
Some ways to get your disc out of your dead/broken ps3.
I've done a quick google search and I found this, maybe it's worth a try:
Some ways to get your disc out of your dead/broken ps3.
Shao Kahn Brewing a Stew
Banned
Yeah. You can buy the cable for $30 on it's own. Getting this for $30 or less on Steam would be ideal since I already own the cable.bloodydrake said:
bloodydrake
Cool Smoke Luke
Philthy
Member
Tonner Cyn said:
People have been really having a love affair with the Epiphones as of late. There is a lot of contention on that the build quality has been improved to the point where the mid range Epiphone Gibson copies are better than the Gibsons themselves due to really poor QA in the USA plants. I don't play either brand, but I follow the discussions.
I personally own an LTD M-10 which runs about $150, and put in Seymour Duncan hot rodded humbuckers. It is light, feels great, and sounds great. I also own an American Fender Stratocaster. I love both, and wouldn't want to give up either.
One thing that applies to all guitars is sitting down with it, and just feeling it out. Does it feel good in your hands? Is the weight okay? Is the neck comfortable? Too thick? Too thin?
Even as a beginner you should be able to have an idea after just putzing with 5-10 guitars. Find something cheap to make your own. Don't be afraid to mod it, and learn on it. Bang on it, shred it.
LOVE & TRUTH
Banned
Hmm, the game is out of stock in Play-Asia too (again). Interesting! Hope it bodes well for the sales.The Boat said:
I'm going to buy two DLC songs next week to give more money to the Rocksmith team!
You shouldn't, I think (by "separately from the HDMI" you mean you're using an analog cable PS3-PC, right?).The Boat said:
Frankly, I don't feel that much lag (maybe a little bit, maybe), even though I'm using HDMI-only solution. Must be because I never played guitar before.
Congrats, man!! Hope I'd reach that level someday.jgkspsx said:
Yeah, I have composite cables and and adapter to hook it up to the PC.LOVE & TRUTH said:You shouldn't, I think (by "separately from the HDMI" you mean you're using an analog cable PS3-PC, right?).
Frankly, I don't feel that much lag (maybe a little bit, maybe), even though I'm using HDMI-only solution. Must be because I never played guitar before.
Beer Monkey
Member
Any suggestions on a CHEAP pickup for an acoustic guitar? My only guitar is an acoustic and the only thing I will ever use the pickup for is Rocksmith. And I'm on a very tight budget right now.
shagg_187 said:
That's what I'm hoping for. Going to grab this for a console and then hopefully double dip on a steam sale for some good mods.
Is there a concensus on if the PS3 or 360 version is better? I'm leaning PS3 since I have two consoles (more practice time, vs having to share the 360 with our main TV.)
However, I would lean towards 360 for the DLC since I can get those points on sale more often. Anyone know if there is a major difference between the two console versions or should I just grab the PS3 version so I can practice in my bedroom?
Picked this up today for the PS3, really loving it!
I've been practicing and trying to memorize open cords and power cords for months prior to this... became too busy for a few months, and forgot all of the finger placements. I'm not sure if I was either too busy or just bored by tedious memorization.
In the first few hours of playing Rocksmith, I've played a single note song from the Rolling Stones over and over, and got the hang of it (somewhat). It was strange, at first, I was pretty bad. I had to sit down and play, look at the fret numbers and string I was playing. By the 3rd and 4th play through, my fingers would glide along as if they knew which fret was which without me even looking. It was a strange feeling.
Then I played an awesome game of Ducks, and I guess subconsciously it's finally clicking because I was blasting ducks after a moment, without needing to look at the frets. Eventually, I bought Radiohead's Bodysnatchers (in hopes to play in down the road).
This makes learning so much more entertaining and less of a chore.
I hate to admit it, but even though I bought MGS: HD Collection today and have been looking forward to playing Peace Walker online for a year, I'm having much more fun with this. I'm sorry Snake, I've let you down. I would salute you but my fingers are killing me.
Sorry for the blog, GAF. I'm just in awe with this game
I've been practicing and trying to memorize open cords and power cords for months prior to this... became too busy for a few months, and forgot all of the finger placements. I'm not sure if I was either too busy or just bored by tedious memorization.
In the first few hours of playing Rocksmith, I've played a single note song from the Rolling Stones over and over, and got the hang of it (somewhat). It was strange, at first, I was pretty bad. I had to sit down and play, look at the fret numbers and string I was playing. By the 3rd and 4th play through, my fingers would glide along as if they knew which fret was which without me even looking. It was a strange feeling.
Then I played an awesome game of Ducks, and I guess subconsciously it's finally clicking because I was blasting ducks after a moment, without needing to look at the frets. Eventually, I bought Radiohead's Bodysnatchers (in hopes to play in down the road).
This makes learning so much more entertaining and less of a chore.
I hate to admit it, but even though I bought MGS: HD Collection today and have been looking forward to playing Peace Walker online for a year, I'm having much more fun with this. I'm sorry Snake, I've let you down. I would salute you but my fingers are killing me.
Sorry for the blog, GAF. I'm just in awe with this game
Shao Kahn Brewing a Stew
Banned
^^ great impressions! I tried Bodysnatchers today. Such a fun song to play!
The game turned up at work today - pretty much a two day delivery from Amazon to Sydney, which was super quick. I just fired it up and yeah, the intro and the two screens I was able to access were pretty good. Can't wait until I get a guitar for it!
Anyway, I dusted my acoustic off, tuned it up and I tried to play along to a couple of tracks on youtube. I found the interface to be quite workable, although I think I'll need to give that ducks game a good workout to get used to matching the fretting hand to the on screen prompts. I'll noodle around with my acoustic until my guitar turns up to toughen my fingers up again.
Anyway, I dusted my acoustic off, tuned it up and I tried to play along to a couple of tracks on youtube. I found the interface to be quite workable, although I think I'll need to give that ducks game a good workout to get used to matching the fretting hand to the on screen prompts. I'll noodle around with my acoustic until my guitar turns up to toughen my fingers up again.
LOVE & TRUTH
Banned
I have almost mastered the riff from Surf Hell. I feel like a god! Thank you, Rocksmith!
(been playing guitar for two weeks, playing Rocksmith for three days)
(been playing guitar for two weeks, playing Rocksmith for three days)
Eyemus Lutt
Member
As someone who has never played a guitar but wants to learn how beginer friendly is the game?
Does it go over the notes and what they are, or does it expect you to know the basics?
Does it go over the notes and what they are, or does it expect you to know the basics?
LOVE & TRUTH
Banned
The game is overwhelming at first (that is, playing a guitar is very overwhelming - at least for meEyemus Lutt said:
), but it is very beginner-friendly. My wife started playing too and enjoys it a lot, just strumming along with "I can't get no satisfaction".The game does not tell you what notes you're playing, but why would you want to know that in the first place? :-D
Bodysnatchers is a good beginner song, IMO. Clean and easily audible lines for both parts, limited group of hand positions, difficulty scales up in a linear way. Recommended, especially if you like the song.
This has pretty much destroyed my desire to play RB Pro Guitar anymore, though. I never liked the vertical orientation of the guitar neck in any of the GH/RB games, and dealing with a full fretboard it's just intolerable, especially with this to compare it to. Oh well.
This has pretty much destroyed my desire to play RB Pro Guitar anymore, though. I never liked the vertical orientation of the guitar neck in any of the GH/RB games, and dealing with a full fretboard it's just intolerable, especially with this to compare it to. Oh well.
Shao Kahn Brewing a Stew
Banned
Gamestop deal:
Can't say I'm a LITTLE jealous...
Can't say I'm a LITTLE jealous...
Yep, PS3 version it is
edit: Ahh it's valid for both, damn, still think I'll go PS3 just so I can practice in the bedroom and the front.
Can't wait to join in on the fun, so glad this game is getting such rave reviews from real guitar players. Hopefully it does well enough for a sequel or at least a lot of DLC.
edit: Ahh it's valid for both, damn, still think I'll go PS3 just so I can practice in the bedroom and the front.
Can't wait to join in on the fun, so glad this game is getting such rave reviews from real guitar players. Hopefully it does well enough for a sequel or at least a lot of DLC.
i just played this tonight and all i can say is wow. this is fantastic. a great learning tool and really fun to play. ive been playing guitar for a while now, but my buddy wanted to give it a go, and its great for everyone beginners to experts. i was really impressed by the amount of content in it. theres the main game, challenges, a free play mode, and so much other stuff. this is well worth the money
Bl4ckSunsh1n3
Member
The Albatross said:
By high E do you mean 5th fret on the B string? If so and open E (I'm guessing this is the high E string) doesn't register then you are out of tune. If you have problems on higher E notes (for example the 12th fret on the high E string) then your intonation might need adjusted.
I haven't had a problem with it registering tones correctly yet.
toymachine
Member
toymachine
Member
LOVE & TRUTH
Banned
I can't find Smoke On The Water in the PSN Store.toymachine said:
Bought "More Than A Feeling", but no luck with the Smoke. Region-coded DLC? Strange. Will try again tonight.Yes, you can. It will have more lag than the composite/component solution, but will still better than the HDMI-only solution.tsab said:
LOVE & TRUTH
Banned
People from GameFAQs confirm this - there's no "Smoke On The Water" for PS3. Nice one, Ubisoft. Enjoying your hats full of moneys?
fuckers
Bl4ckSunsh1n3
Member
From RockSmith's Facebook page:
For those wondering about the DLC on PS3 and the missing Deep Purple track: Were pushing to have Smoke On The Water live on PSN by mid-December. Sorry for the inconvenience, and thanks for your continued support!
For those wondering about the DLC on PS3 and the missing Deep Purple track: Were pushing to have Smoke On The Water live on PSN by mid-December. Sorry for the inconvenience, and thanks for your continued support!
AlphaSnake
...and that, kids, was the first time I sucked a dick for crack
tsab said:
Not all optical devices are equal. My Sony receiver uses optical and has a half-second uncorrectable lag with the game. HDMI had none.