Is it possible use a guitar amp software on an acoustic guitar?

Usman

I bought a microphone that can stick to my shirt, in short, a pinch microphone. I have a sound system that i use with my pc and it has a microphone port of 6mm ( I think ). I insert the mic head into the sound hole of my acoustic guitar and i plug in the mic and voila! It works fine. Now I can hear my acoustic guitar amplified. But I want to use a guitar amp software on my acoustic guitar. Tell me if it is possible with that.
Thanks in advance.

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Technically yes you can do that. You'd use a multitrack audio software that takes VST or AU (Mac) plugins, and load that amp sim as a plugin. Then you'd record to that track, and the signal will be processed by the amp sim.

However, the guitar amp software typically expects the input signal to sound like that of an electric guitar, which by itself is quite dull and muddy sounding. Since an acoustic is brighter and sharper sounding, through a guitar amp sim you might get a thin scratchy sound. You could put an EQ plugin prior to the amp sim and roll off the highs a bit, maybe the lows too and approximate an electric guitar if you're going for a distorted sound.

If you want a clean sound, then you're better off running the acoustic guitar signal directly through an EQ, compressor, and reverb plugin without need for an amp sim.

Where is the best place to find free vst plugins for fruity loops?

midaman36

I was really hoping to find a bunch of free vst plugins because i just simply don't have enough instruments to choose from.. for instance i was hoping to get an acoustic guitar plug in and a violin plugin, among many other things. any help would be greatly appreciated :)

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http://www.vst4free.com/ is real nice. It has user ratings so you don't end up downloading hundreds of wasteful VST's.

http://www.vstplanet.com/ is pretty good too. Almost everything on here is top notch quality.

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acoustic guitar for beginners..?

Katie

Hey,
i'm looking to get a cheap acoustic guitar. i'm a beginner. any ideas on where to get one for $100 or less?

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If you are just beginning, you want to make sure you buy a guitar that "calls your name." What I mean is that if you buy a cheap guitar, it will be a real chore to play and you will get tired of playing sooner and your fingers will hurt worse because the action will stink. If you are going to get a guitar, start with a model that costs around $350-400. Fender makes a couple in that price range. Also, Yamaha and Ibanez have some good models in that range. They aren't going to be the best but they are decent enough that they won't cause you to lose interest because of poor quality action. Buying a super cheap guitar is a common mistake that causes a lot of would-be guitar players to give up. If you only have $100 then buy a good used one out of the paper or at a guitar shop.

Additional Info: I found a guitar in the Musiciansfriend catalogue that cost $79.99 and would be less than $100 with shipping. Go online to musiciansfriend.com and search for Rogue guitars, The model is the RA-100D Dreadnought. You can choose black or sunburst finish and they offer a gig bag for another $20. However, I still think you will be happier with a $350 Fender or Yamaha.

Acoustic Guitar for Beginners?

marissajoy

I was thinking of purchasing an acoustic guitar. I do not have one, and I have no idea of what kind to buy. Does anyone who has EXPERIENCE in guitars know what would be a good one for a beginner? Preferably nothing too expensive. Also, some suggestions for places to buy one would be awesome!
I want to purchase a CLASSICAL ACOUSTIC GUITAR. Nothing fancy :]
No, I do not plan on taking guitar lessons.

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Do not buy a classical guitar unless you're interested in classical music. Instead, buy a steel string guitar which is much more versatile. In the beginner price range - just under $200 - there are several good brands including Yamaha, Fender, Ibanez, and Epiphone. Go to a good music store with a large selection, like Guitar Center or Sam Ash.

The other poster was right; you should take lessons. Trying to learn on your own is fraught with difficulty. A teacher will get you off to a good start, answer all of your questions, and keep you from making mistakes. Good luck.

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