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Gigging essentials
By an Amazon.com customer
Musicians Gear Deluxe Electric Guitar Case, BlackMusicians Gear Deluxe Electric Guitar Case, Black
Buy new: $39.99
You need something a little more sturdy than a gig bag but you dont have the cash for a expensive case. Here is a nice alternative
TU2 Chromatic Pedal TunerTU2 Chromatic Pedal Tuner
There are cheaper ones out there but I found this to be a perfect tuner and very easy to see on dark stages.
Fender Koilkord# 30' Premium Inst CableFender Koilkord# 30' Premium Inst Cable
Buy new: $29.99
You need a quality instrument cable for quality sound. And you should always have a back up. Try different brands to find what you like.
Ernie Ball Regular Slinky String Set (10 - 46)Ernie Ball Regular Slinky String Set (10 - 46)
Buy new: $5.09
Always have a least an extra pack with you. Again, try different brands and gauges till you find something that suits you but these are good start.
Planet Waves CT-03 Pro Winder TunerPlanet Waves CT-03 Pro Winder Tuner
Buy new: $19.75
Another hady item you should have with you. It's winder, string cutter, and tuner in one package.
Kyser Quick Change Guitar Capo (Black)Kyser Quick Change Guitar Capo (Black)
Buy new: $15.42
Good to have just in case.
Levys PM32SF Black Leather with Turquoise Leather Guitar StrapLevys PM32SF Black Leather with Turquoise Leather Guitar Strap
Buy new: $46.95
A good strap is a good thing.
Ernie Ball Wonder Wipes String Cleaner Large 8" CanErnie Ball Wonder Wipes String Cleaner Large 8" Can
Buy new: $9.84
When your finished your gig and before you put the guitar in it's case, give the strings a good wipe with one of these. Your strings will thank you for it.
Groove Tube 12AX7 Russian Amp Vacuum TubeGroove Tube 12AX7 Russian Amp Vacuum Tube
Buy new: $20.00
A very inexpensive way to change the tone of your tube powered amp. Try swapping out the first preamp tube near the input with this. Or find a brand of tube that suits you
Electro-Harmonix 6L6 EH Quartet Platinum MatchedElectro-Harmonix 6L6 EH Quartet Platinum Matched
Buy new: $85.36
Good for most Fender amps. Always make sure they are "matched" and always have a spare handy. Not to mention the correct type of fuses.