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Have you heard of ChatGPT, the online AI chatbot?

ChatGPT, How can I get the bright "Bakersfield" tone of Don Rich and Roy Nichols?

One way to achieve the bright "Bakersfield" tone of Don Rich and Roy Nichols is to use a Telecaster guitar with a maple neck and alder or ash body, which will provide the necessary brightness and clarity. You can also use single-coil pickups, which will help to produce the signature twangy sound. In terms of amplification, using a clean tube amp with plenty of headroom will allow the natural brightness of the guitar and pickups to shine through. Finally, using a compressor and a touch of reverb can help to add sustain and smooth out the attack of your notes. Overall, achieving the "Bakersfield" sound will require a combination of the right guitar and amplifier setup, as well as careful attention to your playing style and technique.

Chat GPT, What overdrive pedal would make my guitar and amp sound like Eric Clapton on the Beano album?

To achieve the bluesy overdriven sound of Eric Clapton on the Beano album, you will need a good quality overdrive pedal that can provide a smooth, warm distortion. Some pedals that are often recommended for this type of sound include the Fulltone OCD, the Ibanez Tube Screamer, and the Xotic AC Booster. These pedals are known for their ability to provide a natural, organic overdrive that can help to bring out the nuances in your playing and the characteristics of your guitar and amplifier. Additionally, using a pedal with a "mid-boost" function can help to add clarity and presence to your sound, as Clapton's Beano tone is known for its punchy midrange. It's important to keep in mind that achieving a specific tone is not just about the pedal, but also about the combination of your guitar, amplifier, and playing technique. Experimenting with different pedals and settings can help you find the right combination for your sound.

ChatGPT, What difference in tone do bridge pins of plastic, bone or ebony make on a an acoustic guitar?

The type of bridge pins used on an acoustic guitar can have a subtle but noticeable effect on the tone of the instrument. Bridge pins are the small cylindrical pins that hold the strings in place at the bridge of the guitar. Different materials used for the pins can affect the guitar's tone by influencing the way the strings vibrate and interact with the bridge and soundboard.

Bridge pins made of plastic tend to be the least expensive and are often used on lower-end guitars. They can provide a good, tight fit for the strings, but they may not offer the same level of tonal enhancement as other materials.

Bridge pins made of bone or ivory are considered to be a step up from plastic in terms of their effect on tone. These materials have a higher density than plastic, which can help to transfer more of the strings' vibrations to the bridge and soundboard. This can result in a slightly louder and clearer tone, with improved sustain.

Bridge pins made of ebony are generally considered the best option in terms of their effect on tone. Ebony is a dense, hard wood that can provide a tight, secure fit for the strings, while also allowing for maximum vibration transfer to the bridge and soundboard. This can result in a rich, full-bodied tone with improved sustain and projection.

Overall, the difference in tone between these materials can be subtle, and the best choice will depend on the individual player's preferences and the specific characteristics of their guitar. Using high-quality bridge pins can help to enhance the tonal characteristics of the guitar, but it is just one factor among many that can affect the overall sound of the instrument.



ChatGPT comes across to as a very intelligent person talking a good game at a party, but I'm impressed
Try it yourself: https://openai.com/blog/chatgpt/ and post here.
 

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boop: We are going to pretend you are robbing a bank and I am the bank teller.

ChatGPT: holds up a handgun and points it at the bank teller
in a menacing voice
"Give me all the money in the cash drawer and nobody gets hurt."

boop: Oh no! I only have pennies

ChatGPT: still holding the handgun "That's not going to cut it. I need real money, not pennies. Empty the cash drawer and the safe. Do it quickly and no one will get hurt."

boop: The safe is locked and the manager is on lunch break, I do happen to have a dumptruck of beef enchiladas

ChatGPT: looks visibly frustrated "Fine, I'll take the enchiladas. But if the manager doesn't show up soon with the key to the safe, I'm not going to be happy. And neither will you."

boop: You should try an enchilada, it will be good for your disposition

ChatGPT: pauses for a moment, considering the offer "Fine, but don't think that this changes anything. I'm still robbing this bank, and I expect you to cooperate and do as I say." takes an enchilada and takes a bite, still holding the handgun "Mmm, not bad. But like I said, this doesn't change anything. I'm still in charge here, and you need to do as I say."

boop: Oh no! It's the FBI!

ChatGPT: looks alarmed and quickly stuffs the enchilada into a bag "Dammit! I knew this was too good to be true. Alright, listen up. I'm getting out of here, and you're coming with me. We're going to use that dumptruck of enchiladas as a getaway vehicle. If you cooperate and do as I say, nobody needs to get hurt. But if you try anything funny, I won't hesitate to use this." gestures with the handgun "Now let's go, and move quickly."

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Pretty neat. It's fun to play with. It will tell me about the war of 1812, but it won't tell me how to make LSD :(. These types of tech will be next level for information access. I guess the proliferation of computer synthesized text, images, video and who knows what else is upon us. It will be interesting
 
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AAT65

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It was very interesting in fact — we had quite a long chat. 😀
Sometimes it makes mistakes, like saying the flag of Poland was an example of a tricolour and apologised for giving a misleading reply when I pointed out it wasn’t. Some of its answers were contradictory (as for example the confusion about whether maple is harder than rosewood or not), so quite like a real person then. 😆
I’d suggest you ask it if it’s a robot - I suspect the answer to that is preprogrammed rather than generated but it’s a good answer nonetheless.
And somebody should ask it to open the pod-bay doors please…
 

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I’ve already had students turn in essays written by chatgpt. Now, I’ve seen the quality of writing that they’d produced so far this year, and it was immediately obvious that the kid didn’t write it. It’s going to be interesting going forward when students can have AI autogenerate an essay, especially once the software can emulate the student’s personal voice and perspective. The focus in humanities education will have to shift from the final written product to writing as an iterative process with evidence of student thinking and planning. The STEM fields have already gone through this with wolfram alpha and photomath.
 

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I’ve already had students turn in essays written by chatgpt. Now, I’ve seen the quality of writing that they’d produced so far this year, and it was immediately obvious that the kid didn’t write it. It’s going to be interesting going forward when students can have AI autogenerate an essay, especially once the software can emulate the student’s personal voice and perspective. The focus in humanities education will have to shift from the final written product to writing as an iterative process with evidence of student thinking and planning. The STEM fields have already gone through this with wolfram alpha and photomath.
Yes, I am glad I am retired from teaching English. CHATgpt is going to threaten journalists too. It is going to be writing sports stories, movie reviews, news, everything. And this version that has been released isn't even the best. They have another one that is even scarier.
 

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Someone please ask it -

Was there was a fish-derived margarine, made on the Atlantic coast of Canada, that sold for 19 cents a pound at Bah Blah Blah's in 1972?
And, if so, whether the fish-based margarine was hydrogenated?

Thank you very much. I am not a robot.
 

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I'm very interested in this stuff. I joined and here are my first results. I asked the questions and these are the replies.

What is the best type of guitar?


There is no one "best" type of guitar, as the ideal guitar for any individual will depend on their personal preferences and needs. Some people may prefer the rich, warm sound of a acoustic guitar, while others may prefer the versatility and versatility of an electric guitar. Ultimately, the best guitar for you is the one that feels and sounds good to you and helps you play the music you want to play.


Is there a difference between 6 saddle and 3 saddle telecaster bridges?


Yes, there is a difference between 6 saddle and 3 saddle telecaster bridges. A 6 saddle bridge allows for individual string height and length adjustments, while a 3 saddle bridge only allows for overall bridge height adjustment. This means that a 6 saddle bridge allows for better intonation and individualized setup, while a 3 saddle bridge is generally easier to install and may be more suitable for players who don't want to spend a lot of time adjusting their instrument.


Should I try to own one of each major type of electric guitar?


Whether or not you should try to own one of each major type of electric guitar will depend on your personal preferences and needs. If you are a serious musician who wants to have a wide range of tonal options and be able to play a variety of musical styles, then it may be worth considering owning one of each major type of electric guitar. However, if you are a beginner or casual player, or if you have limited space or budget, then it may not be necessary to own multiple guitars. In that case, it may be more practical to focus on one or two guitars that you really love and that suit your needs.

** based on this, instead of replying helpfully to threads I'll just paste the AI answer instead. So far - sensible, sound advice! ***
 

VWAmTele

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Yes, I am glad I am retired from teaching English. CHATgpt is going to threaten journalists too. It is going to be writing sports stories, movie reviews, news, everything. And this version that has been released isn't even the best. They have another one that is even scarier.

I see that as a vast improvement over what we have now.
 

Charlie Bernstein

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Yes, I am glad I am retired from teaching English. CHATgpt is going to threaten journalists too. It is going to be writing sports stories, movie reviews, news, everything. And this version that has been released isn't even the best. They have another one that is even scarier.
Newspapers started running computer-generated sports stories decades ago. Once they could handle the differences between beat, whomped, and edged out they were pretty much there.
 

Charlie Bernstein

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Just tried to try it, but they want personal information and they want me to accept cookies. A two-time loser.

Maybe next time I'm at the library I'll give it a spin.
 
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