ROCKSMITH + ****closed beta @ rocksmith.com/beta ****

AFrostyOne

AFrostyOne

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As the original deal morphed into a game deal and guitar advice thread, I decided to place the original BB deal behind spoiler tags for a reference point. And I listed the current deals below. The guitar purchase is the most difficult part for us beginners, so read the advice in the thread

Too busy to read the entire thread? Then try these following posts for the guitar advice. Thanks to SmileyMcSmiles for all the help :applause:
>>guitar advice, initial posts #26, 34, 35
>>guitar accessories, initial posts #49, 51, 56
>>learn about Rondo Music guitars on post 642
This should help get you started.

ROCKSMITH +... yeah, that's the new name. Announced 06/12/2021

-coming soon

-sign up for the closed PC beta

Don't bother with this spoiler.

Has nothing to do with Rocksmith+

ROCKSMITH 2014 "Remastered" Edition     -Released 10/04/2016

-available as a free download to all existing owners of RS2014 (across all 6 platforms :360:  :ps3:  :xb1:  :ps4:  :pc:&Mac)

-available as a new retail package ( :xb1:  :ps4:  :pc:&Mac), which includes download code for 6 songs (freebie songs to follow)

  • Bob Marley & The Wailers - "Three Little Birds"
  • Elvis Presley - "Suspicious Minds"
  • Fun - "Some Nights"
  • Jackson 5 - "I Want You Back"
  • Outkast - "Hey Ya!"
  • Train - "Drops of Jupiter
-Official Rocksmith FAQ about the remastered edition

http://forums.ubi.com/showthread.php/1478827-Rocksmith-2014-Remastered-Official-FAQ-Forums

**GAME + CABLE version deals** 

None (as of 08/30/17)

**GAME ONLY version deals** 

*STEAM store - RS Remastered is $20  (as of 11/26/2017) + Individual songs and Song packs on sale 40% off

http://store.steampowered.com/app/221680/Rocksmith_2014_Edition__Remastered/

dead*STEAM store - RS Remastered is $20  (as of 08/30/2017) + Individual songs and Song packs on sale 40% off

http://store.steampowered.com/app/221680/Rocksmith_2014_Edition__Remastered/

**RS CABLE ONLY deals**
-Cables retail for $29.99 and work on all versions of the game.
-Deals seem to be non-existant on the cable. Best to track down an older version of the game on clearance somewhere or wait for a deal on the bundle version.

ROCKSMITH 2014     -Released 10/22/2013

-available on 
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 & Mac (X1 & PS4 available NOW)

-available in TWO versions:  Game+Cable edition @ $80, No Cable Edition @ $60

-RS cable from original game WILL work with Rocksmith 2014

-all current DLC IS compatible and WILL work with Rocksmith 2014

-most On-disc songs from original game work with Rocksmith 2014, must buy Import Pack DLC @ $10

-Xbox One & Playstation 4 versions coming 11/04/2014 :hot: 

**GAME + CABLE version** 

dead*Amazon (deal of the day) - $30 for :360:  :ps3:  (as of 11/22/16)

https://www.amazon.com/dlp/49799fd5/ref=gbps_img_s-3_bb19_49799fd5?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=41fd713f-6bfe-4299-a021-d2b94872bb19&pf_rd_s=slot-3&pf_rd_t=701&pf_rd_i=gb_main&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=F4891MFHCGJVJ54KM91T

**GAME ONLY version** 

Ubisoft Store - $12 for PC (download only)  (as of 11/22/17)

http://store.ubi.com/us/rocksmith-2014-edition-with-no-cable/57615162a3be1683708b458e.html

ROCKSMITH game + cable deals:
**GUITAR + BASS version**     released in 2012     aka the "Double-Dip" version
-out NOW for
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also available in a software only version (aka NO cable) for $49.99, but you still need to have the Real-Tone cable to play

*Amazon Games:  Digital download for $9, PC version only (as of 01/02/18)

https://www.amazon.com/Ubisoft-Rocksmith-Download/dp/B009GKT2W2

*SAM's Club in-store:  super YMMV  Guitar+Game bundle for $50 (MSRP was 200)
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*SAM's Club in-store:  super YMMV  Game+Cable for $5.00

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Important Note: a new disc version, which includes bass content, got released on 10/16/2012. Deals below are for the original disc version, which did NOT have bass content. You can buy bass as DLC for this version of the game
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**GUITAR ONLY version**     released in 2011     aka the "Original" version
-Available only on 
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-Bass content can be purchase as DLC for $30  $10 thru XBLA or PSN
DEAD*Best Buy online: $8 each, as of 11/1/2013 :hot:

    -Ship to Store for Free Shipping.

 
**RS CABLE ONLY deals**
-Cables retail for $29.99 and work on all versions of the game.
-Deals seem to be non-existant on the cable. Best to track down the old version of the game on clearance somewhere.
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Old PC Info
PC version
Update #3: PC release is now on for Oct. 16, 2012 (announced during E3 2012)
Update #2: it now has a Fall release window. See link http://forums.ubi.com/showthread.php/666780
Update #1: delayed to May 2012, per game's producer. See link
http://www.facebook.com/rocksmithgame/posts/253166328074384
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OLD BASS DLC Info
BASS Guitar - Where is it?
Bass content coming in two forms, as announced during E3 2012:
1st option--Bass DLC (available in September 2012 )(arrives on 8/14/12 ) IS HERE for all existing RS owners.
xbox link http://marketplace.xbox.com/en-US/Product/Rocksmith-Bass-Expansion/714cbfbe-cb3c-4abf-ab35-1fecc80bb5d6
Cost to download is $29.99/2400ms points and it will give you bass tracks for all on-disc songs and any DLC songs you have downloaded. Plus you will get some new Guitarcade games, Journey mode, Technique challenges and Achievements/Trophies for Bass guitar
2nd option--There will be a new retail disc version for Rocksmith released in October. The new retail disc will include the Bass content, along with the original RS content, and it's MSRP will be $79.99 for the Game+Cable package

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**thanks to Syngamer for the logo:

Rocksmith DLC List
New DLC ONLY works on RS2014 or newer versions.



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Full DLC List:
http://rocksmith.ubi.com/rocksmith/en-US/downloads/index.aspx
Videos of DLC
http://forums.ubi.com/showthread.php/658935-Rocksmith-DLC-*Updated-2-21?
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Remember FREE Holiday DLC songs on XBLA & PSN. Thanks to Doctor Who for the DLC find:applause:
DLC link on XBLA: http://marketplace.xbox.com/en-US/Product/FREE-Rocksmith-Holiday-Song-Pack/c7bb93bd-d200-4505-b9d4-9002b3dc96ac

NOTE:  Holiday songs were pulled (probably because Seth Chapla went to work on Bandfuse).  No confirmation on when or if they'll return.

Electric Guitar Suggestions:

Example of pack-in guitar in the Official RS guitar bundle
http://www.amazon.com/Epiphone-Special-Electric-Vintage-Sunburst/dp/B0047YUM9O/ref=sr_1_10?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1322207032&sr=1-10

Example of Dean Vendetta XMT
http://www.amazon.com/Dean-Vendetta-Guitar-XM-Tremelo/dp/B0025VLQVE/ref=sr_1_5?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1322207724&sr=1-5
Getting harder to find at sub-$100, but guitar center may be best option

Guitars from Rondo Music
http://www.rondomusic.com/
-->refer to post 642 for info on Rondo and the guitars they sell
http://www.cheapassgamer.com/forums/showpost.php?p=9291870&postcount=642

Xaviere guitars from GuitarFetish
http://www.guitarfetish.com/

Guitars from Monoprice (yeah, thaaat Monoprice)
http://www.monoprice.com/products/subdepartment.asp?c_id=115&cp_id=11501&cs_id=1150101

DEAD Deals behind this spoiler
RS2014 Version*****

*GAME + CABLE version** 

dead*Rocksmith Remastered w/cable is on sale at Amazon (as of 12/29/16)

- :xb1:  is $30

- :ps4:  is $40 (third-party vendor, fulfilled by Amazon)

- :pc: /Mac is $35

https://www.amazon.c...hone+pro+1&th=1

 dead*Amazon (deal of the day) - $30 for :xb1:  :ps4:  :pc: &Mac (as of 11/22/16)

https://www.amazon.com/dlp/49799fd5/ref=gbps_img_s-3_bb19_49799fd5?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=41fd713f-6bfe-4299-a021-d2b94872bb19&pf_rd_s=slot-3&pf_rd_t=701&pf_rd_i=gb_main&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=F4891MFHCGJVJ54KM91T

dead*Gamestop - $30 for :xb1:  :ps4:  :pc: &Mac (as of 11/23/16)

http://www.gamestop.com/browse?nav=16k-3-rocksmith,28zu0

*Bestbuy:  $35 ($28 for GCU)  :xb1:  :ps4:   versions (CyberMonday sale, as of 11/30/15)

dead*Gamestop:  $40 for  :360: :ps3: :xb1:  :ps4:  :pc:   versions (thanks mossfan) (as of 3/05/15)

dead*Amazon:  $40 for  :360: :ps3: :pc:   versions (as of 9/22)

http://www.amazon.com/Rocksmith-2014-Edition-Xbox-Cable-Included/dp/B00D6PTMSW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1411438609&sr=8-1&keywords=rocksmith

dead*Amazon:  $40 for   :360:  :ps3:  version (as of 6/13)

:360: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/redirect.php?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FRocksmith-2014-Edition-Xbox-Cable-Included%2Fdp%2FB00D6PTMSW%2Fref%3Dsr_1_1%3Fie%3DUTF8%26amp%3Bqid%3D1402685765%26amp%3Bsr%3D8-1%26amp%3Bkeywords%3Drocksmith&pid=11840323

:ps3: http://www.cheapassgamer.com/redirect.php?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FRocksmith-2014-Edition-Playstation-Cable-Included%2Fdp%2FB00D6PTMB4%2Fref%3Dsr_1_2%3Fie%3DUTF8%26amp%3Bqid%3D1402686350%26amp%3Bsr%3D8-2%26amp%3Bkeywords%3Drocksmith&pid=11840323

dead*Gamestop:  $40 for  :360:  :ps3:  & PC/Mac (as of 6/13)

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/redirect.php?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.gamestop.com%2Fbrowse%3Fnav%3D16k-3-rocksmith%2C28zu0&pid=11840323

dead*Best Buy in-store & online:  $40 for :360:  :ps3: version & PC/Mac (week of 6/15 - 6/21)

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/searchpage.jsp?_dyncharset=UTF-8&_dynSessConf=&id=pcat17071&type=page&sc=Global&cp=1&nrp=15&sp=&qp=&list

 DEAD*Amazon: $50 for RS2014 (game+cable version)
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 & PC/Mac edition(as of 01/21)

http://www.amazon.com/Rocksmith-2014-Edition-Xbox-Cable-Included/dp/B00D6PTMSW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1390459138&sr=8-1&keywords=rocksmith

DEAD*Gamestop online: $50 for RS2014 (game+cable version)
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 & PC/Mac edition (as of 01/21)

http://www.gamestop.com/browse?nav=16k-3-rocksmith,28zu0

DEAD*BestBuy online: $50 for RS2014 (game+cable version)
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 (as of 12/23)

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/rocksmith-2014-edition-playstation-3/9635311.p;jsessionid=513B69E8C00C74D3961CA57F952061C0.bbolsp-app04-108?id=1219034544219&skuId=9635311&st=rocksmith&lp=2&cp=1

DEAD*Target: $50 for RS2014 (game+cable version)
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 (12/08 to 12/14)

DEAD*Amazon: $43 for RS2014 (game+cable version)
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 (as of 12/03/13)

http://www.amazon.com/Rocksmith-2014-Edition-Xbox-Cable-Included/dp/B00D6PTMSW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386100900&sr=8-1&keywords=rocksmith

DEAD*UBI Store: $50 for RS2014 (game+cable version) 
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 (as of 12/01/13)

http://rocksmith.ubi.com/rocksmith/en-us/buy/

DEAD*Best Buy online: $50 for RS2014 (game+cable version)
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 (as of 11/25/13)

DEAD*Best Buy online: YMMV -save $80 off select guitars when you purchase RS2014 (game+cable version)

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/null/save-80-on-electric-guitar-with-rocksmith-2014-edition-software/pcmcat317700050007.c?id=pcmcat317700050007 (website is only taking 50 off the guitar, so YMMV on them honoring the 80 off)

DEAD*Amazon: $50 for RS2014 (game+cable version)
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 (as of 11/25/13)

http://www.amazon.com/Rocksmith-2014-Edition-Xbox-Cable-Included/dp/B00D6PTMSW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1385433606&sr=8-2&keywords=Rocksmith

**GAME ONLY version** 

dead*PSN store - $20 :ps4: (12/20/16 - 12/27/16)

https://store.playstation.com/#!/en-us/games/rocksmith-2014-edition-%e2%80%93-remastered/cid=UP0001-CUSA00692_00-RS2014REMASTERED

dead*Fry's Electronics (online & in-store):  $30 for PS3 version (thanks fidodido) (10/07/14 to 10/09/14)

dead*Gamestop (online):  $15 for download version (thanks Caine) (as of 9/1/14)

http://www.gamestop.com/pc/games/rocksmith-2014-edition-no-cable-included/112382?utm_source=linkshare&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=deeplink&cid=afl_10000087&affID=77777&sourceID=FKSJxY2VJAk-LM.Adf2ls8hsKVWQaxpR3Q

dead*HumbleBundle(online):  $15 for Steam download version

 https://www.humblebundle.com/store/p/rocksmith2014_storefront

(thanks Pr0f1t)

dead*Newegg(online):  $15 for download version (72hr special) + save extra 10% with code EMCPDW47 (thanks sp00ge)

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16832138366&nm_mc=AFC-C8Junction&cm_mmc=AFC-C8Junction-_-na-_-na-_-na&cm_sp=&AID=10446076&PID=1312731&SID=

dead*Mac Store(online):  $24 for download version, (as of 5/2)

*Newegg(online):  $15 for download version (72hr special) + save extra 10% with code EMCPDW47 (thanks sp00ge)

 

*Amazon:  $40 for NO Cable version, (as of 12/23)

http://www.amazon.com/Rocksmith-2014-Edition-Xbox-Cable-Included/dp/B00D6PTMSW/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1387218323&sr=8-2&keywords=rocksmith

DEAD*Amazon:  $33 for NO Cable version, TODAY Only 12/3

http://www.amazon.com/b/ref=br_lf_m_8070796011_grlink_3?ie=UTF8&node=8070796011&plgroup=3

Guitar+Bass Version*****

Original Version*****

Original DEAL behind this Spoiler
Bestbuy has a separate, two week flier for music gear and they're advertising Rocksmith game bundle+ Epiphone guitar for $199.98 and you get a $50 giftcard with purchase of the game/guitar bundle.

Ad is a bit odd in that they only list sku's for the game bundle and standalone guitar (#2633103, 2633149, 2273055), so they may be doing in-store bundling. Plus they list the game + guitar bundle as a 10 savings over buying everything separate

I'll let the musician CAGs speak to the quality of the guitar;)

UPDATE: Bestbuy finally got the site updated with the offer.
Link Dead
Like I said before, seems like they are doing an in-store bundle instead of selling the official Rocksmith guitar kit. Won't know for sure until it's bought

UPDATE #2: deal is definitely an in-store bundle of standalone guitar + game bundle. Guitar is an Epiphone LP jr with a cherryburst finish and no strap or picks are included. Asked about substituting a different guitar model but bundle price won't activate if you switch it out

 
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[quote name='Psybuster']Quick and dirty "review" of the Monoprice strat clone guitar
(SNIP)
Bottom line: May be worth it as a first guitar in terms of value (though I hear shipping prices are much more unpalatable when you're not in CA/AZ) [/QUOTE]
thanks for the review. Seems decent enough. But can see shipping being a problem. That's part of what has held me off on any Rondo buys.

[quote name='DeliveryPizza']Looks like steam matched the price of Rocksmith on Amazon.

PC version is on Flash sale for 50 percent off (14.99)

http://store.steampowered.com/app/205190/[/QUOTE]
And they still have the DLC on sale for 35%off

Just noticed that even with the sale prices, you'd spend nearly 300 if ya got all the DLC:shock:
 
[quote name='drastion']Your really a fan of schecter. That hellraiser bass is calling me. I really want a fender though. If it does keep dropping like that I might have to buy both though.[/QUOTE]
PIMPIN' AIN'T EASY:cool:
But it's more like a nasty cocktail of
*lowball 'zon pricing
*crazier holiday PM policies
*GC money just sitting there
*and too much nog;)
Also helps that I dig the Rickenbacker-like look.
It is a really nice player. Super slick and easy to play. Haven't had to tweak a thing, save for the tuning.

But wth, here's the rest of the Schecter Squad (obligatory crappe' cellphone pics to follow):
my red-headed stepchild
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Sometimes we get along great and other times it sounds like screaming cats
then there's black superman
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Heaviest of the 3, which was surprising. And it keeps me on my toes. but I've noticed other teles can be the same way
 
[quote name='rbarba4']

And they still have the DLC on sale for 35%off

Just noticed that even with the sale prices, you'd spend nearly 300 if ya got all the DLC:shock:[/QUOTE]


I know I was not too stoked about them not increasing the discount on the DLC as well...I was waiting for this during the whole sale...and then they just left it at 35% for the DLC!
 
[quote name='DeliveryPizza']I know I was not too stoked about them not increasing the discount on the DLC as well...I was waiting for this during the whole sale...and then they just left it at 35% for the DLC![/QUOTE]
Agreed. I was also hoping the DLC would go 50% off also but I was still willing to buy the songs I wanted along with Rocksmith PC now. I am glad I waited, I almost jumped on this last night before it hit 50%.

Being an original owner of the PS3 version, it was a great deal. Bass addon + dlc (though I had to buy a couple of repeats) for only just over $33. Much better than buying the PS3 Bass Addon :). Though I am starting from scratch again in the game.
 
Monoprice shipping is a little under six bucks overnight for ca and az and I had to buy other stuff there anyway so it didn't really bother me at the time, especially with the 20% off coupon. Rondo on the other hand is based in nj so IRS like 18 to ship to me minimum. I wonder at what point I'll stop loading up on cheapies for a few nicer ones, even if just for space reasons.
 
[quote name='Psybuster'] I wonder at what point I'll stop loading up on cheapies for a few nicer ones, even if just for space reasons.[/QUOTE]

I did the same thing when I started playing... Good thing was, I got the cheapies for SO cheap that I made money on them when I sold them... Right now, if I could get rid of the PRS Allender that I HAD to have and the ESP Ltd Viper 330 that I bought just to have a "metal" guitar, I'd SO go back and find more Fender stuff at BB - even if I had to drive 150 miles or so to find something, it'd be worth it (and do-able in a day. I have like 200 hours of leave to take, anyway)... Then I'd be an all Fender shop :)
 
It's too late now but does the adapter for the PS3 also work for PC? I already own it on PS3 but would love to play on the PC also. The $20 steam price would have been golden if the adapter is compatible lol
 
[quote name='garath']It's too late now but does the adapter for the PS3 also work for PC? I already own it on PS3 but would love to play on the PC also. The $20 steam price would have been golden if the adapter is compatible lol[/QUOTE]

I believe the adapter can be used on the PC/360/PS3 without issue.
 
[quote name='Psybuster']I wonder at what point I'll stop loading up on cheapies for a few nicer ones, even if just for space reasons.[/QUOTE]

Well, if I believe some of the snobbier guitar sites I've visited, then all my guitars are cheapies. Including my two Gibby tributes.

I say F' that. Wouldn't be playing today if it wasn't for my LPjr and Rocksmith. You're already ahead of the game if you like it and it stays in tune. But I can see replacing gear if you like something else more.

[quote name='crazedracerguy']I did the same thing when I started playing... Good thing was, I got the cheapies for SO cheap that I made money on them when I sold them... Right now, if I could get rid of the PRS Allender that I HAD to have and the ESP Ltd Viper 330 that I bought just to have a "metal" guitar, I'd SO go back and find more Fender stuff at BB - even if I had to drive 150 miles or so to find something, it'd be worth it (and do-able in a day. I have like 200 hours of leave to take, anyway)... Then I'd be an all Fender shop :)[/QUOTE]
That's the big thing; try to get'em at big discounts when buying new or go used (but that's trickier if you're just starting out). Makes it easier to unload anything that you don't connect with. Also makes it easier to get a bunch of different types of guitars;). Variety is the spice of life.

Right now, I'd only get rid of the vendetta. First couple of months learning were fine but couldn't get comfortable with the neck as time went on. At least it helped me learn what I prefer in a neck. Now it's just the guest guitar friends/family use.
And maybe do something about the Damien elite. Probably just my poor skills, but not sold on EMGs. Won't give up on it until I feel I gave it a fair chance, which may be a while with my skills
[quote name='sassylaurie']Rocksmith Guitar and Bass version for $39 - 360/PS3/PC on Groupon:

http://www.groupon.com/deals/gg-rocksmith-guitar-and-bass?p=1&utm_source=channel_goods-deals&utm_medium=email&sid=ae811a5d-e949-4970-a29f-e05806892556&division=appleton&user=539ba191777aaca3dfd5ae989c274af3fa3fbf1208be671ec64392c6cfad3a4c&date=20130104&s=body&c=deal_img&d=deal-page[/QUOTE]
Maybe I'm blind, but don't see who's the seller/vendor. Is it an UBI groupon deal?

[quote name='CaptainSlow']I believe the adapter can be used on the PC/360/PS3 without issue.[/QUOTE]
Yup, should work. I've used my 360 cable on the PC demo
 
[quote name='rbarba4']
Maybe I'm blind, but don't see who's the seller/vendor. Is it an UBI groupon deal?

[/QUOTE]
Yeah - it should be. I think to be on Groupon Goods, it has to come from the manufacturer, not a retailer. They've sold 1000+, so that's probably good.

Have to agree with you on EMGs. I am not convinced. They just don't have good tone. They're just loud. I'll take my fender humbuckers any day over them...

I like your Schecter collection, though... Maybe this weekend, I'll take a Fender family picture for the thread ;)
 
[quote name='garath']It's too late now but does the adapter for the PS3 also work for PC? I already own it on PS3 but would love to play on the PC also. The $20 steam price would have been golden if the adapter is compatible lol[/QUOTE]
Yes it does work that's what I am using now.

Not sure if it's the cable or my PC, but for some reason, if I leave it plugged in, exit RS, and start RS again, RS can't hear the guitar. I have to unplug it and then exit RS, start RS and plug in the cable to fix it. Just a weird issue not sure why it's that way.
 
[quote name='rockstarnati']I just ordered Rocksmith Guitar and Bass for PS3 from Amazon. I had a $9 credit for software/video games. So I paid $28.99 out of pocket. I'm thinking about picking up the Agile AL-2000 with birdseye maple top for $189.95 after my birthday next Sunday. Can't wait![/QUOTE]

Man, they make some good looking guitars. If I ever get the jones and HAVE to have a LP style axe, I'm definitely going to look at them... Unless, of course, it's around Christmas and rbarb4 is finding insane Gibson price match deals ;)
 
[quote name='hehateme6001']I don't usually post here, but wanted to thank you guys for the BB Fender deals, just picked this baby up for $299.

Thanks again![/QUOTE]

Right now, I hate you just a little bit. Or a lot. Probably a lot. Congrats!!! I'd have snagged that baby if it had been in one if my stores, too!

You wouldn't happen to have the best buy sku off the receipt, would you? May have to get them to check it at a store to see if it shows stock within 200 miles or so...
 
[quote name='rockstarnati']I just ordered Rocksmith Guitar and Bass for PS3 from Amazon. I had a $9 credit for software/video games. So I paid $28.99 out of pocket. I'm thinking about picking up the Agile AL-2000 with birdseye maple top for $189.95 after my birthday next Sunday. Can't wait![/QUOTE]
Congrats.
And if you can swing it, look at the 3000 series. Been a while since I did the comparison shopping, but seem to remember the improvements on the 3000 models were well worth the extra 100 you'd pay. But hey, maybe things have changed. Either way, "it's a nice choice"

[quote name='hehateme6001']I don't usually post here, but wanted to thank you guys for the BB Fender deals, just picked this baby up for $299.

http://www.guitarcenter.com/Fender-...62413-i1166318.gc?source=4WWRWXGP&cagpspn=pla

Thanks again![/QUOTE]
Congrats on the find.:applause:
You guys are killing me. Here I am countin' chicken bones and waitin' for the planets to align. While ya just waltz in with a Mustang. Killin'me I tellz ya, simply killin'me.

Btw, +1 on sharing the SKU, pretty please
 
Fender® - '65 Mustang®, Rosewood Fretboard - Daphne Blue
Model: 0273706504 SKU: 8894627 $299.99

Dunno what color hehateme6001 got but that's the only Mustang I have on record for BB clearance.
 
[quote name='Psybuster']Fender® - '65 Mustang®, Rosewood Fretboard - Daphne Blue
Model: 0273706504 SKU: 8894627 $299.99

Dunno what color hehateme6001 got but that's the only Mustang I have on record for BB clearance.[/QUOTE]

That makes me want to cry if that's the one he got. I just love that color Daphne blue. Fenders to me just don't look right unless they are a simple solid color with a pick guard. That's what I love about them beauty in its simplicity.

Congradulations on your find. It may take some wheeling and dealing but I will have a fender one day.
 
[quote name='crazedracerguy']
Have to agree with you on EMGs. I am not convinced. They just don't have good tone. They're just loud. I'll take my fender humbuckers any day over them...)[/QUOTE]
Do you prefer the HSS or SSS?
 
[quote name='E-Z-B']Do you prefer the HSS or SSS?[/QUOTE]

Mine's an SSS. Never played the HSS. I'm sure at some point, I'll own one :)

I really do love my Fenders. I don't even look at other guitars now. I know I won't play them.
 
[quote name='deathb10w']Not a big discount, but a discount none the less:

Sam Ash has the fender mustang I amp for $99.99. I've read many positive things about them. I picked one up through their amazon site so i could use amazon credit. http://www.amazon.com/Fender-Mustang-Electric-Guitar-Amplifier/dp/B0042EZH6W/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&m=A102741HTMO4U3&qid=1357344188&s=musical-instruments&sr=1-1[/QUOTE]

Does anyone else have anything to say about this? I've got 100 bucks in MF certs to use by the end of january, and i'm looking to use that on an amp (skipped getting the amp originally because I decided I'd just use rocksmith at first).

Edit: looks like it's pretty much $110 everywhere, so it's not a huge discount, but I guess I could still use some input on what a good amp around the $100 range would be if anyone has any suggestions.
 
[quote name='DeliveryPizza']Does anyone else have anything to say about this? I've got 100 bucks in MF certs to use by the end of january, and i'm looking to use that on an amp (skipped getting the amp originally because I decided I'd just use rocksmith at first).

Edit: looks like it's pretty much $110 everywhere, so it's not a huge discount, but I guess I could still use some input on what a good amp around the $100 range would be if anyone has any suggestions.[/QUOTE]

Everyone that I know that has one loves it. They're solid little amps. I bought one of the GDEC amps when they cut the prices to nothing on them and I like it a lot. It's not far from one of the Mustang amps. Good for practicing and a lot of fun to mess around with the sounds and see what you can coax out of them.
 
I was wondering has anyone broken 100,000,00 in scale runner?

I got the trophy and stayed away for a while since I thought I would mess up my high scores up. Gave it another try and with out to much effort added another 17 mill to my score. Not to 100 mill yet since harmonic minor and phrygian dominant are still giving me some trouble.
 
[quote name='drastion']I was wondering has anyone broken 100,000,00 in scale runner?

I got the trophy and stayed away for a while since I thought I would mess up my high scores up. Gave it another try and with out to much effort added another 17 mill to my score. Not to 100 mill yet since harmonic minor and phrygian dominant are still giving me some trouble.[/QUOTE]

I don't ever play scale runner. I'm a country/southern rock guy, so I practice first position scales outside of the game instead. They're more useful to me for the stuff I play/write.
 
Looks like those Legacy guitars are getting pretty damn popular to be #1/#2 on the Amazon electric sellers list. They apparently put out a P-bass copy in December too...
 
[quote name='Psybuster']Looks like those Legacy guitars are getting pretty damn popular to be #1/#2 on the Amazon electric sellers list. They apparently put out a P-bass copy in December too...[/QUOTE]

I own one. Bought a white one a while back for $79.99. Was quite a bargain IMO. Finish was flawless, frets were flawless, and I love the highly polished neck. Just had to change the stock strings, as I would with any guitar. Stock strings couldn't be intonated.
 
[quote name='drastion']I was wondering has anyone broken 100,000,00 in scale runner?

I got the trophy and stayed away for a while since I thought I would mess up my high scores up. Gave it another try and with out to much effort added another 17 mill to my score. Not to 100 mill yet since harmonic minor and phrygian dominant are still giving me some trouble.[/QUOTE]
Yeah, got as high as 160mil before the August patch wiped out my scores. Kinda went on a SR binge over the summer.

Know I had all scales over 14mil. Was working on getting them all to 14.5 but don't remember if I did that. And I think the max is 15mil; at least read that somewher on the webz

Actually thinking of erasing my profile+patches just to see if it fixes SR. But just wanna wrap up the last couple of cheevos for the original 1k. Not that I care about the cheevos, but rather I set that as a personal goal.

[quote name='deathb10w']I own one. Bought a white one a while back for $79.99. Was quite a bargain IMO. Finish was flawless, frets were flawless, and I love the highly polished neck. Just had to change the stock strings, as I would with any guitar. Stock strings couldn't be intonated.[/QUOTE]
Ya mean an electric or bass. Just wondering

In a way, glad I haven't gone all bass crazy too. I'd be in serious trouble then
 
[quote name='rbarba4']Ya mean an electric or bass. Just wondering

In a way, glad I haven't gone all bass crazy too. I'd be in serious trouble then[/QUOTE]Electric. Easily worth the $80 for me. It will hold me over until I get a Flying V
 
That's pretty freakn good. I don't play it much. I mainly use it as a gauge. Come back to it once every few weeks or so and see how much my score improves since the last time.

Helps keep me motivated since most of my practice is outside of rocksmith now. Ordered a few books to keep things fresh.

Has anyone tried the gibson learn and master program. Its expensive but considering how much I have spent ob guitars and the amount of time I put in it really isn't that much. I downloaded the free course books on their site to give me an idea of what it has to offer. Taking my time since if I am going to buy all those dvds don't want to already be threw part of the coursr before I get them.
 
Rocksmith (new version) deals are mostly done. But here are a couple that are still going:
Amazon sitll has the retail PC version @ $37.99
http://www.amazon.com/Rocksmith-Gui...UTF8&qid=1357582703&sr=8-2&keywords=rocksmith
J&R music has the 360 & PS3 versions @ $59.99
http://www.jr.com/product/productListing.jsp?Ntt=rocksmith+for+guitar+and+bass
Gamestop online has 360, PS3 and PC @ $59.99
http://www.gamestop.com/browse?nav=16k-rocksmith+guitar+and+bass

And American Musical Supply has the 70s Tribute SG in silverburst @ $559
http://www.americanmusical.com/RSS_Feeds/weeklydeals.aspx
Nice alternate if you missed the SamAsh deal of 500

[quote name='drastion']I mainly use it as a gauge. Come back to it once every few weeks or so and see how much my score improves since the last time.
[/QUOTE]
Same here. Rarely go into it since the borked saves issues. But when I do, it'll be for one or two scales and to see how well I do.

Consider it good if I hit 14mil. Of course, my gamer OCD kicks in whenever I don't hit it and keep at it for a few more runs
 
crazedracerguy

What was it that you didn't like about you prs se paul allender?

I think my deal fell through on getting an american standard. I am really loving my prs se 245 with its wide fat neck. Thinking of getting another se. Not sure about the wide thin neck or the 25" scale. I am not sure a 1/2 inch woul be enough difference. The main part I don't like about my 245 is the nut is tight and I don't have tools to widen it up to allow for 10/11 strings.

Its just really hard to decide when they have so many signature models in the se line.
 
[quote name='drastion']crazedracerguy

What was it that you didn't like about you prs se paul allender?
[/QUOTE]

I don't seem to be a fan of the Xtra Jumbo frets. Guess it's just not what I'm used to. No matter what I play, I seem to come back to the Strat. The last time I used the Viper (which has XJ frets, as well) it was just really uncomfortable. Both of those may find their way on to eBay soon.
 
[quote name='crazedracerguy']I don't seem to be a fan of the Xtra Jumbo frets. Guess it's just not what I'm used to. No matter what I play, I seem to come back to the Strat. The last time I used the Viper (which has XJ frets, as well) it was just really uncomfortable. Both of those may find their way on to eBay soon.[/QUOTE]

Ok thanks for the input. Really like the specs se clint model. But he just had to put some goofy inlays on it. Would have been perfect without them. Maybe a custom 24 or that new 7 string.

Consider yourself blessed having found your perfect brand. Makes things easier I am sure. But trying new one is fun as a certain member with 7 guitars already knows.
 
[quote name='drastion']Ok thanks for the input. Really like the specs se clint model. But he just had to put some goofy inlays on it. Would have been perfect without them. Maybe a custom 24 or that new 7 string.

Consider yourself blessed having found your perfect brand. Makes things easier I am sure. But trying new one is fun as a certain member with 7 guitars already knows.[/QUOTE]


Ahh, but I bought and sold a bunch to get to that point...

Epi LP II Special
Cort J Triggs model
Oscar Schmidt ES-335 clone
Epiphone acoustic/electric


There were a few more that I honestly just can't even remember.

Now it's 4 Fenders, a ESP LTD Viper 300, PRS Paul Allender SE, Ovation A/E, Washburn A/E and that's it. If I had any thoughts that the Pawn Shop Fender would go cheaper or I'd be able to find at least 1 more Fender from Best Buy, I'd get rid of the 2 non Fenders.

I may do that, anyway, once I get my jaguar case (so I have a shipping box for one of them)...
 
Well, well, well... the all and powerful UBI used a little "black magic" and granted our wish to bring back the song MEGA packs for this weeks edition of
New DLC Day!!!
*Black Magic Woman - Santana
*Oye Como Va - Santana
*Smooth - Santana feat. Rob Thomas
also available as a 3-pack DL
and
*Classic Hits Megapack (12 songs)
http://marketplace.xbox.com/en-US/P...its-Pack/1176fb69-4648-4e56-89c4-720f3ee104ce
*Rock Megapack (15 songs)
http://marketplace.xbox.com/en-US/Product/Rocksmith-Rock-Pack/34c8261c-9223-4647-ac69-9fc914c51788
*Alternative Megapack (15 songs)
http://marketplace.xbox.com/en-US/P...ock-Pack/83fe2241-e535-4e1d-a2bc-e55550615cc7
Remember, these megapacks were only available for a limited time, when they were first released. No idea if they'll pull'em again

Ugh, I want sooo many of these songs but don't want to bog down my song search. It's already slow enough as it it
 
There's also a Metal and Hard Rock Pack and the Classic Guitar Pack from earlier, I can't find them on xbox.com, but they appear in the in-game store. The Metal and Hard Rock pack has previous Avenged Sevenfold, Evanescence, Judas Priest, Lamb of God, Megadeth and Thred Days Grace songs included.

edit:
Here are steam links to the other two packs:
http://store.steampowered.com/app/222045/
http://store.steampowered.com/app/222048/
 
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A dollar off per song...for the Steam version that's basically the same price during the holiday sale but you could pick and choose what you wanted instead of having to buy into huge packs.
 
crazedracerguy

Not sure if you are still interested. But I have a price match for that pedal board I posted a ways back in tribal red for $43 if you want it. Its still good untill the 12 if you are not sure. I have not really messed with the pedals I have so a board can wait for me.
 
Two things:

Hero Feed is reporting that STEAM leaked some upcoming DLC for Rocksmith:
Eric Johnson - Cliffs of Dover
Blind Melon - No Rain
Pearl Jam - Alive

http://theherofeed.com/5347/rocksmith-rumour-pearl-jam-eric-johnson-and-blind-melon-dlc-leaked/



Also, I am new to the game, just started playing it last week. And I was wondering if someone can fill me in on events. They seem a little nebulous to me, so my questions might seem like they are all over the map. I have never changed an event so far, just played what they gave me, but I know we can change them. If I change an event to have a song that I already played in a previous event, will how I scored previously have an effect on how I score now (For example, I would like to play a song in an event that I did fairly well on, but know I can do better. However, I don't want to keep playing the same song in an event if it will artificially drive-up my RSP too much.) Is there any kind of bonus to RSP for playing a song in an event that you have never played in an event before? Does playing DLC in an event have any effect on RSP or is it identical to the original songs? Are there a fixed number of events? Is there any way to replay an event (like if I wanted to play the event at the Mouse Hole again). Sorry for the rambling questions, but I just haven't caught a full grasp on the events yet.
 
[quote name='patsrule316']Also, I am new to the game, just started playing it last week. And I was wondering if someone can fill me in on events. They seem a little nebulous to me, so my questions might seem like they are all over the map. I have never changed an event so far, just played what they gave me, but I know we can change them. If I change an event to have a song that I already played in a previous event, will how I scored previously have an effect on how I score now (For example, I would like to play a song in an event that I did fairly well on, but know I can do better. However, I don't want to keep playing the same song in an event if it will artificially drive-up my RSP too much.) Is there any kind of bonus to RSP for playing a song in an event that you have never played in an event before? Does playing DLC in an event have any effect on RSP or is it identical to the original songs? Are there a fixed number of events? Is there any way to replay an event (like if I wanted to play the event at the Mouse Hole again). Sorry for the rambling questions, but I just haven't caught a full grasp on the events yet.[/QUOTE]

Don't know if you're new to guitar or just Rocksmith... At least for the first few events, I'd leave everything the same and just play through events. They throw certain things at you for a reason. You won't know it until FAR down the road... I just restarted my profile on the local machine (the one in the cloud is a level 10), and am having a great time going back through events. I increased my top score on Tom Petty "Good Enough" from 60,000 to 90,000 in one play through the other night. It's insane what you learn.

As far as scoring in events, if you swap out a song that has a higher requirement than the one that you put in (say you swap a song that you've played before out of an event for a song that you've never played and have a 0 score on), it wrecks (pretty much) your chances at a double encore and, therefore, unlocking one of the hidden songs in that event. That's really the only caveat. If you really hate a song, though, it's worth it to get rid of it. After playing for a year (release day), I've gotten to where I can at least stand every song in the game. All of them have something fun that you learn in them.

DLC doesn't count any different in events.

There are a fixed number of events. Once you play Pacific Garden, though, you just make your own events from then on, I believe. I haven't done that yet, since the songs that it picked for me are really hard ones and they're all at like 90,000 qualifying scores... I also am now looking for a band to play with, so I've been spending time on songs that I may actually play in a band setting or may do as tryouts for a band (Sweet Home Alabama, 3 Doors Down, Grace Potter, Boston, Nirvana, etc.) plus working outside the game on scales and other songs...
 
[quote name='crazedracerguy']Don't know if you're new to guitar or just Rocksmith... At least for the first few events, I'd leave everything the same and just play through events. They throw certain things at you for a reason. You won't know it until FAR down the road... I just restarted my profile on the local machine (the one in the cloud is a level 10), and am having a great time going back through events. I increased my top score on Tom Petty "Good Enough" from 60,000 to 90,000 in one play through the other night. It's insane what you learn.

As far as scoring in events, if you swap out a song that has a higher requirement than the one that you put in (say you swap a song that you've played before out of an event for a song that you've never played and have a 0 score on), it wrecks (pretty much) your chances at a double encore and, therefore, unlocking one of the hidden songs in that event. That's really the only caveat. If you really hate a song, though, it's worth it to get rid of it. After playing for a year (release day), I've gotten to where I can at least stand every song in the game. All of them have something fun that you learn in them.

DLC doesn't count any different in events.

There are a fixed number of events. Once you play Pacific Garden, though, you just make your own events from then on, I believe. I haven't done that yet, since the songs that it picked for me are really hard ones and they're all at like 90,000 qualifying scores... I also am now looking for a band to play with, so I've been spending time on songs that I may actually play in a band setting or may do as tryouts for a band (Sweet Home Alabama, 3 Doors Down, Grace Potter, Boston, Nirvana, etc.) plus working outside the game on scales and other songs...[/QUOTE]

Thanks so much for the info!

I've been playing guitar for over 20 years, but have only focused on certain astpects of my playing, so I figure this game might help me broaden some of my techniques. I am up to the first event where you need drop tuning. Up to this point, I just qualified for the event after rehearsing each song once and then did the event. I did get a double encore a couple of times, and I do have gold medals on each technique I tried so far. But I know there are some songs that are way beyond my skill (I love Cowboys from Hell and Hangar 18, but I can only play some of the riffs in those songs, and if Cliffs of Dover does indeed come out...I've tried for years, but have never got that down) So I am hoping to have fun with the easier songs and see if I can get some tips on the harder songs to at least help me focus on my techniques.
 
Anyone happen to know when trading this in to Amazon whether or not they expect the cable to be included with your trade-in submission?

I already own the original version but my cable is getting kinda spotty.
I'd like buy the Guitar and Bass version from Amazon, keep the cable, and trade back just the game.

Anyone tried this ?

Any help would be appreciated.
 
...I feel like I should've bought the blue mustang back in december even with the broken bridge piece, or at least looked at it to determine whether I could fix it. Now I have to settle for the jaguar...lol
 
[quote name='Psybuster']...I feel like I should've bought the blue mustang back in december even with the broken bridge piece, or at least looked at it to determine whether I could fix it. Now I have to settle for the jaguar...lol[/QUOTE]

Did you find one at one of your local stores? :)
 
[quote name='sladeums']Anyone happen to know when trading this in to Amazon whether or not they expect the cable to be included with your trade-in submission?

I already own the original version but my cable is getting kinda spotty.
I'd like buy the Guitar and Bass version from Amazon, keep the cable, and trade back just the game.
[/QUOTE]
There have others who bought used and only got the disc, so Amazon may not care about the cable either

But you're gonna get a new cable if you buy the g&b version, so not much of a loss unless you wanted a backup

[quote name='Psybuster']...I feel like I should've bought the blue mustang back in december even with the broken bridge piece, or at least looked at it to determine whether I could fix it. Now I have to settle for the jaguar...lol[/QUOTE]
:-({|=... Settle for the jaguar:lol:
Ya know, a bb employee told me they sold the only 'stang over a month ago. And that they let it go for 200 because of some missing parts. Wonder if it was the same one.
 
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