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Rocksmith - like guitar hero, but learn real guitar (1 Viewer)

It really seems focused on repeating songs you see on the screen, rather than building skills.
How long have you had the game? I found that as you start improving on the songs (and the game starts adding notes) and get deeper into the songlist, you cannot improve without it building your skills. I'm at the point now where in order to qualify for the events I have to go into the riff repeater and practice building up the notes in almost every part of a given song. My fret work and picking are infinitely better than they were when I first started and it's just because of that.
 
I can't get my son to get into this enough. The initial stages are a little tedious, so he doesn't get to them, though I'm convinced that if he just stuck with it long enough to get past the initial stages he wouldn't put it down.

 
I can't get my son to get into this enough. The initial stages are a little tedious, so he doesn't get to them, though I'm convinced that if he just stuck with it long enough to get past the initial stages he wouldn't put it down.
Same thing with my kids. I figured I'd give it another shot in a year or two.
 
I can play that Silversun Pickups 'Panic Switch' over and over again.

What a great tune. No idea how I missed out on these guys. Heard about them repeatedly in the new music threads, listened to one song (no idea what) and said 'meh'.

 
I can play that Silversun Pickups 'Panic Switch' over and over again. What a great tune. No idea how I missed out on these guys. Heard about them repeatedly in the new music threads, listened to one song (no idea what) and said 'meh'.
:goodposting: That's why I don't put much stock in the playlists whenever the games come out. I always find that I really like 2-3 songs I had never heard before.
 
It really seems focused on repeating songs you see on the screen, rather than building skills.
How long have you had the game? I found that as you start improving on the songs (and the game starts adding notes) and get deeper into the songlist, you cannot improve without it building your skills. I'm at the point now where in order to qualify for the events I have to go into the riff repeater and practice building up the notes in almost every part of a given song. My fret work and picking are infinitely better than they were when I first started and it's just because of that.
I got to master mode on maybe 10 songs or so at this point. I'm sure I'll get back to playing it, but it's better in small doses IMO. I completely abandoned the set list progression, because I found it completely annoying and just jump to songs I wanted to play. I don't really want to play Jenny O or whatever.
 
Soooo....who has went from zero guitar experience to playing guitar using this?
Thanks for the bump. Wife is buying me a Stratocaster starter kit for my birthday next week and we were discussing this game.
What specifically is she getting you? You can get a real Fender Strat (made in Mexico) for about $250-275 on Craigslist. I just picked up a six month old 2011 for a friend for $275. I'd suggest considering that as an alternative to one of the Guitar Center starter kits with a Fender Starcaster or a Squier Bullet Strat or an Affinity Strat, which won't be an upgrade from the Rocksmith guitar. But perhaps she's getting you a real Fender Strat. I just haven't seen those offered as part of a "starter kit."
 
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Soooo....who has went from zero guitar experience to playing guitar using this?
Thanks for the bump. Wife is buying me a Stratocaster starter kit for my birthday next week and we were discussing this game.
What specifically is she getting you? You can get a real Fender Strat (made in Mexico) for about $250-275 on Craigslist. I just picked up a six month old 2011 for a friend for $275. I'd suggest considering that as an alternative to one of the Guitar Center starter kits with a Fender Starcaster or a Squier Bullet Strat or an Affinity Strat, which won't be an upgrade from the Rocksmith guitar. But perhaps she's getting you a real Fender Strat. I just haven't seen those offered as part of a "starter kit."
Thanks for the help, man.This is what she was looking at (without breaking the bank, but if I can get a better value I will spend more):

My link

 
Soooo....who has went from zero guitar experience to playing guitar using this?
Thanks for the bump. Wife is buying me a Stratocaster starter kit for my birthday next week and we were discussing this game.
What specifically is she getting you? You can get a real Fender Strat (made in Mexico) for about $250-275 on Craigslist. I just picked up a six month old 2011 for a friend for $275. I'd suggest considering that as an alternative to one of the Guitar Center starter kits with a Fender Starcaster or a Squier Bullet Strat or an Affinity Strat, which won't be an upgrade from the Rocksmith guitar. But perhaps she's getting you a real Fender Strat. I just haven't seen those offered as part of a "starter kit."
Thanks for the help, man.This is what she was looking at (without breaking the bank, but if I can get a better value I will spend more):

My link
Have you played guitar before? Are you planning to take lessons? What is your honest prediction about whether you'll actually stick with it?The reason I ask these questions is because if you really think you're going to stick with it, I'd start with better gear. The guitar in this starter package is pretty crappy and you'll be looking to replace it already after six months with the guitar you could have bought out of the gate. Cheap guitars generally don't stay in tune, sound sorta crappy, and are more difficult to play. The amp in this kit is crappy too, though I would stick with a cheap amp (or even no amp at all) until you've confirmed that you'll stick with it.

If this is an impulse buy, however, and it's something that you think you'll mess around with for a bit and then move on to something else, then I'd spend as little as possible and the starter kit really fits the bill.

Just my two cents. You'd need to check it out in person, but something like this guitar might fit the bill for a Fender Strat: http://newjersey.craigslist.org/msg/3068898214.html

 
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Have you played guitar before? Are you planning to take lessons? What is your honest prediction about whether you'll actually stick with it?

The reason I ask these questions is because if you really think you're going to stick with it, I'd start with better gear. The guitar in this starter package is pretty crappy and you'll be looking to replace it already after six months with the guitar you could have bought out of the gate. Cheap guitars generally don't stay in tune, sound sorta crappy, and are more difficult to play. The amp in this kit is crappy too, though I would stick with a cheap amp (or even no amp at all) until you've confirmed that you'll stick with it.

If this is an impulse buy, however, and it's something that you think you'll mess around with for a bit and then move on to something else, then I'd spend as little as possible and the starter kit really fits the bill.

Just my two cents. You'd need to check it out in person, but something like this guitar might fit the bill for a Fender Strat: http://newjersey.craigslist.org/msg/3068898214.html
Thanks again for taking the time, bb. I know you're in a band but never got a chance to listen. Can you link your band again please?I take music very seriously but haven't played anything since I was in the Jersey Shore Junior Symphony Orchestra about 20 years ago playing the trombone. I need a hobby because too often I find myself planting my tail in front of the TV and falling asleep. I am heavy into old school R&B, funk, classic rock, and even new wave and some of today's stuff. I have never picked up the guitar before and know that learning chords on an acoustic guitar is probably the correct way to delve into this, so I know I'm kind of being impatient.

I can see myself sticking with it and getting lessons to answer your first question. You mention the caveats of cheap guitars; I have also worried about buying used though. For something like the guitar you linked on Craigslist: how will I know that the thing isn't damaged, or will stay in tune? Are there hidden dangers of buying a guitar used? I'd love to not cheap out and get something good out of the gate.

My goal is picking up a guitar, getting lessons and practicing, but also spending a LOT of time trying to master the best like Clapton, Paige, Beck, May, Haynes, etc.

So if we can put a number on it, I'm probably about 80% likely to stick with it.

 
I plan on getting back into this soon. I set goals to learn the piano and guitar this year. I picked up a piano in Dec and this game in Mar.

With a headstart on piano, it was coming more easily, so I have focused on it the last three months and can play about any song with basic chords after a few times to practice it. It is pretty fun to take old tunes I like, dig up the chords online and pound them out on the keys.

I think guitar will be harder, I had some trouble with F, but I expect by end of year I will be able to strum out some decent tunes, which is all I am looking for.

I dont see the game helping with much more than that, unless you are looking to play the specific songs on the game. I suppose it offers some familiarity with the instrument for those inclined to use it as a starter and then move on.

 
Have you played guitar before? Are you planning to take lessons? What is your honest prediction about whether you'll actually stick with it?

The reason I ask these questions is because if you really think you're going to stick with it, I'd start with better gear. The guitar in this starter package is pretty crappy and you'll be looking to replace it already after six months with the guitar you could have bought out of the gate. Cheap guitars generally don't stay in tune, sound sorta crappy, and are more difficult to play. The amp in this kit is crappy too, though I would stick with a cheap amp (or even no amp at all) until you've confirmed that you'll stick with it.

If this is an impulse buy, however, and it's something that you think you'll mess around with for a bit and then move on to something else, then I'd spend as little as possible and the starter kit really fits the bill.

Just my two cents. You'd need to check it out in person, but something like this guitar might fit the bill for a Fender Strat: http://newjersey.craigslist.org/msg/3068898214.html
Thanks again for taking the time, bb. I know you're in a band but never got a chance to listen. Can you link your band again please?
Hey, thanks for asking! Here's a link to our EP on iTunes: Southern SlangIf you want to check out one of the tunes for free, click this link on

In that case, I'd recommend starting with something better than a Starcaster. Do you know anyone who plays guitar? If so, perhaps you could get him to go with you to check out guitars. Really, what you want to do when buying used is to ensure that there isn't any damage to the neck (the fretboard specifically), and that the electronics are all working (plug it in and play it through each of the three pick-ups). A used guitar very well may need some adjustments (heck, new guitars often need adjustments), but that's the thing about good guitars - they can be adjusted. As for cosmetic issues, that's a personal thing. Most gigging artists like their guitars with some wear and tear.Anyway, I didn't mean to screw up your birthday present plans. Just giving you some alternative ideas. Good luck, and be sure to let us know what you end up getting.

 
Have you played guitar before? Are you planning to take lessons? What is your honest prediction about whether you'll actually stick with it?

The reason I ask these questions is because if you really think you're going to stick with it, I'd start with better gear. The guitar in this starter package is pretty crappy and you'll be looking to replace it already after six months with the guitar you could have bought out of the gate. Cheap guitars generally don't stay in tune, sound sorta crappy, and are more difficult to play. The amp in this kit is crappy too, though I would stick with a cheap amp (or even no amp at all) until you've confirmed that you'll stick with it.

If this is an impulse buy, however, and it's something that you think you'll mess around with for a bit and then move on to something else, then I'd spend as little as possible and the starter kit really fits the bill.

Just my two cents. You'd need to check it out in person, but something like this guitar might fit the bill for a Fender Strat: http://newjersey.craigslist.org/msg/3068898214.html
Thanks again for taking the time, bb. I know you're in a band but never got a chance to listen. Can you link your band again please?
Hey, thanks for asking! Here's a link to our EP on iTunes: Southern SlangIf you want to check out one of the tunes for free, click this link on

Ok man, I did my homework. First of all, I'm not just being polite, but your band kicks ###. I really dig the vibe.My wife suggested the Strat but I have looked at the Agile Les Paul copies in the past. For the best bang for the buck I stumbled upon this beauty:

Free shipping too

Not a bad price for a new model, and it's got a bunch of positive reviews.

 
Have you played guitar before? Are you planning to take lessons? What is your honest prediction about whether you'll actually stick with it?

The reason I ask these questions is because if you really think you're going to stick with it, I'd start with better gear. The guitar in this starter package is pretty crappy and you'll be looking to replace it already after six months with the guitar you could have bought out of the gate. Cheap guitars generally don't stay in tune, sound sorta crappy, and are more difficult to play. The amp in this kit is crappy too, though I would stick with a cheap amp (or even no amp at all) until you've confirmed that you'll stick with it.

If this is an impulse buy, however, and it's something that you think you'll mess around with for a bit and then move on to something else, then I'd spend as little as possible and the starter kit really fits the bill.

Just my two cents. You'd need to check it out in person, but something like this guitar might fit the bill for a Fender Strat: http://newjersey.craigslist.org/msg/3068898214.html
Thanks again for taking the time, bb. I know you're in a band but never got a chance to listen. Can you link your band again please?
Hey, thanks for asking! Here's a link to our EP on iTunes: Southern SlangIf you want to check out one of the tunes for free, click this link on

What did you think of the Agile? I have an Agile AL3100 that is a great guitar, but then you are looking at around $450.That Epiphone would be a step up from the Starcaster. I have an Epiphone and like it. I would still go bb's route and go for a MIM Strat for ~$300 or less.

 
Have you played guitar before? Are you planning to take lessons? What is your honest prediction about whether you'll actually stick with it?

The reason I ask these questions is because if you really think you're going to stick with it, I'd start with better gear. The guitar in this starter package is pretty crappy and you'll be looking to replace it already after six months with the guitar you could have bought out of the gate. Cheap guitars generally don't stay in tune, sound sorta crappy, and are more difficult to play. The amp in this kit is crappy too, though I would stick with a cheap amp (or even no amp at all) until you've confirmed that you'll stick with it.

If this is an impulse buy, however, and it's something that you think you'll mess around with for a bit and then move on to something else, then I'd spend as little as possible and the starter kit really fits the bill.

Just my two cents. You'd need to check it out in person, but something like this guitar might fit the bill for a Fender Strat: http://newjersey.craigslist.org/msg/3068898214.html
Thanks again for taking the time, bb. I know you're in a band but never got a chance to listen. Can you link your band again please?
Hey, thanks for asking! Here's a link to our EP on iTunes: Southern SlangIf you want to check out one of the tunes for free, click this link on

I didn't feel or try the Agile but just browsed on Rondomusic.com and am seriously impressed with their products. I was looking at their $450+ models but am admittedly penny pinching as I feel guilty with us buying a house next month. The Epiphone looked great and seems like a great deal.

I know nothing so thanks for your advice guys.

 
Have you played guitar before? Are you planning to take lessons? What is your honest prediction about whether you'll actually stick with it?

The reason I ask these questions is because if you really think you're going to stick with it, I'd start with better gear. The guitar in this starter package is pretty crappy and you'll be looking to replace it already after six months with the guitar you could have bought out of the gate. Cheap guitars generally don't stay in tune, sound sorta crappy, and are more difficult to play. The amp in this kit is crappy too, though I would stick with a cheap amp (or even no amp at all) until you've confirmed that you'll stick with it.

If this is an impulse buy, however, and it's something that you think you'll mess around with for a bit and then move on to something else, then I'd spend as little as possible and the starter kit really fits the bill.

Just my two cents. You'd need to check it out in person, but something like this guitar might fit the bill for a Fender Strat: http://newjersey.craigslist.org/msg/3068898214.html
Thanks again for taking the time, bb. I know you're in a band but never got a chance to listen. Can you link your band again please?
Hey, thanks for asking! Here's a link to our EP on iTunes: Southern SlangIf you want to check out one of the tunes for free, click this link on

Wow, thanks for the compliment. We just play for fun, but it's always great to get positive feedback. Really appreciate it. As for the Agile guitars, I've heard good things, but I've never played one. I do like Epiphones as a reasonable alternative to a Gibson Les Paul if you're on a budget. The Gibsons are clearly better, but Epiphones play well, and have a decent sound. I own one myself. Definitely a better guitar than the Starcaster or sub-$200 Squiers. But keep in mind that Epiphones have humbucker pickups which have a different sound than their single coil counterparts (think trademark Les Paul sound versus trademark Fender Strat sound). The neck on the Epiphone will also be slightly wider than the neck on a Strat which may make it harder, or easier, to play as a beginner depending on your hand size (and if you have fat fingers).

Good luck! Looking forward to wishing you a HNG Day!

 
If you want to check out one of the tunes for free, click this link on

Thanks! The vocals were mixed a little lower on that tune. They're a little more prominent on the other tracks. Some of the lyrics . . .

Hit the ground runnin' for a night of shotgunnin', ain't got no self-control

All the whiskey and women, it's just the beginnin', bet the devil gonna steal my soul

I drink one for the honeys, two to let go, a dozen more shots tonight

You send my whole world spinnin' for long night of sinnin', got a hell of an appetite

Not exactly poetry.

 
Have you played guitar before? Are you planning to take lessons? What is your honest prediction about whether you'll actually stick with it?

The reason I ask these questions is because if you really think you're going to stick with it, I'd start with better gear. The guitar in this starter package is pretty crappy and you'll be looking to replace it already after six months with the guitar you could have bought out of the gate. Cheap guitars generally don't stay in tune, sound sorta crappy, and are more difficult to play. The amp in this kit is crappy too, though I would stick with a cheap amp (or even no amp at all) until you've confirmed that you'll stick with it.

If this is an impulse buy, however, and it's something that you think you'll mess around with for a bit and then move on to something else, then I'd spend as little as possible and the starter kit really fits the bill.

Just my two cents. You'd need to check it out in person, but something like this guitar might fit the bill for a Fender Strat: http://newjersey.craigslist.org/msg/3068898214.html
Thanks again for taking the time, bb. I know you're in a band but never got a chance to listen. Can you link your band again please?
Hey, thanks for asking! Here's a link to our EP on iTunes: Southern SlangIf you want to check out one of the tunes for free, click this link on

Tiny, short, skinny fingers.
 
Fender would probably be slightly easier to learn on, but I wouldn't let that drive the decision. Even if you plan to buy on line, hit your local guitar store and test them out (even if you just get a feel for them in your hands). The Epiphone will also be a little heavier generally.

 
Soooo....who has went from zero guitar experience to playing guitar using this?
Thanks for the bump. Wife is buying me a Stratocaster starter kit for my birthday next week and we were discussing this game.
What specifically is she getting you? You can get a real Fender Strat (made in Mexico) for about $250-275 on Craigslist. I just picked up a six month old 2011 for a friend for $275. I'd suggest considering that as an alternative to one of the Guitar Center starter kits with a Fender Starcaster or a Squier Bullet Strat or an Affinity Strat, which won't be an upgrade from the Rocksmith guitar. But perhaps she's getting you a real Fender Strat. I just haven't seen those offered as part of a "starter kit."
Thanks for the help, man.This is what she was looking at (without breaking the bank, but if I can get a better value I will spend more):

My link
Have you played guitar before? Are you planning to take lessons? What is your honest prediction about whether you'll actually stick with it?The reason I ask these questions is because if you really think you're going to stick with it, I'd start with better gear. The guitar in this starter package is pretty crappy and you'll be looking to replace it already after six months with the guitar you could have bought out of the gate. Cheap guitars generally don't stay in tune, sound sorta crappy, and are more difficult to play. The amp in this kit is crappy too, though I would stick with a cheap amp (or even no amp at all) until you've confirmed that you'll stick with it.

If this is an impulse buy, however, and it's something that you think you'll mess around with for a bit and then move on to something else, then I'd spend as little as possible and the starter kit really fits the bill.

Just my two cents. You'd need to check it out in person, but something like this guitar might fit the bill for a Fender Strat: http://newjersey.craigslist.org/msg/3068898214.html
This is sage advice.
 
So it's been a year since this thing was released and I was hoping for an update form some of you guys that bought it last year. Did you get bored with it after a week or did you stick with it? Did it really help you learn how to play? Was the lag a real problem? Anyone know if there were any updates to the game this year or the song list?

 
So it's been a year since this thing was released and I was hoping for an update form some of you guys that bought it last year. Did you get bored with it after a week or did you stick with it? Did it really help you learn how to play? Was the lag a real problem? Anyone know if there were any updates to the game this year or the song list?
I have had it about it year, but have not played it for a while. Not that it wasn't fun, but I got busy with other things. Now that winter is coming, I hope to get back into it.I never had a lag problem, but they released a major (free download) update to address the issues others were having. They have added quite a few new songs, but you need to buy most of them. I have not heard anything about a completely new version, but haven't been checking up on it yet.

ETA: A fairly recent thread on MyLesPaul.

 
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So it's been a year since this thing was released and I was hoping for an update form some of you guys that bought it last year. Did you get bored with it after a week or did you stick with it? Did it really help you learn how to play? Was the lag a real problem? Anyone know if there were any updates to the game this year or the song list?
I have had it about it year, but have not played it for a while. Not that it wasn't fun, but I got busy with other things. Now that winter is coming, I hope to get back into it.I never had a lag problem, but they released a major (free download) update to address the issues others were having. They have added quite a few new songs, but you need to buy most of them. I have not heard anything about a completely new version, but haven't been checking up on it yet.

ETA: A fairly recent thread on MyLesPaul.
Thanks, I took lessons a few years back and just kind of drifted away from it. I'm thinking of picking this up for me and my son (8). He thinks he wants to learn drums but maybe this would peak his interest.
 
Rocksmith 2014 comes out in about 2 weeks. Looks like a massive improvement in a lot of the areas that made it a little onerous, plus a lot of new features. Looking forward to it.

 
Rocksmith 2014 comes out in about 2 weeks. Looks like a massive improvement in a lot of the areas that made it a little onerous, plus a lot of new features. Looking forward to it.
How about using the kinect feature with a live tutor? (or free form with friends?)

 
Decent song selection

All I Wanna Do Splashh 2012 Indie Rock

Bat Country Avenged Sevenfold 2005 Metal

Black Magic Magic Wands 2008 Indie Rock

Blood and Thunder Mastadon 2004 Metal

Cemetery Gates Pantera 1990 Metal

Don't Look Back In Anger Oasis 1996 Alternative Rock

For A Fool The Shins 2012 Indie Rock

Heart Shaped Box Nirvana 1993 Grunge

Knights of Cydonia Muse 2006 Rock

Knockin' On Heaven's Door Bob Dylan 1973 Classic Rock

Losing My Religion R.E.M. 1991 Alternative Rock

Love That's Gone La Sera 2012 Indie Rock

My Generation The Who 1965 Classic Rock

No More Mr. Nice Guy Alice Cooper 1973 Hard Rock

Now Paramore 2013 Pop Punk

Paint It, Black The Rolling Stones 1966 Classic Rock

Paranoid Android Radiohead 1997 Alternative Rock

R U Mine? Arctic Monkeys 2012 Indie Rock

Rock And Roll All Nite Kiss 1975 Hard Rock

Rotten Apple Screaming Females 2011 Indie Rock

Savior Rise Against 2009 Rock

Say It Ain't So Weezer 1990 Grunge

Sixteen Saltines Jack White 2011 Garage Rock

Sore Tummy PAWS 2012 Indie Rock

Stone Alice In Chains 2013 Rock

The Chimera The Smashing Pumpkins 2012 Alternative Rock

The Trooper Iron Maiden 1983 Metal

Thunder Kiss '65 White Zombie 1992 Hard Rock

Ultra Soul B'z 2001 Hard Rock

Walk This Way Aerosmith 1975 Rock

War Ensemble Slayer 1990 Metal

Wasteland EarlyRise 2011 Rock

Wires Red Fang 2011 Metal

You Really Got Me The Kinks 1964

 
Rocksmith 2014 comes out in about 2 weeks. Looks like a massive improvement in a lot of the areas that made it a little onerous, plus a lot of new features. Looking forward to it.
How about using the kinect feature with a live tutor? (or free form with friends?)
I don't have kinect, for one.
I mean't as an abstract idea for future games. The dev team seems real committed to make this a success.

 
Was able to put some time in on it this weekend and it's a massively improved game. For one, everything is faster and easier to load and navigate. Repeating sections used to be limited and time consuming, now it's in-song and customizeable. Looking forward to spending lots of time on it.

 
Interested to hear more about this. I have the first version, and while fun, some things were frustrating.

 
Interested to hear more about this. I have the first version, and while fun, some things were frustrating.
As am I. I bought it when it came out a couple of years ago, but didn't play it long, as I found the instruction confusing, and was at a loss as to what was the best system.

 
So it's been a year since this thing was released and I was hoping for an update form some of you guys that bought it last year. Did you get bored with it after a week or did you stick with it? Did it really help you learn how to play? Was the lag a real problem? Anyone know if there were any updates to the game this year or the song list?
:popcorn:

 

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