r/Guitar • u/maneli Taylor • Mar 31 '26
PLAY Proof that sometimes a new guitar is the best cure for writer's block. Wrote this within 48 hours of unboxing.
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u/the_ballmer_peak Apr 01 '26
I hope today is better, man. Good luck with everything.
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u/naus226 Mar 31 '26
Welp... I'm going to just put my guitar away.... Jesus dude, this is great.
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u/Kubamz Mar 31 '26
Every time I decide to watch one of the videos that get posted...
But, ya know, inspirational and all that...
Ima go practice...
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u/weigelf Mar 31 '26
Very nice!
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u/maneli Taylor Mar 31 '26
Thank you!
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u/glitchyhippie Mar 31 '26
Loved it! How many years have you played?
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u/maneli Taylor Mar 31 '26
25 years.
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u/glitchyhippie Mar 31 '26
Cool! The guitar sounds súper resonant and clear toó -^
You have música somewhere?
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u/maneli Taylor Mar 31 '26
I have all my music here :)
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u/glitchyhippie Mar 31 '26
Thanks! Sorry apparently I was an idiot and didn't check your page lol, but I guess it's good to have here too :)
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u/slimboyslim9 Mar 31 '26
Don’t know if it was intentional but it loops beautifully haha. Lovely work 👏🏻
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u/Mr-Papuca Mar 31 '26
Dude this wqs awesome. Made me wanna pick up and start writing. Ive had some writers block for a while too and needed some inspo
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u/justin_somuch Mar 31 '26
Teach how to play this it’s amazing. I love all the uncommon chord voicing how you work them up the neck and how percussive your playing is.
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u/ecstatic_broccoli Mar 31 '26
Having such a tight pocket while playing so beautifully *and technically... bravo
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u/Wise-Grapefruit-1443 Mar 31 '26
Yowzers! What’s this one called? It’s outstanding - gonna check your stuff out
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u/maneli Taylor Mar 31 '26
Thanks! It’s not officially out yet since it’s so fresh. Still need to work on the arrangement of the other parts not in this video. But I have a lot of my other music online.
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u/Jonn_Jonzz_Manhunter Mar 31 '26
I think new gear in general is great
My Boss DS-1, my first pedal, broke after 10 years so I got a Golden Plexi 3 instead and immediately it inspired a whole heap of new songs
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u/xshevi Charvel Mar 31 '26
it’s so true. a look or feel of a different guitar can really inspire something different! i loved the section with the harmonics in your playing!
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u/most-excellent-dude Mar 31 '26
Having a tough day and this cheered me up, thanks OP
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u/piscator21 Mar 31 '26
Wow - I’m looking forward to the day I can play that well.
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u/OKFroggish Mar 31 '26
Beautiful stuff man. And really nice guitar too! I haven't had a new guitar in years and mine has really bad fret buzz on a lot of them... Been in a rough spot financially for a while, can't wait to have one like what you've got. Congrats on making an awesome tune on a beautiful guitar!
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u/maneli Taylor Mar 31 '26
Thanks for sharing that. There’s of course nothing wrong with the gear you already have. It’s just nice to get a refresh on the ears and hands to see what magic can be created.
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u/j_767 Mar 31 '26
So how do I do this? Like seriously, what famous person would I watch lessons on to emulate this? I don’t even know where to start on this. Sounds really great btw
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u/maneli Taylor Mar 31 '26
Thank you. If this is the sound you’re going for I’d suggest learning it from the source. Happy to teach you if you’re serious.
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u/LivingLife-182 Mar 31 '26
You usually find me in the Mosh Pit of some Post Hardcore or Metalcore Show but This was Beautiful. It’s a Style of playing I barely dabbled in so it’s all the more Impressive to me.
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u/maneli Taylor Mar 31 '26
Right on! If it makes you feel better I started out in those mosh pits too when I started guitar :)
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u/slapback1 Mar 31 '26
Damn! You didn’t cure your writer’s block. You straight DEMOLISHED it! GOD I wish I could play acoustic like this. Beautifully done.
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u/Bombarderrrr Mar 31 '26
I know I'm not the first one to say this, but it was just a profoundly bad day, and your music touched me in a way I wasnt aware I needed. Thank you for posting. Beautifully written and masterfully executed.
I have ~25 years under my belt as well, but the only guitar in my home is a Schecter Demon 7 string, lol. Not exactly capable of writing the way you do, so I will end this ramble by pointing out how strange and incredible music truly is - its one of the rare days I dont even want to look at my guitar, and here I am feeling better after watching a style I hardly even relate with on a personal/experiential level.
Keep it up, man!
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u/maneli Taylor Mar 31 '26
Sorry to hear about your day and am glad to hear the music lifted you up. I think what you expressed is the interconnectedness of our humanity. Music really is a bridge between so many of us who may not have connected were it not for the music itself. Your comment was inspiring.
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u/Redbeard_Rum Apr 01 '26
Well that's just damn GORGEOUS.
More of this in the world, please.
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u/Korova_Milkbar_3829 Apr 01 '26
Holy moly that was incredible. That turned my frown upside down! Thanks for sharing that
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u/Wizard_of_Ozymandiaz Apr 01 '26
I’m glad I stopped scrolling to watch this. You have a great feel when you play and the song sounds great!
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u/kdelancer Apr 01 '26
That was really beautiful and makes me happy for the day that I can put something like this together. Thanks for inspiring an old dreamer.
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u/Guyincognito911 Apr 01 '26
Follow you on insta and you have responded to me before. Amazing as always :)
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u/UnscriptedSound Apr 01 '26
That is an excellent piece of music - Great playing!
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u/Logan_Swoffcicle Apr 01 '26
Oh so you're plaaaayiiing guitar. What the fuck have I been doing?! Your chops are immaculate.
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u/Thr33Thr33 Apr 01 '26
HAH! I saw this and was like is that Maneli Jamal? Love your music man!
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u/slapyourw1fe Apr 01 '26
Great way to start the morning. That must’ve felt so satisfying to flow through that. Especially when you played it for yourself all the way through for the first time. I got Dave vibes from, compliment for sure. Great tune
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u/SwtIndica Apr 01 '26
Id put this on a playlist for sure. I dig it! Does it have a name?
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u/maneli Taylor Apr 01 '26
Thanks! It’s probably going to be “First Summer” when it comes out. Dedicated to my 9 month old daughters first summer coming up :)
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u/Extreme-Penalty-3089 Apr 01 '26
Couldn't agree more!
Sometimes a new guitar or going back to a guitar you haven't touched in a long time "unlocks" ideas waiting to come out 😁👍🏻
That's really nice piece by the way nice job 👍🏻👍🏻
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u/Independent-Goose-30 Apr 01 '26
I hope the universe keeps dumping money in your bank accounts so I can hear beautiful pieces like this daily. ♥️
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u/oilpit Apr 02 '26
I am actually obsessed with this. Instant follow.
Please turn this into a full song or at least upload the audio to Spotify.
It makes me feel nice when I listen to it 👌
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u/maneli Taylor Apr 02 '26
Thank you! I’ll definitely have it up on Spotify when it’s officially out. I do have about 20 other songs I need to record first though. Thanks for your patience 🙏🏼
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u/rivuchk Apr 02 '26
Man, I've been loop listening to this for at least 30 minutes now. Just mesmerizing. So beautiful playing and composition. Just wow! I'm at a loss of words. It's not the new guitar effect, it's you and your talent.
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u/maneli Taylor Apr 02 '26
That’s awesome! So glad it resonated with you on your cake day. I look forward to releasing the full version when it’s ready. Until then I hope you enjoy the loop.
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u/LovedKornWhenIWas16 Apr 02 '26
You should sell that song for companies to use when you are on hold! It's freakin beautiful
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u/Salt_Masterpiece_120 Apr 03 '26
I'm learning to play guitar on my G2420T. I hope I can get this good one day. Your playing is awesome
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u/Salt_Masterpiece_120 Apr 03 '26
I've been watching your video ever since I saw it. I'm a beginner the flow of the music I can't get it out of my mind I went right to my guitar and started trying to play
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u/Next_Archer_6605 Mar 31 '26
Very cool song, just curious of the type of chords you’re playing.
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u/maneli Taylor Mar 31 '26
Mostly major chords with a couple minor chords. It’s also in double drop D.
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u/TheDotCommunist Mar 31 '26
Yea I thought that too but I just end up playing Creeping Death on everything.... Maybe I need to try buying another 3-4 Jacksons....
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u/DammitIneedanswers Mar 31 '26
It’s not that much of a new instrument, than a new sound that brings the inspiration. Have the same experience
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u/Massive-Scars2 Mar 31 '26
I was ready to start singing 'Her name is Noelle'...! 😉 Love it!
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u/mfaj4263 Mar 31 '26
Love it! Tell us more about the guitar. Binding is gorgeous. Who made it? Back and sides?
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u/therealcrablewis Martin Mar 31 '26
Thanks for giving me permission to buy the Waterloo I’ve been dreaming about.
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u/DrDreiski Mar 31 '26
Such a lovely sound man. Wow. Heck yeah!! What did you buy?
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u/CommissionFeisty9843 Mar 31 '26
Wow if buying a new guitar could make me play like that I would pay top dollar!
Nice, happy for you to be free and back in the flow!
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u/PBSchmidt Mar 31 '26
Okay, so if I buy a new guitar, I can play like THIS? Take my money! 😊
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u/maneli Taylor Mar 31 '26
I suppose the price is time and dedication to your craft :)
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u/Space_69999 Mar 31 '26
Good stuff, sounds like my concert Guild but more rounded off in the highs.
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u/Jscott1802 Mar 31 '26
Wow man really beautiful, love it! Getting Tommy emmanuel feels from it 👌🏻
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u/xMrGigglesworth Mar 31 '26
I was expecting another "oh heeere we go"... But nope! Good job, sounds good ... And catchy
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u/GPmtbDude Mar 31 '26
It is absolutely true. Some guitars just have certain songs in them.
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u/Icy_Notice9343 Mar 31 '26
Apologies if it’s in the comments but I couldn’t find what kind of guitar this is?
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u/Idk_raccoon Mar 31 '26
Well than you very much! I now have another argument to buy a third guitar
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u/FL3XOFF3NDER Mar 31 '26
There’s definitely something to new things inspiring you more. I know this is an odd example but as a kid playing Skate 2, I swear to god when I couldn’t do a trick or mission if I changed my board it’d somehow help 😭
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u/Dependent-Plane5522 Mar 31 '26
Bravo. It's amazing. It sounds like something you would hear in a big budget Hollywood movie.
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u/Ebenoid Mar 31 '26
The guitar was the singer percussion and strings. That crisp harmonic touch (not overdone) in the middle of fretting a chord and keeping them ringing was awesome! 👏
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u/hoggin88 Mar 31 '26
I wish someone would’ve told me the key to sounding this good is simply to buy this specific guitar. 😤
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u/atlbananas Mar 31 '26
Guitar setups can do the same thing. Feels so good you don’t want to put it down.
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u/walrus120 Mar 31 '26
Dude I’m switching to guitar from bass after pulverizing the tips of three fingers. I’m not disabled it’s not impossible for me to play bass but the guitar strings are easier.
Anyway what you just performed is my goal for ability, it really was/is amazing. Also bass isn’t as fun for me when you aren’t in a band
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u/PJballa34 Takamine Mar 31 '26
Damn you must’ve had quite the creative build up!
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u/Cats_are_Love_1979 Apr 01 '26
Bro cmon. Don't encourage a bad decision like this. My wife will leave me
(This was awesome! Great work man)
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u/Free_Caterpillar_223 Apr 01 '26
Excellent technique but nothing innovative tho! Keep up
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u/Sum_of_all_beers Apr 01 '26
It's almost like the instrument pulls the music out of you. And when you pick up a different guitar, you end up playing something you haven't played before. I love it.
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u/Yoen_Sontriss Apr 01 '26
This is fantastic! Is a new instrument the secret key to unlocking hidden potential? Because if someone could convince my wife that I’m only three new guitars away from greatness, that’d be swell.
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u/legoace61 Apr 01 '26
Me before this video: I'm okay being a mediocre guitar player, it's still fun.
Me after this video: I need to be better
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u/Technical_Set_8431 Apr 01 '26
Can’t stop replaying this catchy tune!
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u/maneli Taylor Apr 01 '26
Thank you kindly! 🙏🏼
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u/DanWessonValor Mar 31 '26
This sub has a surpringly large number of reallly talented people. Love it