ralph's

Summertime Lessons

noreply@blogger.com (Ralph) — Wed, 09 May 2012 19:49:00 +0000

We'll be offering private lessons as usual throughout the Summer months so sign up today! We offer the very best instruction in;
Guitar
Bass Guitar
Drums
Piano / Keyboard
Uke

School Band ROCK's !!

noreply@blogger.com (Ralph) — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:38:00 +0000

We are NOT just a Guitar shop!. We are THE place for all your band needs. Rentals, Repairs, and a good supply of used instruments and all the books and supplies you'll need....

What a Fantastic Seminar!! We now have Eric's book on sale here...

noreply@blogger.com (Ralph) — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 14:08:00 +0000

In this free workshop, Nashville music industry veteran and New England native, Eric Normand, provides a peek behind the curtain to the world's second-largest music production city. Using references from his book,” The Nashville Musician's Survival Guide” he will share useful information he has learned in his decade in Nashville that pertains to musicians on any level, in any location.

Among the topics covered:

»» The concept of the “Hired Gun”

»» Nashville Music Industry Inside; Touring, Recording & Nightclubs

»» Touring 101; What it’s like to work on a national or regional tour. Includes what NOT to do on a tour bus!

»» Nashville Specifics; Nashville number system, style diversity, the ‘tip jar’, networking, studio concepts

»» Guitar Rig & Style demo: “Class AB” amps, Telecasters, effects.

Styles: Rock, Country/Pop, Chicken Pickin’, Southern Rock, Blues

»» Questions & Answers + Book Signing Immediately After!

Introducing the "Lesson Express Card"

noreply@blogger.com (Ralph) — Wed, 18 May 2011 15:45:00 +0000

The ”Lesson Express” card is a 5 lesson punch card that allows you to take a lesson when it’s convenient for you. Use it whenever you want. It has no expiration date. Share it with family and friends. Use it with any teacher and for any instrument we teach. Simply the most convenient way ever to take lessons.
“Lesson Express” Don’t learn to ROCK without it!

Mark Damon-The Pretty Reckless

noreply@blogger.com (Ralph) — Wed, 23 Mar 2011 17:27:00 +0000

Here's a cool photo of our good friend Mark on tour with one of the hottest bands in the country "The Pretty Reckless". Mark sports one of our custom pedal boards put together here at the H.O.T. by our own Russell Graham... Have fun on the road Mark.

Free for15 !!

noreply@blogger.com (Ralph) — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 13:49:00 +0000

As most of you know there has been much complaining by myself and many of the other Downtown Dover merchants about our newly installed parking meter system. Paid parking throughout the city has really taken a bite out of business. This is especially true of stores that count o...n the quick visit for the majority of their business. I am very pleased to report that the city seems to be listening to us and I am very grateful that as of today there is no need to feed the meter if you're only making a quick stop of 15 minutes or less. This change may not solve our entire problem but I feel it's a good start and I'm thankful to the Mayor, City Council and parking manager Bill Simons for their efforts.

Good enough for Godzilla good enough for you...

noreply@blogger.com (Ralph) — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 20:22:00 +0000

Our house brand drumsticks "Ralph's Good Wood" are 100% made in America out of the finest Hickory. There is not a better deal anywhere for sticks of this quality. Only $4.95 per pair!!!

They're Back!!

noreply@blogger.com (Ralph) — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 20:53:00 +0000

Takamine Guitars have returned. We are ,once again, an official dealer of these fine instruments. We got a few in. Come check em' out.

Become a Fan...

noreply@blogger.com (Ralph) — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 17:59:00 +0000

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Best Buy? Maybe not..

noreply@blogger.com (Ralph) — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 15:39:00 +0000

Ok now Best Buy has gotten into the act. With the wonderful giants of guitar industry behind them , Gibson & Fender who have basically abandoned the smaller independent stores, Best Buy is attempting to rule the MI market. There stuff is beat on day in and day out and none of it is set up correctly. If you want to buy a used Strat or Les Paul at new prices from some kid who's never tuned a guitar enjoy yourself. If your the kind of person that wouldn't buy a puppy at the mall then don't buy a musical instrument there either.

Wally World

noreply@blogger.com (Ralph) — Wed, 08 Sep 2010 15:15:00 +0000

You know every week or so we see instruments that come from this place that are built so poorly they can't even be tuned... While most of the good folks who work at these places are very friendly I think you'd be better off to look elsewhere for a Guitar or any other Musical instrument for that matter.

Nh Chronicle.. We're on TV!!!

noreply@blogger.com (Ralph) — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 21:36:00 +0000

Check us out on NH Chronicle.

1950's Les Paul wiring

noreply@blogger.com (Ralph) — Thu, 27 May 2010 18:08:00 +0000

The majority of repairs we do at the shop are mostly string changes and set ups. Every now and then we get to do something cool and yesterday was that kind of day. Our good friend Kristian had us rewire his trusty LP to 50's specs and added "Bumble Bee" caps as well. It was a little tricky due to the fact that it's a Lefty but it came out great. His new nick name is "Bumble Bee Barker".

Tim McCoy's Bass

noreply@blogger.com (Ralph) — Sat, 22 May 2010 20:20:00 +0000

There are few people I admire more than Tim. He's a real iconic figure in the Seacoast NH music scene and works his butt off not only for his own band " The Papercuts" but also for the younger next generation of NH rockers as well. Tonight is his CD release party at the "Dover Brickhouse" and he dropped off his trusty old P-Bass for a last minute set up before the gig. What a sweet Bass. It came out great.....