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Artist Spotlight :: Steve Wick
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Hello, I have been playing guitar for 30 + years and have played in several high-profile cover bands in the Cincinnati area. I currently play for Desalitt, and we have released two albums of original music. Desalitt has opened for national acts in Ohio and surrounding states.
What/Who inspired you to pick up your instrument?
I have been a fan of all kinds of music, especially Rock\Hard Rock. Obviously, Eddie Van Halen played a large role in my wanting to play guitar, but also many others, Randy Rhoads,
What piece of musical advice would you give yourself if you could go back in time to the beginning of your musical journey?
I would tell myself to get more into scales and modes and to develop my ear.
What keeps you excited about playing?
I get Excited about playing when I am writing new material and playing it live; when Desalitt is hitting all cylinders, it is quite magical.
I need to practice every day or every other day; mostly, it is just sitting in front of the TV and going over chords and scales.
Desert Island 3 pedal pedalboard (not including tuner)
Delay pedal---I just love a splash of delay on my sound
Wah Wah pedal---A Wah pedal can add that little extra musical expression.
Noise gate----when you are not playing, a noise gate can be calming....:)
When you find yourself in a musical rut, what techniques do you do to break out of it?
To break out of a musical rut, I will try and study from diff. Books, I have a lot of scale books, chord books, and Arpeggio books. I even have Classical guitar books that I use when I play the classical guitar.
Who is your favorite artist/band today? And who was your favorite artist/band ten years ago?
My Favorite band will always be VH; new bands I am listing to now are Alter Bridge, Mammoth WVH, Five finger death punch, Chevelle, Volbeat
When you find yourself in a music store - what is your go-to riff when test drive gear?
VH--Feel your love tonight
Extreme--Whole Hearted
What is your most prized/cherished piece of gear? And why?
Cherished piece of gear would be my 2 Wolfgang guitars. They just sound and play great. I have had them for several years.
What is the next big musical purchase you're hoping to save for?
Musical purchase I am saving for is studio time, it can get expensive, and you want the best quality you can get for your songs\band.
Hello, I have been playing guitar for 30 + years and have played in several high-profile cover bands in the Cincinnati area. I currently play for Desalitt, and we have released two albums of original music. Desalitt has opened for national acts in Ohio and surrounding states.Gear Breakdown
Amp-EVH 5150iii 50 watt EL34
Amp-EVH 5150iii 50 watt 2x12 combo 6L6
4x12 5150 cabinet
Boss DD-8 digital delay pedal
EVH Wolfgang Peavey USA
EVH Wolfgang Fender USA
I run My DD-8 through the Effects loop using 2' Rattlesnake jumper patch cables--these cables are the perfect length, and the durability is great.
I am using the Rattlesnake speaker cable to my 4x12---this cable is solid and sounds great.
The Rattlesnake Snake Head cable is perfect for my guitar being plugged straight into my amp.
Over the years, I have gotten away from a complex setup; it's just easier to plug straight into my amp using the gain and adding a little Delay through the effects loop. Easy Peasy and fast set up and tear down.
I do have 2 Rattlesnake standard cables and 2 Rattlesnake patch cables for my home studio---Again, I have not had any trouble with these, and they sound great!!
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2/23/2021
Been jammin on my cable for a few weeks now, and have nothing bad to say. Though I feel like a dummy for not investing in a decent instrument cable sooner. I definitely plan on upgrading all my cables and connectors to Rattlesnake. Excellent quality, and sound, I'm eager to see how they hold up in... Read
2/2/2022
Bought brown snake skin cable for my guitar. The skin on this snake will never break Nothing flimsy on this product external and internally. People come up to me during gig to ask about the snake skin. Hell no one ever talks to me . The website was easy peasy. Push a button and it was at my door by... Read
3/3/2022
I’m really happy with my rattlesnake cables. I bought 2 to try them and immediately ordered a third. I think they’re going to hold up really well, very strong and well made, and they look great.
2/23/2021
Been jammin on my cable for a few weeks now, and have nothing bad to say. Though I feel like a dummy for not investing in a decent instrument cable sooner. I definitely plan on upgrading all my cables and connectors to Rattlesnake. Excellent quality, and sound, I'm eager to see how they hold up in the long run...
2/2/2022
Bought brown snake skin cable for my guitar. The skin on this snake will never break Nothing flimsy on this product external and internally. People come up to me during gig to ask about the snake skin. Hell no one ever talks to me . The website was easy peasy. Push a button and it was at my door by my next gig. Price is very fair for this high quality product You will save money in the long run. No embarrassment moments when playing and the cable starts making noise.
3/3/2022
I’m really happy with my rattlesnake cables. I bought 2 to try them and immediately ordered a third. I think they’re going to hold up really well, very strong and well made, and they look great.
