Hendrix shrine

Dunlop has these mini Hendrix pedals in its Shrine series. These are available at Davis GMC ($190). These days, gigging players are not too keen with lugging around hefty pedal boards so this makes sense. The price could have been more appealing considering the countless number  of mini pedals out there with quality & tone to prove their value-for-money's worth.

Pic: Dunlop

Chewing glass is good

In a recent magazine interview, Marty Friedman might have drawn flak for his Hendrix comment. Then again, it's a personal preference; we are free to choose the heroes we worship. The world might revere a particular individual but we're not obliged to follow. Friedman stated his non-preference for Hendrix & it's largely personal. He also advised players not to succumb to peer pressure.

I don't listen to Hendrix either. 😑

Dean Markley: Hendrix strings

A cool Jimmy Hendrix sticker comes free with every set of Dean Markley Jimmy Hendrix strings. The manufacturer has so much confidence in the icon to such an extent that no brand names/details were indicated on the packaging- people see Hendrix & they want to try.

Did I fall for that? I bought this set because it's pure nickel as opposed to nickel coating. I need to hear the difference...