Did You Forget About These 12-String Classics?

[@sandrataylor51]

I never knew that Pretty Woman and Sloop John B had 12 strings in them, but they sounded so good that they obviously must have used them 😎

[@alkitzman9179]

Nor did I Sandra

[@alkitzman9179]

Your video ( demonstrating the Eastwood ) made me buy the Red Eastwood you played on some songs. My Dad who passed in Nov 2021 loved the color red so I named the guitar after him.

[@orvillegibson188]

Hey Mark. I am always amazed that no-one picks up on The Monkees when 12ers are being discussed. Mike Nesmith's first guitar in The Monkees was a Gretsch 6075 Burst 12er and later a 6076 Natural, also a 12. Later Gretsch gave him a 6118-12 Chet Atkins Country Gentleman, and he played all of these throughout his career, both in and after the Monkees. People bagged The Monkees and snidely referred to them as the PreFab Four. He was a reasonable songwriter and a good producer. But above all he was a fine guitarist. He was the most musically experienced of the quartet when they formed, perhaps why Gretsch gifted him the guitars. To back their TV success they went on tour. At a dinner in LA, with the Beatles, who were actually very Pro Monkees, someone played a tape of a little known guitarist named Hendrix, and they booked Jimi as their opening act. He played 7 dates with them and left. I can't imagine what impression Jimi might have made on their pre-teen audiences. Frank Zappa was also a fan. OK, I'll 'fess up, I was a Monkees fan too. Their TV show was almost required watching for my generation. I started High School in 1967. Almost their entire catalog featured Nesmith on a 12, though I've heard that he played a Gretsch 6 on 'Last Train to Clarkesville', one of their biggest hits. If he did, I can't pick it. The 12 is very prominent in the opening of 'Pleasant Valley Sunday'.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Orville. I couldn't agree with you more. I do Pleasant Valley Sunday in 7 different videos. :). In one of my videos I even opt for the Monkees over Hendrix in a head to head with Simon. I've also done Last Train in 2 or 3 videos. The guitar on Pleasant Valley Sunday isn't actually a 12-string. It's a Les Paul Triple tracked. But, he did use the 12-string to play it live on the 68 tour and in the video. Mike does play the 12-string on The Girl I Knew Somewhere and You Told Me and a couple more. Those songs are on Headquarters. That's the first album that Peter and Mike played. Supposedly, many of their parts were later dubbed over but who really know. The first two albums were Louie Shelton, James Burton, Wayne Erwin, and I'm sure Tommy T played on something. LOL.

[@alkitzman9179]

@@8MinuteAxe Mark I am impressed . You really know the Monkees history. I am a huge fan myself . Peter Tork & Nesmith were very solid Musicians. Tork was a multi- instrumentalist . Guitar, Banjo, Keyboards and Bass . I play a lot of their lesser known songs on my 12 string all the time. exp. I wanna be free, Take a Giant step, Girl I knew somewhere . etc

[@malcolmbrewer]

Very nice reading... I was a big Monkeys fan as a lad, performed some of their songs as a musician and Mike Nesmiths songs Rio and Joanne are very dear to me and high on my list of favourite songs.

[@stevenkarnisky411]

The Rooftop Singers cover of "Walk Right In" featured two of the beasts. 1960, or so, if memory serves! There is a black and white video kicking around youtube somewhere. That was my inauguratioj into the twelve string sound. Had the pleasure of seeing Gordon Lightfoot in concert a couple months ago. He played for two hours, all on twelves! His breathing is labored from emphysema and he kind of gasps his vocals. When it came time for "The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald", he put everything he had into it, sounding like the old Gordon for those few minutes. While the riffs were on keyboard and six string, as always, that twelve string sound was underneath it all, driving the "Fitz" to her destruction. While I was not familiar with the last song you played, that twelve was spine tingling and unique!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Steven. Big Favor. You HAVE to watch this video.THE SONG THAT MADE THE 12 STRING FAMOUS kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZfZioJvpLV4rJY. I promise it won't be a waste of time and you won't be disappointed. :)

[@8MinuteAxe]

If you're pressed for time, start at the 5 minute mark. The only footage known to exist of the Roof'ed Up Singers....

[@stevenkarnisky411]

I like it, although I thought there was a girl singer in that group! Perhaps she was ill that day... An article I saw eons ago said that the Rooftop singers were looking for a female singer for "Walk Right In" and having little success until they found a jazz singing lady who did it as a little joke. Probably made her a few more bucks than she was expecting. Not the first song I learned on guitar, but one of the early ones, long before I had a 12 string. Still play it. Thanks for directing me to that vid!

[@jamesfrancisco3130]

Great video, Mark. Don't know where I was, but a lot of those songs were new to me, except the last. All good!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey James. It's funny, several people said almost exactly that. That means I chose well....I think. LOL.

[@ShiningHourPop]

Great choices of songs and very well produced too.

[@bobshomewoodshop7996]

I love the way you rolled the 45s across the screen. Paul Simon is a great songwriter and it was great to see one of his songs in the video today. I was not familiar with some of the later songs. I am an old dude and not familiar with much of any music that came out after the late 70s. I missed your live intro as I was packing some gear into my car for a family outing today. I am taking a couple of my guitars at the request of the party's host.

[@thomasgreen8532]

I grew up in the 60’s so I really don’t know the last few songs. As always I am amazed by how many Rock songs include a 12 string. I guess when I think of Paul Simon I don’t think of 12 string ones lics. Always love hearing some great music.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Thomas. I don't think of Paul as a 12 stringer either. His fingerstyle playing is very subtle and it really shows his talent for songwriting and harmony. The guitar lines never get in the way of the vocals. They either follow right along, drop out, or provide just enough extra harmony. I'm working on Scarborough Fair with one of my students right now. That's the perfect example of his brilliant arranging. I really appreciate you checking out the video and leaving a comment. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. Mark

[@thomasgreen8532]

@@8MinuteAxe I agree, his finger picking is phenomenal. Maybe one of the best finger pickers ever. Sadly his brilliance goes unnoticed by way too many. I made the mistake years ago and stopped playing because guys like this are just too good. I decided that playing my guitar is for my amusement or maybe it’s amazement. Most because I am amazed that I can play at all. Apparently I am better than I realize because so many have said how much they enjoyed my playing. I think they are just being kind. So I soldier on. Keep up the great work

[@kenhobbs5903]

@@8MinuteAxe It's well-known in the folk world that Simon copied English folk hero Martin Carthy's guitar arrangement for Scarborough Fair lock, stock and barrel. Martin said some years ago that he's got over it. We might possibly forgive, but we don't forget.

[@sujalvaidya6089]

Great stuff! Loved the take on Mysterious Ways!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Kendricks father.

[@bobv.375]

Fantastic performance Mark! Really love this.

[@cantodojason]

Did it again, Mark! Great choices and great renditions. Thank you so much. See you on the next one! Cheers!

[@clemlabelle8740]

Oh man, you crushed it. That's all I can say, crushed it. Every performance was awesome.

[@8MinuteAxe]

I don't like to take victory laps but I am very satisfied with the way this one came out.

[@stankruger6823]

Great job with these Mark. I really like what you did with Sloop John B.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Yeah, I actually arranged the other instruments for 12 string (actually several other players beat me to it but I did change the part slightly from what I've seen others do online. And they don't have rolling 45s. LOL.

[@kevinraimond7658]

Loved the Church. Marty Wilson-Piper a great guitarist.

[@glennlegge9285]

Great job as always Mark. 12 string without a doubt makes all those riffs sound super good. Thanks again.

[@topkat48]

Another nice job with the 12-string and the oldies. Enjoyed it very much.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Thanks Brother. I hope you have a great weekend. I really appreciate the YEARS of support...very much!

[@howardklein9834]

It really IS amazing that our beloved 12 has such a musical impact on rock. My first sighting of a 12 in a rock band was, of course, The Beatles and then Richie Furary's black Gibson 12 in Buffalo Springfield. It was Richie's 12 that sealed the deal for me getting my beloved Gibson B45/12 that I still morn for today. Her nick name was "the Mistress" and she was.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Richie Furray...The Buffalo Springfield's weak link. LOL. Not really. They had a lot of talent in that band. When Messina left, he could write his own ticket as a producer. I've never owned any Gibson acoustics. I don't like the necks.

[@howardklein9834]

@@8MinuteAxe have a J35 and she's very comfortable to play. As for my "Mistress"? She was a beast! wide, short neck. Made me improvise a lot. Sadly, someone broke her headstock but replaced her with the J 35.

[@NDFlyFisher]

Keep making these 12 string videos. They are really great. I didn’t know a few of the songs but really appreciated hearing them. Thanks Mark. 😀

[@blakewilliams3702]

Likely your best video to date. Good video, great mix, and terrific playing. I didn’t know the last 2 songs but the rest were great choices. The little bits of trivia really sets your video apart from so many others.

[@8MinuteAxe]

How are you feeling? Honestly, although there wasn't anything remarkable about this video, this was just about the best I've felt after completing one. :)

[@blakewilliams3702]

@@8MinuteAxe I'm testing negative and so is April now. But I'm weak as a kitten and can shed this cough. This wasn't much fun at all.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Too bad you're not as weak as a puppy. Mine is dead set on tearing down the house. He's well into $1000 of damage. I'm waiting for him to learn to turn on the gas with his little paw and then light a match. Hopefully you'll wake up today with a little more strength.

[@alkitzman9179]

Nice job Mark . I actually didn't know a few of the later songs. Your playing was outstanding as usual.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Quite honestly Al, this one felt good the whole way through. I really appreciate the continued support and encouragement. It means a lot to me. I hope you have a great weekend. Mark

[@amandadavidson6228]

my favorite video

[@8MinuteAxe]

Until the next one.

[@andyleininger4822]

Just listened to “whose behind the door” excellent choice. Very good song.

[@8MinuteAxe]

I had so much fun learning that one. Crazy tuning. I used the Vangoa so I didnt pull the neck off of my Taylor. Lol

[@markbishopmusic]

Great choices Mark!👍✌️

[@8MinuteAxe]

Thanks Mark. You're so supportive and I truly appreciate it. Have a safe weekend. mark

[@JohnstownJohnny]

Another great one! Tks JJ 🤠

[@matthewoconnell114]

I picked up a 12-string last month and haven’t stopped playing it. The sound is so orchestral and beautiful. I’m really enjoying your coverage of these songs. Some of them I totally knew were 12-string songs, but some of them came as a surprise. Thanks again for presenting these.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Matthew. I really appreciate you checking out my videos and then taking the time to follow up with a comment. I've done a couple of tips videos I recommend you check out. Getting the big orchestral sound (good choice of words there!) is certainly one of the best parts of the 12 but if you approach it slightly differently than you do an electric, you'll get even more out of it. You may be an amazing player and know more than I do but if you'd like my 2 cents 5 12-STRING GUITAR TIPS FOR BEGINNERS kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKi1p4F9jpJ_b6M. I've done about 4 of these and there's definitely some repetition but there's also something unique about each one. If you get anything out of this one, shoot me an email and I'll send you the others. And don't worry, I don't sell anything (no ulterior motives for your email :) Either way, have a great day and take care! Mark

[@MarthaKadas]

Thank you, Mark. All good but that Zebra song is magic to me.

[@8MinuteAxe]

I know. It's a great moment in time. Randy Jackson nailed it.

[@zdunne]

This is a good list.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Much appreciated Zach. Have a great weekend and stay safe. Mark

[@ericstockman1627]

Great job Mark,.really enjoyed it!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Thanks. I'm writing as I'm writing.

[@carleubanks3386]

Well done, Mark. And a couple of surprises too. Always fun! Have a good 4th!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Carl. Much appreciated. I hope you had a safe holiday. My dogs are glad it's over. Have a great week. Mark

[@jamesreardon6819]

A great collection, and wonderful performance. Cheers 411

[@derrickdubeau]

Great video Mark. I believe that Bruce Springsteen laid down the first track of born to run on a 12 string, although it is not very prominent in the song.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Derrick. I'm a fan of Bruce and a huge fan of Born to Run. I think it's one of the greatest albums of all time. He delivered under a lot of pressure. Bruce went crazy recording it. They had 3 24 track machines at their disposal during the initial recordings. He quadruple tracked the Esquire, he added all kinds of acoustic guitars including a 12 string. I've listened for it before. It's too hard to tell with all of the esquires. You know your stuff my friend. Thanks so much for checking out the video. Have a safe weekend and take care. Mark

[@marthakadas2130]

Great selections, Mark!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Martha. Always great to hear from you. I hope you had a nice weekend. Thanks for continuing to support the channel two plus years in....I'm VERY grateful. Mark

[@soonstrgzr]

Great video on the 12 string! Melissa Ethridge had a great sound in the early days of her music with the Ovation she played to!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Yardin. I did a transcription of Nancy Wilson's intro to Crazy on You on the 12. I've talked about Melissa Etheridge in 2 videos (although I do need to cover her). I've covered songs by the Rooftop Singers and Seekers (both female lead singers). I'm long overdue on a video proper on Melissa. I will commit to one before the year is out. Thanks for checking out the video. Mark

[@rwhit104]

That is a great video and I agree the last song was fantastic. Thanks

[@malcolmbrewer]

Great work Axe, really enjoyed going down memory lane.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Mal. As always, VERY much appreciated. Be well.

[@kaushvaidya7429]

Nice video Mark!

[@iluvpepi]

Thank you for featuring some of my favorites: Hazy Shade of Winter (Simon & Garfunkel version 👍🏼), Under the Milky Way, Sloop John B, and Who’s Behind the Door. Great performance! 👏🏼

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Anna. thanks for taking the time to check out the video. I appreciate your time and comment. Please take care and be well. Mark

[@eddiecarter9831]

I always forget the "Oh, Pretty Woman" has a 12 string in it. I was so excited to see that you included Zebra! One of my favorite songs frm that time period!

[@8MinuteAxe]

I have to say, Who's Behind the Door is one of those songs that having access to any song at any time has made less special. Don't get me wrong, I still love the song but those gems like....Smoke From A Distant Fire....or Dance With Me....or No One Like You (I know I just covered a lot of genres but you know what I mean) were best heard spontaneously in the car after not hearing them for a couple of years.

[@eddiecarter9831]

@@8MinuteAxe I bought "Who's Behind the Door" on iTunes, so that I could hear it whenever I wanted to. It is very rare that I do listen to it though, because of that reason. I also find it frustrating that it is in such a crazy tuning. I don't have enough guitars to justify tuning one that way just for that song. haha

[@markranalli6762]

I didnt think there was another Mark Ranalli out there. Pretty cool

[@8MinuteAxe]

It's a small world after all.

[@roberthudson9942]

Enjoyed all of those but "Hazy shade of winter" is my favorite. "411"

[@lylebarron1153]

Fell in love with a 12 string 3 weeks ago, and your channel and yourself have been so helpful..Thanks Mark.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Lyle. I really appreciate the kind words and I'm so glad that you're enjoying the channel. If you have any questions, need help with anything, or need tabs for anything, don't hesitate to email me at [e-mail]. And don't worry, I don't sell anything. No sales pitches, just some free advice and tabs if you want or need any. Take care and have a great week. Mark

[@mrmethane10]

Thanks for choosing two tunes by the fabulous Monkees. I'd be happy to hear some more if you'd consider playing them.

[@JohnR242]

Some great songs there Mark. It's amazing how many tunes had the 12 string on them. Thank you so much for all your work. '411'

[@redheadgoins7411]

I didn't realize this was a 12 string song until I started watching your videos. 411

[@elgonm289]

Fantastic Mark, thank you for posting these songs, great songs

[@daveroach4204]

Love the job you do on all these songs Mark. They are all great but Sloop John B and Pretty Woman are my favorites. Keep making the 12 string videos.

[@landiahillfarm6590]

Under the Milky Way! God, I miss the 80s. 411

[@strpap8245]

Another great song selection! Nice music history lesson!

[@jimgleason6644]

7:32 I’m from New Orleans so I LOVED the Zebra inclusion here!!

[@warrenkrivoniak7374]

Great stuff. Been onthe 12 for about 50 years or more now. Own a Taylor 254ce. Love it Thanks for the back to the future moments.

[@richardglover902]

Good stuff Mark! Greatly enjoyed!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Richard. Thanks so much for checking it out. I appreciate your time and comment. Of the 170 or so videos I've made, this ranks among my favs. Please take care and be well. Mark

[@freesk8]

Wow! Mark, you nailed 'em all! I'm a huge Simon and Garfunkel fan, so I loved Hazy Shade of Winter! Thanks! :)

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey brother. I don't think there's a bad song on Sounds of Silence, PSRT, or Bookends.

[@freesk8]

@@8MinuteAxe I totally agree! :)

[@stevesebald6797]

Beach Boys licks are fun to play on 12 string regardless if they were originally on the 12 string or not!

[@ClevelandBrowns32]

awesome video, thanks for the upload!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Nathan. Thank you! I really appreciate the kind words. I've done about 160 videos to date and for some reason I felt the best about this one. Not sure why. It's not like my playing is any better or the subject matter is more profound. It was just easy and fun to make from beginning to end. I hope you enjoy the rest of your week. Take care and be well. Mark

[@clemlabelle8740]

I thought you'd have at least 1000 views by now. I'm going to watch it again right now.

[@8MinuteAxe]

I do now. :)

[@tomg8888]

Kind of got lost from Zebra on, but surprised that Pretty Woman had a 12 in it. Nailed it!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Thanks so much Tom. You've been incredibly supportive and I truly appreciate it. C'ya Thursday!

[@pickingtunes]

As tears go by ,The Stones.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Did a pretty authentic cover of Wild Horses and featured As Tears Go By in three videos

[@AngloCelt88]

Another great cover Mark - mysterious ways (411)

[@BobbyHuff]

Great Stuff!!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Bobby. Thanks so much. Haven't talked to you in forever. I hope you're well. I'll shoot you an email.

[@petaks01]

Interesting, must have hid under a rock in the 80's as the only one I could remember was the Roy Orbison one. Could also be because I was too much into the hair metal and glam at that time...

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Peter, if you were into hair metal, you must remember Zebra. That one song was really it but their first album is good. Solid songwriting. I really appreciate you checking the video out. Enjoy the weekend and stay safe. Mark

[@petaks01]

@@8MinuteAxe I don't think their material made it over the pond. Recognize the name but none of the songs I have seen triggers any memories.

[@Stephen_M.]

Definitely a few I didn't know were 12'ers 411

[@jadm110]

great video, thank you

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Brian. Great to hear from you. I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I sincerely appreciate the support. Enjoy the rest of your week. Mark

[@yellowcat1310]

Orville is right about the Monkees. i had the Headquarters album and loved it. supposedly just a tv show band but they were actually pretty good.

[@ralphhayden3283]

Learned something new today, thanks! Favorite was RHCP, then Zebras :)

[@stevenkoehler6018]

Awesome

[@vuedoc]

The Eagles "Hotel California," written by Don Felder on a 12-string Gibson EDS-1275 in a beach house in Malibu.

[@8MinuteAxe]

For sure. I've done 5 videos on Hotel California, a full tutorial on it, and I recently did a top 10 double neck songs of all time (I got the Harley Benton 1275 knock off, pretty darn impressive). If/when the channel gets to 100k subs, I'm going to treat myself to the real deal. I've done over 100 12 string videos. This one was supposed to be about deep cuts only. Thanks for checking it out. I appreciate your time. Take care. Mark

[@michaelrosawatkins3928]

I thought the chord progression was "Borrowed " from the band Jethro Tull when the Eagles opened for them for a short while. Not sure Felder did anything but change the timing. I wasn't there of course, just rumor

[@tomrwills]

I didn't know Pretty Woman was a 12 string but now that you say it, I can hear it. Funny how that is.

[@tannert.2296]

You earned yourself a new sub, you are pumping out seriously well done videos and I wanna see you break through to that true elite KZbin guitar ranking

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Tanner. I really appreciate you checking out the videos and I really appreciate the vote of confidence. It usually takes just one or two videos to make all the difference when it comes to success on here. For now, I just keep plugging away and making the best videos I can. Shoot me an email if you need help with anything you're working on or tabs. Everything is free and I don't sell anything! [e-mail]. Take care, stay safe, and have a great week. Mark

[@nazmountaingirl]

There were a couple of those that I did not know the 12 string was used in.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Jasmine. Now that I'm two years into making 12 string videos you'd think the well would be running dry but every time I look in another direction several more pop up. This one was really fun to make. Thanks so much for checking it out. I appreciate your time and your comment. Take care and be well. Mark

[@nazmountaingirl]

@@8MinuteAxe thank for the effort to make these great videos; I know it’s not easy.

[@timholder1751]

I just got my first 12 string it’s taken some work to get the feel of the string spacing for finger picking But the sound I get is wow. I would love to have the vangoa 12 give away but can’t find were to enter thanks for the inspiration on the 12 string guitar

[@jeffryarchambeau5441]

Arlo Guthrie has played many fine songs on the 12-string. He even knew Leadbelly.

[@aprylrittenhouse4562]

Very good work! You forgot Floyd wish u were here

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Apryl. I've done 4 videos just on Wish You Were Here and I've done parts of it in 12 videos. I've discussed Gilmours guitars, broken down the solo, talked about the genesis of the song. This is a video about deep cuts. I've also done 50 Beatles videos, 15 zep video, many Bryds and Tom Petty videos. Over 100 videos on the 12 string. Have a great weekend. I do appreciate you checking it out. Mark

[@mattmcnally5620]

Holy cow Mark , Zebra??? You are the best!

[@jricoc3475]

Also, for some newer stuff: "Shelter Song", by Temples and "Rebel Heart", by The Shelters

[@jameskearney4100]

Classical Gas !!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey James. I love classical gas and I've been working on Tommy Emmanuals version. I've been focusing on fingerstyle for the past two years. No 12 string in Classical Gas. I did do a video on songs most people think have a 12 string: Dust in the Wind, Pleasant Valley Sunday, Here Comes the Sun and many more. Doubled guitars but no 12. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comment. Enjoy the rest of your weekend. Mark

[@jameskearney4100]

@@8MinuteAxe Same to you Mark!!

[@jricoc3475]

You really nailed the Zebra.. You could have also added Triumph to this list (at the risk of going down a "Rush-like Power Trio" rabbit hole) ...

[@denisboisvert6313]

Hi Mark, could you comment or even cover in a video how you get your drum and bass accompaniment. Also what are the options for all of us guitarists without a band ( without breaking the bank?) Thanks

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Denis. Great to hear from you. Shoot me an email and I'll connect with you on some options this week. I appreciate all the support you've given me over the last couple of years. Mark

[@mentalcog2187]

Surprised me with Zebra and The Church! Barely remember those! And Yeah,.. U2 was a definite! Unfamiliar with the brand of the red 12 you're playing but it looks amazing and sounds great. Don't recognize the logo.

[@TheMNB]

I have the exact same Reverend Airwave! I like it a lot more than my Rickenbacker 370/12, which I should just sell. I love my Rick 360 six string, but the neck is too narrow for 12 strings.

[@zdunne]

Do you wanna know by Arctic Monkeys is another one that is more recent. It was played on a vox starstream XII 12 string. 411

[@roklok9856]

I noticed you're using the ROK LOK

[@8MinuteAxe]

The single greatest invention e v e r.

[@andreeholmstrom9688]

I like this channel! i go for this 12 strings ! So i havent’ get electric 12 guitar!

[@emac1652]

Always love a nod to the underrated Zebra riffs, thanks Mark. The Edge and U2...meh. 411

[@terrycolquittmusic4336]

No idea Mysterious Ways was played on a 12-string!!

[@malcolmbrewer]

You've got a great sound there Axe. I'm using wireless earphone rather than the cellphone speakers

[@yellowcat1310]

i was nevr a big U2 fan but they were a good band and Mysteerious Ways is a good song. 411

[@ibji]

I had to buy a Shubb 'cause my clip on wasn't strong enough to hold down the strings.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey IBJI. Oh yeah, you need a good 12 string capo, especially for an acoustic 12 string. I use a Kyser 12 string capo. It's longer, has more tension, and more padding. I'll use a Shubb sometimes on an electric 12 with a skinnier neck (the Rick) but I always use a Kyser for the acoustics. I feel like it's a trade off, if put on properly the the Shubb is less likely to pull the strings but takes longer to put on (you can't do it on the fly in the middle of a song) and the Kyser is quick but tends to yank the lower strings a bit. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comment. Have a great day and take care. mark

[@jamesreardon6819]

#13

[@mattmcnally5620]

I had no idea Mysterious Ways had a 12 string.

[@pickingtunes]

Also Amanda ,Boston.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Covered that one in 3 videos. Also did More than a Feeling in 12 videos. Did a 12 string cover of Long Time as well

[@katherinewelling6026]

Had no idea that ‘Mysterious Ways’ was 12 string. What about ‘Like the Way I Do’ by Melissa Etheridge? Don’t forget the chics, dude. 👍🏻

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Katherine. I've mentioned Melissa in a couple of videos but I haven't done her justice. I need to do Joan Armatrading too. A great 12 string player. How about a little Nancy Wilson CRAZY ON YOU INTRO ON THE 12 STRING: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qWKyeXyYiciSeKs. Thanks so much for checking out the video. Let me know what you thing of the Heart cover if you have time. Take care and be well. Mark

[@katherinewelling6026]

@@8MinuteAxe all three extraordinary choices! I’m new to your channel and enjoying it.

[@edwardbelcher8612]

Been thinking about owning a 12 string for quite a few years but, just never seemed to be able to justify buying one. I am a long time Yamaha acoustic player and was wondering if you had an opinion on the 12 string offerings from them or maybe even one of the Luna branded 12's?

[@dangoldbach6570]

What is that you are playing on mysterious ways? It looks like a magnum size ES335 12 string?

[@jangorski-mescir3522]

Seems a little odd to do a video on '12 string classics' with no mention of 'A Hard Days Night', 'Mr Tambourine Man', 'Wish You Were Here' or 'Hotel California'!

[@paulgabert2118]

Every song should have to include a 12 string guitar in it. 411

[@roberthudson9942]

#24

[@vintagethrifter2114]

I really wish that you would do a video the 12 string in the '80s/'90s hair/glam bands. I think that your viewers would be surprised at how used them since some of the songs were on the top ten. We once discussed Cinderella. They were one of the first/main groups that brought it back, but there were a lot of others. Surprisingly, 'Coming Home' reached #20 on the Billboard. Their 'Heartbreak Station' only teached #44. I seem to remember 'Heartbreak Station' getting more air and video play. kzbin.info/www/bejne/oF7UeGmlarNqpbM kzbin.info/www/bejne/i6bImJ6bZ5elmqM

[@8MinuteAxe]

I remember when we talked about Cinderella. I love Heartbreak Staition. I have a video planned called 12 string classics of the 90s: Heartbreak Station, Mysterious Ways, Free Fallin, I Stay Away, Mama, I'm Comin Home, what else? I know I have 10 more on a list downstairs but feed me some if you dont mind. I will def do the video before the year is out. Regarding the 80s, I was halfway through the video when I delved into the Smiths. I got into the weeds trying to figure out when Marr is doubling the Rick 6 and when he is using the 12 and ended up never finishing the video.

[@vintagethrifter2114]

@@8MinuteAxe Mr. Big used a 12 for their cover of 'Wild World' while Stevens used a six. Poison used a 12 string for 'Every Rose Has Its Thorns' and 'Something to Believe In'. Nelson 'Love And Affection' Skid Row 'I Remember You' WASP 'The Idol' Lita Ford 'Lisa' and she may have used one for the intro for 'If I Close My Eyes Forever' Extreme 'Wholehearted' A lot of bands used 12s during their MTV Unplugged shows when they may have not used one in the original recording.

[@yellowcat1310]

Pretty Woman is still as good as ever

[@enerbonn2084]

Try doing Iv of Spades covers hehehe, 411

[@charleshodge9327]

Do you like that Taylor 12 ? 411