How I COMBINE Riffs To Create SONGS!

In this video I explain my EXACT recording workflow for turning riffs and ideas into songs! Learn how to put the ideas in YOUR head together to make GREAT sounding music!
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[@RobArnoldWorld]

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[@creepymcpeepers]

Ok I’m at the beggining Uhmm I need to get to where I can do this better

[@creepymcpeepers]

Any content like this in the patreon ? Know anything about Logic ?

[@RobArnoldWorld]

@@creepymcpeepers I've never used logic unfortunately. I'd love for you to come on board over on Patreon, but I'll be honest with you and tell you that there isn't any additional recording/production content available over there. Hopefully soon I can create some more production based videos for you guys here on KZbin. 🤘

[@aeon7986]

So glad you were the guitarist for Chimaira and not the vocalist, jesus christ Rob.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Haha me too

[@borges3099]

oof

[@The_JustJoshing]

It wasn’t _that_ bad lol

[@RobArnoldWorld]

@@The_JustJoshing There have been mixed reviews! But the good thing is, at the end of the day, I know where my strengths lay! haha

[@dezdimebag2146]

Rob, you are one of my favorite metal guitarists. The Impossibility of Reason is a classic metal album. Thank you for your high quality videos.

[@RodneyMcG]

Masterclass on actual writing, not just shredding. Love it!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Awesome Rodney!🙏

[@JaeTizzle]

For your next video can you show us how you would write 11 new songs for the second chapter of the Chimaira self titled album?

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Haha nice one!😝

[@Mikeyprs21]

Dude, the self titled record is absolute fucking monster! good shout!

[@michaelj.anderson1116]

😂😂😂😂

[@ianarsenault]

it was worth a shot!

[@mikedamisch]

Love songwriting content. Especially ones that actually concentrate on actual writing and not just shredding on the guitar.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

🤘

[@JesseDKangas]

That second riff feels like the backing behind the Tornado of Souls solo.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Good call!

[@johnkerr5395]

I listen to everything from Sade to Cattle Decap and you are my favorite riff master of all time!!! So glad you exist and have this channel lol

[@M.C.R.SYNTRN]

I always write killer riffs or one minute segments but can never turn them into full songs, writing a song with parts that flow together well is a skill in its own! Another great video as always my friend

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Thanks Scotty! Just work at it man... You got this!

[@dakotawinston7677]

That solo released your inner ReLoad Hammett

[@gleny20]

Fear Factory's new vocalist 😂 Thanks for showing us the tricks of the trade man. More videos like this would be awesome 🤘

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Ha! Imagine if I got that call from Dino after THIS! 🤘🤣

[@gleny20]

@@RobArnoldWorld 😂🤣🤣🤘

[@Maggai]

Still way more in tune than Burton.... 😬

[@619dar]

I can't think of a better way to start off my weekend Rob with a follow up to your last video. So much work goes into putting a song together. With all the drum and bass fill's and how you have to change the tempo of the song. When you followed on in the start of this with a chorus line. More words came together for me. My chorus to this is. As I'm breathing in, I'm breathing out. It clears my mind. Please set me free, please set me free.

[@MetalDozz]

You're the man Rob, thanks again for sharing your methods... I'd love to request a video, I imagine some other people would be into this too?? I've been playing for around 15 years now and I've written but never recorded. Is there any chance you could do a video explaining where to start? I.E, essential components on your computer, audio interface, DAW's etc? Basically, a beginner's guide on what to buy and how to get started from the ground up... Thanks for everything man, we appreciate you!!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Noted bro! Lemme see what I can do!🤘

[@Maggai]

I think the biggest take away for me from this video is that you have a really good ear! Not just for riffs, but for what makes a good song, and how all the instruments intertwine and play to their strengths without getting in the way of each other and leaving room for vocals! And I was actually impressed by the vocals, they flowed well, and there were some good melodies on there! Some else mentioned this, but it would be interesting to see Mark's approach to doing vocals on a song like this!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Thanks man! I do take pride in my ear for this stuff, and so I appreciate you noticing! And I'm glad you didn't think the vocals were too awful, but I'm gonna stick to the guitar moving forward anyway haha. Cheers bro!

[@adamkahn8645]

oh wow.... im starting to feel like im getting masterclass lessons here just for being a fan.... i love this Rob! To be quite honest, im more than ready to buy the next DVD you wanna put together :D

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Haha cheers Adam!🤘

[@Gee-no]

That's why I like your channel and you personally you, personally, Rob. You're so self-effacing. Just a normal guy but with tons of talent but you don't let it go to your head. You're a freaking living legend. Everytime I turn on dudes at work to your channel or your new music they all go "damn, I love Chaimara!". I get that all the time. Anyway, thanks for what you do and being cool about it. I'm an older school metalhead and I've been trying to learn how to write in drop C since Im used to standard tuning. Watching you and Josh Middleton And Ola England has really helped me move forward with Drop C or B. Thanks, again and keep kicking ass.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Hey I really appreciate that man! 👊 Thanks for always tuning in, and for sharing my stuff with your buds!🤘 Drop C rules!

[@powerhitter033]

I don't care if it is 12 hours long. I love this! Such valuable information for someone who doesn't know anything about writing music! Appreciate it a lot, Rob!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Glad to hear it bro!🤘

[@mcoon1987]

Dude! I finally got all the gear together to start recording and you start doing these. Perfect timing lol. So useful, thanks a bunch! Long time fan, I’ve always thought your leads were like a non sloppy Kirk Hammett on steroids (no offense to kirk ;)

[@weefusincproductions]

The intro riff to this song is stuck in my head and I keep humming it at work. Damn you Mr A. 🤙🏻🤣

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Haha I love it! 🤘😝

[@WholeLottaBulldog]

Thanks for this, Rob. Song writing has always been a weakness of mine.

[@HATCHETface83]

Its amazing to see so much love and support in the comment section, this man definitely deserve it, good soul

[@RobArnoldWorld]

I appreciate that bro, as well as all the positivity! Glad you noticed, because I certainly do is well. I'm very grateful🙏. Cheers man!

[@KJF-ny]

It's so cool watching a professional at their craft. All the little nuances that you're tuned into like the drum fills and the transitions/tails that all sound good to my ears but you could improve upon. It's just a lot of fun. Can't wait for the reunited Chimair b-side "Pro Tools"

[@RobArnoldWorld]

So glad you enjoyed it Keith! Appreciate you watching bro!

[@KJF-ny]

@@RobArnoldWorld been humming this riff all morning. Certainly a catchy one.

[@Mikeyprs21]

Singing game on point rob!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

🤘😎

[@grenade.turtle]

You have great discipline man. When you’re recording and make a mistake and start over, you never let it bother you. You just go back and do it again. I would get frustrated with myself and change the riff probably lol

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Haha... gotta get it done one way or another!

[@Alex-rz5ns]

Awesome, what an intro! :-D

[@RobArnoldWorld]

🤘

[@reinkaoz666]

Love it!!

[@Kyle_MF_Johnson]

Man it would be awesome to come see this process in person. Just be a fly on the wall and watch you do your thing 🤘

[@Mikeyprs21]

I totally agree dude!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Who knows! Perhaps an opportunity will arise.

[@Kyle_MF_Johnson]

@@RobArnoldWorld Maaaaan that would be a dream come true! Lmk and I'll book a ticket up to Cleveland. Always wanted to do Cedar Point and see the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame as well. Don't tempt me... 🤣

[@Stormblast77]

You keep on motivating me Rob. Thanks 🤘

[@manuelharlander8604]

nice song Rob, great melodie ✌🤘

[@kylandsanders546]

Another great video down Rob! 🤘😁🤘 Loved this one and the last one so much!

[@kylandsanders546]

It was so fun to watch you in the flow state creating Rob!

[@Deathbruce]

Love this Rob!!!!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

🤘

[@danmenez]

This deserves a like just for the opening

[@RobArnoldWorld]

👊🤣

[@leonardosalvador8065]

Real composition class. I Still watching the vídeo...thanks Rob.🇧🇷🤘

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Thanks Leo!🤘

[@randyraingler7000]

Very inspiring! Thank you.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Glad to inspire!👊

[@owen6434]

Great stuff Rob! Keep up the good work 🎸

[@RobArnoldWorld]

🤘🎸

[@ryanriffs_1349]

Im really liking these longer videos. Thanks rob

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Sweet Ry!

[@VaGdude]

Rob’s content is Godmode 🏆🏆👌👌

[@RobArnoldWorld]

🙏😇

[@chrisdavis4840]

Thank you man! 👊😎 I've been working with pro tools for a little over a year now and I think this has been the best tutorial for what I'm trying to achieve. Bravo dude! And keep em' coming!! 🤘

[@withinskies1195]

Awesome stuff man! I'll have to watch it a few times to get a decent grasp of some of the info in here! Wouldn't say no to more videos like this haha

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Sounds good! More on the way man!

[@MrNickRowe]

Really loving this series... I've already learnt so much from this. Thank you

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Glad to hear it!

[@elenabeaudry8632]

Totally going to put this info to good use! This was really neat to learn! Now it puts me in the mood to jam again. Thanks!👍😎

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Rock on!🤘😝🎸

[@JustinRoyal]

Loving this series. So cool to watch you create and see your workflow process. Engaged for the entire duration. The way you just laid down that solo was money. You are extremely talented, brother.

[@ichnusariffs]

simple but catchy, would love this riff in a song

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Awesome Michele! I think you're gonna like the sound of the one in my upcoming video too!🤘

[@EviloveMetal]

Hey Rob, for a future video it would be great to your whole routing setup for busses, etc., as well as how you sculpt a tone.

[@teodororodriguez8796]

Rob your videos are whiping future metal guitarists in to shape. Cheers bro!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Cheers to you bro!🎸

[@resington]

My process is pretty similar to this man! Start with one or two parts and the rest is added organically through listening and playing what comes out naturally. We are servants to the song! Great video.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Nice!👊

[@yallstupidtv]

This was cool. Very fun to watch. You helped show some prospective where I was overthinking things. Do another one sometime.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Glad to hear it, and glad to help bro!

[@curtisdoyle605]

Keep the heaviness coming Rob! Love these in depth narrated videos. Please keep them coming! Maybe some heavier stuff and show off that Drop C tuning, lol! 😵‍💫

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Got it Curtis! Glad you enjoyed it man! I shall bring the heaviness!💪

[@619dar]

I really like how you added a solo and the ending is just right. Maybe could of added a fading out to the end Rob.

[@619dar]

@@RobArnoldWorld I agree Rob. Loved the blues like solo.

[@augustoiuna309]

And even thanks us for watching... dude thank YOU for making this and share it!, I spent a lot of time honing my chops and spent too much time making guitar presets and drum sets, but I always got stuck when actually having to put everything together, its like I focused on getting the best ingredients but not knowing how to cook. This is a god send on how to lay down your ideas with a nice even flow, you have a good soul Rob (and a lot of talent) the world needs more people like you!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

My man🙏 Thanks dude! Means a lot! Glad to help, and I really do appreciate you tuning in and absorbing the stuff! Cheers!👊

[@KeithDaviesMusic]

HELL YES!!

[@fockewolf6]

you're an awesome killer riff machine. i discovered your channel from one of your video about black esp single humbaucker demo video. your recomendations and aproach really save life. one of my favourite youtuber along with ola englund -no ranks-. have a good day. btw the song reminds me one or two songs of megadeth.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Awesome bro! I appreciate that! And I'm a HUGE Megadeth fan!

[@KaoswareMetal]

Thank you so much Rob for this masterclass !!! Very happy that my comment got highlighted hahaha :) thanks again :)

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Right on brother! Your comment prompted the push to make this video happen! So thank YOU!👊 Cheers!

[@PhazeOrderZero]

Damn dude, I’ve missed your styling so much. Awesome video 🤘

[@Scotty_dont]

I've watched this a few times but rewatching and I'm going to get some riffs that have been floating around my head for a few days recorded. I forgot how good this is, I know you kept saying you felt like you were short changing us but you definitely didn't an hour video is awesome. I'd like to see some more mixing tips (I know you did a short one) if you ever got stuck for an idea one 😉

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Awesome! Super happy to hear this man! Good luck with your recordings!

[@samuelrussel6296]

This is great and very informative definitely made my day! I was already plugged into stl tone hub and jamming out through my studio monitors and esp ltd m-1 custom, and preset 22 of the Mark Lewis pack when I got the notification of this video so not only did enjoy the learning experience! But man I sure did enjoy jamming along with you on this video! Awesome experience for sure!!!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Badass Samuel! Sounds like you've got a rad set up as well man!

[@Kornerstoneband]

Awesome video series, thank you so much for the explanations. Also great to see another guitarist still using the pentatonic scale and not just sweep picking over the entire song lol 🤘🏻

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Haha thanks man! 🤘🎸

[@nafis6668]

Thank God i found your band, liking the music, found you in ESP catalogue and subribed to your channel. Thank you so much good sir Rob Arnold! 🙏😍.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Awesome man! Welcome aboard!👊 What year was the ESP catalog from?

[@nafis6668]

@@RobArnoldWorld i didn't expect your reply ☺️🙏. 2009 ESP catalog holding RA600, next to Matt Devries on the right 😁. On page 17. Boom!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

@@nafis6668 Ahh nice! That was a good year!

[@jeremyv3010]

First off, I absolutely love this format. Don’t mind at all how long it was. I’m getting into recording more and more (just my own stuff for fun) and seeing you actually use your DAW was so helpful. On that note, I think more videos on the production side would be awesome. I absolutely love your guitar and songwriting content (keep that coming) but I know you’ve had a studio and been producing for awhile too, so it’d be awesome to see tips and tricks on that side as well. Examples that come to mind - Mixing and Mastering 101, any plug ins for guitar or drums that you like (whether it’s just for demos or final production, etc.).

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Awesome Jeremy! I'll continue making these production type videos! Did you see part 01 from this series? I talk about the guitar and drum plugins I love and use! 👉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/fGeamn2slNZ7gNk More on the way bro, thanks for watching, and good luck with your productions!

[@jeremyv3010]

@@RobArnoldWorld Yep! I saw part 1 and loved it. Forgot you mentioned the plug in stuff there! I’ll check that part out again.

[@nolandisconnect]

Just want to say thank you for all the great content. I also agree two or more heads do make songs better. I recently purchased my first ESP because of you. The LTD SN-1. I would love to see you write something in Drop A and do a video like this. Don't hesitate to do this again because it's inspiring and makes me want to go fire up my new peavey invective (worth every penny). Cheers Rob.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Damn! The SN-1 and an Invective! That's a KILLER rig bro! I recently wrote a little diddy using this EXACT method for the intro to this video 👉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZKQfGqmpb-la5I I thiiiiiiink it was in drop A. Can't remember! Cheers!

[@theogre2004]

Dude, you've taken on a herculean task. Mad props for actually turning this into a properly structured lesson. Most people would assume teaching this skill is easy. It's far from it. Thanks for all the time you invest in passing on your knowledge as a successful metal artist. You've given me affirmation, unintentionally, to see that my process is very similar to this when I write guitars on my own. I'm glad to see my process is similar to how an amazing song writer does it. What I struggle with, is writing drum patterns, not being a drummer myself! Something I need to work on. The learning should never end! Cheers 🍻

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Cheers bro! And all of that is music to my ears! 👊 Yeah I think that having a sense of drumming in general, is essential to writing beats note by note for your music. But there is an alternative! And that's using drum loops that come preprogrammed with every drum virtual instrument. Plus, you can purchase separate packs of premade loops that you can use with any drum VI. Perhaps you're already utilizing this in your own productions... But for those who weren't aware, this is the solution!

[@theogre2004]

I do indeed! Just another affirmation I'm doing things properly for the most part. I should've clarified that once I've actually developed a good base riff for a song with the loops from EZDrummer or whatever VSTi a guitarist prefers, I always feel like I'm being lazy if I don't create an "original" beat for my tune loosely based off of the loop I've chosen. Coming up with variations on the loop to turn it into an original piece of music is where I'm lacking. It's certainly an ego problem, haha. But I like to lie to myself and say I'm showing integrity 😆. Cheers man! 🍻 Thanks again!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Hey, whatever's clever bro!🤘@@theogre2004

[@jrlee243]

This was very refreshing to watch. To see someone of your caliber labor over tracking guitar. When I do it, it sometimes gets so frustrating. And I think to myself, it probably takes a professional no time to do what I am trying to do. and takes me hours to lay something down. Don't get me wrong I am nowhere in your league of skill and ability. Best video for me, Thank you.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Right on Markus! Yeah man... it's OK to take your time with this stuff. It's more about getting good results in my opinion, vs. doing things super quickly. Speed comes with practice and experience. But capturing great performances is more important than doing things quickly. So take as long as you need to get things sounding good!

[@Mikeyprs21]

Thank you so much for this rob! alot of great stuff here. I would love to hear how you approach writing and recording the heavier side of rock/metal with stuff involving double kick runs, blast-beats, breakdowns... all that kind of thing though I guess it might be alot of the same or could be different in places - who knows!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Cool! Lemme think about that!

[@Mikeyprs21]

@@RobArnoldWorld Awesome, thank you so much for taking it on board dude!

[@natecowan6913]

These are gold! Hey Rob, I've noticed on other vids there's a thanks button. I'm not a patreon member, yet. Got a lot going on with family, new dog, life is pretty busy and money is tight but I wouldn't mind shooting off a few bucks to you, you know, as a thanks!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

I really appreciate you thinking of me with that gesture Nate! That thanks button is a new feature, that KZbin is currently trying out with certain channels. They haven't told us what the criteria for access to that is, but simply that it will become available to all creators sometime this year. So I'm definitely waiting for notification that I can enable it! Soon as I can, I will! And I totally understand money being tight bro. If you ever decide that you're in the position to hop on board with my Patreon campaign, I'll of course welcome you with open arms! But in the meantime, I still appreciate the support you show by watching and interacting! Cheers bro!👊

[@TheCobhc2005]

Singing could use a little work 😂😂 good effort Rob🤘 lol but this was a fantastic video, learned alot in just an hour, totally wouldn't mind, personally, even more in depth videos like this, dont care if its an hour or even two lol! You're a great teacher dude! 🤘🤘

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Thanks bro! I'll keep going with these tutorials! And yes, moving forward, I'll stick to the guitar and leave the singing to the singers!🤘

[@roybenavidez6098]

Very catchy riff. Be cool if you record it for an album. Keep it going this helps a lot. 🤘😀

[@Mythansar]

Nice singing Rob! :D

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Trying man! Thanks!

[@Mythansar]

@@RobArnoldWorld No problems man! Welcome! :)

[@MrVi9rus]

I have a shirt I got signed at Mayhem Fest in like 2012, and it's wild to come full circle and to be learning from you now. I was like 13 and yall blew me away and now I'ma be the one on the stage. Fucking wild.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Hell yeah bro- Go get it!🤘

[@drewcadaver]

The first riff you add in this video is so Megadeth it's unreal!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Haha right on Drew! I've been hearing that a lot, and it makes me proud! I'm a huge Megadeth fan, and they've been a huge influence on my style without a doubt. I must say though, I think a lot of the Megadeth we're hearing also stems from the vocal melodies!

[@thatkarbide]

Send this track with your lyrics to Mark and have him sing it in his style ;) Great in depth breakdown I like your workflow keep 'em as long as you need to.

[@Mikeyprs21]

with the heavy part, part of me really wanted to see you accent that 2nd beat of the bar on the repeat around 24:20 - classic metallica/ Lars ulrich thing as I call it aha!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Yeah that would have been sweet! See... two heads are better than one!🤘

[@AleandFire]

Stand up guy here. No ego which is amazing considering how brutal the riffs are.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

👊

[@AleandFire]

@@RobArnoldWorld 🤘you and I go way back. Your rock house dvd taught me some really cool things brother.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

@@AleandFire Awesome man! Glad to hear it!😎🎸

[@Tillflyfisher]

Kinda like this idea for vids. Keep em coming. How about some hc metal ideas?

[@RobArnoldWorld]

You want heavy? I've got heavy!🤘😝 haha

[@Tillflyfisher]

@@RobArnoldWorld yeah man do it. Reminds me being in the studio years ago with Scot Atkins 🤟

[@ramonvelascoiii2758]

Now Where Talking BTW Thank you for this Rob God Bless.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

👊

[@dmenaced]

🤘🤘

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Haha keep em' coming brother! 🤘🤘

[@michaelj.anderson1116]

Me: Get done with 3 hours in the studio then, sit down to watch you do the same on KZbin for an hour....Lol great video. Would love to see more like this. The more in depth the better. Thanks for the entertainment & a look behind the scenes. Keep rockin'. 🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Got it bro! Thanks for tuning in and good luck with your sessions!🤘

[@michaelj.anderson1116]

@@RobArnoldWorld Thanks bro.

[@axmnstrbnd]

Thanks for all you do for us Rob! I got a question. How do YOU get passed writer's block, that is, if you get that. I have a decent intro, and 2 riffs afterwards, but thats where I cant seem to get the tune to go anywhere. It's frustrating!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Maybe try this.... Take one of your favorite songs from your favorite band, and grab a pen and paper. Study and analyze the song, and write down what's happening. How does the structure go? How many verses? How many chorus's? What's the feel and vibe like? What's the mood like? How does it change? What parts excite you and why? Break down the sounds that you like best, and note why you like them. After you've taken all these notes and deconstructed the song, try and recreate it in some form, with your own riffs. Perhaps having a little road map in front of you will help you complete your ideas, and get your songs finished. Give it a try bro!

[@nickedshears]

Show us how to do those Chimaira bass drops!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

I think it's just some 808 sample! You can find em' anywhere!

[@nickedshears]

@@RobArnoldWorld oh, I didn't even think about it being a sample. That makes sense 👍.

[@kobaltseven]

Someone please send Mark this singing intro part and film his reaction. lollll

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Haha

[@ryanriffs_1349]

Man rob i can't get that main riff out of my head. Pass few days thats all I've been humming. That would sound good for your opening in videos. Not that the beginning of the elite song is bad just had the thought. That Elite song is my new favorite The Next great divide🤘🤘🔥💯✊👊

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Nice! Glad to hear it! And I've got a couple different intros I use, with various music. Perhaps I'll incorporate this one!👊 So glad you're digging The Elite!🤘

[@ryanriffs_1349]

Hell yeah man. Im enjoying the elite and the disaster. Crisis in the sky is amazing. I really would like to learn that one and many others. Amazing job on both man. Gives me chills at times and it's the best feeling hearing your guitar sing. Its all in your 🤲s

[@RobArnoldWorld]

@@ryanriffs_1349 Killer man! Super glad to hear that! I've got tons more for ya on the way! I know it's been too long!

[@ryanriffs_1349]

@@RobArnoldWorld I always look forward to any new videos and love to re-watch all your videos. I always learn each time I watch your videos there packed with alot of great info and everything in-between.

[@jonnierobes1192]

Definitely has a Megadeth-esque feel to it

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Right on!

[@borges3099]

Where do you place your mic? Dust cap edge, center, or off-axis?

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Typically I start at the dust cap edge.

[@borges3099]

@@RobArnoldWorld thanks!

[@DystopianApocalypse]

😂 That intro reminds me of being dropped off at school by pops and he's blasting the most embarrassing shit ever...hahaha.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Hahaha

[@supervillain2482]

Hey rob i seen online you use the harmonic minor and minor pentatonic scales. I know you love metallica but you use the harrmonic scale? What ive found is that metallica actually use the phrygian scale/mode, did you still want that egyptian/arabian sound but not want to sound exactly like metallica using the harrmonic over the phrygian?

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Nope man I actually don't know anything at all about scales, modes, phrygian, minor, major, ethiopian... etc. I really only know one pentatonic box. Everything I play is just what my ears and soul like to hear🤘

[@supervillain2482]

@@RobArnoldWorld Far out! I never would have guessed that with how you play.... You just inspired me to think outside the box.

[@elenabeaudry8632]

I'm only a quarter into this video and I can already hear that hamster wheel going in that head of yours.lmao! How do you create so fast? Sheesh!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Ha! 🐹

[@kevlarscar2708]

This is like Native giving away the secret recipe to their hot wings. 😉

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Ha! Many won't understand the reference, but if you know, you know!🤘

[@anythingnothing1874]

Good tune man🤘🏻😁but I agree with the masses,..maybe find a vocalist 🤘🏻😂👊🏼

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Haha I'l stick to guitar moving forward!🤣

[@anythingnothing1874]

@@RobArnoldWorld 🤘🏻😂👊🏼

[@Solidsaw]

Everything you do sounds like a chimaira song. (Oh wait) but i like you still keep that precious, exclusive “sound” or “tone”. maybe if someone else would have played through the exact same guitar or rig, it wouldnt sound like you (chimaira) maybe you will invite mark to sing over a song you make for the sake of a youtube video. And to make it even better, maybe a new album……. :(

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Haha right on! And you're exactly right! One time, I got to play through Jeff Hanneman's rig, and I sounded like shit! Maybe I was just star struck though... haha🤘

[@AndrewStonerock]

Rob 2003 : I don't even like singing in songs Rob 2021 : singing on video intro.. Lmao, just giving you some shit buddy. You know I love ya..

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Haha... If I could do brutal vocals, I would!

[@AndrewStonerock]

@@RobArnoldWorld I feel that

[@jacksmith5045]

Answer: computers, mainly….computers

[@RobArnoldWorld]

No doubt! But I must say I've been in and out of studios since before the help of computers was around. But now that it is, why fight it right?!

[@woochyna]

That "Crate" is slowly getting on my nerves.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Haha why's that?

[@woochyna]

@@RobArnoldWorld Waiting for that dismissal/final verdict that never comes due to it being unoperative and I am a guy that uses transistor amps in conjunction with tube ones and is still waiting, after 20 years, to be right about "Crate" being a hidden gem :)

[@RobArnoldWorld]

@@woochyna That said, you are my motivation to get it going! Ever since it died, it's just sat there, because I've really had no motivation to fire it up. It's on!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

@@woochyna So last night I went to look at the fuse, because many dudes said to check that first. But the fuse location is not apparent. There's a back plate I can unscrew to get behind, but there's a sticker on there that says there are no user serviceable parts. I can't find ANYTHING helpful online regarding the G1600XL. Any ideas? Is the fuse location obvious on your head?

[@woochyna]

@@RobArnoldWorld Oh man, that head needs to be disassembled to access the PCB and check what's wrong. Never did this with mine as I sold it in working condition. Opened a couple of different transistor amps though and can tell they all have a couple of fuses on the inside. That said, if a fuse is dead, that means there is a component or a whole part of the circuit that went bad and changing the fuse won't necessarily solve the problem. Good thing is that old transistor amps have through hole PCBs so individual components can be checked and replaced, bad thing is that there aren't many repairmen qualified and WILLING to check those kind of amps as their circuits are a bit more complex than those found in tube amps. This particular case can literally be anything, transformer included.

[@dakotawinston7677]

You sit in the shower? You haven’t been crying have you Rob? It’s gonna be okay…

[@RobArnoldWorld]

🤣