Rabea Chooses a Live Rig for Under £1000

[@andertons]

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[@sixsix8six]

what about telecaster, will you ever contact me via telecaster?

[@Paul-D]

I just sold my 2 favourite guitars because I assumed a shoddy looking account asking me to contact them on a service I dont think anyones ever used, because id won one of the new $50,000 green les Pauls. weekend ruined.

[@metalmick]

Carrier pigeon?

[@tonedragon8616]

@AndertonsMusicCo YOU HAVE WON CLICK MY FAKE LINK TO GIVE ME YOUR MONEY NOW! ACT FAST AS THIS OFFER WONT LAST! Love your guys videos 😂

[@SomeKindOfMadman]

(Joking to Hypothetical scenario) He’s a good friend, with a thousand budget, and you guys don’t even give him a discount; Criminal mate, just criminal

[@TheMadMedek]

Good to see Rabea back in the studio.

[@adhaskym.a9536]

Why?

[@IrLosin]

@@adhaskym.a9536 Because he's likeable and talented?

[@stanislavmigra]

@@adhaskym.a9536 because Bea, duh?

[@alittlebitgone]

@@adhaskym.a9536 What did you feel you were adding to the world with this comment?

[@munkygrip1977]

@@adhaskym.a9536 because the guy is awesome! Killer player, great bloke, super knowledgeable and vibes well with Lee.

[@RiffMalevolence]

Please make this a series with all andertons employees that play an instrument! Would love to see the diversity of players and rigs! 🤘🏻

[@OgamiItto70]

Good idea.

[@casssieboy]

Omg please yes

[@francisholvoet2]

Yes! Interesting for learning difference feelings and soundspectrums. Thx for the good job.

[@OgamiItto70]

And don't forget the synth channel people. I'd be interested to see what they come up with, too.

[@edwardssistershands]

This. What a great format. Great video!

[@twantheunisz9281]

I miss when you guys would walk through the store for videos like this

[@Casmael01]

Yeah gotta do the store walk for this video concept imo

[@alanbeesby2220]

All this stuff will be in the warehouse not in the store, so sifting through boxes would probably not be all that exciting!

[@lagtowngaming4013]

Yeah i remember that. I liked it more than this format. Both are good tho

[@identifiesas65.wheresmyche95]

Yeah please store walks required. Walk around and try stuff.

[@jackusflackus1]

@@alanbeesby2220they actually used to do it though. Gave the old videos a different feel

[@itstytanic]

Basically Lee got Rabea back for one last special Sound Like episode: "Sound Like Rabea Massaad for under £1000"

[@christopherweise438]

Ya know.....you're right. Where it all falls apart for me is when you have to PLAY like Rabea. No amount of money will help me there.

[@InGrindWeCrust2010]

@@christopherweise438 Me too, me too....

[@InGrindWeCrust2010]

Perfect

[@cyrilst-m9890]

Sound like Rabea without busting the bank 🤣

[@davedavem]

Zero complaints! Probably the most requested sound like.

[@greasemonkey568]

This sort of video is genius. We know from start to end it is "sales" advertising for Andertons, but it is so in sync with window shopping thought-experiment fun, we love it. What-if is addictive.

[@Jinballify]

Acthually! That Marshall 20C is not loaded with a 1x12, the 50W version is. That little speaker, making all the glorious noises, is a 1x10! Kudos to Marshall for making the thing sound that good.

[@timparker4228]

Came here to say the same. Also worth noting that the combo does have extension cab output jacks, so you can use it to push a bigger cabinet if you wanted.

[@robertcarey3383]

Shame on Marshall for using a 10" speaker with a 20-watt tube combo.

[@Jinballify]

@@robertcarey3383 Kind of thought so too at first, but the more I hear of these the more I'm thinking it absolutely was a right call. The speaker (and the cabinet) is very well voiced, and thus gives a unique twist to the sound that sits very nicely in a mix, and live setup. And, as mentioned it can always be paired with an external cabinet for some 12'ness when needed. 👍

[@Healcraft]

i had one but i traded for a bassbreaker 15

[@patrickcarroll1754]

I never get tired of these. Lee is a content genius in my book

[@madmod]

Rabae is to me today what Dimebag was when I started playing guitar. Hes iconic in the sense he changes how I see and play guitar. Despite the two playing a very diferent style of music, Rabae has a sound unique to himself that is not only heavy and gutteral, but also has some of the most ominous and soothing tones that show the range of his chops. Its crazy how humble he is despite his success.

[@milkandmeat]

what is this word salad

[@wallofsheep5645]

Dime was part of the reason I started playing as a kid. I think this comparison is really interesting, but you are right I think. It's players that play honestly I think..

[@toast3990]

@@milkandmeat Word salad? Everything they wrote is 100% coherant

[@adamwatson6916]

Totally agree. I also really love Danish Pete's playing and tone . I love hearing the whole andetons crew rocking the high end epiphones. They make them sound so good and with my eyes closed I would think I am hearing custom shop gibsons . Their epiphone 59 videos are fantastic displays of great tone and playing. I have recently also been Heavily influenced by Jack of peach guitars. His tone and playing are killer He has changed my taste in tone and I have been able to get quite close to tome and his playing style is influencing me as well . Johan Segeborn has also been a big influence on me the last couple of years. His playing style is really great . Its very much a tone lovers playing style. Both Jack and Johan are able to get the best out of modern Gibson pickups. They have made me fall in love with the modern Gibson PAF style humbucker tone . I was all about replacing all my gibson pickups with Duncan's and I still have Duncan's in some of my guitars but Johan and Jack have made me fall in love with modern Gibson humbuckers an I now prefer them to most Duncan's with the exception of my seth lovers and whole lotta humbkckers but the custombucker and burstbucker families are just as good and in most cases I like the gibsons better these days

[@zlol_ssbm]

This reads like a copypasta. Stan culture is so gross

[@AdoreYouInAshXI]

"Rabea, I want you to pick a bunch of gear..." *The Captain proceeds to pressure Bea into everything he wants him to pick* Great concept Lee!

[@SeaDrive300]

Hahaha, glad to see I wasn't the only one who noticed that...

[@therewasascene]

Lol he did let him get the Pacifica at least

[@TexanUSMC8089]

There's a reason why Lee owns the store. He let him try the Pacifica and then decided on the Squier.

[@jaydenshaw4154]

I wish Rabea had of considered multi-fx/modelling amps considering he uses QC

[@MrSJPowell]

As Josh Scott revealed on his channel, there's a reason why the Behringer Super Fuzz is Sweetwater's best selling pedal. Partially because the JHS channel did a very glowing review of it, but mostly because it's really dang good.

[@notplaying2379]

I sold my Boss Hyperfuzz and replaced it with the Behringer. The behringer has the in between fuzz 1 and 2 setting but also had something I preferred over the boss.

[@benashton3691]

My cat pissed on my Superfuzz today. I hope it survives.

[@GeneralMiller92FIN]

Absolutely. This is where he speaks about it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/d6Gti5RurqiAebM

[@musicdude1540]

You mean on Sweetwaters channel

[@IGrocker]

@@benashton3691 time to get rid of the cat.

[@jonbradbury3843]

So good to see Rabea back in the studio for Andertons. He is by far may favourite guitarist because of his range of music he can play. Makes me wonder just how much of that tone was him rather than equipment.

[@sdadds86]

This is such a good video, as a new guitar player I always think I would be better if I had more expensive equipment but Rabae just destroyed that myth. I guess more practice is all that’s needed. This should be required viewing for all new guitar players.

[@wallofsheep5645]

You CAN sound better with high end gear... absolutely, however, a good player will sound good on anything.

[@MRoo1oo]

I bought a ticket for $200 for Rabea's show from some guy named Pete. Not only was there no show, but I found out Rabea's tour bus never crashed.

[@nickwalters5380]

Talent makes tone, that's it. Nice to see rab back.

[@marekw7562]

Absolutely amazing to see Rabea on the channel again. And I have to say, when I see that you choose FS300 I knew it will bloom under Rabea's fingers. That pedal sounds remarkable for such low price.

[@driftythekid]

when i was much younger and newer to guitar anytime i heard a new guitarist i checked to see if there was a "sound like without breaking the bank" on them and trusted Rabea with my life on his gear recommendations, and he didnt let me down once. its nice to see a version where he gets to choose anything

[@topnug7626]

When I was younger and much newer to guitar Anytime I heard a new guitarist I checked To see if there was a sound like without breaking the bank on them And trusted Rabea with my life on his recommendations. Help me if you can find a guitar And I do appreciate you going far Help me get a really nice guitar Won't you pleaseee, please help me

[@grumpyrocker]

The Orange Super Crush 100 is an amazing amp. Takes pedals really well too. The tone isn't so much the usual Orange house sound, the dirt channel leans more towards Marshall. Really should have picked that one.

[@mrcoatsworth429]

Agreed! It gets really close to a Rockerverb, but tighter.

[@RyvenProductions]

The Marshall Origin is a fantastic pedal platform. I have a 50c and my favorite pedals for chuggin with it is an 808 into a Nobels ODR-1. The speaker combo of choice with it is a DV77 paired with a Jensen Nighthawk. The tilt knob is what makes it such a great pedal platform. Dime the tilt for your Marshall Plexi tones, and if it gets too bright, adjust the tilt.

[@alborromeo4383]

Fantastic player. I met Rebea at winter NAMM months before COVID shutdown. I asked him if he had to choose between 2 guitars… and before I even gave options he growls confidently “Fender Stratocaster”!

[@jarrusjenkins]

The Super Crush would definately have been my choice of amp, sounds good and a decent chunk of change less than the 5150

[@JIAbbot]

Captain Lee-I love all your videos, but this was one of the most engaging ones you’ve ever dropped. Phenomenal playing (as always) by Bea….and what a superb convo to boot. A true class act all the way.

[@The-11]

I like my Marshall Origin and the foot switch came with it so I don't see why using it to turn on the effects loop would be an issue. The foot switch has a boost switch too so you can use the effects loop and hit the boost from the pedal. Works well for me. The Origin has a great clean and you can get it to drive and break up if you want.

[@duncansbuddy]

Rabea.! luv watching his expressions while the Captain throws out "things" from the depths of the pedals unknowns.. Great Show the Captain.! Like old times. Great Show, CHEERS from across the pond.

[@WalnutWarrior7]

Marshall‘s Origin series is criminally underrated. There’s absolutely nothing they can’t do, and they look good enough for your wife to let you keep one in the living room! Haha

[@chasebaker2495]

Just picked a 20w combo Monday and I love it. This video just confirmed my decision 🎸

[@nazmoking3171]

I grow weary of many of the contrived Anderton videos but not this one. I thought this one was interesting, candid, and his playing is outstanding! So I thoroughly enjoyed this.

[@brunolr1222]

I have said that maybe a thousand times already, but I'm gone say it one more time, Mr. Rabea, you're just amazing ! Thank you, and the Captain, which still manage to bring you on the chanel. Thank you guys !!!!

[@IrLosin]

I'm always amazed by the great tone of the Behringer stuff. But in the end it's about the circuit, and they get them right all the time.

[@SeanDS89]

25:54 LOVELY playing on the baritone! Also, the design of this guitar is fantastic :)

[@gabe2968]

I thought the same. Nicest thing played in the whole video, those chords sound great on a baritone. Early 2000s vibes. Nice looking guitar too but the top end is nasty and fizzy

[@risteardohaodha23]

I’m totally with Rabea when it comes to the quality of delays and particularly reverbs. As we’ve seen here 20 squids can by you an awesome fuzz pedal but you do really need to up the budget to get decent reverb sounds.

[@djrea4815]

Rabea is a BEAST, he could make a shoelace sound like a million bucks.

[@PureJadeKid]

Bea: your success makes us all happy. Keep winning at guitar and winning at life. You are an amazing human being. Thank you for sharing everything you do.

[@sundaynightdrunk]

So great to see Rabea back. So many videos I've loved his playing, and it's really cool to see how it's evolved (from the limited bit we got here). Please convince him to do more videos with you guys. The level of talent on this channel is always great, and gets even better when Rabea is involved.

[@ze-ce.cra_]

One of the rig I've been using for the past 4-5 years : Ibanez Gio Grx40 - got it used from a friend for about $30 Zoom G1on multi-effects pedal - $59 Total, 30+59= 89 usd, under $90 Being a broke college student was tough lol

[@trevorford8702]

That’s a good broke college rig tbh. I’m playing a G&L ASAT, a BOSS GT-7, and a Fender Ultimate Chorus amp, which is like a $400 rig.

[@trentreimer130]

Obviously if this really happened you would just walk into the closest music store, grab a Katana and go to your gig. But the world doesn't need another Katana video. Thank you for this one.

[@StarWarriorMusic]

was gonna say the same thing lol. and it would open up a ton for other things if you wanted them.

[@MajicFreeman]

You say you, but you can't mean me

[@gnoogie]

how do people generally feel about the stock katana speakers? worth upgrading an amp that cheap?

[@trentreimer130]

@@gnoogie Certainly, absolutely anything sounds better through a good speaker. (there are some hilarious videos of people modding tiny plastic practice amps like the MS2 so they can be played through a 4x12) Come to think of it, the Katana Artist gets its improved tones via factory speaker upgrade. That said, while the Katana sounds good to most players, myself included, IMHO a good tube amp still sounds better.

[@tommilitello198]

That amp sucks,had more background noise than that 5150,and if a need an app to access anything I don’t want the amp

[@jamesatkinson4386]

Rabea does use a type of solid state live. The Quad Coretex. The expensive tastes come from content providing…and there is nothing wrong with that. You go with the company that sponsors. These are good as we see more of Rabea playing other products. Good stuff 🤘🏻👍🏻

[@mrcoatsworth429]

With all the distortion, drive and fuzz pedals he uses, it's pretty clear that he doesn't dislike transistors.

[@karl-wilhelmschreitz8549]

Rabea knows what he talks about and always nails it with his comments and suggestions. The Captain wants to talk everything "good" an sell it, - understandable. I listen to Rabea.

[@justbob242]

So glad to see Bea back at Anderton's. What an absolute beast of a guitar player. Anyone who hasn't seen his collaboration with Stormzy at the Reading festival is missing out.

[@TylerJohnstonGuitar]

This is the first time I’ve watched a video with Rabea and I’m pleasantly surprised. Super down to earth and is a wizard on the guitar.

[@texasbootlegger3752]

Great job helping out players with limited funds! I was surprised by the Behringer Fuzz. I actually like the Tone it added to this rig. Great job!

[@benallmark9671]

It’s a great pedal and they have others that kick ass. Some duds but the majority are gems.

[@VesiustheBoneCruncher]

The screamer and particularly that fuzz are no joke. The EQ also does the job but is noisy. Wish they had shown the hidden totally unofficial mode on the fuzz - now that does melt faces. The boost is also extremely useful - I use for recording synths all the time.

[@updem]

Actually really impressed with the multi strip. For 100 quid that's an insane value, and has a headphone out with a cab mod for quiet practice

[@budgetguitarist]

Rabea is an amazing player. There are lots of Marshall Origin amps on the used market because of buyer's remorse. With the right pedal and player, they can sound good, but most people who buy Marshall amps want gain, and it's just not there.

[@bouganim]

Wonderful episode. Love the new challenge parameters.

[@RambleTone]

Thanks guys🙏FYI, I’m sure someone else has already mentioned, but the Origin 20 has a 10” speaker, the 50 combo has a 12” and is phenomenal if you like early Marshall sounds,

[@shamsam4]

On the Origin, turn the master up all the way and control the volume with the gain. It drives better that way.

[@kiltymacbagpipe]

I do miss you guys wandering around the store. Made for a much better video.

[@NightPwnGaming]

Captain was inducing stress the whole video

[@TNTales]

Does anyone else think that Andertons is the Bluesbreakers of KZbin music? They find amazing players and put them on video for us and they go on to do amazing things from it.

[@Doomlord777]

Totally enjoyed this one, i love bea and the capt together, such good chemistry. More please!

[@JorgeLetria]

idk how this is *always* overlooked, but origin 20 has a huge amount of gain... on the master people always get stuck on the preamp gain. just dime the master and it sings you can use the built in attenuator if you don't want to bring the house down

[@IStabz]

Rabea is amazing!!! The fact that he can sound awesome regardless is a feat in itself!! Tone KING!

[@devinsinderwitcz9134]

Bea and Pete need to be on EVERY Andertons video!

[@nellayema2455]

I'll bet that gold Cort G250 HSS guitar would have been really good for the price. 2-point tremolo, Alnico V pickups, coil split and the die cast tuners look decent. Interesting to note that the Squier has ceramic pickups. The Pacifica has Alnico V pups.

[@adamstevenson8737]

Definitely the cort over the yamaha....

[@richgleadall3884]

could listen to bea play all day!!!!

[@Charlie6969]

Rabea's clean playing is so inpiring, sounds very cozy.

[@H_mzaS]

I love the tones that Rabea can pull out of the guitar. And I especially love the ambient sounds that he can generate. @Rabea please do a video series on ambient guitar playing!!!!! I would love to learn to play like you!

[@lexluth1]

Love this video! Keep in mind that the Marshall Origin 20 combo is a 10" speaker not a 12". That's probably a contributing factor to the lack of low end chug. I have the same amp and LOVE it! Keep up the GREAT videos!!

[@trebleboost7]

Rabea’s great sense kind of makes him a tough customer! Great job guys!

[@michelvondenhoff9673]

As for the amp agree with Rabea, the 5150 is for one thing specificly. The O20c is more an allrounder.

[@AhmadSleeq]

One of the funniest videos was the Kaoss Pad demo with Rabea and Rob. The dancing part was incredible 😂

[@JayLand1973]

Huge fan of Rabea... even more after this... not all metal but everything!

[@stevendearden8030]

Great content. love the Origin, but definitely as a head with a decent cab. Nice to see Bea back on Andertons. You're on good form chaps.

[@SMGMusic14]

47:22 gold.

[@JimThompson-i3u]

The Laney GH30R is an amazing amp. Highly underrated. I'm so glad I bought one.

[@TheOligoclonalBand]

That Squier neck singlecoil with the Marshall and the reverb sounds is exactly my thing. Great sound. I would have boosted it with a Boss GE-7 to get more versatility and wouldn’t even need more gain. I think I need that Behringer Fuzz, though.

[@The_Fat_Turtle]

Thanks for finally addressing the Pacifica thing. People still regurgitate advice from 20 years ago, even though the entire industry has caught up to Yamaha. Where Yamaha doesn't get enough recognition is at the high end, people will go with USA Fender, Gibson or PRS when they spend big money but overlook what Yamaha can truly do without worrying about budget.

[@justingibbons2696]

I own the Fender BassBreaker 15 and I can honestly say its truly one of the best amps I have ever played period. It definitely lacks a little for a live session, however, it would definitely be powerful enough to rock a small club.

[@markacton-grieves7958]

Sorry, just had to comment, was watching the preview and the subtitles called you 'Repair Massage', that seems so inviting!!

[@jamesatkin9412]

You can see where the money hasn't gone on that Fender burst paint finish. There's just one squirt of black round the edge with zero blending. Great video, though. I love these. Especially when there's some high gain involved.

[@timolebeck6405]

Would totally go with the Catalyst 200! It can do almost everything^^

[@stanislavmigra]

Super nice to see Bea again. I agree with all of his choices and reasoning. Interesting video

[@CristiNeagu]

I'd grab a Line6 Catalyst, to be honest. For 450 quid you get a lot of power and flexibility. Gets you a few effects as well. But Behringer do make some very good sounding pedals. Their Tube Screamer clone is pretty much identical sounding to the original.

[@winstonschwarz1636]

Yep. Everyone's favourite the Rab! Great vid guys!

[@chrisharrison3305]

Captain Anderton, this is a great start for a series of vids. A phone call to the store. “I’m so and so and I need a rig for tonight, can you help me out?” 1000 pound rigs for a genre of music. Have your talented staff at Andertons pick 2 guitars, 2 amps, and some pedals then let your AMAZING presenters/ rockstars find their rig for the gig? I believe it would be great fun but also informative.

[@thewinenut9800]

Yamaha Pacifica has delivered for decades. A Hall of Fame Guitar

[@PrsOrianthiSE]

With the Origin FX Loop, you can plug in a 6.3mm to 3.5mm headphone adapter after switching the FX Loop on with the Footswitch to effectively 'complete' the circuit and not have the Footswitch plugged in after that!

[@joshuaschecter]

It’s boring for a show but my first thought was HX Stomp and a HSS strat of some kind. Not a super exciting watch probably. But seems like it would make a nice backup rig or quick solution.

[@lance134679]

I feel like a grand just isn't enough, though the resulting rig does sound great to me. Also great to see Rabea in a video again, too. Thanks!

[@dowaliby1]

Bugera V22 combo ($499 U.S., with clean and gain channels and foot switch included (3 12 AX7 preamp tubes, 2 EL 84 power tubes); the Squire Affinity sounds fantastic and it's beautiful, TC Electronics Hall of Fame Reverb (about $160 U.S.), the Behringer fuzz is incredible for 20 quid, Add the Tone City Delay for about $60 and you're good to go..

[@AGuitarNinja]

I really like the bugera has automatic tube monitoring also! I literally just bought a jc 22 but honestly I might return for the bugera I just can’t decide 😭

[@dowaliby1]

@@AGuitarNinja I can see where it could be a close decision.

[@naftade]

Pathetic me is all smiling because Rabea also went for the Dispatch Master. I looove this pedal so much. Can’t make it sound bad.

[@andrewpappas9311]

Great to see Rabea back, missed seeing him with Anderton’s

[@ciaran762]

Love the video but freaked out by Bea's insanely long arm at 6:30 ... 🤣

[@timothyduncan9617]

This video made me realize Lee would make an incredible dungeon master lmao that buss wreck description was just perfect haha

[@AndrewStonerock]

The capacitor on the tone cap is why the two strats sound so different. Put that fender cap in the Yamaha, and it'll sound league's better.

[@andymarsal]

Guys that's exactly what I was thinking - only strat can give you that amazing neck pickup tone 😉

[@huskylove-666]

So enjoyed this video and no doubt watching it again. Rabea ‘s knowledge was really helpful from the get go. . Really asumed he’d go for the 5150. Just shows you

[@zoomzoom3950]

Needs more than 1K, but very versatile rig: Jackson JS32 or Kramer Striker. HX Effects Catalyst 100 IMO. Origin is a good choice, IMO. I have the Origin 50C combo, was soo good, I also have the Origin 50H and 2 x Origin 4x12 cabs, using the HX Effects in front. Also have the Catalyst 100, using the HX Effects in 4CM with MIDI to control the amp patch and to control the amp boost.

[@scottrattray5454]

Great to see Rabea back at Andertons!

[@wesleyb_92]

Much love for Bea and andertons. Great video guys

[@matthewgierula5674]

Great video! I never thought much of Squire guitars but Rabea makes it sound like a $1000 guitar. Even if you hate the humbucker in it, getting a good Seymour Duncan to replace it isn't out of reach financially. Do that and change the tuners maybe and you have a solid instrument. Next video request: I would love to see the guys review the Devin Townsend Fishman pickups and demo the three configurations out of them.

[@RaphaelKalinowskiMusic]

1000 Pounds is pretty easy: Line 6 HX Stomp, Ibanez GRG 121DX and then you still got money left to get some beer going :D

[@ivanbrasla]

This IMO the way to go if you only have 1000. These allow much more room for grow with more gear in the future

[@myguitarsandme]

The best part of the video was Oz's reaction to the Behringer Fuzz. 🤣

[@olid7947]

Lovely to see Bea back, and also we 100% need a vid on all of the bleeped out jokes

[@tomfonner1886]

I think this series is a good how to use website as much as the rig challenge.

[@arustydodge2111]

This was FUN!!!!👍⭐️👍 RABEA and The CAPTAIN, back in the saddle Again!😉⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@guitarplayer1434]

B would be a crazy good sales man , hits one note , sounds Fn fantastic and tells me to buy it , how can you not buy it just for the fact that you might sound just a little like that fuzz

[@ptbaxx]

Oh man I am having good old TOSKA vibes from the baritone!!! Love it!

[@ruatonim]

I liked the approach to this. It was honest. I was really hoping we weren't gonna slap another Katana in the mix and off ya go. I also appreciate the single pedal approach. If a gig were on the line, I would not throw an unknown (for me anyway) multi-effects in and count on it for everything. If it crapped out, you lose everything. At least with a single, you can kick it out of the line and get by.

[@thunderbirdbrown3002]

Duuude, this was a fun episode and it's always good to see the lad Bea the great 🤘🏿😎!!

[@_rafael_b]

I think Rabea may have done one too many of these type of videos. I've seen him in a few recently. He looks over it. It's cool though. It still beats working. 🙂

[@benlogan430]

It appears he wants to re-invent and pave a new way. When the magic of a relationship is gone one must move on. Or maybe it just takes a minute to re-gel with friends you haven’t seen in a few?