Top Ten Electric Twelve String Songs

[@fundleman2878]

Every time I look through any window theres Mark playing great 12 string riffs!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Donnie. I have a close friend that always does that. He works classic songs into every conceivable sentence. Thanks for bringing back some good memories. Much appreciated. Please take care and be well. mark

[@MoviesNStuff]

I can’t wait to see best acoustic 12 string sons

[@8MinuteAxe]

I was just thinking about that when I saw this. too funny. That one may have to be top 20

[@blakewilliams3702]

Another great video! Thanks.

[@8MinuteAxe]

I'll call you tomorrow during the day and we'll figure out the plan. You have to bring your vax card with. :)

[@burtonwitaschek6431]

Great picks, Mark. Good to see & hear your girls being cycled through! Still love that HB! It would be awesome to hear you play a Vox Phantom

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Burton. If I had picked any other niche I probably would be willing to invest a few thousand in some vintage gear but how many 12 string guitars can a guy have. LOL. I always keep my eye open. If anyone ever has one trashed I would consider it just for the videos. Or maybe they'll do a reissue like they've done with some of the other guitars. I really appreciate all of your support. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. Mark

[@alkitzman9179]

Great picks Mark. I went out and bought that Eastwood 12 after you did your video on it. Yes It is cool to play. This is your spot on you tube the 12 string .

[@8MinuteAxe]

how are you liking the Eastwood. The versatility sonically is really something in my opinion? Thoughts? Mark

[@alkitzman9179]

@@8MinuteAxe Yes Mark I am amazed at all the different sounds you can get with the Eastwood. .I love the wide neck compared to the narrow on my Rick. It's a beautiful Guitar showing 12 tuning pegs not the strange way Rickenbacker hid the other 6. As you know my Dad passed recently his Fav color was Red so he would have loved this color. It's my go to 12 string Electric now also

[@tomg8888]

Nice selection. So many to choose from though.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Believe me, it was HARD to bench Turn Turn Turn.

[@tomg8888]

@@8MinuteAxe If talking electric 12 string you can never bench Tambourine Man either.

[@8MinuteAxe]

I put it #3 on this list but its topped every other countdown Ivd done. I thought a good argument could be made for Eight Miles High because it really pushed the envelope so I mixed it up a little. One of my first and my most viewed video is called the Riff That Made The 12 String Famous about Mr T Man. Have a great day Tom. Mark

[@clemlabelle8740]

I am here and thumbs up!!

[@8MinuteAxe]

You rock.

[@amandadavidson6228]

Maybe your best video yet! Awesome!

[@8MinuteAxe]

:)

[@howardklein9834]

Yep those are good songs! Oh can you do a video on your fingering "Stairway"? I have small hands and cannot play it the way it should be. I have to go down to the 112th fret and play first position down there. Thanks Mark.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Howard. I've been thinking about doing a video with the transcription of the two exact 12 string parts. I bet that would generate some interest. Thanks for reminding me. Have a great weekend and thanks for your continued support. It's very much appreciated. Mark

[@davegreeley]

Great work Mark. I need to stop neglecting my 12. Like #142

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Dave. It's cool how you always mention which like you are. I think I'm going to start doing that. It makes the comment more memorable and kinda more personal. We've been getting Canada weather here in ATL. I mean, actual cold weather. Down to 18 last night. I remember the -20 with the wind chill days in CT. Don't miss them. I hope you're well. Mark Please disregard any response from what’s app. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@NDFlyFisher]

Great list Mark. I agree with your #1 pick. Also, lots of great Byrds songs you could have selected.

[@stankruger6823]

I second the #1 pick.

[@8MinuteAxe]

It was hard to bench Turn Turn Turn....

[@zdunne]

Great choices on this list

[@8MinuteAxe]

Thanks Zach. And thanks for always making time for the premiere. I really do appreciate it so much. Please take care and be well. Mark

[@kaitlybb1474]

wow, i love the 12 string so much such a beautiful sound!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey K. I've really grown to love the electric 12. I've even been writing on it. Open tunings and the octave strings inspire some less predictable melodies. After writing songs for 30 years, I need something new to inspire me. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comments. Enjoy the rest of your week and take care. Mark Please disregard any response from whatsapp. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@gruntergrilla9333]

Nice video, great playing and absolutely agree with th Byrds at no. 1. Thank you.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Grunter Grilla. First off, love the name. Rolls right off the tongue. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comment. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. Mark

[@ffggddss]

Great choices; despite this being another example of there being at least 50 songs deserving to be in the top ten. Many of these tunes' riffs hooked me when they came out. Fred

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Fred. The whats app thing was spam. Dealing with it now. Sorry for any inconvenience. I agree with you. Let's start listing them: When the Levee Breaks, If I Needed Someone, Living Loving Maid, Thank You, What You're Doing, Get Off of My Cloud, the biggie Turn Turn Turn. So You Want to Be a Rock n Roll Star, Xanadu (Rush) your turn (remember electric only)

[@ffggddss]

@@8MinuteAxe Yup. The ones of those that I recognize are all good! (My pop/rock vocabulary is somewhat limited to certain eras.) My turn? Let's see . . . I probably couldn't come up with enough of them under the electric-only criterion (I'm much more into the folk-and-acoustic genre), but,... Walk Right In (Rooftop Singers) I'll Never Find Another You (Seekers) World of Our Own (Seekers) (all acoustic 12, though, I think), ... but on electric (maybe sometimes, electrified acoustic?): You Were on My Mind (We Five) Nobody I Know (the best Beatles song never recorded by The Beatles, IMO; Peter & Gordon did it) Lady Jane (Stones, electric) Play with Fire (Stones, electrified acoustic) I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better (Byrds, electric) Hotel California (Eagles; dare we even mention this one?) Hazy Shade of Winter (S&G, electrified acoustic) Fakin' It (S&G, electrified acoustic) For Emily, Whenever I May Find Her (S&G, electrified acoustic?) Cat's in the Cradle (Harry Chapin) Silver Treads & Golden Needles (Linda Ronstadt, I think) You Didn't Have To Be So Nice (Lovin' Spoonful) Summer in the City (Lovin' Spoonful; but was this a 6 or a 12?) So, um, what "what's app thing"? Fred PS. Excuse me a moment, I think I hear Don knocking...

[@malcolmbrewer]

Enjoyed this Axe

[@malcolmbrewer]

Now I see it... haaa

[@8MinuteAxe]

Still working on this nonsense. thanks again.

[@besalon9931]

I love this video. Awesome 1st choice.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Thanks. I thought so too. :)

[@shaylee2b]

#7 Traveling Riverside Blues...Thanks Mark I will explore the tune

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Stanley! Zep recorded the song live in the studio in 69 but didn't release it until the remastered box set in 1990. It's an old Robert Johnson tune. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comments. Enjoy the rest of your week and take care. Mark Please disregard any response from whatsapp. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@shaylee2b]

@@8MinuteAxe I got something about responding on What's App was that you or is it spam?

[@8MinuteAxe]

Its spam. I sent you a reply earlier about it. Sorry, I've been trying to fix for hours

[@sandrataylor51]

Good selection Mark

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Sandra. I could say thank you a million times. I really do appreciate all of your time and support so much. Please take care and be well. Mark

[@freesk8]

Nice! Awesome songs, and great playing! Thanks! :)

[@8MinuteAxe]

Thanks again. You've always been so supportive and I really do appreciate it very much.

[@freesk8]

I like how you used a Vangoa 12-string for the Hard Days Night intro chord! :)

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey brother. I may use the Vangoa for the best acoustic songs video. People are so picky. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comments. Enjoy the rest of your week and take care. Mark Please disregard any response from whatsapp. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@freesk8]

@@8MinuteAxe Don't worry about the scammers. They are inevitable. I enjoy telling them to get real productive jobs. :)

[@encryption6247]

Thank you for the amazing upload!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Thank you for being soooo generous with your time. If you get that whatsapp thing, it's spam. Delete. I've been working with YT all day on trying to fix. Sorry for any inconvenience. Mark

[@Valdez82001]

Great list of songs! (Wish you added more Zeppelin but I understand other bands deserve a mention as well!)

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Valdez. I appreciate you checking out the video and the kind words. The main reason that I limited things is because I've been very Zep heavy lately. Did this one a couple of months ago LED ZEPPELIN 12 STRING SONGS kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKHLqqaCnsaLapY and then followed it up with this one a few weeks ago. 12 STRING MASTERS: JIMMY PAGE: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHuco4uEjsmajMU. Check'em out if yo u have time. There's some overlap but I think you'll enjoy them. Have a great day and thanks again for supporting the channel. Mark Please disregard any response from what’s app. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@AndyDion]

Great video Mark, think my favorite from this list is Riverside Blues - that main riff kicks so much!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey man! Thanks so much for checking it out. I hope things are going well for you. I think Laurie is going to be on our next live stream. You're welcome anytime. talk soon. Mark. PS- That Whatsapp this is spam. Working on it with youtube now. Headache.

[@marthakadas2130]

Great list! New songs going on my list to play. Thanks, Mark!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Martha! I feel like I haven't heard from you in a while. I hope you're well. I'm glad you enjoyed the video and it really is good to hear from you. I think you were viewer #8. :) Mark

[@JaniceLalla]

Awesome! I have my own rendition of eight miles high!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Janice. Please email it to me!

[@JaniceLalla]

@@8MinuteAxe I will have to record it first!

[@kevinraimond7658]

Love me some Suite Madame Blue! Thanks for the vids. KR

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Kevin. That's always been a fav of mine and I was glad I could find a way to sneak it in. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comments. Enjoy the rest of your week and take care. Mark Please disregard any response from whatsapp. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@kevinraimond7658]

@@8MinuteAxe dang! I was thinking I had won a 12 string. 🤣

[@grievouserror]

No quibble with this list either, Mark. Content and form are first-rate, as usual. Thank you very much!

[@8MinuteAxe]

You're always too kind. I hope you have a great week. Thanks ever so much!!! :)

[@thepnkflyd]

Never get tired of this one!! 😎🤘🎸

[@bobv.375]

Wonderful Mark! Love this selection. As a kid when listening to the Byrds (and these other classics) there was something magical about their tunes that I just couldn’t figure out. Thank you for bringing the 12 string to life, it’s awesome!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Bob. It was tough leaving out Turn Turn Turn but I had to give some variety. So You Want To Be a Rock n Roll Star is another one of my favs. I guess I could have done that and called it Tom Petty. :)Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comments. Enjoy the rest of your week and take care. Mark Please disregard any response from whatsapp. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@bobhughes9982]

Always great to hear these songs. Always loved Stairway. Good job on 8 miles high, I'am sure its not as easy as you make it look. always looking forward to your 12 string video's and that you use different guitars. Thank you for this channel and taking on the 12 string because other channels do not.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Bob. I don't really like to take a victory lap but I did do a fairly decent job on Eight Miles High. I think it's as good as any other rendition on here. Tough one to do. I spent a lot of time on it. Thanks for noticing. Mark

[@that_thing_I_do]

You fooled me with the Animals choice.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Late addition brother. I was going to use Pleasant Valley Sunday but it's not a 12 on the original and I knew somebody would point it out. Get Off My Cloud has a 12 but it's not a big part of the song. Believe me, when I limited it to 2 per band and I had Turn Turn Turn, the Song Remains the Same, and If I Needed Someone on the bench, I was questioning my judgement. LOL. Take care. Mark

[@that_thing_I_do]

@@8MinuteAxe I meant to say I thought it would have been "We gotta get out"...no issues with your choices otherwise.

[@randyrowell8048]

Loved this video Mark! Everything was great! Playing, production, the live chat! They get better with every video too. Don’t know how you do it. Awesome, brother.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Randy. It's funny you mention that. For a while I was trying to get 5% better with each video but I've been in a time crunch lately. I've taken on a few more students and I'm trying to really get every room of the house nice and clean. The biggest thing is that I'm trying to practice for an hour and play for an hour everyday. That has to be the top priority otherwise this whole thing doesn't make sense. It's all about improving. You've been such an amazing supporter and I truly appreciate it. Mark

[@colemowry8681]

I love these so much!!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Me too. :). Leo Kottke tomorrow night!

[@Neil-Aspinall]

Inspired by one of your previous vids I bought one of those 12 string HB's. 2 problems I was not ready for. No.1, the neck on that thing was WIDE and what strong fingers one must train to have if you could play a song straight through! (played for over 25 years) No.2 , I like a guitar in tune but with this beast I met my match. I kid you not the first time I got it in tune properly it took 20 mins. Every time after there would always be constant tweaking. So I have lived the fantasy and it's not a world I want to revisit any time soon. Shame as I would have loved keeping it for the odd recording.

[@randyrowell8048]

I’ve heard that you spend half your time tuning the 12-string and the other half playing out of tune, lol. I’ve got an acoustic 12-string that I love and have never had an issue with. I’ve been thinking about an electric so I really appreciate your post.

[@stankruger6823]

I bought one and it was crap. Returned it for another and I can't be more pleased with it. I've had the same experience that Mark mentioned in that it NEVER goes out of tune. Make sure you tell Mark about it. He had some kind of disagreement with Thomann but I bet he'll contact them for you.

[@roklok9856]

I own two HBs, one is fabulous one is about exactly what I'd expect from a $250 guitar. For $500 or $600 Check out Eastwood and Danelectro. If you're willing to spend $700 you can get a Schecter or a used Fender XII. Both are high end, well built guitars.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hi. Can you send me a detailed email about the issues you've had with it? I do have a contact at Thomann although they aren't very good at getting back. I've had great luck but I know it can be hit or miss. I just measured it and it's the exact same width at the nut as the Eastwood and the Takamine. The Taylor is slightly wider. Depth wise it's thinner than the two acoustics and maybe a couple of millimeters wider than the Eastwood. The Rick is smaller. That's usually the knock on the Rick. Most people like it wider because it's tougher to get clean notes on a crowded fretboard. I will tell you, my HB is the easiest guitar to play of any of my 12 strings, electric or acoustic. Is this your first 12 string? Acoustic 12s are much tougher to fret. I suggest you find somebody local that's reputable and have it set up and make sure the intonation is good. Mine never goes out of tune. Perhaps one of the tuning pegs isn't set properly. If you're a pitch nazi, you're never gonna be satisfied with a 12 string. A guitar is a tempered instrument. It's never completely in tune. When I'm recording or doing a show, I always tune with my peterson strobe tuner and then make micro adjustments depending on what and where on the fretboard I'm playing. I'm sorry that you had a bad experience with it. Mark

[@8MinuteAxe]

A lot of people discuss tuning. I think a lot of people either aren't used to tuning their guitars or they haven't developed an ear for what 'in tune' is. These days, you can get a free tuner on your phone that's pretty close. You can get a strobe tuner for less than $200 if you're anal like me. As far as the 12 string goes, if you're way out, you have to get into relative tune and then go back and tune again. It should take longer than 3 minutes if the intonation is good. Even if you have to compensate a bit, if it's taking more than 5 minutes, just practice hitting the note and smoothly moving it up into pitch. Remember, if you strike the strings too hard they are going to ring sharp, especially the low E and A. Like anything else, it takes practice. It used to take me 30 minutes to string a guitar, now I can do it in less than 6 minutes. Practice..and the right tools. :)

[@alipatter]

i love the beatles, thats why for me is ticket to ride is the best. but over all pick is awesome. you did a great vid. keep on rockin dude! God bless watching from the Philippines 🇵🇭

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Edel. I've done SOO many Beatles videos I wanted to mix it up. I think you'll enjoy this one LUCY IN THE SKY WITH DIAMONDS COVER AND LESSON kzbin.info/www/bejne/rIvHh4KgZtyGqJo&ab_channel=8MinuteAxe. If you have time to check it out, let me know what you think. Watch carefully and you'll see that I audition for John and Ringo. Take care and be well. Mark

[@michaelvaughan2520]

Sorry I missed the premier. Can't argue with your list, I think Pleasant Valley Sunday deserves an honorable mention myself, and I also love my Eastwood! Thanks for another great 12 string video Mark.

[@DylanPank71]

Not a 12 string track, it's a double tracked Les Paul.

[@8MinuteAxe]

It's funny. I was about to email Michael and tell him that I was going to put it on there as Mike played it on a 12 string live and he fake plays it in the show video but Dylan is 100% correct. Not a 12 string on the original. I knew someone would point it out so I opted for Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood instead. I had Last Train in there too but the Animals tune is better. Thanks to both of you for your time and comments. I love the conversation about classic rock. Michael, I'm glad you love the Eastwood. People keep asking me about this and that and I tell them the best part is the sound. It doesn't sound like any other electric 12 that I've played. You get the bonus of being able to dial in a very close vintage rick sound (better than the new rick with the hot pickups) and it has it's own character. Take care. Mark

[@topkat48]

Good list from a list of many.... I enjoyed this video and your playing. Good job.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Let me tell you what, it was tough scrubbing the song remains the same for don't let me be misunderstood but it just made sense in the long run. Plus I've been very Zep heavy lately. Mark

[@8MinuteAxe]

Please disregard any response from what’s app. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@rossgill7462]

Well done! Your top ten are certainly among my favourites too. But I would always want to include Jackie DeShannon's 'When You Walk in the Room' in any top ten 12 string list. It's not my favourite. That position will always be held by 'Turn, Turn, Turn' by the Byrds . By the way, I like your Eastwood 12. In appearance it resembles a Gretsch. Have you had a chance to try the Gretsch G5422G-12 electromatic? If so, what is your opinion?

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Ross. I really dig your hat in the pic. I haven't really worn a hat since I played baseball in high school and through college (wearing a baseball hat, not playing college baseball. I went to UCONN. They would have wiped the floor with me). I've played a few Gretsch guitars over the years. They always seem stiff to me and even though I've kind of become the 12 string guy on youtube, I do prefer a smaller neck whenever I can get away with it. The neck on my PRS is like a toothpick. LOL. The Eastwood plays well but the best part is when you plug it in. You can REALLY dial in the VINTAGE RICK sound...better than the new Rick with the hotter pickups. Beyond that it has a unique tone all its own that I really like. You get a taste of the sound I'm talking about on Look Through Any Window. I didn't really make it sound like the original because I was so happy with the sound of the guitar I didn't want to change it. That tone may be my favorite 12 string guitar sound ever. But then again, I'm prone to hyperbole. :). When You walk in the Room is on my master list and the 12 string part is great on it. I like the song but don't love it. World without Love by Peter and Gordon is another one that I like but don't love. the video cracks me up. What the heck are they doing during the solo break. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comments. Enjoy the rest of your week and take care. Mark Please disregard any response from whatsapp. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@rossgill7462]

@@8MinuteAxe Thanks for replying. The hat is a Tilley which protects people from being blinded by the glare from the top of my head. No idea what Peter and Gordon were doing during the solo, But I love that Gibson B-45 (I think) 12 string which is like one played by Gordon Lightfoot. What a gorgeous looking guitar. I saw a 1968 model of the same on Reverb that was going for a little over $2,000 Canadian that was supposed to be in very good condition. If I had a couple of grand to spare I would be so tempted. Have a great week and I look forward to your next video.

[@michaelirby1747]

Great selection of songs and performance. I think Leo Kottke's version of Eight Miles High is the best that I have heard.

[@8MinuteAxe]

I'm going to see Leo live in ATL tomorrow evening. I'll let you know how the show is.

[@graceguardado5403]

This sounds cool

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Grace I really appreciate you taking the time to check out the video and support the channel. I hope you have a great week. Take care and be well. -Mark Please disregard any response from what’s app. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@SANDROLIMAC0MP0SER]

Excelente 👍 e 🎼🎼🎼💤🎶🎶🇧🇷

[@8MinuteAxe]

Thank you sir. I appreciate your time and comment. Please take care and be well. Mark

[@dh2970]

Mark - great selection criteria! These songs really show the power of the 12 and how it can contribute to making a song memorable. I hope that future songwriters appreciate it.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey D H. I really appreciate your comment. I was on the fence about the 2 song limit. It seemed a little crazy that Song Remains the Same and Living Loving Maid were booted for the Animals tune but I think it made for a better video and certainly an argument can be made. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. Mark

[@ShiningHourPop]

Good choices and great playing too. It’s really brilliant you focus many of your videos on 12 strings. I’m recording a new song with my 330-12FG and it sounds superb.Mark

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey man. Send it to me when you finish it. I'd love to hear it. [e-mail]. I've never been a Rick disciple but I love many of the bands that employed it. Del Amitri, The Smiths, XTC, REM, Tom Petty, and obviously the Beatles and Byrds. I look forward to your song. Mark

[@davewheel8974]

Hi, Mark, listening several hours after your video, great job on these epic hits and love your technique and style. Fond memories of these greats!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Dave. I really appreciate the kind words. I've definitely gotten better and wiser in my middle age years. I look back and see how flawed a player I was. Now I'm exceptionally mediocre. But I try. If I brought back memories then mission accomplished. The best part of doing this is the connection with you guys. I certainly don't make any money doing it. LOL. I appreciate your time and comments. Enjoy the rest of your week and take care. Mark Please disregard any response from whatsapp. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@clemlabelle8740]

Another gem. I can't argue with this list at all. Brilliant stroke limiting Beatles, Byrds, and Zep to only 2 apiece. Love the Animals riff and the tone on Look Through Any Window is incredible. Let Eastwood know that I bought the Sidejack 12 because of you!

[@toddscala2412]

I did too. I don't think Mark gets paid on these either. It's a shame.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Great to know. I'll pass it along.

[@thepnkflyd]

Classic video! 😎🤘🎸

[@stankruger6823]

Hey Mark. I really enjoyed this video. It's pretty cool that you have a Rick sitting back there and you used the Eastwood for #1. Great stuff as always. Thanks for all of your hard work.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Thanks Stan. I can really dial it in. Take care. Mark

[@terencedebruycker3840]

Good morning Sir, Absolutely beautiful! I am currently a quite healthy 74 year old male (I was musically “born” during the 1960’s - having played in quite a few good Midwest regional bands) and every one of these tracks are forever etched in my memory - and will be forever. As an aside - you have a really interesting look on your face as you play these riffs. Really a great look of absolute concentration - and love of the music. All the very best to you and yours, Terry Terry

[@randycompton5230]

Great list. I haven’t tried to plug in my new Vangoa yet. Curious how a pedal could change the sound on an acoustic-Electric.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Randy. I cut this out of the review because I was afraid people would think that I'm full of crap but honest to goodness, if you're only going to have one 12 string guitar, the laminate acoustic covers the most ground. Not the best true acoustic sound BUT you can dial in a pretty good electric sound. Covers more ground. Let me know how you end up liking it once you have time to put it through its paces. If you have any issues with it, let me know. Vangoa is very quick to respond and is always very helpful. Mark

[@hugoflores8090]

Nice songs.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Thanks Hugo. After I finished it I was still second guessing about the 2 songs per band and leaving Turn Turn Turn, The Song Remains the Same, and If I Needed Someone out but at least there's more variety and my videos have been very Zep heavy lately. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comments. Enjoy the rest of your week and take care. Mark Please disregard any response from whatsapp. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@NickTarterOKC]

When I was a kid I used to borrow my dad's Byrd's Greatest Hits cassette tape and I would play 8 Miles High over and over again. It is one of the best rock songs of all time and underappreciated.

[@revdrterrencemcgillicuddy4064]

Just another great video from whom I consider the master of the 12 string. I just bought a RIK 360 1993 plus and I've died and gone to RIK heaven!

[@mentalcog2187]

Keep remembering my buddies Yamaha 12 string. Played it every chance I got but that was the 70s. After stumbling over this channel,.. I've started playing my old acoustic again and hungering for a 12 string again. 😅 Maybe one day I'll finally get one. Ha! 😆

[@mondragonguijado7949]

i didn't know that there were 12 string guitars

[@8MinuteAxe]

Are you pulling my leg Mondragon. They've been around for about 100 years and were first made popular by mexican corridos and American blues artists. Great sound, especially the acoustic 12. I appreciate you checking the video out. Have a great evening and take care. Mark

[@AdamBurseMusic]

Great riff list Mark, that was awesome man 😀🤘🎵🔥🔥🔥

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Adam. Are you located in the northeast? You're a friend of Andy's right? Or do I have that wrong. Anyway, thanks so much for checking it out. I really appreciate the amazing support. Mark Please disregard any response from what’s app. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@rwhit104]

Mark, It's your list and I believe it to be just fine. Great songs and I appreciate your time.

[@revdrterrencemcgillicuddy4064]

Dear Mark, are you still making 12 string video's? I just don't want to miss any. Thanks.

[@Knottypinesz]

Fun video. Can't argue with any of the choices, but Buck's 12 string on many R.E.M. songs are definitely worth a top 10 or 12 list!

[@Stephen_M.]

Nice selection of electrics! 411

[@AngloCelt88]

It'd be nice to see the 12 string make a comeback in today's music, but then again it would just be nice to see rock or just music in general make a comeback!

[@tepidtooth8539]

Just got to watch this, Suite Madame Blue, nice! Definitely my favorite by them too with Castle Walls

[@jamesfrancisco3130]

That was an awesome video, Mark! All of those songs are from a time when I had more hair and money! I would really like to ask you to do a special video sometime... please consider doing the whole song of Stairway to Heaven. Vocals too, since you have a great voice! That would just be so great!

[@JohnstownJohnny]

Solid list! Solid vid!! Animals killed it! Tks! JJ

[@emac1652]

Great to revisit these Mark. 411

[@blackiewheeler4706]

That was a good solid list of 12 string hits. Out of all the guitars featured here I think the Eastwood 12 string sounded the best overall. It looked great also. I own a few Different Eastwoods and they sound great and play well as many of them are my go to guitars. I also am not a spokesman or a rep for Eastwood just a studio musician that likes them.

[@krisizzpeachy]

hey mark! just commenting again to say that u are an amazing player! the twelve string is rlly an amazing and versatile instrument. ive been a subscriber for awhile and i love ur vids, they r so relaxing haha!

[@zdunne]

Nice to revisit this video 411

[@tommywenz]

Just got my first 12, a Dano 59x12. Started playing in 75. Styx! I actually took lessons from JC for a year or so in the 80’s and he did sound and a demo for us. Don’t know why I waited so long to get a 12. Thanks Mark, I know this stuff takes a lot of time to do. Wow how many 12’s do you have?

[@JohnR242]

This brought back a lot of fond memories. Thank you so much Mark. '411'

[@leclark9254]

Gave me some more songs to play on my 12 strings. thanks.!

[@dr.chriswalsh3789]

Great selection of songs!

[@jadm110]

very nice selection of songs!

[@MarkBatchelder]

Nice work! Thanks 411

[@agromandiriinsani]

i found you from Alip, but I do stick on your channel because you have a very original and very nice taste

[@Charles53412]

Great pick Mark !

[@PeteFolksinger]

Good list Mark!

[@yellowcat1310]

ok! nice list. so glad to see that you did do Please Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood by the Animals. i still want to see you do a show on it. played on a 12 next time though. ok, maybe not that Teardrop Vox, though that is a freaky cool looking instrument.

[@brianoconnor6563]

Love your stuff!

[@flylippfantom8425]

Awesome thanks ✌❤

[@8MinuteAxe]

This one is doing well...

[@redheadgoins7411]

Great video as always. 411

[@bobshomewoodshop7996]

Those were all great choices.

[@jamesreardon6819]

Such a great group choice, very tough to order any of them. 411

[@stevesebald6797]

Nice playing on #1! Impressed! Also...what effect do you use on Suite Madam Blue? You nailed the album sound!

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Steve. It was pure luck. Nothing special. I think everybody would be surprised at just how low tech I am. LOL. If you haven't already, make sure you send me your address. I'll mail out the compressor this week. Talk soon. Mark Please disregard any response from what’s app. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@1066wastrel]

If I can EVER get mine in tune (1 month & 4 broken strings-so far) I`ll learn to play these, but you keep going mate, you are an inspiration to me (Got any spare octave G strings you could post to Scotland)?

[@8MinuteAxe]

Email me at [e-mail] if you need some help. Here's the short of it. Make sure that you're using a 10 or 11 for the high G. D'Addario comes with an 8 , Martin a 10. I always tune a step down for about 10 minutes and then bring it up to pitch. If you're snapping a 10 or 11, take a look at the saddle and nut. It may be a bit sharp. As far as tuning goes, keep a couple of things in mind. First you want to tune all the strings to relative pitch. Then go back and fine tune. There's no reason to fine tune you're A strings if your low Es or your higher strings are significantly out. They're just gonna pull the As back out. Go from low to high. Relative tune, then go back and fine tune. Remember that the guitar is a tempered instrument and technically it's never in perfect tune. 12 strings just exacerbate this. If you have a great ear for pitch, the guitar may not sound in perfect tune even when all the strings are in tune. If I'm recording a part, I sometimes have to modify a note a tiny bit for the part I'm playing. If the next part is higher up the neck, maybe another small adjustment. If it's really out, have a luthier set the intonation. If it's an electric, you should be able to do it yourself. Let me know if this helps at all. Mark Please disregard any response from what’s app. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@keithagnew5934]

Top of the 12 string heap. You are.

[@8MinuteAxe]

Hey Keith. I don't know about that but I appreciate the kind words. Thanks for checking out the video and supporting the channel. Have a great evening and take care. Mark

[@antimatter1766]

I agree, no contest

[@8MinuteAxe]

Love the screen name. It's funny, when I was trying to think of a name for the channel, 8 Minute Axe seemed so great. I loved the play on 8 Minute Abs. It's like band names though. A couple of weeks later, I was just stuck with it. LOL. AND, I have a slight speech impediment and I have trouble pronouncing the word AXE. DOH. Anyway, thanks so much for your time and comment. Mark Please disregard any response from what’s app. That was spam and I’m dealing with it now. I apologize for any inconvenience.

[@antimatter1766]

@@8MinuteAxe wait, what screen name?

[@coltonwalker1593]

Love Stairway so much, but never knew that was two twelve strings.

[@yellowcat1310]

you said it was played on a Vox Phantom. also very cool. i love the Phantom shape. but i saw them on the old Ed Sullivan Show and he was playing a teardrop shaped Vox. i sent you a couple emails asking about it but i know you can't read them all. so i looked it up on duck duck go and found it. weird guitar. i thought it was a 12 string lute when i first saw it.. check out the video of it.

[@piersonmiller68]

I totally agree that Eight Miles High should be number one. Probably my most favorite 12 string song.

[@stevenkarnisky411]

Very nice!411

[@haileyblogsandmore16]

Glad to see The Animals on here! 411

[@thepnkflyd]

You need to do a video and lesson for Crystal Ball by Styx! 😎🤘🎸

[@enerbonn2084]

Just curious, can you djent? lol, nice video 411

[@yellowcat1310]

and again. takes me a minute. i finally say the links in the playlist in the description 411

[@johnhogan9200]

What about early Genesis ?

[@AngloCelt88]

Mark you look like an extra for Inside Llewellyn Davis. (411)

[@roberthudson9942]

#38

[@roberthudson9942]

I liked all of those but "Ticket to ride and Stairway" win hands down "411"

[@thechuckster6838]

Dude, keep the Rickenbacker and sell everything else.

[@jimrowe782]

I don’t know how stairway didn’t make it to the top three. But then it’s a tossup between stairway and hard days night. #411.

[@johnnymacellister9286]

I love Playing stairway to heaven I love that song but I have only a 6 string guitar so it doesn't sounds too good and also it's soo sad my little sister broke my guitar 😒 and now I just missed the sound and moving my fingers 😭