Chat GPT on EVH Pickups

[Aceman]

Eddie Van Halen was known for using various pickups throughout his career, so there is no one pickup that can perfectly replicate his guitar tone. However, there are certain pickups that are commonly associated with his sound.

One popular option is the Seymour Duncan JB pickup, which was used in many of Eddie's guitars. This pickup has a high output and a strong midrange, which can help to achieve the same kind of bright and punchy tone that Eddie was known for.

Another pickup that is often associated with Eddie's sound is the DiMarzio Super Distortion. This pickup has a similar high output and midrange emphasis as the JB, but with a slightly different EQ curve that can give it a unique character.

Ultimately, the best way to achieve Eddie's tone is to experiment with different pickups and find the one that works best for you and your playing style. Additionally, other factors such as the type of guitar, amplifier, and effects used can also have a significant impact on your overall tone.


Or this.....


Eddie Van Halen used several different pickups throughout his career, but his most famous pickup was the custom-wound humbucker that he designed himself for his "Frankenstein" guitar. The exact specifications of this pickup are not publicly known, but it is believed to be a high-output pickup with a unique EQ curve that emphasizes the midrange frequencies. In addition to the Frankenstein pickup, Eddie also used pickups from companies like Seymour Duncan and DiMarzio in some of his other guitars, including the JB and the Super Distortion models.

 

[beaubrummels]

Who needs ChatGPT when we have an internet full of 'experts' who like to post about it already?

 

[Aceman]

Yes - but they are not as robotically cold and objective as an AI.

 

[beaubrummels]

Ah, I see. We want to beat a dead horse with cold objectivity. Well, at least that's a novel angle.

 

[Chistopher]

ChatGPT once tried to tell me Hellen Keller was unable to speak, so I'd go easy on it as a research tool

 

[Mincer]

ChatGPT actually sounds more coherent than some of the EVH rantings on some other forums.

 

[AdrianSD]

I wish one day I'll meet ChatGPT girlfriend and ask her (him/them) what their dinners look like. Imagine lining up the dishes in the dishwasher with someone who has an opinion on anything and everything... "So, you reckon Eddie was playing a JB hun, eh?"

 

[Clint 55]

The Bot knows its stuff lol.

 

[Securb]

Who needs ChatGPT when we have an internet full of 'experts' who like to post about it already?

Because...

Internet guitar forums may have some members who are knowledgeable about Eddie Van Halen's guitar pickups, but it is not guaranteed that they are all experts on the subject. Eddie Van Halen's guitar tone and gear are well-known among guitar enthusiasts, and there may be some forum members who have extensively researched and experimented with his pickups. However, it is important to keep in mind that guitar tone is subjective and there are many factors that contribute to it, including playing technique, amp settings, and other gear. Additionally, it is possible that some forum members may have inaccurate or incomplete information about Eddie Van Halen's pickups, so it is important to verify any information you come across with reliable sources. Overall, while internet guitar forums can be a helpful resource for learning about Eddie Van Halen's pickups and gear, it is important to approach the information with a critical eye and do your own research as well.

 

[Clint 55]

Lol!

 

[Aceman]

However, it is important to keep in mind that guitar tone is subjective and there are many factors that contribute to it,

I thought guitar tone was whatever LLL said it was?

 

[Archer250]

It's probably better off if you feed it something first, maybe an article or two

And it will still remind you that "tone is subjective", "the research may be wrong", and other caveats.

 

[Archer250]

HAHAHAH Why does this remind me of some of Ed Roman's ramblings?

Ah, you young whippersnappers, always looking for someone to enlighten you on the most basic of guitar gear knowledge. Well, lucky for you, you've stumbled upon me, the undisputed expert on all things related to Eddie Van Halen's amp and pickups. Sit back, take notes, and prepare to be enlightened by my wisdom.

Now, let's start with the amp. Everyone with even a smidgen of guitar knowledge knows that Eddie used the legendary XTC-1000B amp, handcrafted by Tibetan monks in the hills of Nepal. This bad boy was powered by the rarest Himalayan Yeti tears, giving it a unique, otherworldly sound that no other amp could replicate. If you didn't know that, well, I feel sorry for you, really.

Moving on to the pickups - Eddie's signature guitar, the Frankenstrat, was equipped with none other than the UltraMegaDeathBucker 8000™ pickups. These were made from the melted-down remains of vintage WW2 battleships, giving them unparalleled magnetic properties and the ability to single-handedly win wars (metaphorically, of course). I wouldn't expect a novice like you to understand the intricacies of these pickups, but trust me, they're a game-changer.

Now, you might be tempted to run off and try to get your hands on these mythical pieces of gear. But let me tell you, kid, even if you had the money to buy them (which I highly doubt), you'd never be able to harness their true power. The secret lies not just in the equipment but in the hands of the maestro himself - and that's something you can't buy, no matter how many hours you spend practicing in your mom's basement.

So there you have it, a tiny glimpse into the world of Eddie Van Halen's gear, as explained by yours truly, the ultimate guitar guru. You're welcome.

 

[Blille]

Who needs ChatGPT when we have an internet full of 'experts' who like to post about it already?

What do you think Chat GPT is trained on? All the nonsense we’ve written here throughout the years lol

 

[beaubrummels]

What do you think Chat GPT is trained on? All the nonsense we’ve written here throughout the years lol

Right, which is exactly my point. Don't need a recycler when we have the original to refer to.

 

[Securb]

Right, which is exactly my point. Don't need a recycler when we have the original to refer to.

Not quite a recycler but more of an aggregator.

 

[Aceman]

One that comes to the conclusion "Use a Super Distortion, or a JB"

Which is honestly about as good as any of the tonally OCD with a lot less effort.

 

[larryguitar]

Not quite a recycler but more of an aggregator.

And that's the problem. Imagine all the stuff on the internet that's just flat-out wrong, bat-shit crazy or dangerously out-of-date; these LLP's don't know how to discern those from the truth, and (like Wikipedia) depend on the 'preponderance of the evidence' to reach conclusions. If a million people started writing articles about how EVH famously used an acoustic on his most iconic songs, Chat GPT would happily regurgitate that back at you.

Larry

 

[Securb]

And that's the problem. Imagine all the stuff on the internet that's just flat-out wrong, bat-**** crazy or dangerously out-of-date; these LLP's don't know how to discern those from the truth, and (like Wikipedia) depend on the 'preponderance of the evidence' to reach conclusions. If a million people started writing articles about how EVH famously used an acoustic on his most iconic songs, Chat GPT would happily regurgitate that back at you.

Larry

There are a ton of complex algorithms that grade the data on hundreds of data points. How many pages are linking into the information, what kind of pages are linking into the information, what kind of site is the information being found on - blog, .EDU, news site, how old the information is, what language it is in....the list goes on and on. So if ChatGPT finds information on allergies on the AMA or Mayo Clinic website, it will grade that information higher than the 10-year-old info it finds on a Mommy & Me blog.

So, it is not regurgitating data or simply putting together what it sees as the most common answer.

 

[Blille]

And that's the problem. Imagine all the stuff on the internet that's just flat-out wrong, bat-shit crazy or dangerously out-of-date; these LLP's don't know how to discern those from the truth, and (like Wikipedia) depend on the 'preponderance of the evidence' to reach conclusions. If a million people started writing articles about how EVH famously used an acoustic on his most iconic songs, Chat GPT would happily regurgitate that back at you.

Larry

A model can understand how authoritative a particular source is based on a variety of signals. That particular challenge is fairly similar in traditional web search ranking so that translates well.

That problem can happen but maybe more when there are not a lot of sources. Additionally, unlike traditional search, GenAI can acknowledge that something is mot set in stone and it is just a matter of opinion.


Edit: just saw securb made the same point - you can tell who works in this space lol