Rocksmith

[SuperBowlNachos]

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rocksmith

Has anyone played this? I saw a commercial for it today. I've picked up the guitar a few times and gotten as far as learning the chords, but I always just got to busy. Maybe if I invested money into it I would get more motivated. Having an interactive teacher would help too. Just need to find a cheap electric acoustic.

Can a mod change the title so that (360, Ps3, PC) is included?

[DoomsDayD1978]

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Bought it this week and I love it. I started taking lessons last year and considering the pace at which the lessons moved and the amount of money spent, this game is a MUCH better investment for me at least. I can learn at my own pace and the mini-games have helped me immensely in learning how to move from fret to fret.

I'm using the single note option for starters and then working my way into chords.

[SuperBowlNachos]

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I'm really considering getting this if I can find it a little cheaper around black Friday or Christmas. Hate that they felt the need to charge an extra $20 for a cable that probably cost $3 to make.

I'll let you guinea pig it until then . One thing I don't want is to be able to eventually get decent on the game, but then not translate it into jamming in my garage.

[Skyboxer]

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I'm really considering getting this if I can find it a little cheaper around black Friday or Christmas. Hate that they felt the need to charge an extra $20 for a cable that probably cost $3 to make.

I'll let you guinea pig it until then . One thing I don't want is to be able to eventually get decent on the game, but then not translate it into jamming in my garage.

Also looking to pick this up around Black Friday or Christmas

[DoomsDayD1978]

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I'm really considering getting this if I can find it a little cheaper around black Friday or Christmas. Hate that they felt the need to charge an extra $20 for a cable that probably cost $3 to make.

I'll let you guinea pig it until then . One thing I don't want is to be able to eventually get decent on the game, but then not translate it into jamming in my garage.

LOL... see that's the thing, you do actually learn how to play the guitar with this game. It's not like Guitar Hero and Rock Band where you master a song on expert and STILL have no idea how to play a real guitar....lol...once you master something on this game, you have a pretty good handle on how to play the guitar. Heck, the game actually tunes the guitar for you at each startup and periodically during the game. Once you master a song the game puts you in Master mode where you get to try your hands at playing songs without the prompts telling you which strings/frets/chords to hit. Considering what I've spent/wasted on actual lessons without getting past learning how to play a few chords, I've already gotten a return on my investment.

Funny thing is, I was actually making plans to sell my guitar on Ebay since I refused to endure the snails pace of lessons plus the waste of money. Then I saw the commercial on TV late one night and thought, what the hell?

[SuperBowlNachos]

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I know that. I still need to be convinced that I will be able to play guitar and it doesn't just teach you your cliche guitar songs.

[Hooe]

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I've heard so many different opinions on this game that I'm not sure what to make of it. The concept is intriguing, though.

[1Rose]

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I remember when the first Guitar Hero came out, I said, god I wish they would make a game with a real guitar.

Finally, my prayers have been answered lol Haven't bought it yet, but if I keep hearing the reviews I have been, I will definitely be investing in it. I already play the piano, would love to learn the guitar as well.

[DoomsDayD1978]

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I know that. I still need to be convinced that I will be able to play guitar and it doesn't just teach you your cliche guitar songs.

That's what I was trying to explain, it actually teaches you how to play the guitar. There are many other modes within the game that deal directly with teaching you how to play the guitar. The Rock Band/Guitar Hero style mode in the game is just there for added enjoyment IMO.

[Jonsco28]

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Bought it this week and I love it. I started taking lessons last year and considering the pace at which the lessons moved and the amount of money spent, this game is a MUCH better investment for me at least. I can learn at my own pace and the mini-games have helped me immensely in learning how to move from fret to fret.

I'm using the single note option for starters and then working my way into chords.

You sound like you are where I am at right now as well. I started playing about a year ago. I didn't take lessons, though. I've been learning through some great online material.

I like Rockband 3, but if you are truly interested in learning guitar and having fun doing it, Rocksmith is great. I was hesitant to buy it as well because I had read some questionable reviews, but I am very glad I purchased it. It is not anything like Rockband 3. I love that when you are playing the song, tutorials, games, whatever...you hear what YOU play, not what the game has pre-programmed on it's sound track. There are no 'plinks and clanks' when you miss; you hear what you play - good or bad. That's extremely helpful and very satisfying when you do it right. I found the Squire for Rockband 3 as tough to play, so love being able to use my 'real' guitar. The dynamic difficulty is fantastic.

I was also skeptical about the arcade games, but they are very addicting and do help with developing your guitar skills.

If you are expecting and wanting something like Rockband, you won't find that in Rocksmith. It is not a party game. I wouldn't recommend Rocksmith as a stand-alone to learning the guitar, but it is a great supplemental tool and it's a fun way to add to your learning experience.

[SuperBowlNachos]

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I think I am almost sold. Hope I can find it for a little cheaper near black friday.

Is anyone using an electric acoustic? I have one of those, but could pick up a little POS electric at a pawn shop if I needed to.

[mgoblue]

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All the reviews I've read say that the lag between playing a note and hearing it on the tv is pretty annoying. Just FYI.

[Jonsco28]

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All the reviews I've read say that the lag between playing a note and hearing it on the tv is pretty annoying. Just FYI.

I don't think it's that noticeable. I am using analog audio as they recommend.

[SuperBowlNachos]

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Guess I will use an acoustic that way I don't have to rely on the TV.

[DoomsDayD1978]

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I don't think it's that noticeable. I am using analog audio as they recommend.

I would tend to agree...the lag is hardly noticeable to me.

I would also agree with you on the fact that this game alone is not a true replacement for learning how to fully play the guitar, but works VERY well as a supplement.

I'm using Justinguitar.com for my online lessons and this game works well with what I learn from that site. Learning the chords and progressions through traditional lessons is one thing, but having this game gives you that extra music element to break the monotony.