Scarborough Fair on Rickenbacker 360-12 by Buddy Clontz

[twezzo99]

This is almost absolutely unbelievable. Makes my hair stand up for sure.....Thanks a lot for sharing!

[twezzo99]

This is pure magic... a hairraising experience really! Up there with my all-time favou-

rites... I had to watch it twice to believe what I´d just heard. WOW!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks a lot!!!!

[BuddyClontz]

@twezzo99 Thank you!

[yoviazeuncorral]

wow amazing plays, i love this guitar is clasic style and best sound, with telecaster and stratocaster

[TheAotearoavillan]

Mr Clontz I salute you for making the most beautiful sound on the most beautiful guitar ever made. A great performance, as are your others, but this one I could listen to more (even than the original) thanks to the gorgeous Ric and your arrangement. Thank you for posting.

[BuddyClontz]

@TheAotearoavillan Thank you!

[invictorium]

that's incredible, is that the natural tone of the ric? or are you using effects here? thanks

[BuddyClontz]

@invictorium This is the natural tone of the Rickenbacker 12-string with compresssion. I did use a chorus on the "second half" just to give it a slightly different sound for that part. Thanks for watching!

[invictorium]

@BuddyClontz honestly, the first part is phenomenal, especially since its just the natural tone. thanks for the reply.

[BuddyClontz]

@invictorium Thanks!

[laneatlileden]

Im new to the 12 string and my ric still sounds not rite when i tune all the strings in 440.Is there a string thats tuned in an octave different? I cant find the jangle sound.If anybody knows what Im doing wrong I would appreciate the advise.Thanks!

[WilburyVision]

Buddy - I wanna come round , roll a big fat joint and lie on the sofa of your music room while you play tunes like this for a few hours :)

[RzRbZl]

@WilburyVision meee to

[eliasDK]

WOWOWOW!!!!! this is such an amazing .... sound and perfomance and guitar!!!!

do you play it as the original, or are you adding a magical spice to it?

[OrgodemirDQ7]

I've always wanted to lear to finger pick, specifically different rythems like you can. I have no idea how though. I've been playing for 5 years but I play electric and acoustic with a pick. Any advice for a newcomer to the style?

[BuddyClontz]

@OrgodemirDQ7 All I can say is just sit down with the guitar and work at it. I am not a very good finger picker because I've never practised the technique much. I play mostly with a pick. I need to practice myself!

[OrgodemirDQ7]

@BuddyClontz Yeah, I don't wanna sound like I'm bragging, but I'm very good at electric and acoustic with a pick lol. I can listen to just about anything and play it from ear, but dear God, I can't keep up with fingerpicking to save my life! lol.

[ruffdraft07]

Paul Simon's basic arrangement...It has me imagining if the Byrds put this on the Turn, Turn, Turn album...Awesome way to work BC!!!!

[BuddyClontz]

@ruffdraft07 Thanks!

[hnksnw]

Yeah, that 12 string Rickenbacker ads something to it.

[fenderosa]

Sounds great.

[lakarvorie]

just great

[theivory1]

Great sound. I wish I had one of those guitars.

[porschefan17]

This sounds great

[porschefan17]

I actually think this sounds better the way you played it on a Rickenbacker than on a regular guitar like the original version

[BuddyClontz]

Thank you! -BC

[stringslayer]

Jingle, Jangle :) Sounds brilliant dude, love to try one of these guitars.

[StigOHarrison]

That was great Buddy, beautiful picking. That song sounds brilliant on a Rick 12 string.

[BuddyClontz]

Thank You! -BC

[forestghost7]

hi BC - well, I remember why I put the '66 away in frustration years ago .. agggh theyre a PAIN to work on! Broken petrified p/u wires ( 3 hrs soldering and reassembling), the new $150 Ed Roman 12- saddle bridge didnt fit the baseplate ( 2 hrs with a dremeltool), 2 hrs to string it, and it PLAYS!!! this is all your fault LOL! now- another 8 hrs setup and intonate and it'll be ok hehe. I'll try post a clip when its sorted out - thanks for inspiring me!! (its still your fault ) :) Marc

[BuddyClontz]

Good deal Mark! I hope to see your video soon. When you get totally frustrated with it...just send the guitar over to me. Speaking of Ed Roman...I purchased the Fireglow 360-12 in this video from Ed about 9-10 years ago and it is a great guitar. -BC

[forestghost7]

hey Buddy thanks for these posts - I swear this weekend my 1966 360-12 (Fireglo, disassembled for years) is comin back together and gonna get PLAYED!

[forestghost7]

thanks for these posts Buddy! I swear this weekend my '66 360-12 (disassembled for years) is comin back together and gonna get played! You're the inspiration!

[BuddyClontz]

Thank you...and when you get finished with it, you can send it over to me and I'll play it some more! :-) -BC

[STinBV]

Are you using finger picks?

Great to watch these classic songs being played...SO WELL!

THX! -STinBV

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! Fingers...but no picks on this one. -BC

[ual10]

Good stuff...well done.

If I had Rickenbackers I would get a VOX amp for the British Rock sound. You got some nice gear.

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! -BC

[Bassplyr1470]

You're really good i know its difficult to get that precise but you nailed it. keep it up.

[BuddyClontz]

Thank You! -BC

[Detroitor]

Hi. I am strongly considering a Rick 12-string and came across your video. I think this video moved me to about 99% certainty! I'm going to check out your other vids.

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! Does that mean I get a commision?...LOL Actually, they do take some getting used to because there are 12-strings on a very narrow neck so you have to play very precisely...but with a little practice, you get used to it. The Rickenbacker guitars are things of beauty. They are made very well, with a fit and finish that will rival most any custom shop instrument out there...and absolutely no other guitar will sound like the Ric. -BC

[Barry12string]

Very good. May I ask is that played in standard tuning??

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! Everything I play is in standard tuning! I do NOT tune my 12-strings down a half step like some suggest. I have them tuned to standard tuning because they are designed to handle it. -BC

[JoeyPencils]

excellent stuff!

[BuddyClontz]

Thank You! You do some nice animation yourself! I need to get one of those done with me playing guitar!..LOL -BC

[whatisthenork]

Wow, what a great arrangement of this song! Love your tone and playing-- very cool sound for an old classic. Keep rocking, dude!

[BuddyClontz]

Thank You! -BC

[ProudConfederateSon]

Awesome performance. You play wonderfully.

[BuddyClontz]

Many Thanks! -BC

[ProudConfederateSon]

Wonderful job pal. Nothing can replace the sound of a Ric!!!

[marccomptois0913]

Great performance! Fantastic sound. I noticed an early band pic you once had a Lab L5, my favorite amp for a Rick 12 using loads of compression and reverb. If you still have yours, try hooking it to the Rick-o-sound, then the other side to the Fender, then place that in another room, hallway or stairs. Great results possible. Hope your hand heals soon.

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! Actually, that amp was probably a "Lab clone" of some type and it belonged to a friend of mine who used to play guitar back in the days when I was doing the drumming. My hand is slowly recovering and I hope to keep playing for a long time. -BC

[pistolpeta]

second half sounds better, but i think i like the element of the acoustic for the song better.

very nicely executed though.

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! -BC

[unbridledenthusiasm]

Both your versions sound great. This guitar has a great tone.

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! -BC

[superreverbking]

Hi Buddy.

Still coming back to this great performance of THE classic Paul Simon tune. BTW, I picked up my 2006 Montezuma Brown 370/12 this week. It was custom ordered with toaster tops by the original owner. Rather like a McGuinn model without the onboard compressor.

I have also ordered a Jangle Box compressor!

[BuddyClontz]

Very good! I also have a Montezuma Brown 370 VP with Toasters...and a Monty 360-6 VP with Toasters. That finish is as nice as Rickenbacker has ever produced. You'll really like it in my opinion. I'd like to see some pics of it when you get it.-BC

[superreverbking]

I'll record something in a few days and post it as a video reply

[BuddyClontz]

Looking forward to it! -BC

[acousticplayerjb]

Your playing is inspirational! Youre quite talented, and I hope I can play like you someday!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks for the kind words! -BC

[Bavles9]

Is there anyway to get that signature "glassy" sound from a twelve string other then a ric? I only ask because as a lefty, it's impossible to find one for me, and i love that sound.

[BuddyClontz]

I've never heard any other guitar that really sounded like a Rickenabcker. They do make leftys...just keep an eye out for them. -BC

[superreverbking]

A lovely rendition with a beautiful Ric performance. I have a line on a Ric 370 12 string as I type this!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! I have a Montezuma Brown Rickenbacker 370-12 also...and once in a while, I actually play it. :-) -BC

[superreverbking]

Yes, that is the color of the one I have a deposit one. Are the pickups toaster-tops? They look like yours. I'm a Strat/Tele/Les Paul guy. Don't have much info on the Rics.

[BuddyClontz]

The pickups in my Rickenbacker Guitars are all Toaster Top Vintage Reissue 7.4kOhm pickups which really help with that classic Rickenbacker sound. -BC

[modfather1965]

Buddy - You using finger/thumb picks?

Sounds really cool.

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! I'm just using my fingert tips. No picks at all on this one. -BC

[chuckler1]

I always return to hear you play this. I have not heard anything to match this superb sound here on youtube!! A friend of mine who used to play the folk clubs here in England/Scotland tells me that the folk singer Martin Carthy wrote the song and gave it to Paul Simon. Has anyone else heard this?

[BuddyClontz]

Thank you for your kind words! I think(not sure) that this song(the melody) is very very old...and where the lyrics came from...who knows? At the moment...I am still recovering from an operation on my left hand...so playing is rather painful and difficult for me right now...but I'll be back hopefully!-BC

[chuckler1]

I'm sorry to hear about your hand. I hope it heals quickly and that you will post more excellent playing soon. God has given you an amazing gift!

[BuddyClontz]

Thank You! -BC

[rigamortis25]

this is brilliant!! not to change the subject, but have you ever playe an ESP 8-string?

[BuddyClontz]

Thank You! No, I have never played an 8-string...but I have thought about getting a Mandolin(8-strings) and giving it a try. -BC

[chuckler1]

Glorious sound. Many thanks.

[BuddyClontz]

Thank You! -BC

[bauersnarky]

you must be a proud father of your ricks

[BuddyClontz]

I like the Rics! One of these days I am going to drag out my 370-12VP and do something with it. -BC

[nmlyons24]

I enjoy your playing. I have a question for you though. I am currently looking for Rickenbacker videos so I can see what type of sound they make, and so far it seems to be a very clear trebley sound. Am I right? Or are they more versatile than that?

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! The Ric can sound like anything else for the most part...but nothing else can sound like the Ric! They can sound very warm and full but are best known for that sound that you hear on my videos. Thanks for watching! -BC

[dermot51]

u a johnny marr fan

[BuddyClontz]

I respect his playing ability but I don't consinder myself a fan. I never really listened to The Smiths, etc. very much so I am not a good person to ask about Johnny Marr. -BC

[fanoguitar]

Really nice sound. Always liked the song, and I've always liked the Ric sound. Putting them together is a real treat. Nice guitar collection you have!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! -BC

[ildario77]

Well done, Buddy. I love the Ric sound and this song really shows what this amazing guitar can do. In good hands, of course!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks for watching! -BC

[cdf62]

I can't believe how clear and crisp that sound is. 5/5

[BuddyClontz]

Thank you! -BC

[paulsint]

i like watching your videos-- can't get enough of that ric sound.

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! -BC

[k2msmith]

Great playing on the Ric 12 !!. I have not quite made the transition to fingerstyle yet on my Ric 360/12. Are you fingerpicking with nails or are you using a pick ?

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! I am using my finger tips on this one. No picks and not much in the way of fingernails either...LOL I did use flat picks and a metal finger pick on the "Turn Turn Turn" #2 Short that I recently posted. Check it out and you'll hear the difference. Thanks for watching! -BC

[k2msmith]

Will check that one out. I have the problem with the "G" and hitting the octave string first with my "i" or "m"; I've thought about reversing the strings on the G only to see how that would work. Are you brushing across two strings ? Keep posting those performances.

[M3R41CK]

Do you thing it would be easy to play Beatles songs on the Rickenbacker like George Harrison?

[BuddyClontz]

Sure, that's what most of my videos are with the Rickenbacker guitars. Check them out. -BC

[roby62gtr]

A very.....classy sound.

Bravo!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! -BC

[wade99996]

that song sounds great=) Do you have two of the same guitars or is one a 12 and the other a 6 string?

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! One of the Rickenbackers is a 360-6 and the other is a 360-12...which is the one I am playing in the video. -BC

[chuntoon007]

awsome man!

[dannysmithirocz]

You play well my friend! The notes are ringing out clear and true! Nice instrumental vid cover of this song!

[rraab]

That's great. Picking on a 12 string is no easy task!

[absalom1425]

Especially not easy on the Rick 12!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! That's why I did it...LOL It really was not that difficult though. -BC

[cdf62]

You make that look so easy. ;-)

[Mark2BTR]

Pretty good, Buddy. Thanks for another great video!

Regards Mark.

[CluvVenny]

Really good Buddy! Although my preference would be playing an acoustic 12 string guitar acompanied by a harpsichord.

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! I could do the 12-string acoustic bit but the Harpsichord is beyond my ability...LOL -BC

[CluvVenny]

I'm reall a guitar player, but I've learned to play piano. I own an electronic keyboard which has a variet of different pianos, organs, celeste's and harpsichords and other sounds. I also learned to play some Simon & Garfunkel songs so perhaps I could learn this song on the harpsichord. It will take me awhile though...LOL