"The Kids Are Alright" by The Who - Cover by Buddy Clontz

[Junkpunker21]

There's one modern band that still loves doing these chord changes of D, A, G and such power. It's such a classic combination. Try looking for the song 'See the Light' by Green Day.

[drledsabbath]

What settings do you have on your amp? Like how much gain, how much voice, and how much treble?

[BuddyClontz]

@drledsabbath Generally I set the Bass up at around 8-9, the Mid around 3-4, and the Treble around 7-8.

[drledsabbath]

@BuddyClontz Alright, looks like I'll have to use my Epiphone amp, thanks!

[JohnnyCxviii]

Very cool...tremendous sound. I love it.

[BuddyClontz]

@JohnnyCxviii Thanks!

[ubacam]

which ricenbackers do you like more? the 360s or the smaller miami's or hamburg's ?

[BuddyClontz]

@ubacam I like the 360's better personally.

[Karmeliter1]

finally i know why this classic track sounds so great! fantastic chord work, thank you so much for sharing!

[brandinator22]

the 360 is the best rick guitar

[blabla727]

All your videos are so great and they have really helped me learn the songs. Just out of curiosity how much does a 12-string rickenbaker cost (the kind that George Harrison was given).

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! The Rickenbacker 12-string like the one George Harrison used will probably cost somewhere in the $3000 (US) range now...but I'm only estimating because I have not priced one in a while.

[Verbeke1992]

@blabla727

Around $2-3k (Definitely worth the money though)

If you're looking for something cheaper, I advise you look into a Danelectro 12 string (Personal opinion of course, they're my second choice).

[Bambilicious1251]

This guy is cool as fuck!

[astronomius]

wow, what beautiful notes... thanks, Pete and thanks, Buddy.

[astronomius]

wow. looks like you were having fun. what beautiful notes, they sound good stripped down like that.

thanks, Pete, and thanks, Buddy.

[BuddyClontz]

Thank you!

[fhc24]

Hi Buddy! Great Cover!

Can you answer a question please?

How do you play on the "D" part?

And how is the tuning? Is it the standard tuning or other tuning on the strings?

Thanks a lot!!!

I really like it this video!!!

Regards from Brazil!!!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! The tuning is standard. I'm not sure what you are asking about the "D" part...

[collibosher70]

this is quality , you're the man.

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! -BC

[eamon54]

I was kind of waiting for you to kick the drum kit over and smash the guitar into the amp at the end!!!LOL. It sounded so like Pete Townsend! Only kidding - great rendition

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! I try not to break my equipment. Pete has a bigger budget than me...LOL -BC

[thekillers1293]

Hey Mr. Clontz, I'm trying to get a 12 string sound but i don't have enough money to buy a simulator pedal like the Electro Harmonix POG. How do I get a sound like the one you have in this video????

[BuddyClontz]

This sound is probably only achieved with a Rickenbacker 12-string and some compression. -BC

[Dalgren969]

Buddy, I have seen many of your clips, starting with the "Here comes the sun" 12 string cover and I'd like t thank you for the enjoyment I get listening to you play...

[BuddyClontz]

Thank you very much. -BC

[mhgwest]

Gorgeous tone! Kudos!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! -BC

[bensonhedges100s]

good sounds!!!

[mmoyyerrzz]

on the real,

that was fantastic.

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! -BC

[caesarcerf]

EXCELLENT. GREAT COVE!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! -BC

[po27a]

your playing is fantastic, especially for the last verse, adds a touch of melancholy to the tunes. dear i say better than the original.

[BuddyClontz]

Thank You! -BC

[lighthauskeeper]

Hi there

I own a 360/6 with hi-gain pickups. I was considering swapping over to toasters, what do you think? They are very hard to source - do you have any idea where I can get a pair?

[BuddyClontz]

I would swap the High Gains for the Toasters. I did on all of my Rics that had high gains. Personally, I think the Toasters make a positive difference in the sound. They definitely have more clarity and chime. You can probably order them direct from Rickenbacker. -BC

[lighthauskeeper]

Would you recommend 7.4k in the neck and 12k in the bridge?

[BuddyClontz]

All of my Rickenbackers have the 7.4K scatterwound reissue Toasters in both positions. There is usually some slight variation on the 7.4K figure when you buy these pickups but most will be very close to that figure. -BC

[plattypus21]

how much did that cost you?

[Thomaspwgy]

Love  the Rick!!!!!!!!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks for watching! -BC

[marccomptois0913]

Bravo! I've watched all of your vids and this one's the best. I just love that SOUND. Have you ever tried playing Hendrix on a Rick? I know if I could play Hendrix I would!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! I have actually thought about using the Ric for a few Hendrix tunes just to do them a little differently. -BC

[scoobydoer]

This is sublime guitar playing Buddy!! I'm a monster Who fan, especially the earlier stuff.This is a great example of musical playing. I love the way you play the heavenly E minor7 with a slight spread feel to it. It's all here. The fluidity and majestic feel you show here is quality. I can't stop listening to this over and over! I'm waiting for the ultimate Who song........'I can see for miles.' Tricky one I know with several guitars and slightly more modern recording techniques, but well??

[BuddyClontz]

Thank You! I also like The Who...especially the earlier stuff. "I Can See For Miles"...who knows? It might show up here eventually...LOL Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment. -BC

[ferrarif40]

Do you own any Gretsch guitars? You gotta play some Who's Next with an orange Chet Atkins. : )

[BuddyClontz]

NO Gretsch guitars yet...but I am sure I'll eventually pick up one or two. I just bought another Rickenbacker 370-12VP but I haven't gotten it yet. Too many guitars...too little time to play! -BC

[jasoncsh35]

Excellent piece of guitaring Buddy !

[BuddyClontz]

Thank You! -BC

[drnooky]

Fantastic playing and one of my favourite songs! well played indeed Buddy!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! -BC

[aspinallcp]

Great, buddy!! Have you heard 'so sad about us' by the who and if so could you do a version of it as i think you would do it great and i would like to see it please!!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! I'll have to do some more stuff by The Who. I have always admired their work and in particular I think Pete Townsend is great. -BC

[64mik]

Pretty cool!Do you use different tuning in order to play The Who songs,or it is the usual EBGDAE?Please,answer!!!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks, It's standard tuning. -BC

[whotles]

Awesome! Gotta love early "Who". I like how you played the high chord inversions towards the end.

KEEP THE POSTS COMING!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! -BC

[AirGuitarChampion]

you did this tune justice man. you truely are a legend.

[BuddyClontz]

LOL...Thanks! -BC

[boagieking]

woah that was awesome buddy! pretty dead on

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! -BC

[RockandRollFan1991]

Now, you're really rocking! You sound like you've got everything right. Even though you're playing it on a Ric 6 string, I must admit, it sounds even cooler on a 12-string!

[BuddyClontz]

Thanks! -BC

[Muskif]

Nice and realy cool guitar ! how much did it cost

[BuddyClontz]

Not cheap...LOL -BC

[chuntoon007]

alright!

[BuddyClontz]

LISTED BELOW ARE THE COMMENTS FROM THE ORIGINAL POST OF THIS COVER.

chuntoon007 (14 hours ago) awsome!!

sesstreets (15 hours ago) God that is such a gorgeous sound and what an amazing guitar to go with it. You definitly do it honor.

dannysmithirocz (22 hours ago) Hey Buddy! Great set up and a cool sound! Real nice cover of this Who song! Brings back some great memories!

[BuddyClontz]

LISTED BELOW ARE THE COMMENTS FROM THE ORIGINAL POST OF THIS COVER.

coparpanzeruser (5 hours ago) really nice job as usual. still waiting to hear you resurrect a few on the acoustic 12 :)

bbsb300 (5 hours ago) That's a collectors guitar Wow! ;)

roby62gtr (7 hours ago)Thanks Buddy!

Another ......good vibration!!!

absalom1425 (11 hours ago) Awesome as always Buddy.

[BuddyClontz]

OK Folks...I reposted this one because I think it had a better overall sound quality. Thanks for checking out the videos! -BC