Okay... So I have been contemplating about this for while now As much as my beloved Yamaha Pacifica is my first guitar The truth is.. It can't do the stuff I want it to do )= If you guys know me.. I actually love guitar because of certain influences Influences like Avenged Sevenfold, Sum41, They make us of distortion, harmonic pinches Heavy metals stuff, shredding, solo-ing Melodic Lead, such as Neil Zaza, Slash(okay he is pretty heavy), Jerry C, Funtwo Yeah those are the type of music (that guitars can make) that I like I don't mind the occasional Blues, and Jazz as well
And finally, I have made my decision I'm going to take shredding, solo classes (after my exams of course.. oh that glorious-exam-free-moment) And knowing that my current Pacifica can't actually handle that type of sound I decided to ask around and make some inquiries
It all started when I saw this post on LYN K so from that post, I got to his blogshop And I saw this post Well this deadeyes guy don't post his prices online Perhaps maybe to give a better offer? I don't know.. That is his business lol
So anyhow.. I got pretty interested with the Ibanez GRX70DXj Jumpstart Kit It comes with everything you need to start playing! I dropped him an email asking for the price Well actually I sorta gave up already I thought the price would somehow exceed RM1k (beyond my budget) At that time I was thinking of second hand guitars (of course quality ones la) Being an Ibanez I know it's quality wont go much wrong I dropped him an email stating that I was interested And that I have a budget, And (Possibly the turning point) told him what sort of music style I was into
He replied me stating the price for the Jump start kit was actually only GUESS! . . . . . RM 8xx (I x-ed out the figure because I'm not sure if he wants everybody to know the price) *boy I was excited at the figure Even if it was just a jumpstart kit ( Ibanez guitars won't go wrong )
If you want one.. go to that link and drop him a comment Don't bring out my name please (= Not only that, he told me to give him my budget He would try to find a good shredding/heavy jam type guitar which suits that budget range I mean wow... I thought uh okay.. heck pretty good.. I'll just give him my budget (which was between RM700-RM800)
That and he replied with this 2 models An Ibanez GRG170DX, And An Epiphone Les Paul Special II Needless to say I googled those models immediately He told me the Ibanez would be good for shredding The Les Paul would better for heavy stuff/and shredding to a certain extent Needless to say the Les Paul was more expensive (= By RM50.. (and that gap has since closed.. to how much I won't tell) (lets just say I'm pretty happy with the figure) -Still within the RM700 range tho-
The Ibanez grg170dx (actually looks better IMO.. more rockish) Very Strat-like Too bad he has no black or white (the color influenced me a little too)
The Epiphone Les Paul Special II Doesn't look too bad actually Very solid (according to reviews)
White Out Of Stock FML .________.
Long story short Reviews Reviews and more Reviews *lotsa good reviews for the LP..for that price range.. unbeatable so they say Seeking opinions from two friends (I know I should have asked some one more pro =p but meh) In the end I opt to go with the Les Paul (Although I do hope the Special II GT was more affordable )
And I have since bank in the RM100 deposit (yes only RM100!) This is my first time doing this online Pretty nervous I shall tell you if this turns out good If not.. its an expensive lesson But at the moment.. everything seems good Legit? Yes
Again, if I have the option, I'd recommend for you to go to the shop personally Test out the guitar for yourself (not that I'm not going to but I mean.. its safer sorta) C.O.D will be this Saturday I can pay the balance once I'm happy with the guitar and all *I'll let you know if he is a good seller or not when I get my guitar (=
Will write a review on the Les Paul another day As for now..
List of things to do!
1) The Guitar 2) Finish the bloody Exam 3) Enroll into a short term shredding/solo class 4) Get a DS-7 or something similar Pedal 5) Mod the guitar a little (lower bridge/strings etc)
Next: Review of the Epiphone Les Paul Special II
*I bet my parents will personally strangle me after reading this ** I hope not to the point of death .__________.
p.s- If you're wondering why I don't just go for that jump start kit? That's because 1) It is a beginners guitar (sucky pickup etc) 2) Won't handle much more rock stuff than my Pacifista (also a starters guitar) *well it would handle it better than the Pacifista of course *so if you guys are new to this, and interested, I'd say go for this package 3) Reviews put the Ibanez grg170dx and the Epiphone LP SP II to be more of a advanced/starter player.. (1st leap into serious jamming crap)
More or less that (= Love the Les Paul reviews btw Everything I saw, read, heard even sounds solid and good Maybe won't be that when it's in my hands But hey I'm learning =D
Package includes: * iPod shuffle 4GB * Apple Earphones with Remote (no mic) * iPod shuffle USB cable * Quick Start guide
Price: RM 260 (or best price..still can nego.. we slowly nego)RM250 Firm (already reduced price lol) Outside Price = RM299 (not yet taxed I think)
Warranty: "Every iPod comes with complimentary, single-incident telephone technical support within 90 days of your iPod purchase. In addition, your iPod, its rechargeable battery, and all included accessories are covered against defects for one year from the original purchase date by a limited hardware warranty." *This is taken from their website... *
Therefore this iPod Shuffle should have AT LEAST:
*60 more days of single Telephone Tech Support *About 11 months of limited hardware warranty from Apple itself
Apple Care Protection Plan (different from the warranty) Can be bought at Apple Store
Dealing method:COD in KL/Cheras/Sri Petaling Only (or if you have a specific place depends where.. will try make it happen ^^)
Location of seller:KL
Contact method/details:SMS 016-6200360 (serious buyers only thank you ) (Or leave a comment/msg at the side cbox)
Age of item:1 month max if not less Reason for sale:Free Gift from Maxis after my mum bought an iPhone -___- Do not need another IPod Shuffle
Piccies!
Bundle Guide book Remote (no mic) attached to earphones
Shiny Silver
So what are you guys waiting for? This iPod Shuffle is waiting for you! Hurry =D p/s- pictures taken with Canon Digital Ixus 75
(I still think the images are very nice for such an old model) Canon Ixus FTW!
How can we fake this anymore? (anymore) We turn our backs away and choose to just ignore (choose to just ignore) (Some Say) Some say it's ignorance It makes me feel some innocence (some Say)It takes away a part of me But I won't let go,
Tell me,why can't you see it's not the way (not the way) When we all fall down it will be too late Why is there no reason we can't change? (No Reason) When we all fall down who will take the blame Who will it take
So yeah.... She said she "hates" me For what? . .. ... .... ..... ...... ..... .... ... .. .
For not replying her comments on Facebook
Okay.. When I become the president I shall ban Facebook ONCE and for ALL!
Facebook is an ultimate waste of time I'm telling you guys -_- Facebook is also an ultimate ruin-er of life Let me give you an example
You certainly do not want that do you?
Or what about this?
Now can you see how Facebook-ing can get out of hand?
What if the President of the United States wakes up one day Finds out that the President of Russia did not add him on Facebook? Maybe President Obama will say something like
"I'm gonna nuke Russia because the president did not add me on FB" Disaster! World War 3 started Facebook style!
And this Southpark Video confirms what I want to say
And here comes Mr. Sore Throat To Make My Day Oh while you're at it tormenting me Why not add a dash of the flu and cough as well Don't forget the dry lips on the way out yo
Finally feeling better.. Managed to get food into my system Thanks to my parents and baby girl for the support
from the period of my last post to this post Those days were hell Really....
Can't wait to get back on track with my studies 3 more weeks till finals And I have an uphill battle to gain a 60 % average I have to do this Wish me luck
Temperatures reach 39.5 degrees this afternoon Yesterday whole body was aching Today my taste buds died on me And I'm feeling hungry after 1 whole day without food )=
Not to mention I have class from 1-6 tomorrow 1 essay on Mortgages not done.. fml
We now have 2! Yes 2! * ** *** ** * Ok ok.. 2 what?
We now have 2 piece of Legislation Which allows the Police to detain us without trial Awesome or not?
Consider this..
You were walking down the streets one fine day The weather is fine The day is bright and good You've just won Rm200 from the local radio station Your girlfriend bought you lunch And then suddenly 2 men approaches you
As they approach You suddenly felt a sense of uneasiness Something was about to happen Something big..
As you hasten your steps You noticed that they too had hasten theirs "What the hell?" You think to yourself Suddenly their hurried steps broke into a sprint RIGHT AT YOU!
They ram you to the ground Handcuffed you And told you that you are under arrest for suspected drug possession Back at the station You are denied of your basic human rights No right to legal aid, denied access to a lawyer You're told that
i) You are under remand for 60 days ii) After 60 days, the remand can be extended to 2 years!
*WHAT THE BLEEP?* 2 Friggin Years? WTH?
iii) And after 2 years... It can be extended AFTER
Bear in mind that it can happen EVEN IF the police has NOT a single proof and You won't get to defend yourself in the court of law
How would you like that? __________________________ No this ain't no April Fools Joke.. This is real... The 2 pieces of legislation are;
1) The infamous ISA 2) The Dangerous Drugs (Special Preventive Measures) Act 1985
And no its not some far fetched story It COULD happen to you! It could be that there is someone with connections with the police out to set you up Total bullshit eh? Without further ado Here is an article from Artharun
Most of you may have read that Azean Irdawaty's son, Benjy, was recently arrested for apparently in possession of 800grams of cocaine, and 140grams of methamphetamine. If true, that would make him a presumed trafficker under our law. The death sentence would be staring at his face.
However, they only charged him with being in possession of 0.24grams of metaphetamine. What happened to the 800 grams of cocaine? And 139.76 grams of metaphetamine which he supposedly have?
To top it up, today, the Star reported that the "powder" found was not cocaine after all!
After bail was granted, he was re-arrested under the Dangerous Drugs (Special Preventive Measures) Act 1985. This Act is the drug version of the ISA. It allows detention without trial.
On March 11th, he was arrested at his apartment's parking lot in Segambut. Police brought him to an apartment he rented in Kepong, and after entering, claimed that in that residence, he possessed 800grams of cocaine, and 140grams of methamphetamine, and accused him of processing and trafficking, putting him under the risk of being charged under Section 39B, which carries the death penalty.
On March 12th he was remanded for 7 days. When my parents inquired if we can engage a lawyer, the Investigation Officer told us "No need".
On March 17th, after our family waited more than an hour, we were allowed to see him for the very first time, under supervision.
Again my mother asked if we should get him a lawyer, again the I.O advised against it, claiming "Lawyer tak boleh buat apa-apa sekarang. Buang duit je. (Lawyer can't do anything now. It's simply a waste of money)."
On March 18th, his remand was extended another 7 days. The magistrate inquired why there was no lawyer present for him, and whether he was made aware he had the right to a counsel of his choice. He replied "No." Therefore, he requested for one, and only nine hours later, did the I.O call to inform my mother, who promptly engaged Amer Hamzah Arshad. But the very next day, the police used their Executive authority under Section 28A that vetoed his right to a counsel. All requests made by our lawyer to visit him was denied.
Only after we complained to SUHAKAM, did the police allow Amer to visit him.
On the last day of his remand. After the investigations were concluded. For only 15 minutes.
On March 25th, he was brought to court, and charged under Section 12(2) for possession of 0.24grams of metaphetamin in his Segambut residence. Nothing the police claimed they found in the Kepong residence, the cocaine and shabu that was "already packaged to be distributed" or the so called "cocaine processing mini-lab" was brought to court.
Because there WAS none.
He was released on bail. A trial date was set. He was so close to being free, and seeing his 4 year old son again.
But as he was signing the papers of his release, the Plainclothes were outside waiting.
Not two steps after he came out of the bail department, without any explanation, they re-arrested him. Amer was restrained from protecting him, and only after Amer repeatedly asked them to show their I.D, did they do so. Still, no explanation was given to the family. We were merely told to go to the Headquarters and speak to Inspector Kang. The same guy who claimed my brother possessed the cocaine they NEVER found.
He never saw us, he was "in a meeting." He wasn't too occupied to give the press a statement, but was unavailable to see us.
We were told by the new I.O for this case, and the DSP (the guy who signed the papers denying my brother the right to a counsel) that they are detaining him for 60 days under the Special Preventive Measures Act (LPK), after which, they could further detain him for 2 years if found guilty.
Guilty according to THEM. For under this act, it is a detention without trial, like the Internal Security Act. Any information gathered from "witnesses" and "investigations" will never be disclosed to him or his lawyer, or the court. He will also not be able to defend himself against any allegations. Under this act, he will never have his day in court.
On March 25th, my brother, Ben, was denied his Constitutional rights.
For 2 weeks, our family went through hell. Sleepless nights, press waiting outside our door, Ben had asthma attacks after the police delayed themselves in acquiring the requested medication for 3 days, Mama, who is a cancer patient herself, suffered chest pains and lost her voice.
We felt it was all worth it, for we would be able to have him back.
But now, a new nightmare has begun.
Whether or not Ben is guilty, should not be for the Police to decide. If they HAD the evidence to strengthen their warrant for re-arrest, why was it not brought to court? Why is Ben not given a chance to defend himself? How can we ever know the authenticity of these so called witnesses and their statements? If there were ANY to begin with?
Under this act, I could simply be caught for any crimes of drug offences the police accuse me of, because they can claim they have enough information (even if they have absolutely nothing) and detain me. For 60 days, for 2 years, and even EXTEND it after.
Acts like this and the ISA are licenses for ARBITRARY arrest and detention. Anytime. Anywhere. Anybody.
My family and Amer will not back down. We will fight for Ben's right. We will speak up for all of those who were silenced before us, who will be silenced hereafter.
But we seek your help. In any way at all, help us fight this. Re-post this, write on your blogs, write to your local representative, to our newspapers, and together we shall use our voice, our art, our space, to stand up not just for Ben, but for all our rights.
Liberty is a Constitutional right. It's time to get it back.
I have said it many times and I will say it again. Detention without trial is inhuman, unjust and is an affront to civil society. It causes more damage than the damage which it is designed to avert.
And it breeds abuse. And laziness on the part of our authorities. Why bother to investigate when the so called "bad guys" could be detained without trial?
The above story is but ONE of the thousands of untold stories about detention without trials.
It is but ONE of the agony, anguish and anger which is felt about this utterly uncivilised affront to fundamental liberties.
Do you all want this to happen to you or one of your family members?
Unlucky Friday Black Friday Whatever Those Kinda Fridays Do NOT Exist
The only Friday which exists Is
Good Friday
Remember God's Love Remember How He Had Poured It Out Unconditionally For Each Of Us That We Might Be Saved From The Bondage Of Sin
Happy Impending Easter For He Has Risen!
I keep sinning and sinning And each time I look back God is there all the time Arms extended That is when I turn and ran back to him This scenario repeats How I long to stay clean Easier said than done The mind is willing The flesh is weak
Remote (no mic) attached to earphones
Shiny Silver
p/s- pictures taken with Canon Digital Ixus 75
