New builds. LP special... 60s strat.

Thought this might be a fun question with maybe some surprising answers. What's the most unusual place you've ever played the guitar? For me it was in the forecastle of an aircraft carrier.

If you could magically acquire the ability of any guitarist—past or present—whose ability would you take? I'm thinking we might find some awesome guitarists we're not familiar with to check out. Even if they're famous, they may not play in a genre we don't listen to. I'm leaning toward Stevie Ray Vaughn.

Last week you all brought the heat with product ideas! Seriously, this is exactly what makes this community different. Thank you to everyone who contributed. We took everything, cleaned it up, and ranked the ideas based on: The 6 P’s of a perfect product & real-world feasibility. Now I need your help to lock in what we build next. 👉 Comment your TOP 3 ideas using the numbers below. Example: 2, 10, 15 Important: Start your comment with the numbers so we can easily track what’s most popular across the group. If you want to explain your picks, feel free to elaborate, but comment the first 3 numbers at the beginning followed by your explanation/analysis. 🏆 Omni Community Product Ideas (Ranked) 🟢 Top Tier (Best Opportunities) 1.) Modular Pedal Power Cable – Add/remove power splits to eliminate cable clutter 2.) Universal Pedal Mount System – Secure, quick-swap alternative to Velcro 3.) Pick Wristband Holder – Wearable pick holder for easy access while playing 4.) Amp Sim DI + Headphone Pedal – Clean DI with headphone out for silent/amp-less rigs 5.) Pedalboard Utility Hub – Multi-function pedal (tuner, buffer, mute, DI, headphone) 🟡 Strong Ideas (But More Complex or Niche) 6.) Multi-Transmitter Wireless Hub – One receiver, multiple guitars, built-in tuner + routing 7.) All-in-One Smart Pedalboard – Board with built-in power, tuner, and routing 8.) Modular Pedal Power Supply System – Customizable voltage/current outputs 9.) Affordable Wireless IEM System – Budget in-ear monitoring for small gigs 10.) Wireless Receiver + Built-In Tuner – Combine two pedalboard essentials 11.) High Gain Pedal with Noise Gate – Distortion pedal with built-in noise suppression 12.) Intonation Measuring Tool – Setup ruler based on string gauge 13.) Guitar Travel Mount (Car Mount) – Secure holder for transporting guitars in vehicles 🟠 Niche / Early-Stage Ideas 14.) Cable Durability Upgrade – Longer-lasting instrument cables 15.) Pedalboard Cable Organizer System – Cleaner routing and cable management

Due to my recent injuries in my hands from the auto accident, I’ve been wondering what do all of you do to loosen up strengthen and work with your hands or fingers when you’re not playing guitar to make them better? Give me some ideas of things I can do to help restrengthen my fingers. I tried playing three songs today and they hurt worse than I’ve ever experienced playing guitar!