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DisgruntledPorcupine 
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 19:07 |
I previously made a poll to see who prefers David Gilmour or Jimmy Page. A few people made a good point in saying that there would be a DG bias since he is prog and Page is not. So this time, I am asking your opinion for two prog guitarists. Hopefully this one is a little closer.
Also, at least attempt to keep this a calm poll. There were several cellars full of whine in the other one.
Edited by DT-PT - May 29 2010 at 19:15
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A Person
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 19:08 |
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I prefer Gilmour, I don't connect with Fripp as well, but he is equally awesome.
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Triceratopsoil
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 19:10 |
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I like the one whose hair looked better in 1972
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Zombywoof
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 19:44 |
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Fripp; simply one of the most innovative and original guitarists I've ever heard.
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Morningrise
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 19:46 |
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mmmm...hard to choose, but Fripp.
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The Quiet One
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 19:54 |
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Both "geniuses" in their own guitar style, however I prefer more one guitar style to the other, and that's Gilmour's style which I prefer.
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WalterDigsTunes
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 20:05 |
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I've said it once and I'll repeat it again: I like guitarists that actually take the time to play more than one guitar note every 18 seconds. Gilmour is nothing but a narcolepsy-inducing joke.
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Hox
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 20:56 |
 WalterDigsTunes wrote:
I've said it once and I'll repeat it again: I like guitarists that actually take the time to play more than one guitar note every 18 seconds. Gilmour is nothing but a narcolepsy-inducing joke.
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Logan
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 21:24 |
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Fripp, no question. I find him to be a far more interesting guitarist.
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Zebedee
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 21:41 |
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Fripp for being one of the most innovative guitarists.
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Friendship is like wetting your pants: everyone can see it, but only you can feel its warmth.
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DisgruntledPorcupine
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 21:55 |
^^Your sig made me flick my screen. 
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Man With Hat
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 21:58 |
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Fripp.
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UndercoverBoy
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 22:06 |
Gilmour is good, but Fripp is my all-time favorite guitarist. The moment I see his name, my immediate reaction is to vote for him.
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Ivan_Melgar_M
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 22:20 |
Even when I'm going to loose, I don't like Fripp's music, don't consider him a genius and don't like him as a person.
So my vote goes for Dave Gilmour.
Iván
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rogerthat
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 22:29 |
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Tough poll. As far as using guitar as a compositional device goes, Fripp is light years ahead. But if I have to compare their guitar playing, Gilmour has great feel, lovely tone and lovely bends. I like Fripp's guitarwork for the context in which he uses it but I could listen to almost any Gilmour guitar because it sounds great. Gilmour for me. I wouldn't even say Gilmour is a better guitar player than Fripp,no way, but it's just more appealing to the senses.
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Dellinger
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 22:46 |
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I do understand Fripp is a better guitar player, more versatile, more intellectual, more idealistic, etc. However, in the end, I like better Gilmour's guitar playing. This time he will certainly loose, anyway, but I vote for him.
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Eli
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Posted: May 29 2010 at 23:41 |
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It is not right comparing the two.Both were pioneers, were part of legedary band and have world wide recognition. Both had signature guitar sound that you know it is them when you hear the first note. Both were ground breaking musically.
Even though, I voted for Fripp b/c he is a little better...
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EatThatPhonebook
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Posted: May 30 2010 at 00:57 |
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I guess I prefer Gilmour, but Fripp is also one of my favorite musicians.
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Synchestra
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Posted: May 30 2010 at 05:14 |
UndercoverBoy wrote:
Gilmour is good, but Fripp is my all-time favorite guitarist. The moment I see his name, my immediate reaction is to vote for him. |
Are you sure you're not just saying that because.. Hes watching you? 
I'm not sure of my vote... Both are good. Gilmours solos are engaging, while Fripps arguably invented prog, and by all means at least made a massive contribution
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Malve87
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Posted: May 30 2010 at 05:48 |
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Gilmour no doubt about it
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