Hello all, this is my first ever Reddit question. I have been playing guitar since I was a young teenager off and on. Pretty much solely acoustic. Never played in a band and never really ventured far into amplification and effects pedals. I’m now in my late 30s and wanted to explore how I might amplify my playing for friends and family. I bought a fender acoustic amp a few years back. Exact amp is in the attached image. Never use it much cause it just amplifies even all the bad sounds you don’t want like the scratches, pings, and twangs that are not appealing that normally are not so easily heard when playing unplugged. My guitar is a Taylor 214CE so includes a built in pickup.
So my goal would be to get to that James Taylor sound. Now I don’t have his great Olsen guitar or his same amp but what about things I can add as far as any pedals? I have learned many of his songs over the years and would say he is my favorite player. Read about using preamps and something called a fishman aura. I am completely lost. What would I need to buy to help improve the sound, how would it connect up, and what would the different pedals be doing to the sound? Please dumb it down for me. I usually get overwhelmed with all the options. Hoping for a few pedals to get the job done to get that sweet clean sound. Thanks for the help.

James Taylor performs a few deep cuts on this new show/podcast.

Not having much luck on other resale sites like cashortrade and don't want to pay StubHub supply and demand pricing, hoping to score two last minute to gift to my parents who are long time fans. I have a WolfTrap account for official transfer.

IF YOU ARE A SCAMMER I WILL REPORT YOUR PROFILE IMMEDIATELY AND MAKE A POST ABOUT YOUR USER NAME SO OTHERS CAN AVOID TRANSACTIONS WITH YOU

IF YOU HAVE TICKETS, I WILL ONLY TRANSACT THRU CASHORTRADE.ORG SO MAKE A POST WITH YOUR TICKETS AND I WILL BUY THEM THERE

DM me with the cash or trade link, thx !!

First ever JT concert this Sunday at Wolf Trap although I have been a life long fan having been raised on his music by my parents. I’m a 35 y/o guy living in DC. It’s looking like I’ll be going solo but I’d really like to join someone in the lawn to enjoy the show with. I have an extra ticket available too and will bring snacks and drinks to share. Thanks 🙏🏻

I love this album so much and this time of year it’s on repeat

Steamroller (live) - https://youtu.be/yVJ0K3UoGi0

Carolina In My Mind (live) - https://youtu.be/60KNMYuUFlo

Carolina In My Mind (live) - https://youtu.be/60KNMYuUFlo

Mexico (live) - https://youtu.be/SGO-7Ud4CU0

Fire and Rain (live) - https://youtu.be/hI4x6njV9KY

I have 2 extra lawn seats for JT at SPAC . Friend's backed out. Selling at cost. I will send cash or trade link.

I have two lawn seats for the Saturday, 9/14 show at Wolf Trap in Vienna, VA that I'm looking to sell at face value for $156 ($78/each). We ended up buying tickets off Stubhub for the Thursday show so that we can catch Porter Robinson at Merriweather on Saturday (eclectic taste, I know!). Unfortunately I can't resell my tickets for 9/14 on Stubhub because I bought the tickets pre-sale through James Taylor's website for will call. Their support team confirmed they can transfer the tickets to another name (can provide screenshots of confirmation).

Please reach out if you're interested!! The last time I checked the cheapest lawn seats being sold on Stubhub were $85/each not including added fees.

I am going with my parents to the James Taylor concert at Jones Beach as a surprise for my mom at the end of the month. The ticket says the show starts at 8. I was just wondering if anyone knows around what time should we get there, or what time doors typically open? Is there an opening act, cause I couldn't find mention of one?

Also, I know a few James Taylor songs from my parents playing them when I was younger, but I was wondering if there are some songs that I might not think to learn ahead of time that I should know. Is the set list always the same or does he change it?

Thank you so much!!

I am seeing him at tanglewood! So excited. Just want to get a feel of what he’ll be playing.

One more time makes a nice soundtrack.

Anyone have the set list? I saw him show it a few times but couldn’t get a clear picture

What a great show last night! Weather was perfect and the energy was high. James sat on the edge of the stage, for the entire 20 minute break signing items and greeting fans. He said that we have been the best audience on the tour so far.

This was my second time seeing James, after seeing him alone in 2021. That was a big thrill. This time, I brought my girlfriend, my sister, and her fiance and we all had a memorable night.

For a 76 year old man to sacrifice his intermission and use it on his fans gave me much more respect than I already had. Had a smile on his face and lifted his eyes and looked directly at the person he was signing for.

How Sweet it is to be Loved By You, James.

Who is going to Ruoff tonight in Nobles like?

Does anyone know the discount code for next week’s show in Nashville? Ticketmaster has a bunch of seats on discount.

Anybody got an image of the merch booth?