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Yeah it’s something I didn’t really realize and appreciate enough until I learned not all musicians could do that by default. I just assumed that if you play, you can do it too. Thanks, I didn’t know it had a name (inner hearing).

It does! In fact, the bridge they use is way easier to fiddle with compared to even well known headless guitars. My 8-string is a Legator and changing strings is a pain compared to this Donner. Tuning has been stable for me so far.

I do, yes. I play multiple instruments but mostly write music with a keyboard or a guitar. I approach chord progressions and melodies differently depending on the instrument. I do feel more restricted/limited with a guitar though. I can envision/visualize way more combinations when my hands are on keys instead of strings.

As for hearing and listening, they are all the same to me. Since I can play keys, guitars, drums and other instruments, I can isolate each instrument and section in my head when listening, so I can pick and choose what I want to focus on.

I recently got a used Donner Hush X Live in mint condition off of marketplace. I’m a keyboardist but I play guitars on my music as well. I already have a headless 8-string guitar but it’s too unwieldy if I’m not playing heavy chug-y stuff.

It’s technically a travel guitar that you can break down into 3 pieces and stuff into a case the size of a bandminton racket bag. Since I already have my own plugins and effects pedals, I don’t really need the speaker attachment, so I only have the top brace attached and it looks like I’m playing half a guitar. It’s a fun little instrument and definitely live worthy as long as you’re not a snob for branding.

Full time musician. I have a mortgage and a (moderate) lifestyle to maintain. I still make and play music on the side but can never make it a full time job.