Who is better, Slash or Jimmy Page?

Question

I think Slash, but who do you?

Answer 1

"Better" is a very subjective judgment. First, I would posit that Slash, by his own admission, is essentially an extension of Page's legacy. So, then the question would involve an assessment of whether Slash has expanded on that legacy. In some respects, there is no doubt; Slash, employing more modern technology (such as Pro Tools) has been able to extend the reach of the Page matrix. However, an important question would be one concerning the canvas of textural/aural reach of the two guitarists. In this regard, Page clearly leads in that he employed a greater spectra of tonal variance and extensions, i.e., musical styles; open tunings; instruments (mandolin, banjo, 12-string); and use of the studio as an instrument. Hence, the question of production looms: Page produced all of Zeppelin's albums; this indicates a superior command of studio techniques, arguably an extension of instrumental prowess. Finally, there is little evidence of Slash's innovatoin as a musician, whereas there is little dispute that Page ushered in studio innovations. To take nothing away from Slash as a practicioner, Page is doubtless the standard bearer with regard to the modern rock matrix.

Answer 2

Most musicians have a mutual respect for each other, unlike fans, always want their hero to be 'better' than anyone else -- but how do you define 'better' ?
Slash is an extremely successful rock guitar player -- but so is Jimmy.
Slash has sold millions of records -- but so has Jimmy.
Jimmy was a brilliant player in 1962, and played on thousands of pop singles throughout the 60's 70's 80's (I was there)
Slash wasn't and didn't -- but that doesn't mean that he's not a great guitarist -- everyone has something to offer.

Answer 3

Slash's music and Page's music are a little different from eachother. Slash can rock out a little harder but Page has been more innovative when it comes to playing his music. I mean hell, Page was the first one to start playing his guitar with a violin bow. An who else back in his day could incorporate a mandolin with rock music?

Answer 4

Since all that Slash knows came (in part) from studying Jimmi Page, guess my answer... Page damn it!

Answer 5

I would have to say Page because he was first and was more of an innovator. Page could have most likely been one of Slash's influences as he was to many guitarists.

Answer 6

Slash doesnt make a pimple on Jimmie's as*s and isnt worthy of being mentioned in the same breath as Jimmie

Answer 7

Well, Led Zepplin was VH1's greatest hard rock band of all time. Van Halen and Guns and Roses were in their top ten, too. But the song "Stairway to Heaven" was chosen as having the greatest guitar solo of all rock and roll history, so I would have to say Jimmy.

Answer 8

They are totally different. Jimmy Page was an innovator.

Answer 9

jimmy page

Answer 10

TOUGH ONE....JIMMY I RECKON BUT respect TO SLASH!