no its duck tape. any way i think the best way to make a good band is to pick people that are as good as you are and are willing to advance at a speed that you are, theres no point in picking someone who learns 1 riff a month when you learn 15 riffs and 2 scales! also i think that you shouldnt make excusses and make sure that you have a good relationship (as freinds, although...)and that you see each other at least 2 times a week.