Yamaha C40II Review
Bottom Line: Yamaha is one of those music manufacturers that doesn’t really make bad instruments at any level and their product lineup offers different instrument …
Guitar Guru
Everyone wants to learn the king of all instruments, but as soon as they start they quit. We know why and that’s why this column provides all you need to know about the guitar in a way that won’t drive you nuts or be too difficult. Once you’ve mastered the ole git-fiddle, check out our other columns to push your music to new heights.
Cordoba C7 CD Review
Bottom Line: If you’re looking for a classical guitar that combines value and a reasonable price point, the Cordoba C7 CD might be exactly what …
Guitar Pedal Order Matters! – The Signal Chain & Effects Loop Guide
This nightmare question gets asked once per musician, they spend a couple days tormenting themselves over it, then it finally all clicks into place. That …
Types of Guitar Pedals: 23 Must Have Effects That Define Your Style
We all have heard that tone starts in the hands of the guitarist. Different players can play thru the exact same amp and guitar rig …
Beginner Jazz Guitar for Non-Jazz Guitarists
Learning to play jazz guitar might seem like rocket science to some, and while there is a world of information and approaches out there, taking …
How to Build Guitar Calluses: Take Care of Your Fingers!
Forget about the tall tales, the marketing schemes, and the urban legends. Nobody wants their fingertips raw and wounded from playing guitar. Mainly because that …
What is Guitar Tone? Understanding & Dialing In Your Sound
Depending on who you’re talking to, you’ll get various definitions on what tone is and where it comes from. Many purists will even tell you …
Guitar Inlays – All About Those Fretboard Markers
“Playing guitar is easy, just follow the dots!” Playing the guitar is that easy, huh? I guess that explains why my grandma shreds like Steve …
General Guitar Maintenance & Care: Keep Your Instrument Pristine
Guitar maintenance is one of the most important, but also the most overlooked parts of guitar ownership. A properly maintained guitar will give you the …
Bigsby vs. Fender: The Merle Travis Guitar Story
Of the many American musicians known for writing country and western songs, none are as synonymous with the genre as the great song-crafting guitarist Merle …
How to Play Guitar – The Fool’s Gold Method for Beginners
The first time I grabbed a guitar, 50 years of guitar gods from Jimi Hendrix to Jack White riffed, soloed, and whammy barred their way …
Guitar Strings Guide – All You Need to Know… (And More!)
Every player has said to themselves, “These strings are still ok, ill just keep on picking them…” Next thing you know, your intonation is shot …
Miking Your Acoustic Guitar Like a Pro: Placement & Techniques
Acoustic guitar has a variety of voicings, from the instrument itself as well as how it’s played. It can be full-range, evocative, and expressive. Driving …
Types of Electric Guitars – Body Styles & Shapes
When I was a kid, I had a natural attraction to organized sounds. Music has always been a part of my life, whether my family …
Types of Acoustic Guitars – Body Shapes & Sizes
It’s definitely important to buy an instrument that you like the look of, but upon closer inspection, you’ll find that the shape of the body …