It’s time to fix your guitar pedalboard setup. You’re a musician, not an electrician. You don’t know exactly what you’re doing and you’re in over your head with your signal chain. It’s a mess of cables, power supplies and stompboxes. The frustration is slowly turning into anger. And you’re getting ready to chuck the whole […]
It goes without saying that the development of the guitar has been an incredible journey over the last couple hundred years. You can’t argue with the fact that it’s one of the most popular instruments in history, and it’s only natural that guitarists have a passion for their instrument. The one thing we love almost […]
The Guitar Strings That Sound Good and Last Longer blog is a place where musicians and people interested in learning about guitar strings can find out everything they need to know. We cover topics like strings that are good for beginners, how to care for your guitar strings, what gauge of strings you should buy, […]
A blog about the hottest guitar pedals of the month along with a historical perspective on the subject. The information on this site is provided for educational and entertainment purposes only. You must consult your doctor before acting on any content on this website, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a […]
What Is the Difference Between a Baritone Guitar and a Standard Guitar: A blog on the differences between the two. Both of these guitars have their own distinctions from each other, but there are still many questions people have when it comes to what they are and how they are different. So let’s start off […]
Bass strings are made from a wide variety of materials and in a wide variety of construction methods. Here’s a rundown. Nickel Wound Nickel wound strings are the standard for most basses, and come in two flavors: roundwound and flatwound. Roundwounds have a roudn wrap wire around the core wire; flatwounds have a thin, flat […]
A blog about what a new jazz bassist needs to know. Jazz bass5 Tips For The New Jazz Bassist When learning how to play jazz bass guitar, it is very important that you don’t run before you walk. You need to start by learning the basics and then as your confidence grows, so will your […]
The First Left Handed Guitar is Here! You Already Know the Benefits, Now Get the Facts. Easier to Learn and Play The left handed guitar is the easiest instrument to learn and play. It is easier on your body, easier to see what you are doing and easier to do what you want to do […]
Drumming is a fun and active way to pass the time. But if you’re not careful, it can also leave you with some painful and even destructive side effects. Here are my top 8 tips for a more comfortable drumming experience. 1. Get a throne that fits your body The first thing to check when […]
You’ve probably seen some jazz guitar chord names in your time. And if you’re anything like me, you’ve found them to be confusing and frustrating. Now, I’m going to show you what they mean and how to use them so that you can get the most out of them. The Most Useful Jazz Guitar Chord […]