How Can I Give My Guitar The Dreadnought Sound? Dreadnought is a type of acoustic guitar body shape. The term “dreadnought” refers to the largest size of acoustic guitar. The dreadnought sound is a powerful, bold and rich tone. Many players prefer the sound of dreadnought guitars, especially in folk and bluegrass music. To get […]
When you’re shopping for a guitar, it’s important to consider what your short-term and long-term goals are. A quality instrument will last a lifetime, so you want to make sure that the one you choose is right for you. Of course there are many different types of guitars and styles of music that they can […]
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I’m writing this blog to give information on how to use the Dobro pick. The Dobro pick is a unique instrument that has been used in many bands through out years. The dobro pick can be used in any type of band from metal to country and even pop music. The dobro pick’s sound can […]
How to Become a Luthier: This site offers complete directions for how to get started in the field of luthier. As with any career, you should start early in order to become a luthier. Begin by taking high school and junior high school classes that expose you to the world of woodworking and music as […]
The plectrum is a small piece of plastic, metal or other material, that is used to pluck the strings on an acoustic guitar. A plectrum can also be called a pick or a flatpick. Plectrums are usually held between your thumb and first finger and are used to play lead and rhythm in folk, rock, […]
Buying your first guitar amp can be a fun and exciting time. It’s a stepping stone in your journey to becoming a guitarist, but there are many things to consider before you make your decision. Here are the 3 most important things to think about when buying your first amp: Budget: Your budget is the […]
The Best Beginner Acoustic Guitars: A blog about the best guitars for beginners and other relevant topics. The Best Beginner Acoustic Guitars: A blog about the best guitars for beginners and other relevant topics. The Best Beginner Acoustic Guitars: A blog about the best guitars for beginners and other relevant topics. The Best Beginner Acoustic […]
Travel guitars are great way to practice on the go. But what to consider when buying a travel guitar? – Will you be playing alone, or in groups? – How will you transport it? (plane, car, bus, etc.) – What kind of music do you want to play? Consider these questions, and choose a travel […]
All Tube Amps are Not Created Equal There are two main amplifier configurations in use today, the tube amp and the transistor amp. Most bass guitar players have a pretty strong preference for one or the other. Whichever you prefer, it’s important to have a good understanding of how each type works. The information below […]