Bass guitars can be heavy beasts – they tend to be longer than regular electric guitars and are often built from the heavier hardwoods, such as mahogany. They average out at 8.5 pounds to the standard electric’s 8 pounds and the weight range is much larger – from 4.7 to 12 pounds. That means the … Read more
Acoustic guitars are available in many shapes and styles, and every person is bound to have his or her own unique needs based on playing style, hand size, budget, etc. In this article, we shall tell you how you can choose the perfect thin neck acoustic guitar for yourself. Remember- there is no “best” or … Read more
As a guitarist, the best of your character comes out when you are strumming up a blues classic on your guitar. From Robert Johnson to Eric Clapton, it is the emotions that are behind the songs that makes blues music what it is. Blues guitar numbers are not just music, they are a state of … Read more
Beginning guitarists nowadays are very fortunate because of the progress brought by modern technology. Back then for a guitarist to learn a specific riff, one has to cope by playing through a cassette tape that specific line you need. This leads to two things – either you destroy the record, or you drive your mom … Read more
Finger picked guitar playing is all about articulation accuracy speed and melody replication. It is an intricate form of guitar playing that requires dedication to perfect it as an art. A good guitar that is extremely responsive, one that puts out great tones can go a long way in helping you train your ear to … Read more
Finding the perfect guitar can be the real difference between a success and failure. When it comes to Taylor guitars there are many things that one should keep into consideration. The most important thing is to decide on your playing style. The more you are aware about your playing style, easier it is to find … Read more
The quest for the perfect tone has always fascinated guitar players since time immemorial. We tend to experiment a lot; saddle height, string tension, alternate tuning – all of which contributes to the overall tone. But all of these only contribute to what is already there – the guitar. Looking for your ideal guitar does … Read more
If you are ready to purchase a classical guitar there are great options for every price range. Beginners and intermediate players alike appreciate a guitar with a full, rich sound. You may think that you’ll have to spend a fortune to get a sound that is of good quality but that just isn’t the case. … Read more