Back in the old days, the primary way guitarists amplified their electric guitar was through a tube amplifier. Over the years, with the implementation of transistors and digital technology, more options have become available on the market with solid-state amps and digital amp modelers. While technology continues to develop and offer some very high quality …
I’m sure you’ve heard the phrase “you get what you pay for”. While this phrase tends to hold true in most product markets, there is certainly some crazy value that can be had when searching for a cheap electric guitar. Cheap certainly does not always mean poor quality or poor sounding. So if you want …
So you’ve been thinking about it for a few weeks or days now. The idea has been lingering in your brain, and you can’t help but get excited every time you think about it. You’ve watched some videos or heard some music that just spoke to you, and you have finally come to the conclusion …
As a guitar player, thoroughly researching your instrument is crucial, but it’s equally important to look into the accessories that help you and your audiences hear all of your hard work. For anyone interested in melting faces in an outdoor arena one day or simply wanting to perform for friends, the right amp can make …
While not quite as major of detail to consider as factors such as tonewood or pickup, the headstock of the guitar is something you’ll want to consider. Although the main function of the headstock is fairly obvious, it affects the sound and playability of the guitar in numerous other ways, as well as provides an …
The sound of an electric guitar interacting with a wah pedal is one of the most recognizable tones in rock music. Since their initial creation in the mid-1960s, wah pedals have stood the test of time, and continue to grow in popularity over fifty years later. One of the interesting qualities of wah pedals is …
If you find yourself in want or need of a ukulele, there are several specifications that may guide or determine your decision. The first to address is what size you desire. Ukuleles can be found or crafted into several different sizes, and each size uses a categorization of vocal ranges in relation to the size, …
When Joe Satriani appeared on the rock scene in the 1980s, he was in oh so many ways different from other bands and solo musicians of the time. His special sound was made under the influence of the greats Jimi Hendrix and Jimmy Page, which eventually led him in the direction of instrumental music, in …
When performing live, every lead guitarist could use a little extra volume to stand out in the mix. The most effective way to achieve this is by using a high-quality boost pedal. With so many great options on the market, choosing the ideal pedal can be a difficult task. Boost pedals can be slotted into …
You’re shopping for a guitar and you have an idea in your head of what you want to buy. You’ve thought about what brand and models you like, what colors are your favorite, what pickups and hardware suit you. You’ve probably even been watching reviews and demos to hear how it sounds, but have you …