Trying to decide between a tube or solid-state amp, but wondering what the differences are in the first place? It’s easy to get confused about this, so we’ve created a guide highlighting what you should know about tube amps vs solid-state amps, so you can pick the right type of amp for your needs. So, …
Jerry Fulton Cantrell Jr. is best known as the founder and lead guitarist of the grunge band Alice In Chains. He is credited with many big hits such as “Rooster”, “Would?”, “Man in The Box” as well as many others. Although his longtime friend and frontman Layne Staley often co-wrote the lyrics with him, Jerry …
Single coil pickups, humbuckers, and P90s are the three main types of pickup designs, each having very clear characteristics in terms of tone, look, and use, and it’s so important for a guitar player to know about these pickups. In this article, we’re going to take a deep dive into the history, their tonal characteristics, …
A question I get asked quite often by guitarists of all skill levels is “how do I connect my guitar to my PC or laptop?” Most players are interested in recording and editing their playing for the first time, although another reason is the many great amplifier and effects modeling software that can be powerful …
Headless guitars are back and more popular than ever! It’s pretty incredible to see their spike in popularity over three decades after being first conceptualized and built by American creator Ned Steinberger in the 1980s. It’s fair to say Mr. Steinberger was ahead of his time as a new generation of guitarists, who tend to …
While most guitar players are very particular about their guitar, amp, and pedal choices, they may not be aware of the importance of guitar cables in their setup. A good guitar cable is a crucial part of your overall setup. No rig is complete without a set of sturdy and durable cables that preserve the …
Many musicians are attracted to the electric guitar because of lead sections. The instrument’s expressive nature and musicians’ skills and virtuosity made it one of the most popular instruments on the planet. Even today, hordes of new musicians aspire to be lead guitarists and to master how to play the popular lead sections that inspire …
Few guitarists in history have had such a long and influential career as Joe Perry. From his immense success with the legendary band Aerosmith, of which he was a founding member, to his various solo projects, Joe Perry has left a massive impact on modern music. Rolling Stone rates him 84th of the 100 greatest …
Looking for a great sounding acoustic guitar, but you’re on a budget? No worries, we’ve got you covered! We’ve tested dozens of guitars in this price range, and in this article, we share our thoughts on all of our favorites to help you find the best acoustic guitar under 300 dollars for your play style …
Effects pedals provide guitarists with sonic options. Playing clean is great, but having several pedals at your disposal allows you to transform your tone when the right time arises. With so many quality pedals available, searching for the right one can be a frustrating task, especially as a lot of them have similar qualities. In …