As music technology has advanced in recent decades, the range of guitar pedals available to musicians has increased exponentially. In some cases, the original, vintage pedals still dominate certain effects. Other instances have seen modern digital pedals grow in popularity. When assembling your pedalboard, it’s important to have an understanding of the various types of …
So as a bass player myself I have been the target of jokes made by guitarists for quite some time. But then, when a bass player joins a band, those quips invariably fade to black. You wonder why? Well because it becomes crystal clear fast to even the most cynical wannabe metal guitarists that the …
Whether you’re a beginner looking for a do-it-all acoustic guitar, or even if you’re a seasoned acoustic guitarist looking for a stage performing guitar, an acoustic electric guitar will come in handy. By simply plugging the acoustic guitar into a PA system, an amp, or an audio interface, it’s extremely easy to record and perform …
With such a wide variety of effects pedals available to guitarists in this day and age, it’s easy to become overwhelmed. Much like guitars and amplifiers, pedals can completely alter your sound and tone, so it’s imperative to choose them wisely. Guitar synth pedals are arguably the wildest, most transformative pedals a guitarist can get …
Dream Theater is one of the most recognized and loved progressive acts of all time. In a style that’s grown and evolved from the 1980s to this date, Dream Theater has been well and revered the entire way as the true godfathers of the genre. At the helm of Dream Theater sits lead guitarist, John …
Bolstered by the unyielding Midwestern work ethic she cultivated in her hometown of Kansas City, Missouri, Samantha Fish has plotted an exponential rise into blues and rock stardom. Fish has carefully crafted an image, brand, and sound that defies pigeonholing. Since trading in her drums, ala Eddie Van Halen, for the guitar at 15, Samantha …
Bass guitars are instruments designed to give the deep low frequencies that help drive and shape the music a band is playing. Bass strings can make a big difference in the tone that you want your bass to produce. The strings you choose for your electric bass have a powerful influence on its tone and …
It is well known that the bass guitar is a fundamental instrument in most music genres, so it makes sense that there are different types of bass guitars you can choose from to fit the specific style of music you are playing. In this article, we’ll be taking a look specifically at acoustic bass guitars. …
Over the years, Petty has cemented himself as one of the most legendary artists and songwriters of the modern era. He was nominated for 18 GRAMMY awards, won three, earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, was inducted into the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame, and is currently ranked 91st on Rolling …
Shopping for an acoustic electric guitar can get especially tricky when you’re on a tight budget. But don’t worry, there are still some pretty incredible guitars you can pick up without breaking the bank. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced guitarist looking for a great sounding yet affordable acoustic electric guitar, there’s something for …