So you’ve decided to buy a loop pedal. Good choice. This article will provide you all the information you’ll need for selecting the best loop pedal. Loop pedals – otherwise known as loop stations, or looper pedals – have begun to find their way onto stages and into studios within the last ten years. They allow the player to record their instrument and loop multiple tracks to create a unique mashup of […]
Volume pedals may seem straightforward, but you may be surprised to find there is more to a volume pedal then meets the eye. We can quickly get lost in jargon such as high impedance, low impedance, tone suck, passive and active. Who knew searching for a […]
You may not to put too much thought into buying your guitar capo, but you may be surprised to know that there are a few things you need to watch out for when buying your capo. Firstly, you need to avoid excessive wear on your neck and […]
Whether you are on a tight budget, or are unsure if you want to commit a lot of money to your first guitar, it’s now possible to pick up a cheap acoustic guitar for under $150. […]
Upgrading from your entry-level guitar to the intermediate guitar can be hugely enjoying. The step up in tone quality and overall playability can make guitar playing even more enjoyable (who knew?). While there are a ton of options in the $500-1000 range, we feel there are a few standouts among the pack.
Parlor guitars have been making a comeback. Players are attracted to the small body, ease of play, ease of transport, and most importantly, unique tone. Ever since Chris Hadfield’s debut cover of Space Oddity, the number of people looking to get their hands on a parlor guitar has skyrocketed. With modern day electronics, it is not longer essential to have a boisterous Dreadnaught guitar. We are now able to enjoy the different tone characteristics of smaller-bodied guitars.
Whether you are looking to save space or display your guitar, a simple guitar hanger is a great solution. These days they come in all shapes and sizes. Fortunately, there are many options that will satisfy those on a strict budget. Ideally, you will want to store your guitar in a sealed case in a stable environment to prevent any damage due to humidity and temperature changes. However, this method of storage is not always feasible.
You’ve always been hesitant to take your guitar on trips. The notion of jamming your full-size baby into a crowded overhead bin is just too much. You’re in the market for the best travel guitar, and you want to start your research.
One of the biggest challenges to luthiers has been the relative inconsistencies and dwindling supply of tonewoods. As an organic substance, wood has inherent flaws, grain patterns, etc. that are part of its unique properties, yet also can become a challenge for luthiers trying to mass produce an instrument with sonic and visual quality control across the entire product line.
Deciding to learn how to play guitar and taking that initial plunge is one of the best feelings ever. You are new, fully ready to start with the first lesson, but you’re missing one important thing – a guitar. You’re in the right place. Today we are going to show you the best electric guitars for beginners and talk about what to look for in your first guitar.
