Usually when I think about bass guitar, they drive images of a stale, brown piece of equipment in the background with little impact and even littler personality. They’re an afterthought, a functional piece of hardware that completes the overall sound, but not necessarily pivotal to the overall aesthetics of the band as a whole.Things to […]
Continue readingWhen it comes to electric intermediate guitar, nothing beats the sound that the instrument can produce. However, some music requires a 24 fret fingerboard to hit all of the notes, which is why I began looking for a 24 fret guitar to play. As a result of my search, I found the Gibson 2017 SG […]
Continue readingFor the longest time, I tried to use my beat up, old, used guitar in an attempt to sound like legends such as Jimi Hendrix, Ritchie Blackmore, and Stevie Ray Vaughan. The only problem is that I couldn’t get anywhere close to the same tone.Eventually, I decided that if I was going to sound like […]
Continue readingWhile the drums may be the heartbeat of any band, the bass guitar is the flowing blood. Without a good bass guitar sound on your side, your band will never quite sound full enough. Your sound will come across as wimpy, and you’ll never be loved or respected like you should be. My band used […]
Continue readingWhen I got the urge to pick up a guitar and learn how to play, I honestly had no clue what I was doing. All the slang people on the Internet were using was hard to understand without ever touching the instrument, so I decided to go to the local guitar store to get some […]
Continue readingA genuine original never goes out of style. If you’re an electric guitar player who’s been looking for an instrument that blends style and substance, you’re likely faced with a plethora of choices for an electric guitar, but very little useful information.Fender is one of the most reputable names in the guitar world, and their […]
Continue readingMy first electric guitar was a very cheap, bargain-basement model made by a major manufacturer. While it was good to learn on, I wish I’d gone for a mid-range model that could have lasted me several years. The Epiphone Les Paul Standard Plus-Top Pro electric guitar offers the winning combination of great playability and affordability.Things […]
Continue readingI recently was in the market for a new electric guitar. I wanted something with a classic feel, midrange in budget terms, and versatile in tone. I found the ESP LTD EC256FM, and it fit my needs perfectly. In this post I’ll explain its pros and cons and analyze its value.Things to Consider Before Buying […]
Continue readingThere are many intermediate electric guitars on the market today, so it’s not easy to settle on one that fits your needs best. I recently scanned through many guitars in the $500 to $800 price range and the ESP LTD EC-401 Intermediate Guitar stood out to me. In this post I’ll explain why.Things To Consider […]
Continue readingFor a guitarist, settling on the right instrument can make a world of difference when it comes to your gear selection. While shopping for the perfect beginner guitar, I knew I wanted the Gibson SG’s coveted tone and eye catching stage appeal, but couldn’t justify taking out a second mortgage on my house to achieve […]
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