While you can certainly play a guitar while sitting down, it’s not ideal for performance purposes. If you’re performing in front of a group of people, you’re going to want to stand up to increase your overall stage presence. But in order to stand up and play your guitar to the best of your abilities, […]
Continue readingOnce you buy a guitar and an amp, the question of what strings to buy seems secondary. However, it actually makes a big difference because different strings have different gauges, materials, coatings, and other characteristics. Not only do these change how the guitar sounds, but they also affect how the strings feel and how the […]
Continue readingAs a music student, one of the most important things to learn is how to keep time with the beat. Guitarists, like myself, have a tendency to accompany a drummer and keep the beat that way, but sometimes when you are practicing, there is no drum line to keep in time with. When this happens, […]
Continue readingThe decision to move up from a beginner guitar to an intermediate one is a big one, because it means a significant step forward as a musician. Intermediate electric guitars tend to be more specialized and have higher build quality, although they are also more expensive: you should expect to pay at least $400 for […]
Continue readingThe guitar is one of the most beloved musical instruments of all time. Guitarists tend to wear that title with pride, and their instrument becomes an extension of the player’s distinct personality. Because of this, players tend to develop a strict loyalty to the guitar brand of their choosing. Luckily, there are many great options […]
Continue readingElectric guitar evoke many strong ideas. This may stem from the huge impact rock music has had on our culture. From the hip shaking days of Elvis to the death metal bands of today, electric guitars have played a significant role in shaping musical stylings. Choosing one has more to do with personal preferences than anything […]
Continue readingFinding the best beginner guitar in 2017 is not quite as easy as it sounds. It is tough to differentiate between good, inexpensive, entry-level guitars and cheap ones that will fall apart and have poor tone quality. In this post, I will explain what makes a good beginner guitar and review 5 of the best […]
Continue readingThe bass guitar might not get the same amount of attention as its smaller cousin, the guitar, but it still plays a huge role in many different genres of music. In this post, I’ll write up the best bass guitar reviews of 2017, showing you where you can get the most value for your money.ProductOur […]
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