The best guitar for strumming isn’t one particular guitar or even guitar brand. The best guitars for strumming are those that have a particular shape, size and construction. The tone-woods used can also affect was is perceived as a good strummer – though this is often different depending on the ear. Sound beauty is definitely […]
Christmas Gifts for Guitarists: 14 Great Options
Christmas is coming and you need a to think of a gift for that guitarist in your life? Christmas gifts for guitarists can be tricky, especially if you aren’t a guitarist yourself. Of course, most people won’t be looking to buy a 4,000 dollar guitar as a gift. And even if you were looking to […]
What Is a 12 Fret Guitar and Why Get One?
Once upon a time a guitar wouldn’t have been anything different from the norm if it was a 12-fret guitar – because they used to be the norm – they are now rarer. Hang on – what is a 12 fret guitar? O.k. first let’s cover what a 12-fret guitar is and how it differs […]
The Different Types of Metronomes – Which Should I Use?
There are various types of metronomes but these can be broken down into two main types – digital and analog. Below we’ll take a look at the different metronomes out there and the pros and cons of each type. But wait – do I even need to be practicing with a metronome? Why Practice with a Metronome? […]
What is the Best Guitar for Children
When figuring out what the best guitar for children is, first you have to decide the type of guitar that is the easiest to learn on and in doing so you have to take into account the fact that a child has smaller hands and arms and less physical strength than an adult. First of […]
The Different Acoustic Guitar Neck Sizes and Shapes
Acoustic guitars come in all different sizes and shapes – and the necks are no exception. Different acoustic guitar neck sizes and shapes affect the feel of how the guitar is played. Neck sizes and shapes are more of a playability concern than a tonal one. These days there are a number of different neck […]
Sapele vs Mahogany: What’s the Difference and Which is Better?
You may have seen some guitars that have Sapele back and sides or Mahogany back and sides or Mahogany tops but you might wonder what the difference is. So, in the battle of Sapele vs Mahogany, which is the better tonewood? This, of course, as always, depends on your particular tastes – mostly. It should […]
How to Choose the Best Acoustic Guitar Strap for You
When it comes to playing your acoustic guitar standing up you are going to need a strap. This post will help you to choose the best acoustic guitar strap for you so that you can make an informed decision about which type is best for you. The first thing to think about is whether your […]
How to Choose the Best Acoustic Guitar Amplifier for You
The best acoustic guitar amplifier for you will depend on a number of things, including what you will use it for, your budget and which bells and whistles you need and which you don’t. First let’s take a look at the difference between an acoustic guitar amp and an electric guitar amp and then we’ll […]
Can I Use an Acoustic Guitar with an Electric Guitar Amp?
Using an acoustic guitar with an electric guitar amp might sound like a convenient idea if you already own an electric amp. But can you do it? And if you do will you damage any of your equipment? And what will the sound be like? Can You Use Electric Amp with Acoustic Guitar? Short answer […]
Sitka vs Engelmann Spruce for Guitar Tops: Which is Better?
The Sitka vs Engelmann debate could go on and on – and no one would win because what sounds better to you, well it… sounds better to you. Full stop. So why write a post about Sitka vs Engelmann? Because it’s not so much about which is better – but rather which is better suited […]
What is Humidipak and How Does it Work?
If you’ve recently started playing guitar, purchased a new guitar or moved to a different location with different humidity, then you might have heard of humidipak and wondered what is. This post will outline what humidipak is, how it works and how to use it. What is Humidipak? In actual fact Humidipak is the old […]
Using a Guitar Capo: Why You Should Have One and How to Use It
If you’ve thought about using a guitar capo but didn’t know what you would use it for or how to use it then read on. Capos can help you to mix it up on guitar, and make it easy to play in a different key and can be convenient for playing certain songs on guitar. […]
Cutaway Vs Non Cutaway: Which Guitar Is Right for You
Whether you go for an acoustic guitar with a cutaway or a non-cutaway guitar will depend on a few things. There are advantages and disadvantages to both. What you go with will depend on a couple of things: How much you need to reach the upper frets Your tone preferences What you use your guitar […]
Choosing An Acoustic Guitar Case: Which One is Right for your Guitar
When you are choosing an acoustic guitar case there are a few important things to consider. The main purpose of a case is to protect your instrument from damage – caused either by impact or by the elements. Cases are usually used mostly in transit but are also a great place to keep your guitar […]
What is the Average Price of an Acoustic Guitar?
I was wondering to myself the other day about what the average price of an acoustic guitar is. So I set out to discover this. The Range of Guitar Prices Of course there is a wide range of different prices for acoustic guitars. In fact, it’s one of those things that has one of the […]
Should I Start on a Nylon or Steel String Guitar
There are no hard and fast rules as to whether you should start playing guitar on a nylon or steel string guitar. There are arguments for both and there are reasons why one person might be better starting on a nylon string guitar (aka classical guitar) and another person better off on a steel string […]
Are Silk and Steel Guitar Strings any Good?
Silk and steel guitar strings have their place and work well with certain guitars, styles and players. Sometimes they get a bad rep for being strings that lack punch and tone. They aren’t for everyone but do have their place for certain sounds and purposes. What Kind of Sound do they Produce? Silk and steel […]
Mahogany Vs Rosewood: Which is the Best for Back and Sides?
This post is going to look at Mahogany vs Rosewood in terms of their characteristics when used as the back and sides of a guitar. First let’s take a look at the tonal characteristics of each and then we’ll see which is better. Mahogany Mahogany is a wood that is used for both acoustic guitar […]
How to Choose a Guitar Pick that’s Right for You
If you’re not sure how to choose a guitar pick or if you didn’t even know that different picks can have a profound influence on the sound you create, and the ease in which you create that sound, then this post is for you. How Much Difference Can a Pick Really Make? That’s a good […]