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
Why one person might be better starting on a nylon string guitar (aka classical guitar) and another person better off on a steel string guitar (aka acoustic guitar)?
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 Our Top Pick Mahogany Guitar Mahogany is a wood that is […]
How to Choose a Guitar Pick: Guitar Pick Dimensions
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 […]
What Is Bracing On a Guitar and Why is it So Important?
Every acoustic guitar has bracing and this bracing has an effect on the tone and strength of the guitar. Different types of bracing will give the guitar a unique tonal character and some bracing methods are better than others. What is Bracing on a Guitar? Bracing is essentially strips of wood – or more accurately […]
What Acoustic Guitar Neck Widths are There?
There are a variety of acoustic guitar neck widths. And each have their own advantages and disadvantages. First of all let?s take a look at what a neck width actually is and then we?ll take a look at the common widths and the pros and cons of each. Where is neck width measured? When we […]
What is a Concert Guitar and Who Is Most Suited to This Type of Guitar
This post will set out what a concert guitar is and what kind of guitarist this type of guitar is most suited to. What is a Concert Guitar? To the musical newcomer, the world of guitars can be an overwhelming one. Electrics and Acoustics In the broadest scope, there are electric and acoustic guitars. Both […]
What?s the Difference between a Classical and an Acoustic Guitar
Sometimes they get confused as being the same thing but there is a difference between a classical and an acoustic guitar. The following are the main differences between the two types of guitar. Strings Acoustic guitars have steel strings. Classical guitars have nylon strings. This is one of?the most significant differences, but not the only […]