The term ?parlor guitar? is a term that is widely used today to cover a spectrum of guitar types. But usually a parlor will only be described as such if it is of a certain smaller size. The word parlor actually refers to reception rooms from old times and since compact sized guitars were regularly […]
What Is A Grand Auditorium Guitar and Who Is Most Suited to This Type of Guitar?
You may have heard the term and often wondered ?what is a grand auditorium guitar?? You might, like me, have conjured images of a grandiose instrument that bellows out in massive concert halls?.or have I just got an overactive imagination! In actual fact The Grand Auditorium guitar is a versatile mid-sized guitar. The Grand Auditorium […]
What is the Difference Between Acoustic Guitar and Electric-Acoustic Guitar
Essentially the difference between an acoustic guitar and an electric acoustic guitar is the ability to be able to amplify an electric-acoustic. The short answer is that they are the same thing except that one has built in electronics and one doesn’t. There are a couple of other things?but there are more similarities than differences. […]
The Different Sizes of Acoustic Guitars
Not everyone is well versed in the different types and sizes of acoustic guitars that are available. So when they set out to buy one, they end up buying the wrong fit. The most important things to note when looking at different sizes are the playability and sound qualities. While smaller guitars are easier to […]
How to Measure the Size of an Acoustic Guitar
There are several different ways you can measure the size of an acoustic guitar. I mean, when you look at a guitar it? a pretty complex shape – and they come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. But why would you want to measure your guitar? There are a couple of reasons you might […]
What is Scale Length on a Guitar?
You might have seen the term scale length when looking at guitar specs and wondered what is scale length on a guitar? It’s easy to understand once you know but it’s also a bit of a confusing way to do it so if you don’t know it would be hard to figure it out for […]
Is it o.k. to put Steel Strings on a Classical Guitar?
When someone asks me if it?s ok to put steel strings on a classical guitar, my reaction is that of horror! Well actually it?s more of relief – relief that they asked first and didn?t do it first and then ask later. The answer to this question is an emphatic no. Can you feel the […]
What is the Best Capo for Acoustic Guitar?
Choosing the best capo for acoustic guitar is somewhat down to personal preference and somewhat down to budget. There are several options for acoustic capo?s and there are capos that are designed specifically for acoustic guitars and there are others that can be used on any guitar. Disclosure: This article contains affiliate links, meaning I […]
Is it a Good Idea to Buy an Acoustic Guitar Online?
A guitar is not something that is immediately obvious as an online purchase but there are a few reasons that make it a good idea to buy an acoustic guitar online. There are of course some cons to this way of purchasing a guitar too. Below I will outline what I think are the pros […]
What are the Best Acoustic Guitar Brands Today
What you consider the best acoustic guitar brands may differ to what I think. What guitars you like best does come somewhat down to personal preference. That said, it?s also true that there are some brands that stand out from the rest due to their quality & reputation. Below I will outline what I think […]
Acoustic Guitar Materials and How They Affect the Sound of Your Guitar
There are many different acoustic guitar materials and each different material will affect the sound and playability of your guitar. Some materials, such as certain woods, are simply?better than others. Whilst with other materials, it comes to your personal preferences. The object of this post is to give an overview of the different parts of […]
What Is A Dreadnought Guitar?
If you?re new to guitar or new to acoustic guitars (or have been playing a while but just have never paid any attention to the term dreadnought but have suddenly noticed it) then you may be wondering -?what is a dreadnought guitar? I didn?t really notice this terms until after a good few years of […]
How to Choose An Acoustic Guitar that?s Right for You
If you are looking to get a new, or your first, acoustic guitar there are a number of factors to consider so that you get the right one. This article will?help you learn how to choose an acoustic guitar that is right for you. There are number of different acoustic guitars you can get and […]
What is the Best Acoustic Guitar for Beginners
The question of what is the best acoustic guitar for beginners is one that isn?t given nearly enough thought by most people. The fact that you are searching for information on this, puts you ahead of most other beginner guitarists – because the guitar you start out on will have a big impact on your […]
What Are the Best Acoustic Guitar Strings For Beginners?
The best acoustic guitar strings for beginners are strings that will assist in making it easier to play the guitar and that will minimize finger soreness. This doesn?t mean that you have to go with nylon strings. There are certain types of steel strings that you can pick that will be well suited to the entry […]
How to Choose Classical Guitar Strings
Choosing the right strings for your classical guitar can have a noteworthy (excuse the pun) impact on your guitar?s tone, playability and even durability. The art of how to choose classical guitar strings comes down to 3 main factors. String material String Gauge String Tension This page covers choosing Nylon strings for your classical style […]
How to Choose Acoustic Guitar Strings
Choosing the right strings is going to have a significant effect on the sound you produce (this is especially the case with acoustic and classical guitars) and will affect playability. The question of how to choose acoustic guitar strings comes down to 3?main considerations: String Material Gauge of String Construction Techniques Which material, gauge and […]
What is the Best Guitar Fretboard Wood?
The fretboard has arguably the most influence over playability than any other part of the guitar. So what the fretboard (a.k.a. fingerboard) is made of will have a significant influence over the overall playability of a guitar. The purpose of this post is to discuss what the best guitar fretboard wood is. First let?s look […]
What Is The Best Wood For Guitar Necks?
Continuing on with this theme of articles about the best materials for acoustic articles, this article will discuss the best wood for guitar necks. In particular, of course, we are looking at acoustic guitar necks. Why Care about the Wood of the Neck? Whether you are interested in making your own guitar, having a guitar […]
What are the Different Acoustic Guitar Body Types
Deciding on an acoustic guitar involves a number of things – and one of those things is getting the body shape that will be best suited to your purposes. Below I will discuss the different acoustic guitar body types, what each type is most commonly used for and which types are most commonly used today. […]