If you're purchasing an acoustic guitar, you've probably already taken a number of things into account -- body style, playability, electronics, etc. But what about scale length? You might think of short scale acoustic guitars as being for smaller … [Continue reading]
If you're fairly new to playing guitar, you may not have had a chance to purchase guitar strings and put them on a guitar. The process might seem daunting if you've never had to do it. But rest assured -- selecting a new set of strings isn't quite as … [Continue reading]
Guitarists tend to love or hate capos. To some it is an essential accessory that they wouldn’t get through a gig without, to others it is a lazy excuse for not learning to play anything above the third fret. In this article we are going to explore a … [Continue reading]
This is a simple question, surely, a guitar has six strings, right? Well, like so many things about the guitar, it is all a little more complex than that. Throughout the history of the instrument, forward-looking players and luthiers have sought to … [Continue reading]
You may have heard of certain players using electric guitar strings on an acoustic guitar. The result is usually a twangy, snappy sound that some guitarists like and some do not. But what about the reverse? Can you put acoustic strings on an electric … [Continue reading]
Many of the world's greatest guitarists play Fenders. And while this brand is primarily known for its electric guitars, you can find plenty of decent-quality, affordable Fender acoustic guitars ideal for beginners. One of the brand's most popular … [Continue reading]
Learning the guitar is a noble venture. But if you're like many aspiring guitarists, you might have already realized that there's a bit of a learning curve -- even when it comes to figuring out the best way to learn guitar on your own. The truth is … [Continue reading]
Part of the fun of playing guitar is being able to play your favorite songs. And for beginner guitarists, being able to play songs is incredibly motivating, too. Nobody wants to spend months on end doing drills and learning more chords without being … [Continue reading]
The guitar – known the world over, recognized by all, tinkled on by many but mastered by few. There are many different types of guitar, which can be very confusing for those beginning to learn about the instrument. We’re going to look at the … [Continue reading]
For acoustic and electric guitar players alike, learning to play solos is an exciting experience. Whether you're a beginner, an intermediate guitarist, or an advanced player, there's a solo out there to learn. Here a few great ones. The Top Guitar … [Continue reading]
If you're a guitarist trying to get better, you probably have wanted to expand the list of chords you know. After all, plenty of people think that knowing more chords will make them better guitarists. But how much is there to know? And will learning … [Continue reading]
If you've been playing guitar for any length of time, you probably can tell the difference between the loud, bright sound of a steel-string acoustic guitar and the softer, warmer sound of a classical. And if you play a steel-string, you might want to … [Continue reading]
It is a challenge when you first start playing guitar, but these tips for acoustic guitar playing may give some insight to keep you interested in playing so you progressively get better and better. Tip #1: Selecting a Guitar that is Right for … [Continue reading]
Many thanks to Cameron from The Singers Corner for providing this guest post. Learn more about the author at the end of the post. Some can play guitar, some can sing ? but learning how to play the guitar and sing at the same time, is a whole other … [Continue reading]
Many thanks to Marc-Andre Seguin from JazzGuitarLessons.net for providing this guest post. Learn more about the author at the end of the post.? Even if you have no intention of ever being a jazz guitarist, learning the vocabulary is essential to … [Continue reading]
Having an acoustic guitar stand is often an after thought and whilst acoustic guitar stands are not the be all and end all of your guitar gear, they are something that can affect how often you play and how safe your guitar is from dings and … [Continue reading]
Thankfully Takamine serial numbers are a little more straight forward than some other guitar companies. This article will look at what your Takamine serial number can tell you about your guitar and how to decode that number. What They Can Tell You … [Continue reading]
Many thanks to John from Guitar Listy for providing this guest post. Acoustic and bass guitars are among the most played types of guitar. But the question is, which one is suitable for beginners to start with? Selecting the right instrument is … [Continue reading]
A couple of weeks back I did a post on diminished chords, this week I?ll take a look at Augmented chords on guitar. First let?s take a look at chord structure and then we?ll get into the nitty gritty of the Augmented chord. This assumes you have … [Continue reading]
Below are 20 quotes about guitar from some of the most influential guitarists in guitar history. Most play guitar because it's something we love to do. It brings personal enjoyment and enriches the lives of others. Most of us study the habits and … [Continue reading]