If you would like to learn how to play guitar there are many online courses to choose from, in fact, there are so many it’s hard to know where to begin! However, Guitar Tricks has been providing online guitar lessons since 1998 so it’s safe to say they are a good place to get started. […]
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As guitarists, we’re learning all the time through lessons, practising, playing, or even just listening. But when is it time to stop? When will you be good enough? The Lightbulb moment. This came just the other day. One of the main reasons I purchased my Fender Player Stratocaster was to have the perfect tool to
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Introducing Guitar Center Spring Savings. Check them out today. I’m proud to announce that The Blogging Musician is now an official affiliate of Guitar Center, the world’s largest musical instruments retailer, which means I can keep you up to date with you all the latest deals they have to offer. What do I get in
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The Mexican-made Fender Player Plus Stratocaster looks like a LOT of guitar for the money, but is it worth the upgrade, and should you buy one? First, let’s look at what you get for your money, compared to the basic Fender Player Stratocaster. Player Plus Noiseless Stratocaster pickups. Comes fitted stock with Player Plus Noiseless
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After 10 years of being a Les Paul man, and both lately and historically being a Fender Stratocaster devotee… Why am I gassing for a Gibson SG? So should I buy a Gibson SG? I’ve never owned one, and over the years I’ve justified that decision with many reasons, both from experience and from the
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Since mid-2021, Guitar Tricksâ„¢; a hugely popular online guitar lesson company, has been kindly contributing some fantastic guitar lesson articles on these very pages. How good is that?! Well, it’s too good to pass you by, so I’ve gathered all the articles together where they belong, in a brand new Guitar Tricksâ„¢ category, for easy
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By Gary Heimbauer for Guitar Tricks and 30 Day Singer Power chords are at the heart of rock and roll! Bands as diverse as The Ramones, AC/DC, and Nirvana all used them constantly to create many great songs. So what is a power guitar chord? In this beginner guitar lesson, we will find out! A
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Fender Player Stratocaster Review. In-depth review of the Fender Player Stratocaster. Is this the best value electric guitar money can buy? New video added. Don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel here. The preamble Before we start, know this: This latest guitar review is a long time in the making. If you’re a reader
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I recently replaced the original bent-steel guitar saddles on my Fender Player Stratocaster with block saddles. Should you do the same? Now video added. Don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel here. Bent Steel Guitar Saddles. The traditional choice, and standard issue on my Fender Player Strat, as well as, surprisingly, the new American
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