Lowering the saddle of your acoustic guitar may be the most painless guitar mod you’ll ever make, and also the most effective! Once you’ve discounted the nut and neck-relief, the only component blocking your path to a slick-playing instrument is the Acoustic guitar saddle, and the fix is simple: Sand it down! Don’t Panic! Now, […]
Acoustic Guitar Action: Lowering the saddle. Read Post »
The question of the right age to start learning the guitar can significantly impact one’s musical journey. While there’s no universal answer, various factors such as cognitive development, physical readiness, and personal interest play crucial roles in determining the ideal starting point for each individual. Learning to play the guitar is a rewarding endeavor that
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This is a deep-dive review of the Squier Affinity Telecaster. A guitar I have owned for around 12 months. Is this really the only guitar you’ll ever need? What is the Squier Affinity Telecaster? The Squier Affinity Telecaster is a budget-friendly modern workhorse Telecaster guitar, which sits between the entry-level Sonic series and the still-budget-conscious
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This massive electric guitar sound is not a coincidence. It is the result of the right setup and smart adjustments. Many players believe that louder is always better. That is not true. A great tone comes from balance, clarity, and control. Your guitar, amplifier, speakers, and even the room all shape your sound. Small details
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Famously, guitarists don’t exactly need much encouragement to stock up on gear and guitar accessories, however, much of the time it actually makes good sense (honest)! So many guitar accessories out there are designed to make things quicker, easier, safer, and more efficient. Some are necessities, some are (very desirable) luxuries, and some sit in
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As a Queen (and Brian May) fan, the fabled Red Special was always beyond criticism… until the day I bought the Brian May Guitars Red Special. The Brian May Guitars Red Special is, of course, an ‘affordable’ version of the real thing, not even comparable to the ‘Supers’, let alone the official copies made by
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Exploring the differences between the two most common guitar fretboard (or fingerboard) materials. Maple and Rosewood. Looks It depends on the Guitar. I’ve seen some gorgeous maple guitar fretboards with a little flaming, but a lot of them, particularly at the cheaper end of the spectrum, are just too anemic/plain looking. Up close, the darker
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YouTube has brought a new realm to music lessons. While it is easy to access and plentiful, it will never replace private lessons with an in-person teacher. Why? While social media does have an interactive aspect, leaving comments and questions on a YouTube video will not necessarily make it fully interactive. When I was growing
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Fender Stratocaster vs Telecaster. Resolving the timeless debate between two of the greatest guitars ever made. So which is the best? The Fender Stratocaster vs Telecaster debate is well documented and has gone on for over half a century. Here’s my own take on it. Fender Stratocaster vs Telecaster – Playability With regard to neck
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