A detailed analysis of my top 5 Queen Guitar solos by Brian May, in no particular order, and most of them sadly forgotten. The Hero Flash Gordon – 1980 The Hero is unique for a Queen song in that it serves as a sort of epilogue at the end of the Flash Gordon album, revisiting […]
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Neck relief on an acoustic guitar is crucial for not just great tone, but for great playability too, much more so than on an electric guitar. Here’s all you need to know. I’ve already covered the mechanics of truss rod adjustment for electric guitar, and why extra neck relief can help you achieve a lower
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The BOSS Nextone Stage 40 is billed as ‘combining classic tube sound and feel with next-generation tonal diversity’, but does it live up to that promise? I’ve spent the last 6 months putting the BOSS Nextone Stage 40 through its paces in a variety of scenarios, and in this BOSS Nextone review, here are 10
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This StrapGraphics guitar strap review explores whether a premium leather guitar strap can truly improve comfort, stability, and your overall playing experience. But before I get to the StrapGraphics Guitar Strap Review…. Who are StrapGraphics Guitar Straps? Based in Portland, Oregon, StrapGraphics manufactures the finest quality custom leather (and textile) guitar straps. What sets StrapGraphics
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Epiphone Les Paul Standard 60s Review. Is this the best affordable Les Paul you can buy? Before we get into it, let’s look at the Epiphone Les Paul Standard 60s specs. The Les Paul™ Standard 60s models from Epiphone’s new Inspired by Gibson™ Collection recreate the sound of 1960s era Les Pauls. Featuring a classic
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Never be too hasty to give up on a song. Sometimes the process of recording can take it in new directions that elevate it to a whole new level. To quote my songwriting idol…. A song either comes quickly…. and we can say, yes, we have or song…. but if it doesn’t come quickly I
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Bijou by Queen: How a filler track signaled the long-awaited return to form of my favourite Band. So what’s so great about Bijou by Queen? Following the lump-in-the-throat disappointment of Queen’s comeback Album: The Miracle, I approached its follow up: Innuendo with lowered expectations. The title track: Innuendo sets out its stall early, harking back
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Review of the TC Helicon GO Guitar Interface. What is the TC Helicon GO Guitar? The TC Helicon GO Guitar is a portable interface for connecting your electric, electro-acoustic, or bass guitar to mobile devices. Or, in other words, it’s an Ik Multimedia iRig 2 clone for half the price! Why do you need the
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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,
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