Things To Know When Shopping For A Guitar Amplifier
Guitar amplifiers are a major part of your tone. Some amps can do many things well, while others excel at producing specific tonal qualities.

Guitar Humidification
Problems with humidity can lead to heartbreak for the classical (or other) guitarist. Excessive humidity or dryness can ruin an instrument probably quicker than you think.

Guitar Tuning Tips
Most new guitar players and even some experienced ones have trouble staying and playing in tune.

Electric, Classical, Acoustic - Which Guitar Is Best For You?
No one could really pinpoint the exact year as to when the guitar was created.

Guitar Buying - The Pros and Cons of Vintage vs. Reissue
To most people, owning the "genuine article" is the only thing that will suffice. As a guitar player, and one who appreciates classic "vintage" instruments, I can fully understand this point of view.

Reasons to Ditch Your Guitar Pick
Lately, I haven't been using my guitar pick all that much.

Turn It Up: Plugging Into The Perfect Guitar And Amp Settings
Yowza! Did you hear that hideous noise? It sounded like a combination of nails on a chalkboard, a cat in a dryer, and a baby wailing at the top of his lungs.

Vintage Guitar Collectors Can Still Find Deals
If you're a recent vintage guitar collector, the stories you've heard are true.

ADIRONDACK versus SITKA SPRUCE
Both of these timbers make great soundboards on flat top acoustic guitars.

THE CAPO CAPER
If you're looking for a quick way to transpose guitar chords, then you'll want to use a capo.

Effective Band Rehearsal
If your band is in rehearsals, either preparing for gigging, or practising new songs to add to your repertoire, the chances are you will have to hire a rehearsal room.

How To Get Gigs On Your Local Circuit
Provided you have the ability to entertain an audience it really shouldn't be too difficult to launch yourself onto the local music scene.

7 Secrets Of Success With Your Band
Tips and tricks to ensure your band's success at live venues.

How To Get Advertising And Publicity For FREE
Advertising is a very valid way to get noticed, but it can become costly so it would be nice if you could supplement your regular ads with some extra free publicity, wouldn't it?

How To Make A Demo CD On A Budget
The importance of a demo cannot be underestimated. A good demo will not only contain a good representation of your music...

A Brief History of Fender Guitars
Perhaps no other guitar maker has touched the hearts of so many players and collectors as Fender.

A Brief History of Gibson Guitars
Gibson guitars have been around forever. It's funny, but although Gibson has produced some of the most amazing guitars in history

Les Paul Vintage Gibson Guitars
Les Paul vintage Gibson guitars were first produced in 1952. These guitars were the first solid body electric that Gibson had made.

The Acoustic Guitar
The steel-stringed acoustic guitar is usually credited with being developed by C.F. Martin and Company sometime during the 1830s.

The Minor Pentatonic Scale
Minor pentatonic scales are used extensively in modern and classic rock. A strong understanding of how pentatonic scales work, and can be used for soloing and creating riffs, is extremely important...

View from the Stage: Demo Time
So you have printed your business cards on the PC, and you know a guy who can design eye-catching posters for your band. Do you really need a demo? You bet...

Ear Training For Guitarists
Everyone that can hear normally has the ability to train their ear. I've taught dozens of students that claim they "just did not have an ear", and yet after few weeks of lessons they are able to start noticing...