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Lead Guitar vs Rhythm Guitar (What Is The Difference?)

by Davis Wilton Bader
Lead Guitar VS Rhythm Guitar

If you’ve ever gone online to look for a band that needs a guitar player, you may have noticed that some ads ask for Rhythm Guitarists and some ask for … Read more

Categories Guides, Guitar

3/4 Guitar Vs Full Size (The Differences & Which is Best?)

by Davis Wilton Bader
Three Quarter Versus Full Sized Guitars

The two most common size guitars that players use are the normal “Full Size” and the smaller “3/4 Size” guitars. What do these size differences mean and how do they … Read more

Categories Guides, Guitar

Nylon String Guitar Vs Steel String (Which is Better?)

by Davis Wilton Bader
Nylon String Guitar VS Steel Strings

Are you looking to pick out your first acoustic guitar? You could easily be forgiven for not realizing that there are two distinct types of acoustic guitar worth considering. In … Read more

Categories Guides, Guitar

Cordoba C5 Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Cordoba C5 Classical Guitar Review

If you’re on the hunt for a fantastic new classical guitar then you may just have found it. Maybe you’re looking for a great upgrade or maybe you’re looking for … Read more

Categories Classical

Best Guitar Slide In 2022 & How To Pick The Right One (Glass, Metal, Ceramic)

by Davis Wilton Bader
Best Guitar Slides - And How to Choose the Right One for You

One of the most expressive and satisfying playing styles is slide guitar. Though most often associated with the blues, slide guitar occurs in all genres of music. Slide guitar has … Read more

Categories Accessories

Antonio Giuliani CL-5 Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Antonio Giuliani CL-5 Review

If you’ve been scouring the internet, trying to find your next classical guitar then the Antonio Giuliani CL-5 just might be the one. Maybe you’re a complete beginner looking for … Read more

Categories Classical

Godin Etude Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Godin Etude Classical Guitar Review

If you’ve been looking for a great new classical guitar then the Godin Etude just might put a smile on your face. Maybe you’re looking for a gigging companion or … Read more

Categories Classical

Takamine GC5-NAT Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Takamine GC5-NAT Review

If you’re looking for an affordable new classical guitar then the Takamine GC5-NAT could be your new best friend. Maybe you’re a student in need of an upgrade, or maybe … Read more

Categories Classical

8 Best Classical Guitars Under $1000 In 2022

by Fiona
Best Classical Guitar Under $1000

If you’ve been looking for a fantastic classical guitar for less than one thousand dollars then I’m happy to say I can help you out. Maybe you’re looking for a … Read more

Categories Classical

LAVA ME 2 Guitar Review (Carbon Fiber Acoustic Electric Classical Guitar)

by Fiona
Lava Me 2 Review

If you’re looking for a unique new classical guitar, the Lava Me 2 could be exactly what you’re looking for. Maybe you’re a bit of a classical guitar junky like … Read more

Categories Classical

Kremona Fiesta FC Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Kremona Fiesta Review

Looking for a gorgeous cedar top classical guitar? Well, the Kremona Fiesta might be everything you’ve been hoping for. Maybe you’re looking for an upgrade or maybe you just fancy … Read more

Categories Classical

Yamaha CG-TA Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Yamaha CG-TA Review

Looking for an affordable spruce top guitar? Well, the Yamaha CG-TA might be your new best friend! Maybe you’re a performer who wants a brighter sound or maybe you’re a … Read more

Categories Classical

Yamaha CG192S Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Yamaha CG192S Review

If you’ve been looking to upgrade your classical guitar game, the Yamaha CG192S just might be the way to go. Maybe you’re looking for your first upgrade for yourself or … Read more

Categories Classical

Ortega R200 Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Ortega R200 Review

If you’ve been searching for a Spanish-made classical guitar, the Ortega R200 might make your dreams come true. Maybe you’re looking for an affordable upgrade or your first classical guitar … Read more

Categories Classical

Kremona Rosa Morena Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Kremona Rosa Morena Classical Guitar

If you’ve been looking for a flamenco style guitar, the Kremona Rosa Morena could be your perfect match. Maybe you’re a classical guitarist looking for a flamenco addition to your … Read more

Categories Classical

Cordoba C9 Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Cordoba C9 Guitar Review

If you’ve been trying to figure out whether the Cordoba C9 is the right classical guitar for you then I’m happy to say I can help. Maybe you’re looking or … Read more

Categories Classical

Cordoba C7 CD Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Cordoba C7 Classical Guitar Review

If you’ve been searching for an affordable new classical, you’re probably no stranger to Cordoba. Maybe you’re a beginner looking for your first guitar, or maybe you’re a more advanced … Read more

Categories Classical

7 Best Classical Guitars Under $2000

by Fiona
Best Classical Guitar Under $2000

If you’ve been searching for a great classical guitar under $2000 then I’m happy to say I’ve got your back. Maybe you’re looking for your first upgrade or maybe you … Read more

Categories Classical

Takamine TH5C Classical Guitar Review (Acoustic-Electric)

by Fiona
Takamine TH5C Review

If you’ve been reading reviews like it’s your job, trying to find the perfect classical guitar you just might have stumbled across it! Maybe you need an upgrade or maybe … Read more

Categories Classical

Takamine TC132SC Electro Acoustic Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Takamine TC132SC Review

Heard great things about Takamine guitars? Me too! If the time has come for you to upgrade your classical guitar, the Takamine TC132SC might just be the one for you. … Read more

Categories Classical

Alhambra 5P Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Alhambra 5P Review

If you’ve been searching for a new student classical guitar under $2000, then you’ve probably come across the Alhambra 5P. Maybe you think this could be the perfect first guitar … Read more

Categories Classical

Cordoba Solista CD Classical Acoustic Guitar Review

by Fiona
Cordoba Solista CD Review

Searching for the best new classical guitar? Luckily you’ve stumbled across the right corner of the internet to help you out. Maybe you’re like me and you love trying out … Read more

Categories Classical

Ortega Guitars R270F Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Ortega Guitars R270F Review

If you’ve been sifting through classical guitar reviews, trying to find the perfect one for you then I’m happy to say I can help you out. Maybe you’re looking for … Read more

Categories Classical

Cordoba C10 Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Cordoba C10 CD Review

If you think the Cordoba C10 could be your dream upgrade, you’ve come to the right place. Maybe you’re new to classical guitars or you’re looking for your first upgrade. … Read more

Categories Classical

Cordoba C12 SP Classical Guitar Review

by Fiona
Cordoba C12 Review

If you’ve been hunting for a great classical guitar for under $2000, you might just be in luck. Maybe you’re looking for a reasonably affordable upgrade, or maybe you’ve never … Read more

Categories Classical

5 Best Digital Guitars On The Market In 2022

by Evie
Best Digital Guitar Reviews

When some manufacturers picked up on digital tech for the electric guitar, they left a lot wanting.  Even though digital guitars have been out for a over decade, they’re still … Read more

Categories Electric

Best Guitar Stand Options – How To Choose The Right One?

by Davis Wilton Bader
Best Guitar Stands

Here’s a story that will strike a chord with most guitarists out there. You pack up all of your gear to go to a gig. Your guitar is in its … Read more

Categories Accessories

Grote 335 Semi-Hollow Electric Guitar Review (Hands On)

by Davis Wilton Bader
Grote 335 Hands-On Review

This week I was fortunate enough to get my hands on the much talked about Grote 335 semi-hollow electric guitar. As the name implies, the guitar is modeled after the … Read more

Categories Electric

How To Choose The Best Guitar Pick For Your Playing Style

by Davis Wilton Bader
How to Choose a Guitar Pick

Possibly the most overlooked piece of guitar gear is the humble guitar pick. It makes sense to me. When there are so many factors to consider that add up to … Read more

Categories Accessories, Guides

Best Guitar Cases: How To Choose The Right One For Your Needs

by Davis Wilton Bader
Best Guitar Cases

There are countless different guitar case models out there to choose from. How do you choose the right case for you? In this article I will go over four different … Read more

Categories Accessories

When To Change Your Guitar Strings & Why You Should

by Davis Wilton Bader
When to Replace Guitar Strings

Knowing when to change the strings on your guitar is one of the most essential and fundamental guitar maintenance skills that every guitarist should develop. The obvious follow-up question is: … Read more

Categories Accessories, Guides

6 Best Cheap Acoustic Guitars In 2022 (That Aren’t Junk)

by Davis Wilton Bader
Best Cheap Acoustic Guitar

There are many reasons one would be interested in the value of cheap guitars. Maybe you’re a beginner, your budget is tight, or you need a “beater” guitar to take … Read more

Categories Acoustic, Uncategorized

Firefly FFDCD Guitar Review (Hands On With Video Demo)

by Davis Wilton Bader
Firefly FFDCD Hands-On Review

Firefly guitars have been creating a lot of buzz in the guitar community as of late. So much so that getting your hands on one was actually difficult for a … Read more

Categories Electric

6 Best Acoustic Guitars Under $1500 In 2022 (Chosen By Musician)

by Davis Wilton Bader
Best Acoustic Guitar Under $1500

Ah, new acoustic guitar time. Isn’t it exciting?? Part of the fun is doing the research to figure out which model of acoustic guitar is going to best serve your … Read more

Categories Acoustic

Guitar Sizes (Different Sizes & How To Choose The Best One)

by Davis Wilton Bader
Guitar Sizes - How to Choose the right Guitar Size for Your Needs

It may seem obvious, but not all guitars are built the same. I’m not even talking about color, body shape, or aesthetics. I’m talking about size. The size of guitar … Read more

Categories Guitar

7 Useful Tips To Buying A Used Electric Guitar In 2022

by Davis Wilton Bader
Buying a Used Electric Guitar

You want to get a new guitar. Congrats! Fewer things get a guitarist more excited than the prospect of purchasing a new instrument. After all, new is better right? Not … Read more

Categories Electric, Guides

Electric Guitar Buying Guide: A Beginners Guide On How To Choose

by Evie
Electric Guitar Buying Guide

If you’re new to electric guitars, you may need a hand to hold while you learn as much as you can before you buy.  You mightn’t know where to start, … Read more

Categories Electric, Guides

5 Best 8-String Guitars On The Market In 2022 (All Budgets)

by Davis Wilton Bader
Best 8-String Guitar

There’s no way around it: 8-string guitars are beasts. If you are interested in getting one then your needs exceed the versatility and range needed in most traditional guitar based … Read more

Categories Electric

Best Hollow Body Guitar and Semi Hollow Guitars (Our Favorite 15 In 2022)

by Evie
Best Hollow and Semi-Hollow Body Guitars

Whether it’s jazzy licks, soulful blues, or Americana twang, a hollow body guitar can provide the folksy, roots rock, or swingin’ tones needed to give your playing some thick, resonant … Read more

Categories Electric

Best Electric Guitar Gig Bag In 2022: Includes Lightweight, Budget & Padded Bags

by Evie
Best Electric Guitar Gig Bag

Most casual players don’t think about protecting or transporting their electric guitars until they’re ready to walk out the door and hit the road.  While an electric guitar case may … Read more

Categories Accessories, Electric

5 Best 7-String Guitars In 2022

by Davis Wilton Bader
Best 7-String Guitar

So… Six strings aren’t enough for you anymore. Maybe you need that extended range in your next progressive metal song. Maybe you want to mimic bass lines while simultaneously playing … Read more

Categories Electric

Must-Have Electric Guitar Accessories & Wish-List Items

by Evie
Must-Have Electric Guitar Accessories & Wish-List Items

You might be a newb who just bought their first guitar, or you may be an intermediate or long-time player looking to branch away from the norm to experiment with … Read more

Categories Accessories, Electric

How to Set Up an Electric Guitar [Includes Video Demonstrations]

by Evie
How to Set Up an Electric Guitar

Having a “set up” electric guitar will unlock its full potential so that it plays and sounds like the guitar you’ve always dreamed of having. But, to get your guitar … Read more

Categories Electric, Guides

How to Clean an Electric Guitar Using Household & Professional Items

by Evie
How to Clean an Electric Guitar

With all the money and time that you’ve put into your electric guitar, give it a tune-up with a good cleaning to preserve its longevity and playability.  Whether it’s cleaning … Read more

Categories Electric, Guides

5 Best Guitars for Metal: The Top Hell-Raising Electric Guitars

by Trent 'The Sound Junky' Schug
Best Guitars for Metal

Are you ready to shred? Have you heard the call of Metallica and Lamb of God and are finally ready to join the ranks? Perhaps you were raised on a … Read more

Categories Electric

5 Best Jazz Guitars In 2022 (Our Top 5 Expressive Electric Guitars)

by Trent 'The Sound Junky' Schug
Best Jazz Guitar Reviews

Feel like playing some jazz music? Maybe improvising some of your own solos? If you feel drawn to artists like Ella Fitzgerald, Joe Pass, and Cab Calloway, then you need … Read more

Categories Electric

6 Best Blues Guitars On The Market In 2022

by Trent 'The Sound Junky' Schug
Best Blues Guitar Review

So you want to find the best blues guitar for playing the blues. Maybe you just picked up a guitar for the first time and want to sound like Muddy … Read more

Categories Electric

5 Best Rock Guitars: The Top Electric Guitars To Rock-Out On

by Trent 'The Sound Junky' Schug
Best Rock Guitar Reviews

Whether you’re inspired by Led Zeppelin, Jimi Hendrix, K.I.S.S., Queen, Nirvana, or even by the rock ‘n roll “The King” Elvis Presley, there’s a common theme that’s easy to identify … Read more

Categories Electric

8 Best Electric Guitars for Kids In 2022: Our Top Guitar Choices For Children

by Evie
Reviews of the Best Electric Guitar for Kids

So you’re in the market for an electric guitar for the aspiring young musician in your life. Maybe you’ve been hunting through pawn shops and local music stores and haven’t … Read more

Categories Electric

9 Best Intermediate Electric Guitars In 2022

by Davis Wilton Bader
Best Intermediate Electric Guitar - Reviews for Intermediate Players

There are several reasons why you’re in the market looking for an intermediate electric guitar.  The most common rationales are, you need an upgrade from your beginner electric guitar or … Read more

Categories Electric
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