Electric

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Are you an adult with smaller-than-average mitts?  Your hand size, arm span, and petite frame may be getting in the way of your playing style.  The diagnosis for your condition?  … Read more

Guitars made for hardcore travel are a completely different market of their own.  Everything changes from the body shape to hardware placement that all affects overall sound and tone. Some … Read more

You have room to splurge on the absolute best the market has to offer.  It’s not quite enough for original and custom signature models, but you do have the best … Read more

With $1500, you’re finally in mid-level and premium range. Collector’s items, signature guitar models, and high-end features are plenty.  If you’re perusing this market, it’s likely not your first-time buy … Read more

Are you having trouble deciding between a cheap electric guitar or pushing the budget a little more?  You’d be surprised with what $300 can get you.  It may be a … Read more

Five hundred bucks is heck of a lot of money, but it’s really not far from entry-level quality in the guitar industry.  But, there are some popular gems from the … Read more

Looking for a better-than-average beginner guitar?  Are there any real, cheap guitars that don’t suck?  Of course, there are! Since we define cheap only in price and not in quality, … Read more

So, you’re ready to take on the master strokes of Eddie Van Halen, Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and other greats?  Hold your horses, buddy.  You must start from the beginning.  … Read more

Are you looking for a studio worthy electric guitar?  Eager to get playing on stage with a ripped machine?  With $1000 to splurge, you have your pickings of the mid-range … Read more

The best electric guitar strings will go a long way in playability, playing technique, projection, sound, and tone.  Many may not know the ins and outs of what it takes … Read more