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Posted September 11, 2017

How To Build a Parts Guitar

 

Being able to spec out your instrument with all the electronics and features you want is a cool way to learn what goes into making guitars. In this article, we will go over the basics of building your own guitar, mainly with some things to keep in mind before you embark on this journey.

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Posted August 1, 2017

10 Great Pedals Under $100

There are simply too many guitar pedals to list here so I've gathered just a few of my favorites. From overdrives to tremolo and delays, these are some of the best bang-for-your-buck stomp boxes around. And yes, I know there are more than 10 pedals on this list! 10 just sounds better. Read on!  

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Posted July 19, 2017

4 Super Small Amps with Super Big Tone

Have you ever wanted to play sweet slow jams in your bedroom without disturbing the rest of the house? Or maybe you just want a portable traveling amp so that the next time you go camping, you can impress everyone with some outdoor riffs. These are the "Fab Four" of very small amps with surprisingly great tone. 

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Posted July 10, 2017

5 Famous Artists and their Famous Guitars

It's arguable that the instruments here were responsible for immortalizing the artists that played them. From dusty strats, to custom-built axes, these are five famous guitars, and the stories behind them.

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Posted April 12, 2017

Paul Reed Smith S2 Series Artists


While options for a new guitar seem limitless, there is one company that continually pushes the envelope on design, sound, class and playability: Paul Reed Smith. In 2013, PRS created the S2 series, standing for “Stevensville 2,” which is a line of guitars made inside their Stevensville, MD workshop.

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Posted February 1, 2017

11 Most Innovative Guitar Brands You've Never Heard Of

 

We’ve found 11 of the most innovative guitar brands in the world right now that are challenging the long held standards of what a guitar should be. The big guitar brands in the world should start taking notice unless they want to find themselves lagging behind in a world of endless innovation. 

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Posted October 6, 2016

Gotta Try It #9

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Posted October 4, 2016

What to Do When Buying a Used Guitar

 

Whether you're new to the guitar or a seasoned player, there comes a time when you have to decide what kind of guitar you want to buy. First decision is whether you want an acoustic or electric. Once you've made this decision, your next step is to think about whether to go with a new guitar or a used one.

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Posted September 19, 2016

Gotta Try it #6

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Posted June 30, 2016

The Beginner's Guide to Gear

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You want your sound to be comparable to that of the players who inspired you to take up the guitar in the first place. But how to take things to the next level? The answer is gear.

The following are 6 essential pieces of gear to help you as you set out to create your own sound. They are suggested with the beginner in mind. 

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Posted June 4, 2015

13 Boutique Guitar Companies We Love

I’m not one to avoid big companies, especially when it comes to guitar gear. Because they’re big for a reason. Namely, they make products that a lot of people want and are willing to pay good money for. But what about those we might have never heard of?

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Posted May 1, 2015

Choosing Strings for the Best Electric Guitar Experience

Having trouble deciding what strings to use for your electric guitar? Check out this handy guide from our friends at Strings By Mail!

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Posted February 19, 2015

Battle of the Instruments: Guitar V. Piano

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Posted February 13, 2015

Nothing Says I Love You like FREE GEAR

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Posted February 2, 2015

Neglected Gear By Strings By Mail



This video series can help you solve that problem.

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