Choosing new strings for your instrument is always one of the two – Either you have a go-to brand that you buy without any second thought, or you mindlessly scroll through the endless catalog of strings available. Of course, that applies when deciding upon the best acoustic bass strings as well! If you fall into … Read more
So, you just got your first nylon string guitar and are excited to start with Flamenco guitar? Here’s a list of 10+ Easy Flamenco Guitar Songs to get you started. Flamenco is not the same as Spanish Guitar. A lot of techniques of the latter apply to Flamenco guitar, but not vice-versa. Purists don’t traditionally … Read more
I’ve tinkered with a lot of Fender amps in the past. And after thorough exploration and research, I’m excited to share my favorite picks with you! As a fellow bedroom guitarist myself, I understand the importance of finding an amp that can deliver exceptional tone and versatility in a compact and practical package. The number … Read more
When I first saw my friends playing the bass, I thought it sounded really cool! And then I picked one up. Needless to say, my initial moments with this behemoth of an instrument didn’t go very well. Within a few minutes, I was back to playing guitar again. This is my story, but it need … Read more
This article introduces you to 30 Advanced Acoustic Guitar Songs that will take your guitar skills to a level where most guitarists dream to be at. A few pointers before we jump on to the list: As you might have guessed, we are mainly talking about solo acoustic guitar songs that are must-have additions to … Read more
Gibson and Martin – Two household names in the guitar world. What happens when their alpha-dreads face off? Two flagship standards. Two super-classics. Any acoustic aficionado would like to have both guitars in their arsenal. But of course, that’s not possible for most of us. But how do you even decide which one is better … Read more
I’ve played a lot of cheap electric basses, and most either sound ugly or are a nightmare to play. But the Yamaha TRBX174 is not one of them. Well, here’s my Yamaha TRBX174 review! The Yamaha TRBX174 is the most economical electric bass in the TRBX lineup. It borrows quite a few elements from its … Read more
When you’re a legit guitar tone seeker like me, deciding between two of the best acoustic guitar shapes out there is not an easy task! We weigh up the pros and cons between dreadnought vs 000 guitars so you can decide which one’s right for you. Let’s discuss everything about these two titans of acoustic … Read more
Dreadnoughts and OM guitars are two of the most popular acoustic guitar body types in the market today. Why is that? And which one should you get? Most importantly, which one fits your style best? Here’s everything you need to know about Dreadnought vs OM Guitars! What is a Dreadnought Guitar? Dreadnought guitars were developed … Read more
Japan’s music differs vastly from Western music, both in its sound and the rich history behind it. While many of you might be familiar with J-pop or game music, the real beauty lies in the centuries of history and culture where the true identity of Japanese music lies. Japan witnesses a plethora of wind, string … Read more
Before talking about the Best Fingerstyle Guitarists, let’s talk a bit about Fingerstyle Guitar. Fingerstyle refers to any style of guitar involving the use of fingers and thumb, and is now associated with a wide variety of styles and genres of music. These include Classical music, Travis picking, Folk music to even pop and fingerstyle … Read more
The 80s was an exciting time to be a guitarist. Everyone was trying to outdo each other with better riffs, faster licks, and soaring solos. This was hair metal at its best. It was akin to gunslingers in the Wild West trying to show everyone who was the better shot. In the midst of it … Read more
Acoustic basses might not be the best deal when it comes to intense jam sessions with a bunch of friends, but sometimes, all you want is to pick up your instrument and have fun with it. It’s not feasible to take your amp, cables & pedals everywhere with you, and that’s where having an acoustic … Read more
You might not see many pros use a 3/4-sized guitar on stage, but let me tell you that it’s more than just a kids’ instrument. Even if you’re an adult or a student, you can still enjoy these scaled-down versions of your favorite electrics. Not only that, 3/4 guitars are an excellent choice for travelers … Read more
In this Sustainiac Pickup Review, we will take an in-depth look at this infinite sustainer pickup and discuss whether it’s practical for you as a musician. Unlike compression pedals or EBows, Sustaniac is designed to replace the neck pickup on your guitar directly. This means that you’d be sacrificing a ‘normal’ neck pickup in lieu … Read more
Most Harley Bentons are excellent guitars, especially their higher range models, which by the way still have mid-range prices. Some of their models come with features found only in professional range guitars, such as stainless steel frets, locking tuners, and coil-split wiring. In this post, I’ll share some of my personal experiences with Harley Benton … Read more
Founded by German immigrant Christian Frederick Martin Sr. – Martin Guitars has been uninterruptedly family-owned for six generations. Loved by artists all over the world, Martin has helped define almost all genres of music, from country to blues, folk, and rock. To ensure an honest worth for what you pay, and to retain the magic … Read more
If you’re like me, you often rely on a smartphone app to tune your guitar. It’s just so convenient and seems to work fine for the most part. However, things change quite a bit when you’re in a noisy environment. Now, if you (and your poor tuner app) have been annoyed by your neighbor’s dog … Read more
Ever since you heard that there exist separate amps for electric basses, you might be wondering if you really need another amplifier. What if you just want to put off amp shopping for some time later? Maybe you don’t want to annoy everybody around you, or just don’t have enough money at the moment, which … Read more
Back in the day, you would be lugging huge pieces of gear if you wanted your bass to be heard in a crowd. Fortunately, amplifiers these days have gotten less enormous and at the same time, more powerful. This means that you can spend time preparing for the performance instead of worrying about how you … Read more