Okay, let me ask you this – “What acoustic guitar would you buy if you had $3000 right now?” Most of you will land on something like a Gibson J-45 or Martin D28 Standard, or maybe a flagship Grand Auditorium from Taylor. The reason is simple! You really can’t go wrong with these. But what … Read more
It looks cool, no doubt! Playing awesome drum grooves on the guitar on top of chords and melodic lines – Sounding like 3 different instruments when there’s only one guitar and one YOU! But wait! Where do you start? Of course, no one starts by playing “Neon” or “Overload.” You have to begin with some … Read more
Pickups are a fairly common occurrence in steel-string acoustic guitars. But what if you want to amplify a nylon-string classical guitar? Can you put a pickup on a classical guitar as well? For starters, you can always use an external mic and a PA system. But with that comes the problem of annoying feedback upon … Read more
Dreadnought vs Grand Auditorium Guitars – Is it like comparing apples to oranges? Or is there a clear distinction in the applications of these acoustic guitar body shapes? Well, keep reading! You’ll learn exactly what the differences are, and if one guitar shape is really meant for one style of playing. Let’s begin! What is … Read more
What’s the first thought that comes to your mind when you hear the name “Taylor Guitars”? Surely something along the lines of “high-end,” “royalty,” or maybe even “can’t afford.” But what about “value for money”? No, I’ve not gone crazy! Here are the best Taylor guitars for the money. Each one is priced under $1000 … Read more
Welcome to the battle of the BIG guys! In this article, I’ll talk about everything you need to know about the Dreadnought vs. Jumbo Guitar debate. The Dreadnought and Jumbo are two very popular body shapes for acoustic guitars. Now, if you’re struggling to decide between the two, I’ve prepared this guide that outlines all … Read more
The pedal steel guitar is one of the more underrated members of the guitar family. But you cannot deny that its charisma is undeniable. The instrument first gained recognition in the 19th century in Hawaii, quickly gaining popularity in the United States in the early 20th century. I’ve always been charmed by the allure of … Read more
If you are about to throw steel strings on your Classical guitar, STOP right there! You‘ve probably heard that classical guitars are designed to be used with nylon strings. Now, if a classical guitar is the only instrument you have, you might be curious to try steel strings on it. So, can you put steel … Read more
If you own an electric guitar, you have a myriad of amps to choose from. The same applies to an acoustic guitar as well, but with a caveat. Chances are that if you own both an electric and acoustic guitar, you’ve probably noticed that there are separate amps for both. Perhaps you’re wondering which one … Read more
Welcome to our updated shootout of the Best Electric Guitars in 2023! To us, an electric guitar doesn’t need to be expensive to be great. As long as it gets you the sound you need and lets you express your musical creativity, it’s the ‘right’ guitar for you. When curating this roundup, we’ve particularly considered … Read more
Traditional Chinese music has had a rich and diverse history; and a very different one from the Western world. The fact that China remained isolationist for centuries, their musical culture didn’t spread much outside of the Sinosphere. This is what makes traditional Chinese instruments even more special. Chinese String Instruments can be broadly classified into … Read more
Mexican music is extremely diverse with a wide variety of instruments, genres, and styles. Interestingly enough, modern Mexican music is a blend of traditional Folk and Mariachi styles with all sorts of European influences such as cultural Spanish music and German Polka. Well, a lot of you might recognize iconic Mexican songs like La Bamba … Read more
Quality guitars at “budget” prices or cheap Gibson knock-offs? – Every guitar player’s dilemma when it comes to Epiphone guitars. But no matter which side of the debate you stand in, you have to admit that Epiphone has established itself as a leading guitar manufacturer. I’ve played dozens of Epis in the last decade, from … Read more
Flamenco has its roots in the streets of Andalusia, Spain where it has been a traditional art form for several centuries. Performances only involved singing back then with dancing as an accompaniment. It was only around the early 20th century that the guitar was made an integral part of Flamenco. Then there came a wave … Read more
Classical guitar might seem intimidating for someone who has only played a steel-string acoustic or electric guitar before. You might have already heard that classical guitarists have long nails. But do you really need to grow fingernails? Can you play classical guitar without nails? The short answer is – Yes. You don’t have to grow … Read more
Mexican and Latin American Songs are a blend of traditional culture and the influences brought by the Spanish during colloquial times. Modern Mexican music is the evolution of indigenous sounds combined with virtually all the European and Eastern instruments brought into Mexico. The world is already familiar with iconic Mexican songs like Oye cómo va, … Read more
Classical Guitar is not the same thing as an Acoustic Guitar but with nylon strings instead. Higher action, flat-radius fingerboard, wider string spacing, and most importantly, the softer nylon strings make it vastly different in terms of playability and technique. But do you really need to grow fingernails to play it? Can you play classical … Read more
“The electric bass is such a big instrument, I have small hands; Can I even play it?” “I have small fingers, I won’t be able to stretch my hands so much!” If you’re getting discouraged with thoughts like these, then this article is going to make you feel super-motivated. I’ll be going over the 5 … Read more
Flamenco is a specific style of guitar that’s slightly different from nylon string classical guitar. Flamenco guitars are characterized by a sharp and loud attack with a swift decay causing an aggressive and percussive tonality. But what if you don’t have a nylon string with you? Can You Play Flamenco on a Steel String Guitar? … Read more
If you have small hands or short fingers, trust me, you’re NOT at a disadvantage. You may have to find the right guitar and the right technique, but you certainly can play like your favorite artists. Angus Young, Danny Gatton, and Paul Simon don’t have the longest fingers. Despite that, all of them are formidable … Read more