Guitar

I have worked with a lot of people and taught many guitar lessons. I like to ask people what they are having trouble with so I can figure out where to start with them. I have noticed some common themes over the years when people answer that question. Many of the “problems” people identify as […]

The best acoustic guitars are known for their rich, deep and distinct tones. Manufacturers often hype their choice of tonewoods over other brands for just this reason. Mahogany for its bright projection, spruce for that classic twang, exotics for a unique sound and big price tag, and so on. The shape of your guitar also […]

Getting the best sound out your guitar can be a journey. Many different factors contribute to great guitar sound and playability. Everything from the fretboard, type of wood, and shape of the neck have an impact. But when it comes down to it, the strings you use will affect your guitar playing more noticeably and […]

Have you ever struggled to tune your guitar by ear? Or had one of your bandmates ask, “are you sure you’re in tune?” Or thought to yourself that something about your sound just seems off? Or you just put some new strings on your guitar and you’re tired of completely retuning every five minutes? Even the […]

If you’re shopping for a good acoustic guitar, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by all the different kinds of guitars out there. Nylon or steel strings? Solid wood or laminate? What about cutaways and electronics? There are also a wide variety of acoustic guitar types and body styles to choose from, and it’s important to […]

So you’ve been admiring some awesome acoustic guitars and are finally ready to purchase your own personal instrument. You’ve read the reviews, been to your local music store and spent countless hours poring over product information only to realize that there are hundreds of brands to choose from and you have no idea which is […]

So you love the classic and melodic sound of great acoustic guitars, but you want to play LOUD, or possibly just be heard all the way to the back of the crowded venue? A good acoustic-electric guitar may be just the compromise you’ve been looking for. For those of you who don’t know, an acoustic-electric […]

If you want to produce that deep, rich and versatile acoustic guitar sound, you’re going to need a quality instrument to show off your skills and help build new ones. Whether jamming with a group or accompanying a single vocalist, guitar players know that their strumming is the heart and soul of any melody. As it […]

So you want to learn acoustic guitar, but you’re on a budget and you’re wondering which guitars provide the best value for your money? Or maybe you’re looking for an inexpensive travel or practice guitar that you can use in place of your studio or home model without worrying about damage? Luckily, some of the best […]

Whether you’re strumming through a quiet evening around a campfire or shredding during a raucous jam session with a group of friends, few instruments are as essential and versatile to the creation of great music as a good guitar. A good acoustic guitar will grow with you musically and provide hours of song-building and years […]

Whether it’s a campfire cookout, an impromptu jam session with friends in a garage or just a quiet afternoon to let out your artistic side in the park, having a great acoustic guitar that travels easily while maintaining a quality sound can certainly come in handy. And when it comes to the best travel guitars, […]

Any musician who travels knows the struggle. That beautiful, full-sized acoustic that you love just doesn’t quite work on the road. It’s bulky and heavy to carry around. It takes up too much room in the trunk, or they won’t let you bring it on the plane, forcing you to pay outrageous prices to throw […]

Every guitarist, whether you have been playing for years or you just started last month, occasionally gets into a rut or a slump. It doesn’t matter if you have been playing 30 years, there is going to come a time that you are going to get stuck It has happened to me. I feel like […]