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10 Best Rock Guitarists on My List That Might Inspire You

10 Best Rock Guitarists on My List That Might Inspire You

The problem with any Top 10 Rock Guitarists list is that it’s very difficult to be subjective. For example, one person might prefer a certain guitarist over another because of a particular song or concert they attended. The other way...

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Do You Need an Amp for an Electric Guitar

Do You Need an Amp for an Electric Guitar

For those of you who are a little short on time, I’ll get straight to the answer… technically, an electric guitar does not need an amplifier to be played. However, to get the most out of your playing and the...

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How Long Does It Take To Learn Guitar

How Long Does It Take To Learn Guitar

Before I get to the average time it takes a beginner to learn the various stages of playing guitar I have to mention that every player is different. Some have more dedication, more free time, more natural musical aptitude, etc.,...

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What You Need to Know: Reverse Headstock Guitars

What You Need to Know: Reverse Headstock Guitars

I'll start with a quick guitar trivia question... What do Richie Sambora, Jeff Beck, Joe Perry, John Mayer, Kirk Hammett, Phil Collen, Richard Fortus, and Michael Hampton all have in common? Answer: they all predominantly or occasionally play guitars with...

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Best Way to Paint and Finish a DIY Guitar without Specialist Tools

Best Way to Paint and Finish a DIY Guitar without Specialist Tools

Many guitarists and avid DIYers dream of building their very own guitar. The satisfaction of creating a playable, great sounding, and beautiful-looking instrument is immensely rewarding. However, one of the most common concerns is “How good will I get the...

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Is Building Your Own Electric Guitar Cheaper than Buying One?

Is Building Your Own Electric Guitar Cheaper than Buying One?

Average-quality electric guitars start at around $150, but is there a cheaper way to get yourself a half-decent sounding, playing, and looking guitar, such as building it yourself? Let’s find out… Is building an electric guitar yourself cheaper than simply...

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Piezo Pickups - What You Need To Know

Piezo Pickups - What You Need To Know

Piezo pickups - some guitarists love them, some hate them. To be 100% honest, I am not a fan of using a piezo pickup to record acoustic guitars, but for playing either an acoustic, or a hybrid electric that you...

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Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Electric Guitar Saddles

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about Electric Guitar Saddles

In terms of size, your electric guitar saddles are one of the smallest component parts of your guitar. But size isn’t everything, and these small, insignificant pieces of metal play a critical role in both the playability and tone of...

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The Ultimate Guide to Building Your Dream Guitar

The Ultimate Guide to Building Your Dream Guitar

Chances are that if you’re here, you’re playing with the idea of making your dream axe a reality. Well, let me tell you that in this post we’ll discuss everything you need to know about taking this bold step forward....

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Are DIY Guitar Kits worth the money?

Are DIY Guitar Kits worth the money?

Guitar kits are a very appealing option for DIY enthusiasts and guitar players. And are a great stepping stone if you are thinking of building a more complex guitar in the future, or they could just be a one-time project....

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How Hard is it to Build an Electric Guitar?

How Hard is it to Build an Electric Guitar?

Have you been thinking about building your very own electric guitar? For lots of guitarists, it’s a dream to build exactly what they want and to create it themselves. But so many never get any further than thinking about it...

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How to Become a Guitar Luthier and Is It the Right Job for You?

How to Become a Guitar Luthier and Is It the Right Job for You?

Do you love woodwork and using your hands to make things? Are you a huge fan of music and everything to do with it? Are you looking for an exciting career that could involve you building instruments for some of...

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Electric Guitar History: Most Commonly Asked Questions & Interesting Answers

Electric Guitar History: Most Commonly Asked Questions & Interesting Answers

The electric guitar is the most iconic instrument in history. Without it, there would be no rock and roll, no British Invasion, no counter-culture revolution, no Woodstock, no Glastonbury, no Lollapalooza, in fact, live music just wouldn’t be anywhere near...

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How to Clean a Guitar?

How to Clean a Guitar?

You might know how to clean greasy guitar strings or dirty guitar pots, but do you know how to clean the rest of the electronics or the fretboard? Well, worry not because you’re about to learn how to clean a...

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How to Clean Guitar Strings

How to Clean Guitar Strings

This is the ultimate guide for you to learn how to clean guitar strings at home. I’ll guide you through the methods, the products, and the best insider tips to enjoy your guitar strings at their best for the longest...

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