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Changing Guitar Strings: Perfect this Easy Guitar Mod

Changing Guitar Strings: Perfect this Easy Guitar Mod

Changing your guitar strings can feel intimidating for a new guitarist. Don’t let it scare you, though. It's one of the simplest and easiest mods on your instrument. Briefly, the basic steps to change your strings are all the same...

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How to Change the Nut on a Les Paul or SG

How to Change the Nut on a Les Paul or SG

Are the notes on the first fret of your guitar buzzing out? Are you having tuning issues? Or, are you looking for an inexpensive, but highly effective way to improve the playability and sound of your guitar? If so, then...

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Simple Guitar Mods You Can Use to Upgrade Your Guitar Tone & Feel

Simple Guitar Mods You Can Use to Upgrade Your Guitar Tone & Feel

Let’s assume that you own a solid guitar, a decent amp, and a good set of pedal effects, yet you are still somewhat dissatisfied with your tone. You’re not alone because thousands of guitar players feel underwhelmed by what can...

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How to Install Tuning Machines on a Guitar in 9 Easy Steps

How to Install Tuning Machines on a Guitar in 9 Easy Steps

Removing, cleaning, and installing replacement guitar tuning machines is a routine process for most guitar players. Pegs corrode and lose efficiency over time, so that might be the reason if you’ve been wondering why your guitar won’t stay in tune...

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The Different Types of Electric Guitars - A Quick Guide

The Different Types of Electric Guitars - A Quick Guide

Been playing acoustic guitar for a while and thinking of buying your first electric guitar? Or, have you decided to start learning on an electric but are not sure what to buy? Trying to upgrade your guitar parts but have...

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How to Change the Nut on a Stratocaster or Telecaster

How to Change the Nut on a Stratocaster or Telecaster

Are you having tuning issues? Are the notes on the first fret starting to buzz out? Or, are you simply looking for an inexpensive, yet highly effective way to improve the sound and playability of your guitar? Then it’s probably...

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Guitar Intonation - A Beginner’s Guide

Guitar Intonation - A Beginner’s Guide

You’ve just tuned your guitar to perfection using a quality tuner and then you start playing your favorite solo up the neck and something doesn’t sound quite right. You recheck the tuning, and every string is perfectly in tune, so...

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Guitar Parts Shop 101: How to Choose Tuning Machines for Your Guitar?

Guitar Parts Shop 101: How to Choose Tuning Machines for Your Guitar?

Guitar tuners are a crucial part of this instrument, but sadly, most players neglect the importance of having a quality set installed in the headstock. A proper set can make tuning a guitar a breeze, and keep your strings in...

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Everything You Need To Know About Guitar Tuning Machines

Everything You Need To Know About Guitar Tuning Machines

If you hear new-age guitarists talk about tuners, they probably mean guitar-tuning devices and apps. However, this term used to have a different meaning. A properly tuned guitar will sound at its finest, and the prerequisite for that is having...

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7 Easy Guitar Mods That Will Make Your Guitar Sound Better Than Ever

7 Easy Guitar Mods That Will Make Your Guitar Sound Better Than Ever

Most of us love our guitars and are generally happy with how they sound. But are there any easy things you can do to make your guitar sound better than it does? Well, the answer is a definite yes. Regardless...

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Guitar Chronicles: A General Look at its Historical Milestones

Guitar Chronicles: A General Look at its Historical Milestones

You’re here because you’re a little curious about the history of the guitar. Although not necessary, there are many great guitarists out there who still don’t know how the instrument was discovered. So in this article, we’ll give you a...

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Rubber Bridge Guitar Explained: How It Sounds, Who Uses It, Why You Should Get One

Rubber Bridge Guitar Explained: How It Sounds, Who Uses It, Why You Should Get One

The world of guitar tech is constantly evolving. From sophisticated optical pickups and quirky-looking guitars with 10+ strings to simpler innovations like capos, we’re seeing accessories reshape the meaning of “utility” in this space. One of the latest inventions is...

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Guitar Anatomy 101 - What are Different Parts of A Guitar Called?

Guitar Anatomy 101 - What are Different Parts of A Guitar Called?

Most of us take our instruments for granted. Yes, we very rarely stop to think about what guitar parts do and how we can enhance them for a better performance and sound. Well, that was until today, because this is...

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