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If you’re a guitar player with small hands and short fingers, then you know just how hard it can be sometimes. Stretching your fingers for certain chord shapes, or just…

It’s not every day that the world loses one of their pioneers of the Rock n’ Roll music as we all know it. Chuck Berry truly changed the world of…

If you’ve ever been in the market for a guitar, you probably noticed that different models vary significantly in price. And the largest contributing factor to this is where the…

This post is a guest contribution from Jacob Sobolev of Rock Guitar Universe We’ve seen countless times how vintage guitars can reach prices that are sometimes double the price of…

You’ve spent countless hours practicing how to play all your favorite songs on guitar. Now you think you’re ready for a new challenge. Namely, you want to write your own…

Finding the best baritone guitars can be difficult when there are literally thousands of options available on the market today. In this article, we’ll be reviewing 7 of the best…

If you’re a beginner looking to buy your first guitar, it can be difficult to know exactly where to start. Guitars can come in tons of different shapes, sizes, and…

Everyone can conjure to mind the smallest guitar, the humble ukulele. As you keep going up the totem pole, so to speak, guitars will get bigger and bigger, including jumbo…

You already play guitar, but one instrument that has always piqued your interest is the ukulele. You love the sound of it, and you feel like the learning curve might…

Are you a guitar player interested in recording yourself play? Well, there has never been a better time to be a guitar player. Whether you want to make a full…

Recording at home is a beautiful thing, or at least, you thought it was. Then you go to listen to the finished product. The way the sound echoes, bounces, and…

If you’ve ever been to a  guitar store, then there’s no doubt you’ve heard someone playing the opening the Stairway to Heaven on a demo guitar.  It seems as though…

Stratocasters first arrived on the music scene in the mid-50s. Since then, they have have been wildly popular in all styles of music.  Having three different pickups and five different…

You’ve got some basic chords down pat, but when it comes to putting all your knowledge together into a song, it seems to take you forever. Maybe you can get…

In this guide, we’re going to be reviewing our picks for the best semi-hollow and hollow-body guitars on the market. Semi-hollow body guitars are known for bridging the gap between…

The Fender Stratocaster has been a staple in modern music since the mid-50s. In fact, a good amount of the most well-known rock, blues, and country songs were recorded with…

There are so many factors that will influence which electric guitar you buy: looks, sound, features, brand familiarity. Undoubtedly, one of the top factors is price. While you wish you…

If you’re serious about playing metal or djent guitar, then 6 strings just aren’t going to cut it for certain songs. Eventually, you’re going to need to upgrade to a…

When it comes to getting the best sounds from your guitar, sometimes you just don’t hear all the nuances without a pair of headphones. However, using cheap headphones for your…

How to Start Gigging as a Guitarist (Essential Steps And Tips) Are You Ready to Start Gigging as a Guitarist? If you ask yourself this question, you might say “No”.…

You’ve played your guitar for years. In that time, you got a lot of good use out of it. Still, you’ve decided to move onto greener pastures. You’d love to…

Have you ever wondered how to become a guitar teacher? How would you even begin? What kind of gear would you need? Where would you find students? Even if you’ve…

If you’ve ever looked at an acoustic guitar before and compared it to an electric one, a key difference you’ll have seen is the lack of sound holes in the…

If you’re a guitar player who learns best by actually playing songs, then guitar tablature can be your best friend if used properly.  Guitar tabs can be a great way…

How Long Does it Take to Learn Guitar? Let’s be honest. Playing guitar is not that easy, and it takes time to get good at it. Especially in the beginning…

If you’re a guitar player, then you’ll surely experience a time when your guitar strings break.  Hopefully, it doesn’t happen while you’re performing live, but it’s inevitable that you’ll break…

Have you ever wondered whether you can play the electric guitar without an amp? Obviously, you can strum the guitar without it being plugged in and it will make some…

If you are new to playing the guitar, you might be a bit nervous about having to learn theory in order to read music. Studying notes, finger placement and sheet…

If you’re a guitar player, then there’s a good chance that you’ve also considered dabbling in bass guitar at some point since they’re so similar. Whether you’re recording a song…

If you want to play a musical instrument and you can’t decide between the bass and the guitar, then you have some thinking (and research) to do! The two are…

While guitar playing has always been one of my main passions, one of the other things that I’m kind of freaky about is high-fidelity sound in general. I have always…

If you’re interested in learning how to play the guitar, then it’s likely that you’ll have to look around for guitar lessons at some point. And while lessons are necessary…

Learning how to clean a guitar is an essential skill that every guitar player should know how to do. Cleaning your guitar is one of the most important aspects of…

Playing the guitar usually doesn’t require you to consider any cosmetic variables. However, your fingernails are the exception to this rule, as they are an extension of your fingertips. Growing…

In this article, you’ll learn everything you need to know about cheap vs expensive electric guitars. This comprehensive guide will break down all of the differences between cheap and expensive…

If you just bought a brand new guitar, then the first thing you should do is get a professional guitar setup to ensure that it plays optimally. In this article,…

If you’re a guitar enthusiast, then there’s a good chance you’ll have to sell one of your guitars online at some point in your career. Whether you’re graduating from your…

If you are a guitar enthusiast who’s looking for a specific model of guitar, or someone who’s looking to save some money, buying guitars online is the way to go.…

If you’re interested in learning how to play the guitar, an essential skill that is often overlooked is how to hold the guitar While it may seem like a no…

One of the most common questions that I get from musicians who are new to traveling is “are guitars allowed on airplanes?” In this post, you’ll learn about all of…

If you’re in the market for a new guitar, the first question that comes to mind is probably, “how much does an electric guitar cost?” Choosing the right electric guitar…

With the rapid growth in technology, there has never been a better time to start learning the guitar. Rocksmith is an interesting attempt to make learning guitar more fun and…

It can be difficult to determine how often you should change your guitar strings. It may be tedious, but frequently changing your strings will ensure that your guitar plays and…

Learning how to store a guitar properly is essential if you want to keep it in pristine playing condition for years to come. Far too often, guitars suffer from permanent…

Deciding whether you should buy a used electric guitar or a new one can be difficult. On one hand, you have the opportunity to snipe a deal on an amazing…

The ESP LTD brand has an outstanding reputation for delivering quality electric guitars at affordable prices. Out of their entire line of guitars, the ESP LTD EC-1000 Deluxe is among…

In this article, you’re going to learn all of the different parts of an electric guitar that have the biggest effect on guitar tone. There are literally thousands of different…

If you’re a musician who lives in an apartment with roommates, then being able to play your electric guitar through headphones is essential. Luckily, with today’s technology, there are plenty…

If you’re in the market for a new guitar, then understanding which electric guitar brands have the best resale value can help save you a lot of trouble down the…

Guitar weight is a factor that people often overlook when they’re purchasing a new guitar. However, it can actually make or break your entire experience playing the instrument if you…

Earning a living with guitar videos on Youtube can feel like it’s next to impossible. However, it can definitely be done as long as you diversify your income streams. The…

As someone who has been playing guitar for over 10 years, I can definitely say that there some essential guitar accessories that I wish I knew about sooner, as they…

If you’re a musician who just started making guitar videos on YouTube, you’ve probably noticed that it can be really difficult to gain any traction on the platform. Have you…

Finding the best electric guitar strings for your instrument is just as important as choosing the right guitar itself. After all, the strings are your primary way of interacting with…

The electric guitar fretboard wood often referred to as the fingerboard,  is one of the main factors I look at when picking out a guitar. It is arguably one of…