Andy Fraser 
You’ve spent hours practicing and learning new songs, you’re improving.. so why does your guitar still sound bad? It’s a problem most guitarists have been through. A good sounding guitar can inspire you to keep playing. But a bad sounding one can ruin your motivation. The good news is that in most cases there are …
Legendary amp makers Soldano has just announced the launch of the ASTRO-20, a new 20-watt tube amplifier that promises to deliver the coveted Soldano lead tone in a flexible, compact and affordable format. At just 20 watts, the ASTRO-20 is significantly lower powered than Soldano’s flagship Super Lead heads, making it easier to push the …
Should you buy a used guitar? Or stick to a new one? You can get some great bargains buying used. Out of all the guitars I own my favorites were bought 2nd hand. But there’s no denying it’s more risky. There’s no safety net of a manufacturers warranty or being able to replace it if …
Martin Guitar, the iconic American acoustic guitar manufacturer, has just marked a major milestone – 190 years in business. To celebrate this impressive achievement, the company has announced the release of a special anniversary model guitar, the D-19 190th Anniversary. Martin Guitar was founded in 1833 by Christian Frederick Martin, who had emigrated from Germany …
Gibson has just announced the release of two new Les Paul electric guitar models designed specifically for younger players and those with smaller hands. The Les Paul Modern Lite and Les Paul Modern Figured aim to bring the classic Les Paul experience to a new generation of guitarists. The Les Paul Modern Lite retains the …
Alvarez Guitars has unveiled an extensive revamp of their flagship Masterworks series acoustic guitar line for 2024. The legendary guitar maker will add several new model variations and introduce major upgrades aimed at enhancing sound, playability and aesthetics across the range. The 2024 Masterworks series will be comprised of 26 total models, representing a significant …
Before deciding to learn guitar it’s good to know how hard it is. And the honest answer is yes, learning guitar is hard. It requires consistent practice, dedication and putting in a lot of hours. It may look easy when you see people play, even just basic strumming, but it really isn’t. I don’t say …
Mesa Boogie amplifiers have an impressive history. From humble beginnings they have grown to be a huge name within the guitar world. Having quickly become known for their high gain and heavy sound their amps have been and are used by some of the biggest names in rock and metal. But are they just boutique …
It’s always surprising to learn about hidden talents of celebrities. So prepare to be pleasantly surprised as we shine a spotlight on the stars who not only captivate us on screen but also can hold their own with a guitar. Many celebrities have learned to play the guitar and some of them are pretty good! …
Knowing how long to practice guitar can be frustrating. Do you really need to put in long hours to improve? I’ve always been interested in how long other guitarists practice for. To see whether I’m in the same area or more/less than the average. So I decided to look at what everyone was doing. I …