Andy Fraser 
Squier are probably the biggest entry level guitar brand. Owned by Fender, they account for so many first time guitars for beginners or those looking for an affordable but decent instrument. But are Squier guitars good? They are hugely popular with those looking to buy their first guitar and want a good entry point. And …
What do you do if you love the Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifier sound but can’t afford the real thing? Or want to get Mesa Boogie tones at sensible volume? You buy the Mesa Boogie V-Twin pedal, of course! At least that’s what I did, anyway. As much as I wanted one I thought trying to …
The Fender Esquire is often forgotten and overlooked but it had a pivotal role in the success of Fender and the Telecaster (originally know as the Broadcaster). It was the first solid body electric guitar – ever! And the far more famous Telecaster came from the Esquire. So it deserves its place in the history …
The B7 chord is an important chord to learn early on in your guitar journey. It gets used in many songs and so you’re going to want to master and get comfortable with it as soon as possible. The B7 chord is also known as the B dominant 7th chord, or B Dom. It shares …
The Fender Jaguar and Mustang are two of Fender’s most iconic guitars. Not as popular or instantly recognizable as a Stratocaster or Telecaster, they still have a rich history and have been played by some of the most famous guitarists. But you might not be as familiar with them as those more well known guitars. …
Fender are probably the biggest makers of guitars and amplifiers in the world. They are an enormous company with an amazing history. But what about that history – who owns Fender? Servco Pacific Inc bought the majority of shares in 2020 making them the owners of Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. But over the years they …
There are many different types of guitars. From electric and acoustic to slide and baritone there is a huge variety. But what is a resonator guitar? Well it’s a type of acoustic guitar that is constructed to be much louder. In fact you can think of a resonator guitar as being like its own amplifier …
When reading about the music you play on a guitar you might have come across the term ‘guitar lick’. It’s crops up a lot and you will read and hear other guitarists mentioning ‘licks’ all the time. But what is a guitar lick? Simply it’s a musical phrase consisting of a few notes that have …
If you’re new to playing the guitar or been self taught for a while you’ve probably considered getting a teacher or taking lessons. It can be overwhelming trying to teach yourself guitar. But are guitar lessons worth it? Well it depends on what you want to achieve and whether you can afford them. Overall though …
Blackstar are relatively new to the world of guitar amplifiers, at least in comparison to the big boys like Fender and Marshall. But in a short time they’ve made a big impression. You see some of the biggest and most famous guitarists playing Blackstar amps and their more affordable ranges like the HT series and …