It may not seem like that big of a deal but the heel of the guitar is very important. It supports the guitar, strengthens it and also plays a role in the tone. You may have paid little attention to the heel but it’s not just a random bit of wood. And all guitarists both …
The guitar is a truly amazing instrument. But the parts of a guitar can be confusing. There are more than you might have first thought. And if you’re new to the guitar it can difficult learning which each part is and what they do. Which can be a hindrance. You’ll hear lots of terms and …
The Fender TC 90 is a strange guitar. Fairly rare, not really like any other Fender and quite different sounding. I’ve owned one for 3 or 4 years now and so feel well placed to give a proper rundown and review of it. So if you’re interested in learning more about the TC 90 or …
Sustain is something a lot of guitarists love and want. In fact they want as much of it as they can get! But how do you get that sustain? With a guitar sustainer, obviously! Yes, there are systems you can get to give you unlimited sustain. You may have seen some of your favorite guitarists …
There are many different types of guitar nuts and they are all made from a variety of materials. The nut has a noticeable effect on a guitars tone and how it plays. Due to its diminutive size it’s often an overlooked but important part of the guitar. But it can be hard to keep track …
Learning any new skill is difficult. Even more so when you have to do it on your own. So how hard is it to learn guitar by yourself? Back when I was 15 I got my first guitar. I had never picked up a musical instrument let alone attempted to play one. I was unbelievably …
You might be thinking of learning the guitar but worried you’re too old. ‘Am I too old to learn guitar’ is a common question those over 25 think consider before taking it up. Once we get past our teenage years we think learning a new skill like playing the guitar is beyond us. But that …
Changing guitar strings is a bit of a chore, right? But it’s essential to get your guitar sounding and playing well. Old strings sound dull and are more prone to breaking. But you may be wondering how long do guitar strings last? Do you need to change them every week, month, year? Can you get …
Understanding the parts of the guitar can be confusing. Even if you’ve been playing for years you may still have gaps in your knowledge. I know as a casual player that I heard people talking about “the nut” and used to wonder “what is a guitar nut?” regularly. There are so many new terms and …
You may have wondered whether you can reuse guitar strings. There are certain situations where it might make sense to reuse a string. Sometimes you have broken just one string and want to reuse another instead of buying a whole new set. Or you’ve accidentally strung the strings in the incorrect order and need to …