I've been there myself. You connect your guitar to your amp and turn on the power. You play that first chord and expect a powerful distorted sound. But all you get is a weak little tinkle of a sound. It leaves you wondering: why does my electric guitar sound acoustic? Wonder no more. Keep reading for a list of common issues that result in an acoustic sound … [Read more...] about Why Does My Electric Guitar Sound Acoustic? (+How To Fix It)
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What Guitar Pedals Do I Need? (7 Most Useful Effects Pedals)
When I first got a guitar and a small practice amp, I expected it to sound like my favorite guitarists. I had no idea they used specific amps and multiple effects pedals to fine-tune their sound. I couldn't even get my guitar to sound distorted! Basically, I quickly learned that I would need some effects pedals. But what guitar pedals do I need to get the sound I … [Read more...] about What Guitar Pedals Do I Need? (7 Most Useful Effects Pedals)
Can You Plug Headphones Into A Guitar? (Not A Simple Yes Or No)
I was a teenager when I got my first electric guitar. My parents severely limited how much I could practice, due to the noise. Luckily, my amp had a headphone jack, so I could practice quietly. And playing your guitar through headphones has another big advantage. But can you plug headphones into a guitar directly, too? Or do you always need an amp? And does it … [Read more...] about Can You Plug Headphones Into A Guitar? (Not A Simple Yes Or No)
What Do You Need To Play An Electric Guitar? (Minimum & Ideal Rigs)
Have you seen all the gear professional guitarists use? The pedals alone can cost many thousands of dollars. But do you really need all that stuff yourself? What do you need to play an electric guitar, if you just want a bare bones setup? The most basic setup you need in order to play your guitar consists of 3 things. But you will probably need a few more, … [Read more...] about What Do You Need To Play An Electric Guitar? (Minimum & Ideal Rigs)
Guitars Every Guitarist Should Own (Some Are Surprisingly Cheap)
Most professional guitarists have a number of different guitars. I have six of them myself. Plus three bass guitars. If you're just starting out, one is definitely enough. But why not make your first one a good one? Several of the guitars every guitarists should own below are far more affordable than you might guess. Two are entry-level instruments that even pros … [Read more...] about Guitars Every Guitarist Should Own (Some Are Surprisingly Cheap)
P90 Pickup Vs Single Coil (Which One Is Better For You?)
Yes, I know. The P90 is actually a type of single coil pickup. In that sense, they are essentially the same. But there are many types of single coil pickups. And the P90 is quite distinct from the rest. What is the biggest difference that stands out when you compare the P90 pickup vs single coil? The biggest is in the sound it produces, and with it, the … [Read more...] about P90 Pickup Vs Single Coil (Which One Is Better For You?)
Neck Pickup Vs Bridge Pickup (Differences And When To Use Each One)
Most guitars have at least two pickups. Some have three. Whether they have two or three, they all have one pickup that is closer to the neck and one that is closer to the bridge. But their location on the guitar is not the only thing that is different. In fact, their location is the reason for the most important difference between the neck pickup vs bridge … [Read more...] about Neck Pickup Vs Bridge Pickup (Differences And When To Use Each One)
P90 Pickups Vs Humbuckers (Which Is Better For You?)
For some reason, a lot of people think humbucking pickups and P90s are similar. But they are not. Comparing P90 pickups vs humbuckers reveals far more differences than similarities. In fact, the only real similarity is that they perform the same function. The way in which they perform is is completely different. For that reason, most guitarists are far better … [Read more...] about P90 Pickups Vs Humbuckers (Which Is Better For You?)
Coil Tap Vs Coil Split (Similar But Very Different)
Coil tapping and coil splitting can seem like the same thing. If you read about one and then read about the other later, it seems like you're reading about the same thing. But coil tap vs coil split are actually two very different things, despite some similarities. When you compare them directly, the differences become apparent. So let's do that. Keep reading for an … [Read more...] about Coil Tap Vs Coil Split (Similar But Very Different)
Single Coil Pickups Vs Humbuckers (Which Is Best For You?)
Humbuckers and single coil pickups are your two primary options when it comes to the electric guitar. Yes, there are other types, but these two dominate the market. And they sit at opposite ends of the spectrum. What does that mean exactly? Well for one, it means that deciding between the two is relatively easy, because they are so different. Most guitarists find … [Read more...] about Single Coil Pickups Vs Humbuckers (Which Is Best For You?)