Electric Guitar Info

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)

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)

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?)

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)

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 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)

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?)

The type of electric guitar bridge you choose makes a huge difference. It will have a major impact on your experience with the guitar, especially as a beginner. Each type of bridge has distinct advantages and disadvantages. For beginners, I usually recommend a hardtail bridge. It is simple. And when you're learning, simple is good. But the hardtail bridge does … [Read more...] about Types Of Electric Guitar Bridges (Which Is Right For You?)

You want to find your own sound as a guitarist. And to do that, you need effects pedals. Some will tell you to get a multi-effects pedal. The give you tons of effects in one package, saving you money. Others will say you need individual pedals, because they give you a better sound and are the only way to get the exact tone you want. Who is right? Both sides are … [Read more...] about Multi-Effect Pedal Vs Individual Pedals (Which Is Best For You?)

I remember when I first got an electric guitar and a small practice amp. I couldn't wait to get home and learn some of my favorite Adam Jones riffs. Except my guitar sounded nothing like his. I played around with with the knobs on my amp and my guitar. I tried the coil split feature. Nothing worked. My guitar sounding nothing like my favorite bands. I had no idea … [Read more...] about How To Make An Electric Guitar Sound Metal (For Different Styles)