A 1500 word article, when you can just count the strings and be done with it? Obviously, the answer is not quite so simple. Anyone can see that most bass guitars have 4 strings. But if you're reading this, you undoubtedly noticed bassist playing instruments with far more strings than that. Yes, those are also bass guitars. Let's dive right in and check out the … [Read more...] about How Many Strings Does A Bass Guitar Have?
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What Is A Cutaway Guitar? (Plus Pros And Cons And Popular Models)
A cutaway guitar is just what it sounds like: it's a guitar where part of the body has been cut away. All modern electric guitars and many acoustic guitars have a cutaway shape. That's because it provides one huge advantage. The style of cutaway can differ greatly, as can the number of cutaways. All of the most popular guitar shapes are defined by their cutaways: … [Read more...] about What Is A Cutaway Guitar? (Plus Pros And Cons And Popular Models)
Different Types Of Guitar Pickups (And Which Is Best For You)
I remember back when I was looking to buy my first electric guitar. As I tend to do, I spent hours upon hours researching all the features I "needed." The first big decision was the body type to go for. I had to look cool holding my guitar, after all. The second big decision was the type of pickup(s) I wanted. Of course, that meant first learning the different types … [Read more...] about Different Types Of Guitar Pickups (And Which Is Best For You)
Where Is Middle C On Guitar? (And Why It’s A Tricky Question)
Finding the middle C on a guitar should be easy, right? If you know where the notes are on the fretboard, you know which strings to fret where, in order to get the middle C. Even if you don't know where the notes are on a fretboard, you can easily look it up. But since you find yourself here, you probably realize the answer is not quite so simple. That has to do with … [Read more...] about Where Is Middle C On Guitar? (And Why It’s A Tricky Question)
Japanese Guitar Brands (Best Value For Money?)
I'm sure you've heard it before. Guitars made in Asia just aren't that good. But that statement doesn't make any sense. Asia is a huge region that includes many different countries. Sure, most Chinese brands make cheap and low quality products. But there are also Asian brands that rival the top American or European names. And Japanese guitar brands are at the top of … [Read more...] about Japanese Guitar Brands (Best Value For Money?)
Guitar Tuning Peg Won’t Tighten String (Causes And Fixes)
Guitars go out of tune. It happens. With some models, it happens often. Luckily, it's pretty easy to retune the strings, especially with a tuner. Simply turn the tuning peg to tighten or loosen the string as needed. But hold on. What if you turn it, but the guitar tuning peg won't tighten the string at all? You turn and turn, but nothing happens. This isn't … [Read more...] about Guitar Tuning Peg Won’t Tighten String (Causes And Fixes)
Electric Guitar Buzzing When Not Touching Strings (Causes And Fixes)
There are few things more frustrating. You buy a new guitar, get it home, plug it in and......buzzzzzz. You're not even touching the strings, but there's a constant buzz coming from your guitar. Your new guitar. Your electric guitar buzzing when not touching strings or anything else, is quite annoying. But it's also not uncommon. And luckily, it's usually pretty … [Read more...] about Electric Guitar Buzzing When Not Touching Strings (Causes And Fixes)
Do Bridge Pins Make A Difference In A Guitar’s Sound?
You might not even know what they are. You may have even picked up and played around on an acoustic guitar and not paid them any attention. Unless you own an acoustic guitar and have had to put new strings on it, there's a good chance you've never even noticed them. They are the bridge pins. Electric guitars and classic guitars don't have them. But on acoustic … [Read more...] about Do Bridge Pins Make A Difference In A Guitar’s Sound?
Epiphone Les Paul Studio Deluxe Vs Standard (Which Is Right For You?)
Gibson guitars are great (in most cases, anyway). The company's legendary Les Paul model is one of the most sought-after guitars on the market, and has been since the 1950s. There are many different Les Paul variations, but they all have one thing in common: they are expensive. The average guitarist can't afford them. And some even claim they cost so much that they're … [Read more...] about Epiphone Les Paul Studio Deluxe Vs Standard (Which Is Right For You?)
Easy Drop D Metal Songs That Any Beginner Can Learn
A lot of beginning metal guitarists want to try playing in drop D, but they don't know which songs to practice. Obviously, there are a ton of them out there, but you want something that's easy to pick up, if you're just getting started. That way you can master a song or two fairly quickly and actually start playing. But which drop D metal songs are easiest? That's … [Read more...] about Easy Drop D Metal Songs That Any Beginner Can Learn