Category: Guitar

Guitar Maintenance: Tips and Advice

Guitar Maintenance: Tips and Advice

So, you’ve taken the plunge and purchased a guitar. Whether it’s brand new or just new to you, the proper care and maintenance of your guitar is essential for its longevity and quality of performance. You’ll want to do everything you possibly can to keep it in tip-top shape; if you do, you’ll be able […]

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6-String vs 12-String Guitars – Which Should You Choose?

When it’s time to select an acoustic guitar, you may notice that you can choose from a 6-string or 12-string guitars. There are several differences in these two types of instruments. Let us explain. By far the more prevalent choice is the 6-string guitar. Played by guitarists of all styles, both strummed or finger-picked, the […]

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How to Choose a Saxophone Case

Guitar Tips: Toughening Up Your Fingertips

Opening a fresh pack of guitar strings is always exciting, but breaking them in is a whole other story. Whether you’ve switched to a different brand or are sticking with the tried and true, breaking in a new set of guitar strings can be a painful process. In fact, new guitar players sometimes give up […]

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How to Change Electric Guitar Strings

How to Change Electric Guitar Strings

Although changing guitar strings isn’t a complicated task, the process can be intimidating to new or inexperienced players. Intimidating or not, being able to change guitar strings is an essential skill for guitar players of all skill levels- amateurs and students will need to know how to change strings whenever they break, and professionals will […]

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Classical vs. Acoustic Guitar: What's the Difference?

Classical vs. Acoustic Guitar: What’s the Difference?

When you first enroll your child in guitar lessons, you may have to decide which guitar they should learn how to play: a classical guitar or an acoustic guitar. Many who are new to playing the guitar unknowingly believe that the terms “acoustic” and “classical” are interchangeable with each other when, in fact, they refer […]

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A Parent’s Introduction to the Acoustic Guitar

A Parent’s Introduction to the Acoustic Guitar

If you have a child that’s learning to play the guitar, you’ve come to the right article. Motivating them to practice, teaching them how to properly care for an investment like a guitar, and keeping them on track are the goals. So go forth and educate! And happy shredding. Basic Guitar Maintenance Here is everything […]

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Christmas Gift Ideas for Guitar Players

Christmas Gift Ideas for Guitar Players

Christmas is edging closer, so it’s time to start thinking about finding that perfect gift for your friends and family members. If they play the guitar and haven’t supplied you with an in-depth wishlist, here are some Christmas gift ideas for guitar players of all skill levels. Whether you’re looking for something quick, cheap, and […]

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Guitar Cases: A Complete Guide

Guitar Cases: A Complete Guide

While some guitars already come with a hard guitar case, there are plenty that don’t. If your child’s guitar is used, rented, or came with a broken or damaged case, the right hard guitar case can mean the difference between your child playing the next show or being stuck last-minute without a working instrument. From […]

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Guitar Rentals Renting a Guitar Made Easy

Guitar Rentals: Renting a Guitar Made Easy!

Financially speaking, when a child first learns to play the guitar, renting a guitar almost always makes more sense. Not only does a good rental program come with a variety of perks and benefits, but a rent-to-own program means that each payment goes towards the purchase price of the guitar. With no interest and no […]

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9 Great Guitar Accessories You Should Try

9 Great Guitar Accessories You Should Try

Picking out playing your first guitar is an exciting experience. But did you know there are many guitar accessories you can use to make your life easier and your playing experience more satisfying? An upgrade in your accessories can not only improve your guitar performance, but also provide you with a more comfortable and successful […]

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