Elliot Stent
Articles By Elliot
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Sound Like Jimi Hendrix Without Busting the Bank!
Regarded by many as the greatest guitar player of all time, Jimi Hendrix is the iconic trailblazer that flipped electric guitar on its head back in the late ‘60s. In this article, we recommend what gear you can use to recreate his distinctive sound!
5 Sep 2018 - 8 min read | 23 min watch
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Why is it so hard to find a Left Handed Guitar?
In this article, we identify the reasons why left handed guitars are so difficult to find for frustrated southpaws! We'll be taking a close look at production methods and the difficulties manufacturers can face, whilst also highlighting brands that do cater for lefties.
23 Mar 2018 - 5 min read | 102 min watch
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How Long Does It Take To Restring a Bigsby & Floyd Rose?
Bigsby and Floyd Rose guitar tremolos are notorious for being difficult to restring. But, which of these tricky two is faster to setup? In this article, we find out exactly that!
20 Mar 2018 - 7 min read | 5 min watch
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Does An Expensive Guitar Lead Make a Difference?
The classic ¼ inch jack-to-jack guitar lead is the key component that connects your guitar to an amplifier. The amount of choice out there is overwhelming, with many cheap to expensive options available. But does a more expensive guitar lead give you a better tone?
9 Mar 2018 - 10 min read | 6 min watch
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Sound Like Smashing Pumpkins Without Busting the Bank!
Have you always wanted to get the Smashing Pumpkins sound, but on a budget? Then check out our Sound Like Smashing Pumpkins Without Busting the Bank article and video, with all of the gear recommendations and tips you need to attain their unique and pioneering sound!
23 Aug 2017 - 10 min read | 15 min watch
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Axe FX vs Helix vs Kemper vs AmpliFIRE – Modelling Amps Shootout
Over the last few years, digital modelling amps have become so advanced that they can now convincingly match the sound of real tube amps, effects and cabinets. In this article, we look at 4 of the main candidates available - the Fractal Axe FX, Line 6 Helix, Kemper Profiler and Atomic AmpliFIRE. But which is the best?
31 Mar 2016 - 15 min read | 226 min watch
