Acoustic Guitars
If you’re more of a strummer than a shredder, you’re in the right place. Read about your favourite acoustic brands, building techniques and the latest acoustic guitar trends!
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Acoustic Guitar Tonewood Guide
Tonewoods are arguably the most important factor to consider when building or choosing an acoustic guitar. They play a huge part in the tonal characteristics of your instrument, not to mention the aesthetics and feel. In this article, we'll take a closer look at some of the most popular tonewood options for acoustic guitars, and how each section of the guitar is affected!
2 May 2018 - 17 min read
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Why is my guitar out of tune with a capo?
Have you ever wondered why your guitar sounds out of tune when you use a capo? It could be a number of reasons including: using the wrong capo or even your guitar requiring a setup! Read our guide on how to tell why your guitar doesn't sound the best it could when using a capo.
4 Jul 2017 - 6 min read
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Understanding Guitar Strings Gauge
Finding the perfect guitar strings can be a tricky thing. It can be difficult to decipher what all the different numbers mean and how those actually translate to playing the guitar. How does string gauge affect guitar tone? Click here to discover what the best set of strings is for you.
3 Sep 2016 - 5 min read
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The Return Of The Passive Humbucker
Metal guitar tone has evolved and changed massively over the past few decades. Single-coils, PAF-style humbuckers, and of course, the active EMG pickup have left their mark on the genre; so why are passive pickups making a comeback?
26 Jun 2016 - 4 min read
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Guitar Humidity – Is damp in your house affecting your guitar?
The humidity of domestic homes can vary greatly and cause your expensive acoustic guitar to become damaged in extreme cases. Read our humidity guide to protect your guitar from humid air.
17 Oct 2015 - 8 min read
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The Man Behind the Brand – Bob Taylor
An insight into the man behind some of the most popular and exquisite guitars in the world!
23 Mar 2015 - 5 min read
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The Leo Fender Legacy, Part 1: Fender Guitars
Leo Fender's namesake brand revolutionised the guitar world, and arguably had a significant impact on modern music itself.
23 Feb 2015 - 4 min read
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The Leo Fender Legacy, Part 2: Music Man and G&L Guitars
Leo Fender’s namesake brand needs no introduction, but he also contributed to two more extremely popular guitar brands during his time: Music Man and G&L.
9 Feb 2015 - 4 min read
