Labs
Here at Andertons Music Co, we’re not afraid to ask the big questions. We’re not talking about the right kind of overdrive, or which synth is best for your home studio. We want to get stuck in to the conundrums that have had musicians scratching heads and hurling insults at each other since the dawn of time!
That’s where Andertons Labs comes in. Through research, in-depth planning and experimentation, we’re on a mission to deconstruct every myth, theory and common practice to finally get the answers that you’ve been looking for!
Bolt-on vs. Set Neck vs. Neck-Through Electric Guitars
There’s an age-old debate that says the type of electric guitar neck construction you choose will greatly influence its tone, resonance, and sustain.
We’ll explore how these neck joint types differ in feel and sound and whether it even matters, to help you make the best choice.
22 Aug 2025 - 6 min read
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Acoustic Piezo vs. Soundhole Pickups – What’s the Difference?
We all know how nice an acoustic guitar sounds when it’s strummed. Whether it’s round the campfire or on the sofa, it’s pretty darn soothing. But what about when you plug one in?
19 Dec 2025 - 4 min read
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What’s The Best Method For Changing Guitar Strings?
I have never seen two guitar players restring a guitar in the same way. Some bend the strings after going through the pegs, some wind many times around the peg, whilst others do it just once. But do you replace all of your guitar strings by removing them all first? Or do you change them one-by-one?
10 Dec 2025 - 8 min read
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Why You Should Try A Stereo Guitar Amplifier Rig
If you're not getting the sound you want from your rig, we may have the answer! Here's why every guitarist should try a stereo amplifier rig...
4 Dec 2025 - 9 min read
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Using guitar pedals with a synth
Branch out your synth sounds with the help of guitar pedals. Find out how to go about building the dream pedalboard you never thought you could.
4 Dec 2025 - 6 min read | 88 min watch
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Electronic Drums vs. Acoustic Drums For Practice
What's best for practicing your drum chops: acoustic or electric kits? Let's find out...
21 Nov 2025 - 3 min read | 7 min watch
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PRS Guitars – USA Core vs. SE Series
PRS are one of the giants of the guitar world - in this blog we explore the differences between their ranges, from accessible SE models to sought-after USA Core range.
17 Nov 2025 - 8 min read | 59 min watch
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Coil Split vs Coil Tap – What’s The Difference?
There's a general belief both coil split and coil tap mean the same thing. But they sound sompletely different! Find out what they do and how they sound.
22 Aug 2025 - 4 min read
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22 vs 24 Fret Electric Guitars: What’s The Difference?
Some guitarists swear by 22 frets for their tonal superiority. Others couldn't go without the versatility of the extra two frets on their fretboard. So, what sets these two fretboard lengths apart? Here’s everything you need to know about 22 vs 24 fret electric guitars.
20 Aug 2025 - 5 min read | 40 min watch
