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Bass Guitar Tonewood Guide
The tone of your bass guitar is undoubtedly the result of a team effort; pickup types, string gauges, scale lengths and bridge designs are just a handful of things to consider. But arguably one of the biggest contributing factors is the choice of wood for the body, neck and fretboard, not least because they make up 90% of the construction of your guitar! Different combinations can yield different results, and while pickups, hardware and other components can be changed in time, tonewood stays put once it’s assembled. Different manufacturers tend to have their favoured wood choices, but in recent years the industry has seen a shift in trends. In this article we'll take a look at some of the most popular options available on the market today!
25 Jun 2025 - 9 min read | 17 min watch
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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!
25 Jun 2025 - 26 min read
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What Is A Relic Guitar?
Some guitarists like their instrument to look beaten up straight out the box. Let's take a closer look at the unusual concept of relic guitars...
25 Jun 2025 - 4 min read | 54 min watch
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Gibson Pickups: Which One is Right for You?
We decided to choose some of our favourite Gibson pickups that you need to know about and wrote about them so you can choose which ones you need for your guitar! Click here for more...
25 Jun 2025 - 10 min read
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How To Clean a Guitar – The Ultimate Guide
Knowing how to clean a guitar is essential if you want yours to last a lifetime. We have all the advice you'll ever need in our extensive step-by-step guide!
25 Jun 2025 - 13 min read | 38 min watch
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A History of the Klon Centaur – and Our Guide to the Best Klon Centaur Clones
Get the lowdown on the iconic Klon Centaur, a transparent overdrive pedal that sparked a cult following and inspired a generation of clones.
23 Jun 2025 - 9 min read | 94 min watch
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Yamaha CLP-875: What Is Yamaha’s VRM Technology?
VRM technology (Virtual Resonance Modeling) is a break through sampling + modeling system designed by Yamaha in collaboration with their acoustic grand department. Not only can you feel every note, but you can hear all the subtle natures of an acoustic grand such as string reverberation.
20 Jun 2025 - 4 min read | 49 min watch
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The Top Studio Microphones Every Recording Engineer Should Know
Getting the sought-after sound of classic mics is easier than ever - let's explore the biggest names and how you can get their sound!
15 Jun 2025 - 6 min read
