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Active vs. Passive Pickups – What Are Their Differences?
Guitarists are very particular about gear, and it's fair to say that many elements of a guitar's design can divide opinion. The active vs. passive pickups debate is always a hot topic. If you're wondering which type of pickup will end your painstaking chase for tonal perfection, we're here to help.
23 Jul 2025 - 7 min read | 18 min watch
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Should I Use A Guitar Amp Effects Loop?
The answer depends entirely on your set up and how you want your modulation, reverb and delay pedals to sound. However, if you’ve never tried your guitar effects loop, now is a good time to try and you’ll be surprised at the difference it makes.
23 Jul 2025 - 5 min read
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How To Build A Budget Pedalboard
It's a rite of passage for a guitarist to build their own pedalboard. They're an integral component in your personalised sound. But how do you do bring your ideas to life without breaking the bank?
22 Jul 2025 - 9 min read | 122 min watch
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Best Guitar & Amp Combinations Of All Time
There's an almost endless amount of guitar and amp combinations possible, but throughout rock history, a few formulas have just stuck with guitarists. Popularised by some of the biggest artists in the industry, here are the best guitar and amp pairings.
17 Jul 2025 - 11 min read | 21 min watch
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Sound Like Metallica Without Busting the Bank!
In this episode of Sound Like, we attempt to recreate the sound of heavy metal titans Metallica for under £1500.
17 Jul 2025 - 12 min read | 24 min watch
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What is the “Plexi” Guitar Amp Sound?
You might have heard people describing certain guitar tones as 'Plexi-like', but never been sure what that meant? This article explains what the Plexi is, and how you can achieve that sound on any budget.
14 Jul 2025 - 5 min read | 75 min watch
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‘50s, ‘60s and ‘70s Fender Telecasters: What’s The Difference?
Join us as we explore the evolution of ’50s, ’60s and ’70s Telecasters and learn all about the key differences in tone, feel, and features - and find out which classic Tele era best suits your playing style!
6 Jul 2025 - 15 min read | 50 min watch
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Gibson Les Paul vs. SG Guitars
Heavy and bold, or sleek and savage? Deciding between Gibson’s most famous guitars isn’t easy, but we’re here to help.
4 Jul 2025 - 17 min read | 192 min watch
