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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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Electric Guitar Tonewood Guide
Regulation changes in recent years have seen instrument manufacturers getting more and more adventurous and outside-the-box with their wood choices. With more types of tonewood in circulation than ever before, it’s difficult to know what’s what – in this article, we’ll look at the most commonly-used tonewoods in the industry, their tonal characteristics, and dig a little deeper into the burning question: how much difference does your choice of tonewood really make?
15 Aug 2016 - 17 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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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
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Using Acoustic Diffusers in a Recording Studio
You've got your monitors, your desk, your outboard gear, your plugins - but what about the room you're in? Introducing acoustic diffusers!
27 Mar 2016 - 3 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
