ABOUT
ALTIN GONI

AUTHOR
Altin lives for guitar; grabbing his beloved guitar is one of the first things he does when he hops out of bed in the morning. But, he isn’t just dedicated to continuing to grow as a musician himself. 

Instead, he wants to help other people flourish playing the guitar too. It always makes Altin sad when he sees musicians with potential give up on playing because they get frustrated. 

After watching one too many people put down their guitar forever, he’s now dedicated himself to helping every beginner guitarist he can learn how to master their struggles.

Altin Gjoni

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Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about Altin

Why am I giving advice on Guitar Space?

Learning guitar has changed my life to the point I spend most of my days playing, recording, listening, and writing about guitars. I want to share my knowledge as a session guitarist to help and inspire others to pick up a guitar and realized their musical goal, whatever that may be.

What is my favorite guitar?

My favorite guitar is the Fender Stratocaster. I love the punchy wood tone of the Strat and how it goes from mellow to crunchy and wild by only changing up playing dynamics. I think it’s the one guitar that perfectly matches my style and character.

What’s the best piece of advice I’d give to a beginning guitarist?

Don’t practice what you know; practice what you don’t know. As guitar players, we are often stuck repeating the same patterns of practice, styles, etc. Constantly challenge yourself with something new, and you will always stay motivated while improving.

What song am I learning how to master now?

I’m studying the Steely Dan song, “Don’t Take Me Alive”. The solo by the session legend Larry Carlton is as tricky as it is beautiful.

What was the first song I learned how to play?

I learned how to play “The Unforgiven” intro by Metallica on an old nylon string guitar.

ARTICLES BY ALTIN

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July 22, 2023
Best Fender Acoustic Guitars Guide: Are They Worth It?

Fender has been releasing acoustic guitars since the early days of rock while it was still refining its Stratocaster. Today, its innovative models blend the acoustic guitar’s tone and the electric’s playability at their best. As such, I’d like to review the best Fender acoustic guitars you can buy today. Bottom Line Up-Front The company […]

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July 20, 2023
How to Find the Best Country Pedals

The country twang is all in your hand. Touch is crucial, but the right pedals help you get the most out of the amps and guitar you choose to play the genre with. As a guitar style that heavily insists on the simplest rigs and is filled with amp purists, finding the sound effects for […]

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July 20, 2023
Best Guitars for Recording Guide: A Studio Guitarist Guide

For decades, the recording studio has been the testing ground of great musicianship, creativity, and gear. The moment the red recording light is, all the flaws and imperfections of your playing and instrument are the first to stand out. In this familiar scenario, a guitar fit for recording will make your life easier, remove some […]

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July 14, 2023
Fender Mexican Standard Review: Why I Never Replaced My MIM Strat and Neither Should You

Stratocasters are the joy and passion of millions of guitarists and are arguably the most popular electric guitar model. Growing up under the guidance of Jimi Hendrix and David Gilmour, my dream and ambition were to own a Strat. A decade later into my career, I have owned several, yet the main one I still […]

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July 14, 2023
Schecter Diamond Series Guide: Heavy Tone and Quality Build on a Budget

As the guitar world got caught in the blaze of hair metal and 80s shredders, Schecter released its Diamond series, which even today offers quality rock and metal guitars at an affordable price. The Diamond series is massive; thus, I prepared this Schecter Diamond series guide to help you find the best among the many. […]

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July 14, 2023
PRS Silver Sky vs Strat: Which is Better?

Nobody knew what guitar model to expect when John Mayer announced his departure from Fender and the new partnership with PRS. His music, style, and overall look were tied so much to the Strat that it was hard to imagine him playing another better-fitting instrument. The PRS Silver Sky John Mayer signature guitar, born out […]

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July 12, 2023
How to Properly Humidify a Guitar Step By Step

Guitars are moody instruments that need care. We have all picked up our favorite one off the wall, and for some unknown reason, it felt different than the last time we played it. The cause, though, is simple: wood expands and contracts quickly, with the environment's humidity level dictating much of the movement. Having lived […]

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July 6, 2023
Best PRS Guitar Models on The Market [All Styles]

So you’re shopping for a guitar and keep hearing the name PRS come up. You want to find what is all hype about behind a genuine Paul Reed Smith guitar but don’t know where to begin! Well, you’ve come to the right place. We’ll make sure that you finish this article with the utmost confidence […]

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June 29, 2023
Best Takamine Acoustic Guitars Guide For All Styles & Budgets

Japanese guitar builders have come a long way from their early roots in the far east to populating virtually every major store worldwide. Now a big name in the guitar world, Takamine best represents the values of "made in Japan" - flawless craftsmanship, performance, and premium quality. Takamine guitars have been a constant companion in […]

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June 29, 2023
How to Write a Song on Guitar: A Singer/Songwriter Guidebook

The guitar is constantly evolving, yet the one aspect that has never changed from the 50s to now is the singer-songwriter strumming his acoustic and sharing songs of love and tragedy. The only constant in the guitar world is songwriting, but it is also a completely different, often ignored muscle to train, detached from the […]

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