Orangewood guitars have built a good reputation as a high-quality, affordable acoustic guitar brand in just a few years. The Highland series, especially the Orangewood Ava guitars, are the best example of a middle-of-the-line acoustic guitar built with fine tonewoods. This Orangewood Ava review will explain all you need to know about the different Ava […]
If you have been playing electric guitar for some years, you probably have heard about Scalloped Fretboards. Made popular first by shredders like Yngwie Malmsteen and Richie Blackmore, scalloped fretboards are now a common alternative for players who want unique playability and tonal versatility. If you have wondered if modifying your guitars is worth it, […]
Born in the south of the United States in the 19th century, the blues-influenced modern guitar playing more than any other genre. Jazz, Rock n Roll, Funk, Metal, and most genres where the guitar is one of the main elements have elements of blues in them. As a seasoned guitarist, I will add in this blues […]
Jeff Beck is one of the most innovative guitar players of all time and perhaps the one musician that took the Stratocaster tone to another level. His playing techniques, composition style, and tone stand out so much that he is considered "a guitarist's guitarist." Being a massive fan of his records, I will share how […]
Eddie Van Halen is widely considered the most significant electric guitar innovator after Hendrix. Rightly so, no one before him had ever played with such intensity, power, and heavy tone. All guitarists hail his experimenting with guitars and amps as the foundation of hard rock and metal guitar. This Eddie Van Halen guitar and gear […]
The selection of acoustic guitar brands in stores today is so vast that you can easily get lost. However, among the many smaller guitar manufacturers, quality ones like Teton guitars always stand out. This Teton guitars review and guide will help you decide whether this affordable quality guitar brand is a good fit for you. […]
Learning chord shapes and the different positions on the guitar neck is essential to advance as a guitar player. Whether you are a beginner or intermediate player, there is always a new shape to learn of a familiar chord. This article will detail the c#m guitar chord charts - an essential bar chord and guitar-friendly […]
The guitar is constantly evolving, and small boutique brands such as Relish guitars are gaining ground. This Relish guitars review and guide will detail all you need to know about them before deciding whether they are the right brand for you. My bottom line up-front: Relish guitars keep their promise of delivering a modern, highly […]
The modern heavy guitar tone changed drastically since Peavey released the 5150 in the early 90s. This Peavey 5150 review and guide will help you determine if the iconic amp is the right one for you and which of its many variants you should choose. My bottom line up front: The Peavey 5150 original model […]