The Dm7 chord has a dreamy, jazzy flavor that instantly makes your playing sound more soulful. You’ve probably heard it in R&B, funk, pop, and even classic rock. The good news is that while “minor seventh” might sound complicated, this chord is very approachable. In this article, we’ll break down what the Dm7 actually is, […]
Looking for that smooth, soulful sound you hear in everything from funk to jazz? Meet the G minor 7th chord. In this guide, you’ll learn what Gm7 actually is, how it sounds, and four reliable ways to play it right now. Worried about barre chords? No stress…we’ll start with easier shapes that still deliver the […]
It's that time of year again. If you are looking for the best Cyber Monday and Black Friday guitar deals, you've come to the right place! Fortunately for guitar enthusiasts, this time of year brings some of the best deals on guitars and guitar accessories and the best part is that you don’t have to […]
Even if you hardly know anything about music, you know that Yamaha is a company that produces guitars- they’re just that famous. Yamaha C40 Review Yamaha Guitars are pretty well known for producing acoustic guitars, but what a lot of people don’t seem to know is that Yamaha provides beginners with an excellent option for […]
For some, it may jangle too much, but we have to be realistic about how iconic the sound of a 12-string guitar has been throughout music history. Hotel California? Wish You Were Here? Ticket To Ride? Yes, all of those, subtly supported by the unmistakable brightness of a 12-string. Looking at the top ones on […]
We’re all familiar with the iconic image of rock guitarists playing guitar faster than anybody really should, all with spotlights and magnificent heads of hair. Those interested enough have names for those iconic people, and foremost among those names is Steve Vai. Vai started his career transcribing Frank Zappa’s work, then joined Zappa’s band, and […]
Who doesn't love the sound of a nice warm nylon acoustic guitar or the bright pluck of the steel string?I assume that the same love just described is what brought you to this very article. Well, for those deeply passionate about their craft, can actually take the crafting to their instrument by constructing their own guitar. This […]
Compressor pedals are a pedal that many guitarists are led to believe that they don’t need, so they never really know what they’re missing out on. Using a compressor pedal with your instrument will add distinction and character to your sound, while also balancing out your tone. Having a guitar compressor pedal in your gear […]
When it comes to the differences between guitars and bass, there are many from pickups, strings, techniques, to tones. This also implies that bass amplifiers are somewhat different from the components of electric guitars. But, just like the guitar amplifiers, bass amplifiers are available on the market in a wide range of sizes, shapes, colors, […]
Do you see the price of this great guitar (check Reverb here)? As guitars go, that’s practically nothing! I find it a little bit odd that Fender even has an acoustic guitar at this price. As a general rule of thumb, their intermediate to professional level instruments carries the Fender name, whereas their cheaper guitars, […]