ABOUT
STEPHANIE JENSEN

AUTHOR
Stephanie Jensen has been a music journalist in the metal scene for 10 years. 

There’s nothing Stephanie loves more than music. She start writing for a local magazine and her career grew from there. 

In addition, to Guitar Space, you can see Stephanie’s work on her website, Internal TV, and Outburn Magazine. 

Stephanie learned both guitar and bass, but realized the written word is where she excels the most. When Stephaine isn’t writing about guitar and metal, she’s usually listening to music or reading.

Stephanie Jensen

Metal Devotee

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn more about Stephanie

Why am I giving advice on Guitar Space?

I’ve been working in the music industry for 10 years. I’ve met and interviewed many professional guitarists in the time. I learn new information from them constantly, and this information may be difficult for a beginner
to acquire. I hope I can use this information I know to help a prospective guitarist.

What is my favorite guitar?

This is a tough one to answer! I have to say B.C. Rich guitars because my favorite guitarists played that brand. Chuck played various B.C. Rich models, but he’s best-known for the Stealth. B.C. Rich recreated this guitar to Chuck’s preferences and sells it under his name.

I also have to mention Dean Guitars, since they’re a hometown brand (I’m from Tampa). When I play bass, I play Ibanez. Schecter also makes good guitars, too.

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

If you don’t have a good guitar teacher, get a new one. I stopped pursuing the bass because I was discouraged by my teacher. He was an amazing bassist but not a good teacher. Fortunately, with the internet, you have so many more options that I didn’t have.

What was the first song I learned how to play?

On guitar, “Smoke on the Water” by Deep Purple. On bass, “Brain Stew” by Green Day.

ARTICLES BY STEPHANIE

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December 9, 2023
Best Canadian Rock Bands of All Time

The 16 Best Canadian Rock Bands of All Time: Legendary Artists from the Great White North When you think of regional rock music, which country comes to mind? The UK? U.S.? While both countries spawned some of the most legendary bands, don't forget about our friends in Canada! I used to date a guy who […]

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December 5, 2023
Best Rock Bands of the 2000s: The Artists Who Defined Millennial Rock

As a 90s kid, I was at the prime age when rock bands from the 2000s emerged. I was there when Linkin Park was played on the radio daily, worshipped emo bands, and attended my first Warped Tour when I was 13. Now that I'm in my 30s, I can look back on these times […]

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August 23, 2023
BC Rich Warlock Review and Guide

There are many guitars that are perfect for playing metal, but many say the B.C. Rich Warlock is the best metal guitar. The B.C. Rich Warlock is a great metal guitar, and for reasons other than its extreme design. The Warlock is one of the most unique lines that B.C. Rich has ever produced. Even […]

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August 18, 2023
Yamaha APX500iii Review: Should You Buy It?

Yamaha Corporation is one of the biggest global brands, selling a variety of products. But Yamaha is especially well-known for their musical gear, which generated $2.47 billion US dollars in 2020 alone. The APX500III is a hard-to-find guitar that packs a lot of punch. Even though it’s a beginner’s guitar, it’s still one of the […]

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July 29, 2023
Sweetwater vs Zzounds: Which Musician Retailer Should You Choose?

I've purchased from Sweetwater a couple of times, but I'm always looking for new businesses to support. When I was looking around for new strings, I came across Zzounds. Like Sweetwater, they sell new and used various instruments and gear. Their prices are good, and the website looks legit. But I wondered if Zzounds was […]

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July 29, 2023
Reverb Review: Is Reverb Legit?

I have an acoustic guitar and keyboard collecting dust in my home and have been wondering how to sell them. My initial thought was selling them DIY--after all, at least half of my friends are musicians, so I wouldn't have a problem finding buyers. Selling them to a Guitar Center or Sam Ash is convenient, […]

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July 29, 2023
Guitar Center vs Musician's Friend: Should You Stick to a Retail or Online Music Shop?

With online shopping, buying instruments and gear online is easier now than ever. When I started playing bass, I was stuck going to Guitar Center or the local music store, hoping they had what I needed. Now, you can go online and shop at a myriad of online stores. You have many options, though Musician's […]

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July 29, 2023
Sam Ash vs Guitar Center: Which Music Store Should You Pick?

I practically grew up in music stores. There was a local music shop near me where my brother and I got music lessons and all our instruments. But there were times when the local music store didn't carry what we needed, so we would have to go to the corporate music stores. In our area, […]

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July 28, 2023
Most Expensive Bass Guitars Available Today (2025 Updated)

The bass guitar is the heart of many bands, and as much as you may try, you just can’t ignore it. The soulful rhythm played on the bass forms the backbone of many melodies, and is often used by other musicians to develop the musical depth we all love. Like other instruments, there is a […]

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July 26, 2023
Sweetwater vs Guitar Center: Which Is Best for Instruments and Gear?

When you want to buy a guitar or need some gear, it's easy to stop by your local Guitar Center. But I'm someone who likes to order from different companies, especially when it comes to music gear. Something small like strings and picks I order online. So years ago, I was searching around websites to […]

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