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August 10, 2023
Jimi Hendrix Guitars and Gear: A Comprehensive List

Jimi Hendrix is one of the guitarists who paved the way for the rest of the mortals — cataloged by Carlos Santana himself as the Leonardo Da Vinci of the electric guitar for his innovative capacity ahead of his own time. Bottom Line Up Top Jimi Hendrix mainly played Fender Stratocaster guitars, alongside his Gibson […]

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August 10, 2023
Ibanez vs Schecter: Which Brand Is Best For You?

The juggernaut Ibanez and smaller-sized Schecter have been battling for the attention of guitar players since the 80s. Being a fan of both brands with many of their guitars under my belt, I'll help you settle the Ibanez vs Schecter debate and help you find which guitar brand suits you best. Bottom line Upfront: While […]

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August 10, 2023
12AX7 vs 12AT7: Which Tube is Better?

Many guitarists swear there is no substitute for tubes. Tubes add extra warmth and harmonics, and when overdriven, produce a much more pleasant sound than the whining screech of solid-state amps. But tube amplifiers get hot and are more failure-prone than solid-state equipment. The 12AX7 vs 12AT7 are two of the most commonly used preamp […]

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August 10, 2023
Fender Mustang III Review: Is It Right for Your Needs?

Fender amps are regularly reviewed on our site, and we have compared Fender Mustangs before. But, in this feature, we’re going to look at the Fender Mustang III in more depth to see if it is the best fender amp you can buy. Fender amps are almost as legendary as Fender guitars. The brand has […]

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August 10, 2023
The History of Cliff Burton's Modified Rickenbacker 4001 Bass: The Cliff Burton “FrankenBacker

Known as the Jimi Hendrix of Metal bass, Cliff Burton is immortalized in Metallica’s golden era as the pinnacle of the genre’s low-end wielders. His virtuosity in playing and writing which brought in elements of jazz and classical music, turned three heavy albums into timeless masterpieces. Among the non-conventional aspects of his sound, the moded […]

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August 10, 2023
Dave Grohl Guitars and Gear Comprehensive List

When you are thinking about the best guitarists of all time, which names pop into your mind? Jimi Hendrix? Jimmie Page? Eric Clapton? These are all good shouts, but for me, a particular favorite is Dave Grohl. If you’ve never heard of him, you’ve been living under a rock, because he has had one heck […]

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August 10, 2023
5 Best Clip-On Guitar Tuners Guide

If you are a guitarist who plays on stage often, whether it be for a small venue or a large gig, keeping your guitar in tune is imperative even for beginners. Using a clip-on guitar tuner makes tuning your instrument on stage easy and convenient with a great sound. You’re not going to have to […]

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August 10, 2023
The Full Squier Jaguar Short Scale Bass Guitar Review You'll Love

Back in 1965, Fender purchased the Squier Musical Instrument Company and spend the next several years making changes inside of the Squier Musical Instrument Company. In 1982, the Squier brand was introduced to the world through Fender, with an entirely new line of inexpensive guitars that were alternatives to higher-priced instruments made in the USA. […]

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August 10, 2023
EVH 5150 Review and Buying Guide

The modern heavy guitar tone would not be the same without the Peavey 5150. The amp first released in the early ’90s had many reissues, the latest being the EVH series. This article will provide an in-depth EVH 5150 review and guide to help you decide if this guitar amp is what you need. Recently, […]

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August 10, 2023
Understanding Acoustic Guitar Bracing Systems

I love the smell of a new acoustic guitar. And, to be honest, it's really the smell of the wood. Yeah, there’s glue and metal there, too. But, it’s the woody scent of a new guitar that I love—I don’t know why. I remember when I brought my first steel-string acoustic guitar. As soon as […]

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