If you go around asking every other guitarist you know who their biggest influences are, a lot of them will end up mentioning David Gilmour at some point. The legendary guitarist who rose to world fame with the timeless band Pink Floyd has changed the way many of us look at the guitar, and inspired […]
And, What I Learned Welcome to this month's Trade Secret. And my goal is to sound like David Gilmour using only the plugins available in Logic Pro and my Dean Zelinsky Tagliare S-style guitar. There are a few reasons why I chose this topic: It's the 50th Anniversary of the release of Pink Floyd's "Dark […]
David Gilmour is one of the most highly spoken of names in the guitar community, and it is safe to say that many people first picked up a guitar after listening to his fantastic playing in Pink Floyd records. Gilmour was born in 1946 and joined Pink Floyd in 1967 as a replacement to Syd […]
Guitarists rely heavily on their guitar and amp choice, but since the 60s, guitarists have turned to pedals to shape their tone even further. Ever wonder how guitarists get those soaring solos, ambient swells, or gritty crunch tones? It’s not just the amp or guitar…it’s often the pedals doing the real work. From Gilmour’s spacious […]
Ever noticed those odd-looking bars under your guitar strings and wondered what they do? Those are pickups—and they’re the reason why your electric guitar actually makes sound through an amp. Without them, it’d be barely louder than an unplugged rubber band. If you’re new to electric guitars or just trying to understand why different guitars […]
If you're at the point now where you want to go beyond your average guitar and are looking for the one acoustic to bring to record in the studio and big gig, it's normal for Martin and Takamine to pop up. While the names are big enough to conjure classic songs in your head and […]
Foo Fighters released "Everlong" as a single on their second studio album, The Color and the Shape, in 1997. It's regarded as one of their best songs, which is why so many players want to learn it. To capture this song's energy, you'll need to choose your guitar, amplifier, and pedals wisely. You will also […]
You don't have to be into guitars to know about Metallica, as they are easily one of the world's most famous bands, especially in the heavy metal scene. Formed in Los Angeles, California, in 1981, they have released several historical records that people from different generations have been listening to for decades. As a musician […]
Dave Grohl has been celebrated since the 90s when he gained recognition as Nirvana's drummer. However, his skills are not limited to drumming, as he's been building an even bigger reputation as the singer and guitarist in the American band called Foo Fighters. This American musician is also a proficient songwriter and producer, as his […]
Fender vs Gibson is the classic never-ending clash between legendary guitar brands. Their Iconic design and tone are part of rock music and defined the sound of many genres. Having owned and used many US models from both brands in the studio and live shows, I want to give an in-depth comparison that might help […]