Gibson is one of those names that any guitarist will recognize instantly. It is one of the most legendary brands in the music universe, responsible for the creation of some of the most played instruments in the world. It was founded in 1902 by Orville Gibson, and it started by manufacturing instruments in the mandolin […]
Gibson acoustics are some of the best guitars in the world, but finding the right model for your style of play from the brand's vast portfolio can be tricky. Today I'll compare two of the most popular acoustic-electric options: Gibson J-45 vs Hummingbird. What makes a flawless acoustic-electric guitar? For me, it's a perfectly balanced combination […]
In the early years of the music industry brands like Gibson and Fender were dominating the electric guitar market. More than a half-century later guitar players are often met with the choice between PRS vs Gibson electric guitars that exemplifying the clash between the old and the new. For the purposes of this article, we […]
The Fender Stratocaster is widely considered to be not only one of the best Fenders ever produced, but one of the all-time great electric guitars. An amazing guitar needs amazing pickups, but which ones are right for you? Today we’re looking at the best strat pickups available on the market. Leo Fender has designed some […]
Pickups are one of the most important factors that characterize the sound of any amplified instrument, and the electric guitar is no exception. Essentially, the pickup is a device whose primary function is to convert string vibrations into electricity. You probably asked yourself if you were better off going with Active vs Passive pickups if […]
My dream and ambition since day 1 of playing guitar was to own a Strat. A decade into my session career, I went through many of them, from the most affordable Squire to the finest reliced US Strat. Yet, the Strat that surprised me the most, and the only one I ever bought off a […]
Harley Benton guitars are surprisingly good instruments, and they are hard to categorize among the many entry-level instruments due to their extraordinary value for the money. My first guitar was a Harley Benton Stratocaster copy, which I’m more than excited to review for all beginners looking for the best budget-level electric guitar. This article covers […]
Being a studio guitarist, I am continuously faced with experimenting with different pickup positions and going in-depth into what makes them unique. In this Bridge vs Neck pickup article, I will help you understand exactly how the two main pickup positions are different, along with the best ways you can use them. The versatility of […]
For decades, the recording studio has been the testing ground of great musicianship, creativity, and gear. The moment the red recording light is, all the flaws and imperfections of your playing and instrument are the first to stand out. In this familiar scenario, a guitar fit for recording will make your life easier, remove some […]
Are you looking for the best acoustic guitar? This article compares two great mid-range options you should certainly consider: Gibson J-45 vs Martin D-28. But which of these dreadnought guitars should you get? Gibson J-45 and Martin D-28 guitars have a lot in common. They are both produced by some of the finest brands in the […]