Fuzz is one of the effects that are at the top of my list of favorite guitar pedals. If you ask me what would be the pedal I'd take to a desert island along with a guitar and an amp (provided there would be electricity) I would definitely answer with one of my favorite fuzz […]
As simple as a guitar design is, it still amazes how much difference basic electronics can make for the tone. Having spent years searching for the best pickups, I realized I had underestimated the rest of the electronics importance, from the pots to the wiring. In this article, I’ll walk you through a deep dive […]
Frank Iero is best known as the rhythm guitar player in the emo rock band My Chemical Romance, joining the band a year after its inception in 2002. Due to Frank not being a founding member he is absent from most of the band's debut album 'I Brought You My Bullets, You Brought Me Your […]
Jeff Beck is one of the most innovative guitar players of all time and perhaps the one musician that took the Stratocaster tone to another level. His playing techniques, composition style, and tone stand out so much that he is considered "a guitarist's guitarist." Being a massive fan of his records, I will share how […]
Eric Johnson is an American guitarist who is highly acclaimed and respected in the music community. He is mainly known for his electric guitar playing in his instrumental recordings, but he is also able to play a several other instruments including the lap steel guitar, bass, and piano. In this Eric Johnson bio and gear […]
Stevie Ray Vaughan is a name that surely rings a bell to most guitarists, especially if they are into blues and rock music. He was born in 1954, and despite having a short career that ended tragically due to a helicopter accident, Stevie Ray Vaughan, or "SRV", left a timeless legacy. Let's get on with […]
More people are interested in learning the guitar. So much so to where we're seeing a boom in guitar sales, as much as we saw in the Beatles era. And if you or a loved one is starting to play guitar, you'll need a wardrobe to match your new passion. Fortunately, there are many guitar […]
When we think of guitar playing, we think of that guitar icon shredding that crazy solo on their electric. Or do we? Over the last few years, acoustic guitar sales have surpassed those of the electric guitar. There are many reasons why the acoustic is a beloved instrument, especially since they have an amazing sound. […]
Here at Guitar Space, we thought it's best we feature some of our top guitar players, introduce you to their sound, their gear, and help you learn to play like them (if you want). We will be featuring our top guitar players of course, but we might throw in a few surprises for you all […]
Did you know that the guitar is the preferred musical instrument? There are many reasons why, but different musicians love the versatility of the guitar. The best rhythm guitar will work with what you're trying to play. You'll achieve a better tone and a well-constructed rhythm guitar is easier to play. When thinking of different […]