Marshall is one of the most recognizable brands in the world of amplifiers. That’s because Marshall amps and heads produce a powerful sound that’s ideal for bands of all sizes — whether they’re playing in small clubs or arenas. Another reason why guitar players gravitate to Marshall is they always release new products. This is […]
Have you ever wondered how different types of strings will affect your performance as a bass guitar player? Your guitar strings are one of the most important parts of your instrument. The quality of your strings will largely impact the type of sound that your instrument is producing. Learning about the different types of bass […]
If someone mentioned the name Fender, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Electric guitars of course – Fender has a fantastic reputation for producing some of the highest quality electric guitars out there, with tons of the greatest guitarists getting their start with a Fender. However, did you know that Fender produces other […]
When you imagine an image of a generic metal guitarist, I think it’s easy to go straight to an image of some dude in front of a half stack at a small gig, or a wall of stacks at a bigger gig. There are two things about that imagined picture. Firstly, it’s not always dudes, […]
As Jimi Hendrix said, the blues is easy to play but hard to feel. A man jamming on his guitar might not be the most sophisticated thing, but it evokes at times more emotions than an entire band. If, like me, you're fascinated by the Delta blues, then you have been obsessed with the one […]
Playing the guitar is a hobby that can be beaten by no other in my opinion, but it’s undeniable that some expensive byproducts come with playing the instrument. From the guitars themselves to effects pedals and guitar modifications, it’s hard to pick up the guitar and not spend a bunch of money on different products. […]
As a seasoned guitar player, you know a Sweetwater introduction isn't needed. Even though they're arguably the biggest marketplace for musicians, many don't know they have been around since 1979. In addition to instruments and gear, Sweetwater sells pro audio gear, lighting, music software, and more. If you haven't purchased anything from Sweetwater, you may […]
Finding the best guitar amp often comes down to many factors, such as: budget, genre, skill level, and the type of guitar you have. When it comes to finding the best Friedman amps it can be challenging to determine whether it’s worth looking at high-end Friedman Amps or if a lower-priced amp would be sufficient […]
If you play the electric guitar, chances are you have already spent a nice amount of time checking out gear at music stores or online. There is an endless array of products online designed to make your experience more pleasurable and to help you find the sound that you hear in your head when you […]
Introduction Hey, what's up, guys? I'm Ed, and welcome to Trade Secrets. This month we're going to talk about tone secrets. But, before we begin our tone-chasing journey, I'll tell you when I got bitten by the tone bug. I was in college and hitting the blues jams in the evenings. At one of […]