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Wood Guitar Picks: The Basics You Need To Know

Wooden guitar picks are a unique alternative to traditional guitar picks made from plastic or metal, providing a unique tonal quality & a personalized playing experience. This blog post explores their benefits, craftsmanship, different types of wood used, & distinctive tonal characteristics...

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Handmade Guitar Picks: The Secret Ingredient to Your Signature Sound

A guitar pick, also known as a plectrum, is a small, flat object used to strike or pluck the strings on a guitar. While mass-produced picks dominate the market, handmade guitar picks represent an extraordinary realm of craftsmanship & benefits including...

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Is There A Difference In Guitar Picks? What You Need To Know

When it comes to guitar picks, you'll find that they come in various shapes, sizes, thicknesses, and materials. These differences can affect your...

Does The Shape Of The Guitar Pick Matter?

Does the shape of the guitar pick matter? Yes, the shape of the guitar pick is important for several reasons. First, the pick shape determines how easily...

Guitar Output Jack FAQ (Mono & Stereo)

In this FAQ, we'll delve into two common types of guitar output jacks: mono & stereo. We'll explore their uses, differences, & address some frequently asked questions to help you understand their functionality & make informed decisions when it comes to your guitar setup.

What Does A Guitar Killswitch Do?

What does a guitar killswitch do? A guitar killswitch is a modification or feature on a guitar that allows the player to momentarily mute or "kill" the sound of the instrument with a single action...

Fender Guitar Picks: A Brief History of The 351 Classic

The Fender 351 guitar pick stands as an iconic accessory in the realm of electric guitars. Revered for its enduring popularity and widespread use, the 351 pick has left an indelible mark on guitar picks & guitar playing in general...

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Dunlop Guitar Picks: A Brief History of The Iconic JazzIII

The Dunlop Jazz III guitar pick is a true titan in the world of guitar accessories. Its popularity and iconic status can be attributed to its revolutionary design and unmatched performance... The Jazz III grants guitarists unparalleled control, speed, and precision... making it a favorite among shredders and virtuosos...

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How To Remove Guitar Knobs: Quick, Fast, Safely

Guitar knobs are small controls found on the body of a guitar, used to adjust various aspects of the instrument's sound, such as volume, tone, or pickup selection. Learning how to remove guitar knobs is important for both maintenance and replacement purposes...

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Guitar Pickup Lines: Tune Into Romance & Strum Hearts

Music aficionados & romantics alike, set your hearts ablaze & welcome to the enchanting realm of guitar pickup lines. In this short post, we unravel the playful fusion of musical prowess and flirtatious wordplay that is sure to captivate both your ears and hearts.

Gibson SG Knobs Explained: Understanding the Controls of an Iconic Guitar

They essentially control the volume & tone of the pickups. There are typically two volume knobs, one for each pickup, allowing you to adjust the output level of each pickup independently. Similarly, there are two tone knobs, which...

Guitar Jack Not Working? Here's A Few Easy Steps To Fix The Crackles & Pops

Guitar jack not working? Maybe you’re getting no sound, or the occasional loud crackle? If so, you’ve come to the right place. The guitar jack plays a crucial role in...

How To Use Guitar Picks: What Every Beginner Should Absolutely Know

Learning to play the guitar can be an exciting &rewarding experience, but with so many different techniques & tools to master, it can also be a little overwhelming, especially for beginners. One of the most fundamental topics is learning how to use guitar picks...

Are Guitar Picks Flammable? The Burning Question

So, you may be wondering “are guitar picks flammable”. After all, we all know that music can set the soul on fire, but can it set your guitar pick ablaze too? Let's start by talking about what guitar picks are made of...

Why Are Guitar Picks Different Thicknesses?

What's the correlation between pick thickness, tone, and playability? Read on to find out why different thicknesses provide guitarists with a variety of options to achieve...

Which Guitar Pick To Use On Acoustic? Tips & Considerations

Choosing which guitar pick to use on acoustic guitar can be crucial as it affects the tone, attack, and overall feel of your playing. Thin picks are often the...

Learning Each Letter or Name For Guitar Strings

Learning each corresponding letter or name for guitar strings is an essential first step for any aspiring guitarist. So here are the notes on a six-string guitar, in E standard tuning, from first to sixth string (thinnest to thickest)...

History of Guitar In Standard Tuning (How it came to be)

E standard guitar tuning ( E, A, D, G, B, and E) is the most commonly used tuning for six-string guitars. Here's a bit on the history & how it came to be...

Guitar Kill Switch Frequently Asked Questions #2

Using a guitar kill switch has grown in popularity in recent years and they have become an addition to many modern guitars. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about them...

How Many Guitar Strings? Traditional vs Extended Range Guitars

If you're new to the guitar & are wondering how many guitar strings it has or can have, stay tuned!

We'll cover some of the most common string quantities out there regarding traditional & extended range instruments.

Plus, we'll go over some pros & cons related to each type then answer some frequently asked questions.

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