Guitar Chord Theory
August 26, 2021 / March 24, 2025
Ever come across a chord written like this ø7 or perhaps m7b5 or even -7b5 and wondered what it was?....
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August 20, 2021 / March 24, 2025
How do you make a minor chord more interesting? By adding a note, and making it into a 7th chord.....
August 17, 2021 / March 24, 2025
In today’s article, we’re going to take a closer look at one of the four most common types of 7th....
August 13, 2021 / March 24, 2025
Ever tried learning a new song, only to see a 7 written beside a chord that you would otherwise have....
August 9, 2021 / March 24, 2025
In today’s article, we’re going to discuss sus (aka suspended) chords. If you’re looking for a quick rundown:Sus chords (short....
Acoustic Guitar Accessories
August 5, 2021 / March 24, 2025
Did you know your choice of guitar pick can make a big difference to the tone and feel of your....
Songwriting
July 27, 2021 / March 24, 2025
Interested in writing your own music? The acoustic guitar is, in my opinion, the premier instrument for writing music. Check....
Acoustic Guitar Care
July 24, 2021 / March 24, 2025
Most of us should probably take better care of our guitars. Considering the value we place on them, it’s surprising....
July 21, 2021 / March 24, 2025
Perhaps the most important component of any guitar is the neck, it’s the interface of the guitar, so it pays....
Recording The Acoustic Guitar
July 10, 2021 / March 24, 2025
Learn the basics of recording acoustic guitar, including how to get started, what to avoid and what makes a great recording and a look at the essential equipment required.
Acoustic Guitar Anatomy
June 30, 2021 / March 24, 2025
The acoustic guitar is a fretted stringed instrument. It is a member of the ‘lute family’ which includes stringed instruments....
Learn Acoustic Guitar
June 20, 2021 / March 24, 2025
Learning guitar theory (music theory for guitar) can be incredibly useful. But, where do you start? Click here to learn the basics of sound, notes, scale and chords and the order to learn them in.
June 9, 2021 / March 24, 2025
Putting total creative freedom aside for just a moment, when it comes to songwriting there are tried and true song structures that can be particularly useful for those just getting started crafting their own music. Click here to learn more.
Acoustic Guitar Types
June 1, 2021 / March 24, 2025
What makes the best acoustic guitars for singers? Click here to learn how tonewoods, body style, and size are all considerations for vocalists.
May 27, 2021 / March 24, 2025
When first learning guitar, a question often asked is, what’s the difference between open and barre chords and when should I use one verse the other? Click here to learn the key differences between open and barre chords, and how to use them.
May 25, 2021 / March 24, 2025
Wondering what the term ‘cowboy chords’ means? Click here to learn exactly what cowboy chords are, where the term (may) have come from, and some useful suggestions on how to improve them.
May 14, 2021 / March 24, 2025
If you are hearing dead spots on your guitar neck e.g. a ‘dead’ note that can’t be heard when the note is fretted, decays rapidly or you only hear a buzzing sound, chances are you have a dead fret. And, while it may sound more dramatic than it actually is, the truth is dead frets can almost always be resurrected.
April 28, 2021 / March 24, 2025
When first learning how to restring and tune an acoustic guitar you may notice your bridge pins popping out while tuning. Click here to learn why this happens, and how you can fix the problem once and for all.
April 27, 2021 / March 24, 2025
Ever wondered why some guitars have pickguards while others don’t? Are they strictly necessary or included purely for aesthetic reasons?....
April 20, 2021 / March 24, 2025
Learn what fret markers (aka fretboard inlays, position markers) are used for, why they are seen on particular frets and not others, the materials they are made from, and why some guitars don’t have fret markers at all.
