Learn About the Acoustic Guitar
Recording The Acoustic Guitar
March 30, 2020 / May 23, 2024 by Marty
Learn what to look out for in an audio interface, including how to select the best interface for your home studio, why an audio interface is a must have item and what technical terms such as 'sample rate' actually mean.
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March 12, 2020 / May 23, 2024 by Marty
Learn what makes a great mic for acoustic guitar recording, how microphones work and the different types to choose from along with our top recommendations.
Buying an Acoustic Guitar
February 24, 2020 / May 23, 2024 by Marty | 5 Comments on A Guide to Short Scale Acoustic Guitars
Short scale acoustic guitars are becoming increasingly popular. Learn what a short scale acoustic guitar is, how the shorter scale affects playability and the impact this has on tone.
Acoustic Guitar Care
February 24, 2020 / May 23, 2024 by Marty | 2 Comments on How to Measure Guitar Scale Length
Learn how to measure scale length and why simply measuring the length of the string able to freely vibrate is not an accurate method.
February 17, 2020 / May 23, 2024 by Marty | 1 Comment on Newbies Guide to Buying An Acoustic Guitar [New & Used]
Wondering what to look for in an acoustic guitar? new or second-hand? how much you should spend? which brands you can trust. Our in-depth guide covers everything you need to know and more.
February 13, 2020 / May 23, 2024 by Marty | 1 Comment on Why Your Acoustic Guitar Sounds Bad
Wondering why your acoustic guitar sounds bad? Learn the different causes for a poor sounding acoustic guitar and what you can do about it.
February 7, 2020 / May 29, 2024 by Marty
Learn how to clean an acoustic guitar like the pros. Improve the look and feel, tone and playability with these simple to follow tips.
Acoustic Guitar Accessories
January 31, 2020 / May 23, 2024 by Marty | 2 Comments on Acoustic Guitar Pickups
A simple to follow guide outlining the different types of acoustic guitar pickups, how they work, the differences between the four main types of acoustic guitar pickups available and the pros and cons of each.
Learn Acoustic Guitar
November 19, 2019 / May 27, 2024 by Marty | 7 Comments on All Notes On Guitar [And How To Learn Them]
How to learn all the notes on your guitar's fretboard. A complete guide to the chromatic scale, root notes, octaves and intervals and handy hacks to help memorise the fretboard.
Guitar Scale Theory
November 17, 2019 / May 23, 2024 by Marty | 10 Comments on Guitar Scales Explained
Ever wondered what scales are and why they are so important for guitarists? In this article we explain the concept of scales in an easy to digest manner.
October 29, 2019 / May 23, 2024 by Marty
Learn some useful tips and tricks for recording classical guitar at home using just a basic home studio setup.
October 22, 2019 / May 27, 2024 by Marty
Learn why humidity affects acoustic guitars and some of the tools and accessories available that can help control humidity and lessen the risk of problems occurring.
Acoustic Guitar Anatomy
October 15, 2019 / May 23, 2024 by Marty | 3 Comments on How To Prevent Acoustic Guitar Feedback
Acoustic guitars are highly susceptible to feedback. Learn why this occurs and how to prevent acoustic guitar feedback.
Fingerpicking
October 11, 2019 / May 23, 2024 by Marty | 16 Comments on What Are The Best Guitars For Fingerpicking
In the market for a new guitar and play more in a fingerpicking style as opposed to using a pick? In the following article we’ll break down why some guitars are better suited to fingerpicking than others.
Acoustic Guitar Types
October 8, 2019 / May 23, 2024 by Marty
Want to give your kids the best introduction to guitar possible? Getting them started on the right foot starts with the right size guitar. Learn how to pick the right size guitar for your child with our in-depth guide.
October 2, 2019 / May 29, 2024 by Marty
There are few things more frustrating than putting a dent in a guitar you really cherish, but there are solutions anyone can take advantage of. Learn how to repair dents and chips on acoustic guitars.
September 26, 2019 / July 16, 2024 by Marty
The term 'Tonewood' is used to describe wood used in the construction of stringed instruments, chosen for their acoustic properties. In the following article we're going to explore the world of acoustic guitar tonewoods, and explain how different characteristics of timber such as density, moisture, strength and flexibility influence how an acoustic guitar sounds.
September 16, 2019 / May 23, 2024 by Marty
A distinctive instrument in its own right, the resonator guitar (also commonly referred to as the ‘dobro’ or ‘steel guitar’) is synonymous with delta blues, traditional blues, bluegrass guitar, and even jazz and country. Click here to learn more about them.
September 10, 2019 / May 23, 2024 by Marty
Ever wondered why acoustic guitars needs batteries but your electric doesn’t? Click here to learn more about acoustic guitar amplification.
