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Monday July 15, 2024. 06:05 PM
The first time I heard Steel Guitar Rag, I was transported to a smoky honky-tonk, the twangy melody weaving through the air like a time machine. Little did I know that this iconic tune would become my lifelong passion and the subject of countless hours of study and practice. ...
The moment I first laid hands on the S101 electric guitar, I knew I was in for a surprise. As a seasoned guitar journalist, I’ve strummed countless strings, but this instrument struck a unique chord. What makes this budget-friendly axe stand out in a sea of entry-level option...
Big Thief has announced that after nearly a decade in the group, founding bassist Max Oleartchik is no longer a member of the band. The news was shared in a Facebook post citing “interpersonal reasons,” although the change is made with love.
The first time I held a Lucero classical guitar, I was struck by an unexpected revelation. Despite its modest price tag, the instrument resonated with a warmth and clarity that rivaled guitars twice its cost. As a luthier with decades of experience, I’ve encountered...
The first time I plucked the strings of a Timberline harp guitar, I knew I had stumbled upon something extraordinary. The resonant, multi-layered sound that filled my workshop was unlike anything I’d ever heard from a single instrument. As a luthier with an engineering backgr...
Imagine a guitar with 100 strings, its neck as wide as a piano keyboard, producing a symphony of sounds unlike anything you’ve ever heard. As I stood before this musical marvel, my fingers itching to explore its vast fretboard, I realized how far the world of string guitars...
I’ll never forget the day I watched in horror as a priceless vintage Martin guitar cracked right before my eyes. The cause? A sudden drop in humidity that wreaked havoc on its delicate wooden structure. That moment changed my perspective on guitar care forever. As a veteran...
The first time I held a mahogany guitar, I knew I was experiencing something extraordinary. The rich, warm tones that emanated from its body were unlike anything I’d heard before. As a luthier with nearly three decades of experience, I’ve come to understand the profound...
The first time I plugged into a 4×12 guitar cabinet, I felt the ground shake beneath my feet. The raw power and sonic depth were unlike anything I’d experienced before. That moment changed my perception of guitar tone forever. As a luthier and former engineer, I’ve spent...
The first time I strummed the Yamaha FD01S, I was transported back to my early days as a budding guitarist. The familiar dreadnought shape felt like an old friend, but there was something different about this instrument. As I explored its tones and playability, I couldn’t...
The first time I heard a guitar tuned so low it rumbled like distant thunder, I knew I had to explore this sonic frontier. As a seasoned guitarist and editor of ‘Acoustic Guitar’ magazine, I’ve witnessed countless players push the boundaries of their instruments. But nothing...
Sunday July 14, 2024. 10:05 PM
The first time I strummed a Yamaha 12-string guitar, I was transported to a world of rich, shimmering harmonies I’d never experienced before. As the editor of ‘Acoustic Guitar’ magazine since 2014, I’ve played countless instruments, but nothing quite captures the magic of a...
Dusty Hill picked Elwood Francis to take his position in ZZ Top. Francis recently shared his thoughts with Guitar World.
The first time I strummed a single pickup guitar, I was struck by its raw, unadulterated tone. It was like hearing the essence of rock ‘n’ roll distilled into six strings. As the editor of ‘Acoustic Guitar’ magazine, I’ve explored countless guitar configurations, but single...
North Sea Jazz just dropped another fantastic concert from their archives: George Duke & Chaka Khan live in 2009, Jeflee Johnson on guitar, Mike Manson on bass, Ronald Bruner on drums, and Shannon Pearson on backing vocals.
I never thought a simple skull guitar knob could change my entire perspective on instrument design. As I held that intricately crafted piece of metal in my hand, I realized I was witnessing the perfect marriage of form and function. These small components aren’t just...
I watched in horror as my friend’s beloved classical guitar buckled under the tension of steel strings. The bridge lifted, the neck warped, and the once-beautiful instrument lay in ruins. This devastating moment sparked my lifelong quest to understand the intricacies of...
This week's top 10 list once again includes plenty of bass gear. It also includes the latest Talking Technique bass lesson by Ariane Cap, some news, and another epic video by Charles Berthoud.
As I held my first JB Player guitar, I couldn’t help but wonder: how had this brand managed to fly under the radar for so long? The sleek curves, the surprisingly rich tone – it was a revelation. But little did I know, this was just the beginning of a journey that would...
As I sat in my studio, a student’s frustrated sigh caught my attention. “I just can’t get this pull-off to sound right!” he exclaimed, his fingers fumbling over the fretboard. It was a moment that took me back to my own journey, reminding me why I wrote ‘Guitar Aerobics‘ and...
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