Tech Tips & Tutorials
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The Causes of Acoustic Feedback in Semi and Full Hollow Body Guitars
The key reason why Tim Armstrong is able to play punk rock on his signature Gretch G5191BK axe without feedback is because it’s…
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Tech Tips: Installing Active Bassline Pickups
Basslines bass pickups range from the most authentic vintage reproductions to the most modern active pickups. Today in particular we’re going to…
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Quick Tips: Using An Acoustic Guitar On Stage
There’s just something in the natural tone of an acoustic guitar that can’t be replicated by an electric guitar, no matter how…
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Color Code Translation Chart for Pickup Wiring
— Color Code Chart For Pickup Wiring — The single best way to dramatically change the sound of your electric guitar is…
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Truss Rod Adjustment for Fender Electrics
Having trouble with your guitar’s action? Are your strings too far or too close to your frets? Sounds like its time for…
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How To Quickly Get A Good Sound From Your Tube Amp
We all know that most tube amps have a certain sweet spot where you get great sustain, good dynamics, a rich…
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Do Capacitors Change Tone?
You’ve probably come across guitar capacitors from time to time, not really knowing what they do aside from being part of…
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Tech Tips: Guitar Fretboard Radius Explained
You might have noticed that on a good number of electric guitar and basses, their fretboards (also known as fingerboards) aren’t exactly…
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Factors that Affect a Pickup’s Tone – Part 2
Today we continue our feature on dissecting the factors that contribute to the tone of a pickup. Make sure to to check…
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Keeping Your Guitar At The Right Temperature And Humidity
Hands down, one of the easiest and best ways to prolong the life of your electric guitar is by storing it…