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Correctly Fix Guitar String Nut Binding

A nut that isn’t cut currently and is binding the guitar strings will exhibit problems ranging from tuning instability, and strings breaking at the nut, to unwanted overtones, and loud pings when a string is tuned. Fixing improperly cut, or worn out nut slots is an easy process.

Best Guitar Strap for a Gibson ES-335

The best guitar strap to use with a Gibson ES-335, based on the guitar’s weight, is 2.5” wide and made from leather or suede. In this article we’ll dive into some other strap options, and discuss which strap locks are the best choice for the 335.

Guitar Wall Mount Vs Guitar Stand

Guitar wall hangers are great for neat presentation, protection from getting knocked over, and saving space. Guitar floor stands are great for certain space considerations, price, and when drilling into a wall isn’t an option.

How to Slow Down Music to Learn Guitar Parts

Transcribe! software is the best i’ve found for slowing down music and maintaining correct pitch making it easy for slowing music to learn guitar parts and solos.

How to Tell if Your Guitar Neck Needs Adjustment

Learning how to adjust the neck of your guitar through the truss rod is an easy task that simply takes some patience and a couple tools. However, the harder part is often knowing when it is actually necessary to make an adjustment to the guitar’s neck. In this article we dive into the specific reasons and conditions to look out for that may indicate your guitar needs a truss rod adjustment.

Setup Like a Pro: Correctly Adjust the Neck of Your Guitar

A correctly adjusted neck is essential for a guitar to play and sound its best, but one of the most basic and yet terrifying parts of a guitar setup is adjusting the truss rod in the neck of the guitar. Despite the horror stories we’ve all heard, the neck adjustment on a guitar is simple, easy, and can be performed by any skill level of player. Follow along as we dive into the correct way to adjust the truss rod in the neck of your electric or acoustic guitar.

Float, Deck, or Block: An Exploration of The Strat Bridge

No doubt, the trem on the Fender Strat is both iconic and potentially frustrating because of the complexity it introduces into a guitar’s setup. In this article, we explore the three ways (floating, decking, or blocking) to set up the Stratocaster’s bridge and the pros and cons of each.

What Should My Guitar Teacher Be Teaching Me

Learning to play guitar can be incredibly challenging, and one of the best ways to level up your playing is through one on one guitar lessons. But what if you’re not learning anything? What if you’re not getting any better? What should your guitar teacher be teaching you?

Does Installing a Pickup Hurt the Value of Your Acoustic Guitar

You want to install a pickup in your acoustic guitar, but don’t want to hurt its retail value. In this article we’re going to explore whether an aftermarket pickup in an acoustic guitar increases or decreases the value of the instrument.

How to Correctly Setup a Stratocaster

Doing setup work on your own guitar can be intimidating at first, but once you get the hang of it it’s easy to do, saves you money, and allows you to dial in your guitar to play exactly how you like it. Follow along for a step by step guide to setting up your Stratocaster […]