by Keith | Oct 29, 2012 | Uncategorized
As guitar players, we all become reliant on tuning our guitars using the handy electronic tuner. It’s just easier and more convenient. But as with many “conveniences”, it comes with a price. And that price is the reduced ability to train our ears to...
by Keith | May 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
Many guitars these days are purchased online. But even with all the technology, price slashing and convenience of buying online, it’s important to remember the advantages of shopping for a guitar in a good old fashioned music store.Whether it’s a mom &...
by Keith | May 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
Getting on stage with an electric guitar and amp is pretty much a no brainer. You set the amp up, plug in your guitar, tweak the tone and you’re off.The biggest decision beyond that is whether or not to mic the amp through the PA – and that’s largely...
by Keith | May 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
Many beginning guitar students struggle with the choice between starting their guitar journey on an acoustic guitar or an electric guitar. Honestly, it can be a tough choice.Ideally it would be great if we could all afford to run out and buy one of each. But that...
by Keith | May 23, 2012 | Uncategorized
How often do you change your guitar strings? Once a week? Once a month? Once a year?Back in my touring days, playing guitar six or seven nights a week, I changed strings daily. It was a pain, but there’s nothing like a fresh, crisp sounding set of strings when...
