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In the world of acoustic guitar performances, achieving the perfect balance of dynamics and clarity can be a formidable challenge, especially in live settings. This is where the unsung hero of the pedalboard comes into play: the compression pedal. …
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As a musician, you are likely always exploring new genres and musical styles to add to your repertoire. Along the way, you may come across intriguing instruments that capture your attention. One such instrument is the harp guitar. This unique hybrid …
For any guitarist, the sound of new strings on an acoustic guitar is music to their ears. The fresh tone improves the overall sound quality and even the playability of the guitar. Whether you're playing professionally or just strumming at home, …
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Looking for the latest and greatest guitar products to enhance your music? Look no further! We've compiled a list of the top 50 guitar products available on Amazon.com to help you make informed decisions on your purchases. From instruments to …
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I've taken a dive into using thumb picks in recent months. Without being too obvious, I should clarify by saying that thumb picks are plastic (typically) guitar picks that wrap around the thumb so that you can easily pick independently with …
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Jazz guitarists have a unique style that sets them apart from other genres. From the big bands of the swing era to the bebop pioneers of the 1940s and beyond, jazz guitarists have always sought out the best instruments to help them achieve their …
The String Sling was designed with one purpose: to extend the life and vibrancy of your guitar strings. But it didn't stop there. The String Sling's development grew to encompass a number of other handy features as well. Let's take a look. The …
At the beginning of October, Taylor Guitars announced the release of its brand-new acoustic body shape — the Grand Theater. Known as the Taylor GT, the company’s latest body shape introduces a new category of acoustic guitar in size, feel and sound. …
Journey Instruments is introducing two unique models just in time for fall travels. Both guitars were created in response to customer demand for a solution to the unique travel requirements faced by traveling musicians. Classical guitar players …
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Earlier this year, Martin released it's "X Series", an economical line of acoustic guitars made for the ins and outs of daily living. With a price tag in the $500-700 range, Martin hopes this guitar will be your "daily commuter". Taking the X …
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If you're like me, you've been living in t-shirts for the last several months. As so many of us are stuck at home, with no desk jobs or fancy events to show up for, we're living in t-shirts, hats, and a dim sense of petrified wonder at what may …
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I’ve recently been trying out the Arturia Keystep portable USB MIDI controller. Here’s how I used it, and what worked. What is the Arturia Keystep? The Arturia Keystep is a portable musical tool combining the functionalities of a keyboard …
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The STOMP Bluetooth 4.0 foot switch is a handy (or shall we say "hands-free") way to page through sheet music while you play, remotely activate the recording function in ProTools, or trigger anything else you want to while you play. What is …
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...Two things that were made to go together. Tommy Emmanuel is a pre-eminent acoustic guitar player, and one of my favorites. Larrivée is a top, boutique custom guitar maker producing some of the best acoustic guitars on the market and, again, one of …
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