Fender has released the newest model in the American Acoustasonic Series: the American Acoustasonic Stratocaster. Originally previewed at Winter NAMM 2020, this all-new model is inspired by its sister Telecaster platform, but also moves the series forward with creative options in new design and technology. Building off of the Acoustasonic Telecaster released at Winter NAMM […]
It’s time for the Making Music “One Voice, One Guitar, One Song” songwriting contest. The winner will receive an AKG LYRA Ultra-HD Multi-pattern USB microphone.
This brief history of the guitar dates back to the 14th century, when troubadours would serenade their ladies with guitars and guitar-like instruments.
“What should I learn to play first?” is a really common question for beginner guitarists. And although it’s somewhat subjective, there are certain staple essentials. Your stylistic tastes may determine how you explore these key elements (more detail below), but still this is ground that needs to be covered. Here’s a list of the categories […]
Designed as a way to let many frustrated guitarists continue playing, Rock-iT Barre was created to play guitar chords (and still allow for some fingering) for experienced guitarists who have developed arthritis or for those who have a missing digit.
The blues scale is one of the most important scales in guitar playing, and one of the first that many guitarists will learn.
Two iconic American brands based in Southern California have teamed-up to collaborate on a unique new project that blends the exciting worlds of high-performance supercars and custom guitars that debuted at WNAMM this past week. Supercar manufacturer Saleen Automotive has announced a special collaboration with Fender to produce the “Fender® Stratocaster® 1,”a custom electric guitar inspired by the new Saleen […]
A partnership that crosses over three decades, Gibson and Slash announced on January 9 the release of the first-ever Slash Collection. In a history-making move for the brand, the Slash Collection will feature multiple acoustic and electric guitars. The new Slash Collection will officially premiere at the Gibson experience space, 3rd Floor, Ballroom A, during […]
In our fourth episode of a five-part series, the folks over at SubCat Studios in Syracuse, New York break down some tips and tricks of miking a guitar cabinet.
There’s a new ukulele in the grove with the introduction of the HUG Ukulele Exotic Mango Wood Series, the debut product line from Hawaiian Ukulele & Guitar. These handcrafted instruments are made from mango wood and deliver the warm tones of their tropical origin. With beautiful styling, all-solid wood construction, and high-quality resonance, the HUG […]