Buying your first student clarinet can be an exciting experience, but it can also be confusing with so many choices on the market. When I first bought my clarinet, I remember that I didn’t even know what key it played in or what it was made of! I simply went to a large wholesale store …
Ukuleles continue to grow in popularity and are attractive to musicians for many reasons. The most common reasons are that they’re fun, easy to play, and perfect for all ages! There are a ton of ukuleles on the market and it can seem a bit daunting to navigate it all, but with a few basics …
We all have different hand sizes and learning to play the guitar can be difficult if you have smaller than average hands. Some entry-level guitarists with small hands fear learning the guitar, but thankfully there are many guitars with specs suited better for these players. When looking for a guitar for smaller hands you’ll want …
Buying a new mini guitar amp, just like any other piece of gear, can be a lot of fun. The experience of going to guitar shops, watching videos, and reading articles can be a good experience if you’re getting accurate information. All this is even more interesting when you know what you are looking for …
Buying a capo is easy. Choosing the best one is a bit more difficult. I should know. The first time I had to chose a capo to buy, it took me weeks before I finally decided on one. While this device may seem simple enough, there are several things that should be at the top …
Learning to play an instrument is an extremely beneficial learning experience for kids. Think about all the toys and activities over the years that kids pick up briefly and move on from, where a musical instrument has the chance to last a lifetime. Choosing which guitar to buy can be overwhelming with so many options …
Every musician starts somewhere and choosing the right instrument is one of the most important first steps. Whether you’re looking for a guitar to play at home, jam around the campfire, or become the next Jimi Hendrix, you’ve come to the right place. This article will show you how to navigate the many factors involved …
Regardless of whether you are a beginner or a professional guitar player with decades of experience under your belt, it’s hard to ignore the “wow” factor once you see a premium high end acoustic guitar. But, once you get past the initial astonishment and dig a little deeper, you see the price tag and then …
Knowing how to tune an instrument is an essential skill for a musician of any caliber. Whether you’re a complete beginner or a seasoned pro, knowing how to tune your guitar, bass or ukelele is usually the first step before starting your musical endeavors. In fact, a lot of innovation in the tuning industry has …
When most guitarists buy an amplifier, it’s for their electric guitar. However, if you have an acoustic-electric guitar most amplifiers aren’t optimized to work best in this application. Sure, it won’t damage your guitar or amp, but may not really do justice to your acoustic’s original rich tone either. Having an acoustic guitar amp specifically …