Posts by Jacob

As a guitarist, you work so hard to achieve the perfect sound that having it subdued by ringing or buzzing can feel very disheartening. However, something players and enthusiasts can’t seem to...

Those who’ve been playing guitar for a while know that even the smallest details can make a difference in your performance and overall playing experience. One feature some guitarists tend to...

The strings are one of the most important parts of the guitar, as they are responsible for creating the sound as you pick or strum them. Since the strings do most of the work, it’s natural to...

Guitarists seeking to prolong notes often turn to thicker strings, but why do they extend sustain?  Thicker guitar strings increase sustain because their added mass allows them to vibrate...

Bruno Mars, known for his captivating voice and memorable melodies, also creates music that's a joy for guitarists to play. Many of his hits have simple chord progressions that are perfect for...

Drop C tuning is often associated with heavier music genres requiring a deeper, resonant guitar sound. It involves lowering the pitch of each string, with the sixth string going down two whole steps...