Posts by Jacob

When learning to play the guitar, you typically use a pick since it’s helpful for strumming and easier to use against the strings. With time, you may learn how to play with your fingers, but picks...

What actually happens when a guitar gets wet, how much damage water does to acoustic and electric, and what to do straight away.

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...