Tone Journey

What Are Guitar Strings Made Of

We guitarists just want to play! We grab the closest body with strings and start plinking away, but sometimes knowing your guitar parts can really elevate your experience. One of the most important...

What Is A Baritone Guitar

Some of you know I'm a drummer, but I have been messing around with guitars for nearly 30 years. One thing I love is how many different forms this instrument can take. I started with a wide-necked ...

How Many Strings Does A Guitar Have?

Without guitar strings, there’s no way to hear the heart and soul of your instrument. Without them, a guitar is just a well-crafted piece of wood hanging on your wall. Strings are what create sound...

What Is An Active Guitar Pickup

Curious about active guitar pickups and how they compare to passive ones? This guide breaks down what an active guitar pickup is, how it works, and why so many players choose them for everything fr...

How to Lower the Action On An Electric Guitar

Playing an electric guitar is an absolute blast, but I have to be honest, setting up and adjusting your guitar can be a bit tricky as heck, especially when you're a beginner, don't have the right t...

Most Versatile Electric Guitar

  Electric guitars, where do I even start!? For some reason, more than 20% of all parents report their children having an interest in learning to play the guitar. So, from the beginning of our expe...

How to Change Guitar Strings On An Electric Guitar

Learning how to change guitar strings on an electric guitar keeps your tone fresh and your playing smooth. In this guide, we walk you through removing the strings, cleaning the fretboard, and insta...

How to Clean Guitar Fretboard

Wondering how to clean your guitar fretboard without damaging it? In this step-by-step guide, we’ll walk you through exactly how to clean guitar fretboard surfaces safely and effectively, whether y...

How Often Should You Change Guitar Strings

Wondering how often you should change your guitar strings? Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, keeping fresh strings on your electric guitar is one of the easiest ways to improve tone, ...

Humbucker Pickup Covers

Humbucker pickup covers are more than just eye candy, they play a real role in your tone, shielding, and pickup protection. In this post, we explore what humbucker pickup covers are, the materials ...