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Drop D Tuning on Guitar Explained (For Absolute Beginners)
Drop D tuning on guitar is an alternative tuning. Used predominantly in rock, metal, and blues, Drop d tuning is a great tool to have in your arsenal. Here’s everything you need to know about drop d tuning… If you’re new to playing guitar, the LAST thing you want to start thinking about is music…
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What Is A Trembucker? Don’t Worry, We Didn’t Know Either!
I had seen the question come up on several forums before. “What is a Trembucker?” in regards to a Seymour Duncan Pickup model. I did not really know the answer until now! If you have ever been interested in buying some aftermarket pickups, you will notice that there are tons of options out there. There…
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Must Have For Recording Guitar: The 4 Essentials For PRO Results!
What are the items that are “Must have For recording guitar”? There are a few things you need to get up and running, but the good news is…you probably already have some of them! Today we take a look at the bare minimum to getting started. There are tons of reasons why you would want…
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What is D Standard Tuning? Tutorial & Tips For New Players
D Standard tuning is a great option if you’re going for a heavier sound. Mastodon uses D Standard a lot. Here’s everything you need to know about tuning your guitar down to D Standard… You can play metal in standard. People claim you can’t or that it doesn’t sound heavy enough. Well, I have two…
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What Are Active Pickups? All You NEED To Know!
It’s easy to get confused when checking out the different types of pickups. Today we take a look at active pickups, and how they work. There are tons of different types of pickups out there. There are all kinds of different models, price points, and companies. The truth is, they all definitely make different sounds,…
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AADGBE Guitar Tuning (Drop A): Gettin’ LOW N’ DIRTY…
What is AADGBE guitar tuning? What bands use it? And what kind of strings do you need to tune down that low? Let’s dig in and find out… As guitar tunings go, AADGBE is not what you’d call popular. Not compared to Drop D or D Standard. But there are plenty of big bands that…
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Getting A Pro Guitar Tone: 5 Essential Tips All Beginners Need To Know
What makes an electric guitar sound good? There is no easy answer to this because “tone” is subjective. A guitar is also only as good as the sum of its parts. Today we look at all the components that make up tone and sound. What is Guitar Tone? You can have all the gear and…
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What is An FRFR Speaker Cabinet? A Pros & CONS Guide
In this guide, we’ll cover off what an FRFR speaker cabinet is, how they work, how they compare to standard cabs, and the pros and cons of using them in the studio, in a live setting, and at home… The sheer level of technology guitarists have at their disposal these days is mind-boggling. It is…
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Line 6 Helix Recording Techniques: The #1 Guide To Getting Started!
When it comes to Line 6 Helix recording techniques, you have a few different options. This is because the Helix was purposefully designed to be an “all in one solution”. Let’s take a look at how to get started recording with the Helix! Line 6 Helix Recording Techniques: The Options Are VAST Note: As of…
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DGCFAD – The Guitar Tuning of The Gods…
DGCFAD is an alternate tuning you can use on your guitar that is a whole step down from EADGBE. It sounds heavier too which is great for rock, metal, and blues Ever wondered why certain Metallica songs – songs like Seek and Destroy, for instance – sound WAY HEAVIER than others? It’s not because they’re…
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8 or 16 GB of Ram: Which Is Enough For Modern Music Production?
If you are just getting into recording for the first time, there are usually a ton of questions. The main one that I have found over and over is the amount of RAM your computer has. So is 8 or 16 GB of RAM enough these days for regular music production? 8 or 16 GB…
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BIAS FX Amp List: All The Amps Currently Available…
BIAS FX is one of our favorite guitar amp simulators for Mac and PC. BIAS FX 2 is the latest build of the software and below you’ll find the complete BIAS FX amp list… When it comes to amp simulators, BIAS FX 2 is currently my #1 favorite software for my computer. It’s cheap enough…
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The 3 Best Strings For Drop C Tuning: Get Ready For Some Insane CHUG!
Getting the right strings for Drop C Tuning can be a hard choice. Heck, getting the right strings for any tuning can be a real pain. Today we check out the 5 best brands for tuning down low. Finding The Best Strings For Drop C Tuning: Why Strings Matter Drop C is a very popular…
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Starting A Band And Getting Your First Gigs Part 1: A PRO Guide For Jumpstarting Your Career!
So you have some equipment, and you have honed your skills. It’s time to think about starting a band! But there are tons of things that you could learn the hard way, and today we are going to look at all the small details that will help you on your journey to the stage. Starting…
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The Top 5 Doom Metal Tunings: The Ultimate Guide to Going Insanely LOW!
Doom Metal is all about being heavy, slow and foreboding. Sure, you can achieve a heavy guitar sound in standard tuning. But there are several different Doom Metal tunings that the pros prefer. Today, we take a look at the top 5! Doom Metal Tunings: Getting The Sludge Just Right Over the past month or…
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Led Zeppelin Guitar Tunings: Alternate Tunings Used By The Band
Jimmy Page is one of the greatest guitarists to ever walk the earth, and over the years Mr. Page used an array of alternate guitar tunings on Led Zeppelin records. Here’s a complete list of ALL OF THEM… Led Zeppelin didn’t do that many albums. The albums they did do were outstanding, however, despite the…
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How To EASILY Find & Remember Fretboard Notes on Guitar
Memorizing the fretboard notes on your guitar, even if it is just the bottom string, is one of the best things you can do to improve your playing… Ah the fretboard. The home of all the greatest guitar riffs ever created and the bane of all new guitarists. Learning the fretboard, knowing all of its…
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Metallica Guitar Tunings Over The Years: The Complete, In-Depth Guide!
Metallica guitar tunings over the years have actually been pretty varied, although they are known mostly for using standard tuning. You would be surprised at how many tunings this legendary band have used! Today we take a loook at the songs, and all of their tunings! Metallica. Quite possibly the most famous metal band of…
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How Hard Is It To Learn Guitar? Beginner FAQs Answered…
How hard is it to learn guitar? How long does it take? Where do you start? Will you ever be any good? Here’s EVERYTHING you need to know about starting out… The guitar players you know and love have been playing for decades, in most cases. They honed their skills and craft over thousands of…
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How To Connect Guitar To MacBook (The Easy Way)
If you have a MacBook, an electric guitar, and some basic accessories, you can start recording guitar. This guide will show you how to connect guitar to MacBook – and don’t worry, it is super simple… When it comes to home recording, things have progressed massively in the last decade or two. Not so long ago,…
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Humbuckers vs Single Coil Pickups | What’s Best For Metal?
If you want to play metal on the guitar, which pickups are best for tone and overall sound quality – Humbuckers or Single Coil pickups? Let’s investigate… If you’re not sure about the difference between humbuckers and single coil pickups, I’m going to go out on a limb and assume you’re relatively new to guitar. If…
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13 Lesser Known Chord Voicing and Extensions For Metal, Doom & Stoner Rock
There are plenty of fundamentals that come with being a Metal guitarist. But have you have found yourself in a rut when it comes to composing riffs? Today we explore some lesser known chord voicing and extensions that will spice up your playing! There are so many things you have to learn when you become…
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Essential Electric Guitar Gear Everyone Should Own: A Beginner’s Guide
Getting started with playing guitar can be very daunting at first. It seems like you need at lot of items just to get the basics. Today we break all of that down to make an easy, concise list of essential electric guitar gear that everyone should own. Essential Electric Guitar Gear Everyone Should Own: A…
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How To Buy An Expensive Guitar (FOR LESS): Buying Tips…
If you’re after buy an expensive guitar, but you’re not exactly cash-rich what are your best options? Let’s review the best ways to buy an expensive guitar… Good guitars cost quite a bit of money. If you’re looking at a top-end Gibson Les Paul or Fender, you could be paying anywhere from $2000 to $5000…
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How To Palm Mute (Like A Metal GOD): Our #1 Tips…
There are tons of guitar techniques that are important to being an effective metal guitarist. Knowing how to palm mute is an essential part of playing guitar in all aspects, but especially with metal music. Today we take a look at how to palm mute, and why it’s important. How To Palm Mute: Wait…What IS…
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How To Hold An Electric Guitar Properly: A Pro’s #1 Tips
Everyone has their own style, and that is completely okay! But there are methods that are generally accepted as “correct” when it comes to starting your foray into electric guitar. Let’s take a look at the most widely-used methods of how to hold an electric guitar. While it may seem like a no-brainer, how you…
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How To Record Electric Guitar At Home: In-Depth Guide For Beginners
So you have your guitar and your amp, and now you’re ready to start recording your ideas. Learning how to record electric guitar can be a confusing process! Today we will take the basics, and get you recording in no time. How To Record Electric Guitar: The Basics… Chances are, if you are reading this,…
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Building Your First Pedalboard: The EASY Step By Step Guide
Building a pedalboard can be exciting because it is the first step to creating your own unique sound and tones. But it can also be a little confusing and daunting at first. Today we walk you through how to build your first pedalboard. Building Your First Pedalboard: Getting Started Pedals can be a blessing when…
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How To Set Guitar Intonation | The Ultimate Guide For Beginners
So you just bought a new guitar, and you pull it out of the box and tune it up. Why do all the chords sound…wrong? The answer is probably your intonation, and it is easy to do at home! Today we will talk about the easiest way to intonate your guitar at home. How Do…
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The Anatomy of The Electric Guitar: All The Bits Explained…
The electric guitar has come a long way since the 50s, when it was invented. But the basic parts have always remained the same, no matter how many times the guitar’s design has been changed. Today we take a look at how many different parts makeup what we know as the electric guitar. The Anatomy…
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How To Clean Your Guitar (Like a Pro): Our #1 Top Tips
There are a lot of misconceptions when it comes to how to clean your guitar. Everyone eventually has a preferred method that comes with experience. But what about when you are just starting out? Today we will go over products, methods, and the ins and outs of cleaning your guitar like a pro! How To…
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How To Tune A Guitar (Like A Pro): The Basics ALL Beginners Need To Know…
Everyone starts somewhere right? The best way to get started playing your new guitar is knowing how to tune it properly! There are different ways to go about doing this and in this guide, we’ll show you the basics about how to tune a guitar. How To Tune A Guitar: Getting Started… Tuning machines are…
