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Expert advice: 35 ways to play (and sound) better right now
Enjoy these tips from guitarists who know their stuff - from rock royalty to jazz patriarchs to random bad asses
5 times a live version of a song was better than the studio recording
A studio recording merely captures a moment in time. Who says you can't play the song more convincingly 17 days later in front of a live audience in Peoria?
Why Every Band Should Own a PA
All the wringing and fussing over the minutiae of a signal path doesn’t mean squat if you’re hauling an ultra dialed-in rig out on a stage equipped with a dumpy PA.
Judas Priest, Queen, Cheap Trick and Neil Young: Four Killer Live Albums Turn 40
Behold four 1979 releases that have aged a lot more gracefully than Steve Martin's 'The Jerk.'
You’re at a Gig and Your Axe Has Gone Dead? It’s Time for Guitar Troubleshooting 101
Don’t panic — it’s probably something simple!
Tips for a Great Open-Mic Experience
Open-mic events are full of kindred spirits. Show up early, stay late, chat and ask questions. Who knows — you might meet your next collaborator!
How to build a guitar pedalboard
Put together the ultimate guitar pedalboard with our in-depth guide
How to Get a Blazing Country Guitar Sound
A tasty country guitar sound is unique, unmistakable and elusive to many players. Until now!
