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I’ve been on a quest to find the perfect pick – and it didn’t just improve my tone, it made me a better player
After using Tortex for 20 years, I tried Fender’s “game-changing” Offset Picks – they weren’t my final destination, but they made me realize what an important contribution picks make to your overall sound
How social media is affecting our perception of guitar playing
Be inspired but don't be intimidated by social media virtuosity, says respected guitar tutor Justin Sandercoe. Remember, these influencers are pros and you're only seeing them at their best
Wrestling with noisy pedals? One simple trick made my pedalboard whisper-quiet – and it didn’t cost me a thing
Forget buying a noise suppressor – sometimes all your rig needs is some TLC
I’ve tried every home practice solution under the sun, but nothing stuck. Then I plugged in a headphone amp – and now I’m playing for hours
As a busy guitarist and parent, Boss’ new Katana:GO has been a revelation when it comes to my playing time – but it’s the way it feels that’s got me hooked
Tired? Bored? Small hands? These are the top 8 excuses for avoiding guitar practice – and how to beat them
A revealing (and possibly triggering) compilation of excuses for not practicing guitar
I love the sound of a good neck pickup – but practicing on the bridge pickup has made me a better guitarist
Great tone doesn't necessarily make for a great practice session – here's why
Fender Japan has developed a rabid cult following, but do its crazy-limited electric guitars live up to the hype? I finally gave in and bought one to find out
The achingly chic Elemental Series is one of Fender Japan’s most lusted-after recent launches. I snapped up the Jazzmaster to discover if MIJ guitars are worthy of their obsessive fandom
I’ve been fitting locking tuners to all my electric guitars for 20 years – and I just found out I’ve been using them wrong the whole time
It turns out there’s a right way to restring locking tuners – and it will make your guitar stay in tune better
