So why do folks want to replace the standard MIM Strat pickups? Many of the same internal components are used between the American-made and the Mexican-made Stratocasters, and while some people will tell you the MIM Strat uses an inferior build quality, others assert the only difference between them is the price. However, the one […]
Continue reading →The Gibson SG can be described as a truly legendary guitar. As every single part of it is high-quality and durable, it really stands out no matter the genre of music for which it is used. However, if you seek a slightly different sound from this guitar, an alternative pickup solution is your best bet. […]
Continue reading →Finding the right bass pickups for metal is majorly important. See, playing bass in a metal band is already pretty daunting. Being overshadowed by the guitars or even the kick drum is a common issue metal bass players have to deal with. That’s exactly why you should consider investing in good pickups. As you turn […]
Continue reading →The majority of banjos you’ll find on the market use 5 strings in “open G” tuning, meaning that if you strum without pressing any frets you’ll play a G chord. The 6-string banjo, on the other hand, is tuned like a guitar, making it an excellent choice if that’s your main instrument but you want […]
Continue reading →When you’re buying an electric guitar, one of the first things you need to figure out is whether you want to get one with single coil pickups or humbuckers. Depending on your decision, you will have a guitar that works for certain genres of music better than for other. What happens when you decide you […]
Continue reading →If you are a banjo player and want to amplify the sound of your instrument for stage use or a studio recording, you will have to get one of these pickups. We have chosen 4 of the best banjo pickup models that we think will give the performance you need to get the job done. […]
Continue reading →Guitar cables are generally a pretty hot commodity. This seemingly insignificant part of every guitar rig has the power to make or break the entire setup. Ever since things went digital, pedal boards have become a necessity for a large number of guitar players. They’ve made using several or more guitar effects pedals so simple […]
Continue reading →Microphones and vocals in general, are probably more dependent on the quality of cables than any other position in a modern band. It’s partially due to their construction and partially due to the length of your average microphone cable. With that said, there’s a whole market for XLR cables out there, filled to the brim […]
Continue reading →Just like the drum sticks you use on your snare, toms, and cymbals, the kind of beater you use for the kick drum on your kit will have a discernible impact on how your drum ultimately sounds. Changing out the beater can often be a much more affordable way to tweak your kick drum tone […]
Continue reading →A 2X12” amp is the perfect size for a gigging guitarist in most styles of music. It’s large enough to give you the power to cut through all but the largest and loudest ensembles, but is still small enough to be easily transportable and to perform in smaller venues without overpowering the rest of your […]
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