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08/01/2018
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Best Beginner Electric Guitars

Whether you are a beginner at a young age, or you are an elderly person wanting to start playing the guitar – there will be something on the market to suit your style, ability and budget. There are so many different styles, shapes and sizes of electric guitars to choose from that it may seem rather daunting. In order to help, we’ve put together this electric guitar buying guide, which we hope will shed some light on the different things for you to be aware of when choosing your first... Read More

05/01/2018

Why Taylor Guitars Are So Good

Taylor Guitars has grown into the worlds leading builder of premium acoustic guitars. They offer a wide range of body sizes and different tones of wood which ensures that there is a guitar for everyone. Taylor is known for providing rich, balanced tones whilst ensuring they have outstanding playability. Each guitar has unique features due to their tonewood and aesthetic detailing, not only do they provide high-quality guitars, they also provide left-handed guitars too. Whether you’re a beginner looking for your first guitar or an experienced guitarist hoping for a... Read More

04/01/2018
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Electric Vs Acoustic Drums

Out of the two, acoustic and electric drums – which one should you purchase? Which is the best to practice and play on? You need to break down the advantages and disadvantages of both instruments. Both drum kits have both, but it all depends on how you intend to use the kit and how you wish to progress. So, we will start with the acoustic drum kit – the more popular drum kit out of the two: Advantages Disadvantages Great feel and touch, no matter how hard you hit and... Read More

28/12/2017
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Electric, Acoustic, Classical?

When starting out you can choose any guitar you like, as when you have mastered the basics – you can switch around and play whichever one you like. However, if you are wanting to only play the one then it can be a tough decision to make, but when the decision is made you will be on the way to beginning your musical journey. Each guitar has many variations, with there being three different types to choose from you should know what sets them apart from one another. So, acoustic... Read More

20/12/2017

How Different Woods Affect Your Acoustic Sound

When shopping for an acoustic guitar you will notice there are many different types of woods that you can choose from, you may not know that choosing a certain wood can alter the sound of your acoustic guitar. But what does each would do? Most of us aren’t wood experts, so what exactly do different woods have to do with the sound of an acoustic guitar? Tonewoods – which are the woods used to build acoustic guitars, have huge effects on the sound of an instrument. The woods all have... Read More

19/12/2017

Why Do You Need A Line 6 Spider V Amp?

An amp for the modern guitarist, the everyday guitar player that wants a versatile amp. You may be gigging, in the studio, practising at home or just having fun in your garage – the spider range amps cover all of these areas. With every model of amp, you will receive amazing tone to ensure you get a powerful performance every time. With this range, you will never be short on inspiration, the amps will allow you to create unique tones that once you could only dream of. Not only do... Read More

18/12/2017
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Boss Pedal Perks

As a treat from us, to you, when you purchase a Boss pedal from us, you can use your receipt to sign up for an exclusive loyalty programme with Boss and receive free gifts! Each purchase you make, you will be rewarded for! Boss has got a new exciting scheme in place that can earn you a free BOSS pedal, along with a range of limited-edition collectables and merchandise. When you purchase a BOSS pedal, you simply need to visit bosscollectors.com and create your own profile and register your new... Read More

14/12/2017
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How To Improve Your Guitar Playing Skills

Are you wanting to improve your guitar techniques? There is always room for improvement when playing an instrument, so the chances are you clicked on this blog because the answer is yes! As we are learning how to play an instrument we will pick up habits along the way that can cause our level of performance to slack. Therefore, you may be wondering if there a solution to this, and how do I improve the way I play? 1 – Record Yourself A great way to motivate yourself is by... Read More

13/12/2017
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Why You Need A Yamaha Digital Drum Kit

If you’re a drummer, or you are thinking of starting out, then a Yamaha Digital Drum Kit is the perfect addition to you!  The Yamaha Drum Kits push for a modern drumming experience, they have more responsive pads that really bring your kit to life. If you want to create new, creative sounds then this is a great option for you! A very digital experience, if you are into your digital kits then what are you waiting for? Digital drum kits are compact and can also provide the player with... Read More

08/12/2017
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What Will Guitar Pedals Do For Me?

A guitar pedal sometimes referred to as an effects pedal are small electronic units that alter the sound of a guitar in a specific way. They are specifically used to produce special effects such as distortion, fuzz, chorus and much more.  Depending on the guitar pedal that you have, it is possible to control the volume, equalization and other aspects regarding the tone of your guitar. There are so many pedals available that you would be able to produce just about any type of special effect that you wish. So,... Read More