Spears Music | Blog

13/09/2022

Taylor Guitars Explained

Taylor GuitarsThis Blog is all about Taylor guitars and what makes them so good and why your next guitar should be a Taylor. We will take a journey through the History of Taylor guitars, what tonewoods they use and the different body shapes that make Taylor guitars the choice of so many world-famous Musicians from Taylor Swift, Jewel, David Gilmour,  Lindsey Buckingham to Dave Matthews. Taylor Guitars are an American guitar manufacturer based in El Cajon, California, and is one of the largest manufacturers of acoustic guitars in the United States.... Read More

15/07/2020

Hitting The Right Beat: A Look At The Different Parts Of A Drum Kit

Drum kits are made up from a number of different pieces and if you’re a beginner, it can be quite daunting at first when trying to figure out what the role of each piece is. We’re going to look at each piece and give a brief overview of what each one does. What are the different drum set parts? Sticks Stool Snare Base drum Hi-Hat Ride Cymbal Toms Floor Tom Crash & Splash Cymbals Digital Drum Kits Sticks These are the small wooden poles that are held in your hand... Read More

16/07/2019
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Choosing An Electric Drum Kit | Roland V- Drums Range Explained

In this blog we will help you choose an electronic Roland V-Drums kit to suit you, explaining the differences in the range. With the Roland V-Drums range of kits, you have a huge variety to choose from, this gives Roland a great advantage over many competitors. So you ask yourself – Which electronic kit is best for me? We will show you through the range to make an informed decision. Are you a lapsed drummer who misses playing? Or maybe someone who has always wanted to play drums but didn’t... Read More

30/04/2019
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Fender Amplifiers – All you need in one amp?

Fender have been making quality amplification for many years. Here at Rimmers Music we have been stocking Fender guitars, amplifiers and accessories for over 30 years. Fender amplifiers are well known worldwide for the build quality and distinctive tone they give. Built to compliment any Fender or Squier guitar they are also great with Gibson, Epiphone and many other guitar brands.   Fender have added few amplifier models to the range for 2019 such as the Fender Mustang LT25, ideal for beginners and students, with a super-simple user interface and... Read More

24/04/2019
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Have You Tried The New Fender Effect Pedal Range Yet?

Fender Effect Pedals are highly respected by musicians all over the world. They compliment not only Fender guitars like strats and teles but are also great for Gibson, Epiphone, Ibanez or any electric guitar. Here are some details about a few of the latest guitar effect pedals Fender produce. The Fender MTG Tube Distortion. Many competitor pedals try to copy the sound of tube breakup (this is a cracking up of the valve sound that gives a distinctive sound), Fender have done is instead of emulating tube distortion, they use... Read More

20/04/2019
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Why You Need a Fender American Performer!

The Fender American Performer Series delivers the exceptional tone and feel that you expect from an authentic Fender. At an affordable price range with low rate finance deals available at Rimmers Music, these guitars are not going to break the bank – they also have a renowned reputation for high-quality craftsmanship – so you are not compromising on quality with the affordable price point. With the new Fender American Performer range, they have built upon the foundations of the American Specials, adding new upgrades that guitarists will notice and appreciate.... Read More

14/04/2019
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Gibson Acoustic Guitars at Our Greater Manchester Store

Gibson Acoustic Guitars at Rimmers Music Bolton Store (Greater Manchester) We talk to James our acoustic guitar specialist at our Bolton store about what makes these guitars so good and the icon they are today! Here’s what he told us: Gibson acoustic guitars are made in Bozeman, Montana. The factory there specializes in making just the Gibson acoustic guitar range. At Rimmers Music in Bolton we are proud to be a dealer of these historic guitars. Currently we stock a range starting with the Gibson J-45 Studio up to the... Read More

29/03/2019

Taking Care Of Your Drums

Hello! In this brief post, I will be talking about some of the best and easiest ways of keeping your drums looking and more importantly sounding their best. First thing, may seem a simple one but keep your drums clean of dust and grime, especially by the inside of the rims, as this can cause bacteria to form that can corrode away at the chrome rims and even eat away at the drum skins if left for long periods of time. Staying in the same area, your drum skins are... Read More

07/03/2019

Guitar Size Buying Guide

You may not be aware of all the guitar sizes out there, but it is very important that you get the right fit! When on the market and looking at different sizes, the most important factors are playability and sound qualities. What are the main difference size acoustic guitars? Let’s start from the smallest and work our way through. Ukulele s are small Hawaiian guitars with only four strings, and are highly likely to be the smallest guitar you will encounter! Ukuleles are very popular, and not just for their... Read More

05/03/2019

Strat Or Tele?

One of the most common questions I get asked in the store by mostly beginner guitarists is, ‘What is the difference between a Stratocaster and a Telecaster?’. These two instruments are the most recognised and loved guitars in the music industry and are even recognized by many non-musicians as they have been used by so many artists from all genres of music… and of course, are still heavily used today! Both of these models were designed and first introduced in the ’50s and still used by thousands of people today,... Read More