What Is a Banjolin?

What Is a Banjolin?

While I recently went over the differences between banjos and mandolins in a previous article, the truth is that you don’t have to choose one or the other. If you want to have the playability of the mandolin while also having the unique sound of a banjo, you might want to buy a banjolin. The … Read more

What Does a Boost Pedal Do?

Guitar Pedalboard

Deciding how many pedals to add to your pedal board is an art form in and of itself. While many players overload their boards with interesting reverb, delay, and overdrive effects pedals, boost pedals don’t get quite as much love from guitarists. There are many types of pedals that you may use as a guitar … Read more

What Is Clawhammer Banjo?

What is Clawhammer Banjo?

The banjo is an instrument with both a unique look and an intriguing sound. It also has a unique history as well, with its roots in West African music traditions. Despite its development over the years, however, the modern 5-string banjo style seems to be the most dominant today thanks to the instrument’s huge presence … Read more

Can You Play Guitar With Long Nails?

Can You Play Guitar With Long Fingernails?

Are you thinking about learning to play the acoustic or electric guitar? Not sure if you’ll be able to do it with your long fingernails? Playing the guitar can be a lot of fun. However, you’ll need to have access to your fingertips to do it. This obviously complicates things a bit if your fingernails … Read more

How to Clean Your Guitar (and What to Avoid)

How to Clean Your Guitar

When you’re a musician, your instrument is more than just a piece of equipment. It’s an extension of yourself and your craft. When it comes to caring for your guitar, you want to be sure that you’re cleaning it properly. When you clean your guitar, you’ll help it to sound, look, and play its best. … Read more

Jazz Vs Blues: What Are the Differences?

Jazz Vs Blues Differences

Trying to understand the characteristics of jazz vs blues music? Not sure what the differences between these two genres are? Jazz and blues have a very similar history and many of their elements seem to overlap and influence one another. However, as any blues or jazz aficionado will tell you, they’re far from the same. … Read more

Dynamic Vs Condenser Microphones: Understanding the Differences

Dynamic Vs Condenser Microphones

Are you thinking about buying a microphone for recording or for live performances? Failing to understand what the differences between dynamic and condenser mics are? If you’re thinking about buying a microphone, you’ll have to decide whether you want a dynamic or condenser mic. Both can be good options and much of your choice will … Read more

What Is a Dreadnought Guitar?

What is a Dreadnought Guitar?

Are you thinking about buying an acoustic guitar soon? Wondering what a “dreadnought guitar” is and whether you should buy one? Originally manufactured by Martin Guitars, the dreadnought guitar style has been adopted and modified by many manufacturers over the years. Today, it’s hard to find a manufacturer who doesn’t make a dreadnought guitar. In … Read more

Bluegrass Vs Country: What Are the Differences?

Bluegrass vs Country

Are you having a hard time distinguishing between bluegrass vs country music? Not sure what the differences are between these two unique musical genres? Especially for people who don’t ordinarily listen to either bluegrass or country music, it can be difficult to understand what the differences are between the two. This is because the two … Read more