Guitar Amp Not Working: Quick Fix [Guide]

Guitar Amp Not Working: Quick Fix [Guide]

As a guitarist, there are few things more frustrating than finding your guitar amp not working after you plug your guitar in.  I’ve compiled a list of common and quick fixes to make your amp work again, with troubleshooting tips to speed up the process. … Read more

How Does A Guitar Amp Work: EXPLAINED!!

how does a guitar amp work

Guitar amps are fascinating: so many models, each with a unique tone. But getting the tone in your head into the amp isn’t that easy; some amps just aren’t meant for those types of tones. So if you’re wondering how guitar amps work, I’ve made … Read more

How To Mic A Guitar Amp: Step By Step Guide

How To Mic A Guitar Amp

Miking a guitar amp is frustrating when starting out: you just can’t get the tone you want. Even when your amp is perfectly dialed in, the mic’s recording just seems like a mess. But don’t worry; this is quite easily fixable once you know what … Read more

How To Get Rid Of Guitar Buzz When Recording

How To Get Rid Of Guitar Buzz When Recording

Playing back a near-perfect take and hearing a ton of background noise in the recording is a nightmare for any guitarist. It’s frustratingly difficult to fix such noise issues, and I’ve seen many beginners struggle with this to the point of giving up.  But don’t … Read more

How To Get Rid Of Blisters On Fingers From Guitar

How To Get Rid Of Blisters On Fingers From Guitar

Getting blisters on your fingers from playing guitar is pretty much a rite of passage for any beginner. We’ve all been through it. It’s painful initially, but it quickly gets better and becomes a lot less frequent once you’ve formed some calluses. So, don’t worry.  … Read more

What is Twinning the Guitar: EXPLAINED

What is Twinning the Guitar EXPLAINED

Twin guitars have become a hallmark of the most iconic bands over the past few decades: Metallica, Iron Maiden, Avenged Sevenfold, Guns ‘N’ Roses, Polyphia, and so many more. It’s an exciting way to add nuance to your music, but it’s pretty intimidating to beginners … Read more

How to Adjust the Action on an Acoustic Guitar

How to Adjust the Action on an Acoustic Guitar

Adjusting the action of an acoustic guitar isn’t as easy as it may seem. There are a lot of things that can go wrong and cause permanent damage to your axe if you’re not careful. Plus, I’ve seen several guides miss out on intricate details … Read more

How to Mute a Guitar String?

How to Mute a Guitar String

Knowing how to mute guitar strings is key to a great guitar-playing technique. Whether it’s to reduce string noise and stop ringing notes or just to reduce feedback while playing through an amp, the basics are the same.  But I’ve seen many players practice the … Read more

How to Connect Mixer to Audio Interface

How to Connect Mixer to Audio Interface

If you’re running out of inputs to connect all your mics and instruments, using a mixer is a great option. But it can be quite complicated: so many wires and so many inputs and outputs tend to get confusing real quick. And if you get … Read more

How To Connect Studio Monitors To Audio Interface

How To Connect Studio Monitors To Audio Interface

Studio monitors are essential for any slick home recording setup, providing more accurate sound than regular computer speakers. However, connecting them up can be tricky since there are a variety of cables. And many users complain about distorted, noisy audio.  So I’ve put together this … Read more

How To Connect Audio Interface To Computer

How To Connect Audio Interface To Computer

Connecting an audio interface to your computer seems simple, but you can face several issues if you’re not doing it right: awful sound quality, glitchy audio, buzzing interference, and sometimes it might even disconnect in the middle of recording and destroy a great take.  I’ve … Read more