Lee Ritenour Warm-up Exercise
Written by admin on May 25, 2009 – 11:32 pm -This is a nice, fairly simple warm-up exercise for guitarists looking to synchronize their picking and fretting hands. Using a metronome, Lee Ritenour walks through several warm-up techniques, and also provides some tips on learning the note names across the fretboard. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z6QdoUc8v5E Bookmark on Delicious Digg this post Recommend on Facebook share via Reddit Share with Stumblers Share on technorati Tweet about it Subscribe to the comments on this post Read More →
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Which Guitar Is The Best To Learn With?: Acoustic Vs. Electric Guitars
Written by admin on May 19, 2009 – 2:24 pm -By: Darren Armentrout One of the most common questions I get from new guitarists is, "should I begin on the acoustic or electric?" To be honest, there really is no right or wrong answer. But let's look at some of the differences to help us decide. First, the biggest question is what kind of music do you like? If you want to learn to play like Metallica or Greenday, then it's obvious you need to get an electric guitar. If you want to play like James Taylor or Dave Matthews, then an acoustic would be the best route to go. Parents, if you are helping your child decide what is best for them, be sure to ask them what kind of music they want to learn. Also, ask them if they know which kind of guitar they would like and why. Asking these questions... more
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Best Beginner Bass Guitars
Written by admin on May 19, 2009 – 2:19 pm -Top 5 Beginner Bass Guitars By Dan Cross, About.com Buying a bass guitar for a novice can be tricky... there are a ton of cheap beginner basses out there, but many of them feature cheap hardware, and shoddy workmanship. The trick is to find a bass guitar that is both easy to learn on, yet also easy on the pocketbook. The following basses, all of which hover in the couple hundred dollar range, are some of the best valued bass guitars on the market. 1. ESP B50 This funky looking bass features a basswood body (a relatively soft wood), with maple neck, and rosewood fingerboard. For a couple hundred dollars, this dependable bass should be considered a bargain. If you like this look of this ESP bass, then you should consider this one for a beginner... more
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Best Acoustic Guitars
Written by admin on May 19, 2009 – 2:04 pm -By Dan Cross, About.com Buying a guitar can be an intimidating process, especially if you've never purchased one before. There are so many factors to consider, and so many guitars available, novices will surely feel overwhelmed. Fear not - help is available. The following ten lower priced acoustic guitars all offer great value for their respective price tags. 1. Seagull S6 These Canadian-made instruments are terrific guitars - very highly regarded, both for their beautiful sound, and their excellent value. The S6 features a solid cedar top, and mahogany back and sides. Although the price may be slightly above what some might be willing to pay for a first guitar, it should be considered an investment. 2. Yamaha FG700S Perhaps not... more
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Best Beginner Electric Guitars
Written by admin on May 19, 2009 – 2:00 pm -By Dan Cross, About.com The most commonly accepted method of choosing a low cost electric guitar is to find an instrument with good quality wood, and at least reasonable workmanship. Guitar manufacturers tend to cut corners with cheaper guitars, by using cheaper pick-ups, and hardware, but these are all upgradeable parts. The following are some of the better low cost electric guitars available. 1. Squier Fat Stratocaster This are one of several Squier models available that offer a pretty good product for a reasonably low price. The pick-ups and hardware are sometimes suspect, and the workmanship varies from instrument to instrument, but for the price, these are a very good beginner guitar choice. The look of the instrument is appealling... more
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Buying a Guitar Online
Written by admin on May 19, 2009 – 1:54 pm -If you've noticed the increasing popularity and value of vintage guitars, you might want to consider buying online. The online marketplace offers a wealth of amazing guitars, often at fantastic prices. Here are a few of the benefits of buying a vintage guitar online, as well as some tips to help you get a good one. Benefits of Buying Vintage Guitars Online 1. Convenience - If you want to get an excellent price on a vintage guitar offline, you may have to spend a lot of time looking. Antique shops, garage sales, private classified ads and guitar shows all might have the guitar you've been dreaming of. However, you have to go there to find out. With online shopping, you'll be able to see in a moment if the guitar for sale is the one... more
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