To get an accurate Takamine G406S review without actually owning one, I borrowed one from my favorite guitar dealer and tested it out in a few different settings. The Takamine G series G406S is a New Yorker body style, which is a fancy name for one of several Takamine acoustic guitar series. I would consider [...]
The Gibson SJ J Series
The Gibson SJ J series acoustic guitar is a modern set of instruments that are remakes of the classic Gibson J series. I own a couple of old Gibson acoustic guitars; the J-45 and J-50, but they are both in very rough shape. Recently I decided to look into the newer SJ series and see [...]
Which Is The Best Acoustic Electric Guitar Under $500?
So you’re looking for the best acoustic electric guitar under $500 to buy? There are literally hundreds to choose from in this range so I understand how making a decision like this is not easy. Fortunately I have tested out many at my studio and local guitar shops in my hood. I’ve done a quick [...]
Acoustic Bass Guitar Shopping
When choosing an acoustic bass guitar you have to determine what the most important features are going to be. I’ve reviewed many of these instruments so I’ve done quite a bit of the legwork already for you. For me it comes down to tonal quality while plugged in and unplugged, durability, looks, playability and quality. [...]
The 12 String Guitar Lowdown
An electric 12 string guitar is an instrument that dates back to the 1920’s. I don’t know about you but I’ve always loved the large sound that these guitars make. The versatility in the way you can tune the strings give you a lot of options. A 12 string guitar tuner is a must and [...]
The Best Gibson Acoustic Guitar?
One of my very first vintage Gibson acoustic guitar instruments was a a 1970's model J-45. An old school "Jumbo Dreadnought" style that had a very big sound to it. I'm told that the tropical mahogany used back then played a huge part in how great the sound was in these classics. There isn't any [...]
Schecter Guitars – Custom Instruments At Their Finest
Over the last few years I have really taken a huge interest in Schecter guitars. Originally known for their exclusivity and high quality, there was a period through the 80’s where they experienced some growing pains. The Schecter electric guitar brand has no doubt a special quality few other guitar manufacturers can match. There are [...]
Do you play on Ibanez Guitars?
Ibanez guitars are surely Japan’s most famous and recognized guitar brand. The Ibanez brand was first started in 1929 by a company called, Hoshino Gakki. It wasn’t really until the late 1950s that Ibanez electric guitars entered the modern era of guitar catalogues. Joe Satriani and Steve Vai are by far the 2 most famous [...]
Gibson Guitars – A Legacy
Since the early 1900's, Gibson Guitars have been supplying guitar players with quality handmade gear that ruled for many decades and still do. A few of their most famous models are the SG, ES-335, Flying V and Les Paul guitars. They also make pianos and drums but we'll save those for other posts . Gibson [...]
Acoustic and Electric Guitar Instruments
There are literally thousands of guitar instruments to choose from the countless number of quality guitar makers of modern day. The once dominated market days of Gibson, Fender, Washburn and Danelectro are now gone. Younger and more technically savvy guitar players strive to raise their level of play by opting to newer and more modern guitar [...]
A History of Gibson Musical Instruments
Gibson has a long history in the instrument business. Started in the late 1800's by Orville Gibson (officially in 1902) in Kalamazoo, Michigan. They make electric and acoustic guitar instruments, pianos and drums under various companies such as Epiphone, Kramer, Steinberger, Baldwin and Slingerland, to name a few. Of all the Gibson musical instruments, the [...]