full hollow bodied guitars have a tendency to generate feedback, so the semi-hollow guitar gives players the best of both worlds. setups include having the frets filed so they are free of sharp edges, ensuring that the nut and bridge are properly seated at the correct height, that the ...
Smaller-bodied guitars like the concert are usually a little brighter and mid-focussed and grand concerts, which are the same shape but a little bigger, can provide a really nice balance. Which wood is best for my acoustic guitar? A lot of an acoustic guitar’s tonal character comes from...
Small tube amps don’t necessarily mean they’re quiet. As a general rule, volume doubles for every 1000% increase in wattage. A 100-watt amp (assuming speaker size and construction is similar) will usually be twice as loud as a 10-watt amp at peak volume. Note that because of how va...
Mahoganyis the favorite as the price tier goes up. It is well received because of how it further mellows the already midrange-heavy sound of small-bodied guitars. There are also affordable and renewable alternatives to mahogany, like thenyatoh, which manufacturers use to decrease prices. In add...
More about guitars “There’s something about handling a Martin that’s about to celebrate its 100th birthday that is absolutely terrifying”: Getting up close and personal with a 1928 Martin 00-42 – a pre-war, small-bodied vintage unicorn of an acoustic guitar “The 1980s was all about...
The M20 also works well with Parlor guitars, Ukuleles, and other small-bodied string instruments, as long as they have sound holes. Pros: Perfect for 1 Strap Button Guitars Traditional Aesthetic Cons: Can’t be used with 2-strap button guitars Specifications: Adjustable Length: 35″ Max Mater...
The RE-20 boasts a frequency response of 45 Hz to 18 kHz, capturing both the low-end depth and clarity necessary for a full-bodied, balanced sound. The midrange is slightly enhanced, giving vocals a natural presence without any harshness, which makes it particularly suitable for podcasting ...
Fretboard size - Some travel guitars feature a small body so that they can still include a full-sized fretboard, meaning the guitar's layout will feel familiar. This is a great space-saver, but you sacrifice some of the "roundness" of sound produced by a regular-sized body, especially on...
Compared to smaller-bodied guitars, the dreadnought’s volume tends to lend itself better to a playstyle that involves mainlystrumming. Their boomy nature also helps them to cut through the mix in a band situation. It is a great option for most players to start out with, but smaller people...
the gauge is the most important one. Lighter gauged strings are relevantly easy to fret and bend. Therefore, it is an excellent choice for beginners and fingerstyle players. They are also great for small-bodied guitars like travel acoustic guitars and parlor guitars. For vintage guitars, lighter...