Stringjoy Guitar Blog
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On the stringjoy guitar blog, we write about guitar history, guitar gear, music theory, and yes, occasionally strings.
Nashville Tuning, but Tuned Down?
February 4, 2021
What happens when you tune a guitar to Nashville Tuning, but then tune it down four half-steps to C Standard?
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Set Phasers to Stun: The History and Uses of the Phase Shifter
December 1, 2020
What exactly defines a phaser effect? How does a phase shifter differ from other modulation effects? Here's what you need to know.
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What's the Deal with Dumble Amps?
October 27, 2020
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Hollow and Semi-Hollow Body Guitars: The Complete Guide
October 22, 2020
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12-String Guitar: From the Street to the Stage
October 13, 2020
Curious about the history of the 12-string guitar? From Lead Belly to Pink Floyd trace the mysterious journey behind this popular folk instrument.
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David Gilmour's Guitar String Gauges
October 9, 2020
For the axe-slinging rockers of the world, guitar string gauges simply can't be overlooked. Cue David Gilmour, guitarist and co-vocalist of Pink Floyd, who – like many of the leading strummers of the past few decades – has opted for custom string gauges to craft his unique sounds.
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How To Intonate A Guitar Quickly and Easily
October 6, 2020
The best way to set up and intonate your electric guitar to be perfectly in tune across the whole neck.
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Guitar Fretboard Woods: The Ultimate Guide
October 5, 2020
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Where Did the Wah Pedal Come From?
September 29, 2020
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Baritone Guitar: Origins, Tunings and Place in Modern Culture
September 25, 2020
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What Are Gold Foil Pickups?
September 10, 2020
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10 Professional Musicians Who Play Inexpensive Guitars
August 28, 2020
From a masked metal icon to a new American R&B idol, you can easily find guitarists and bassists using affordable guitars, proving you don’t need to spend thousands to sound great.
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The Definitive History of Slap Bass
August 26, 2020
From early jazz to modern metal, slap bass has had an impact on music that cannot be overlooked.
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Bass Pickups: Breaking Down the Different Types
July 22, 2020
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The Ultimate Guitar Tone Guide: 61 Tone Tips to Take Your Playing to the Next Level
March 25, 2020
The biggest, most thorough list of guitar tone tips ever assembled. These tips will help you improve your guitar tone, whether you mainly play on stage, in the studio, or just in your room.
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Electric Guitar Recording: Bringing the Studio to your Bedroom
March 24, 2020
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