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.

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.

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.

Guitar Fretboard Woods: The Ultimate Guide

October 5, 2020

Where Did the Wah Pedal Come From?

September 29, 2020

Baritone Guitar: Origins, Tunings and Place in Modern Culture

September 25, 2020

What Are Gold Foil Pickups?

September 10, 2020

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.

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.

Bass Pickups: Breaking Down the Different Types

July 22, 2020

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.

Electric Guitar Recording: Bringing the Studio to your Bedroom

March 24, 2020

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March 22, 2020

Top 6 Benefits of Heavy Gauge Guitar Strings

March 12, 2020

How High Can You Tune a Guitar String Before it Breaks?

February 6, 2020

Is Up is the new Drop? Definitely not. But what's wrong with tuning up above the highest E on a guitar? We talk about what happens when you do it, and how high you can go before you break a string.