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A product review of Fender's Deluxe Player's Stratocaster guitar.

Fender Musical Instruments is no stranger to modeling technology, as demonstrated by their CyberTwin series of amplifiers. However, in April of 2007, they turned things up a notch with the release of the Fender American VG Stratocaster.

The Hero Guitar vs The Villain

Ford vs. Chevy, Coke vs. Pepsi, Fender vs. Gibson. These debates have raged for decades. When it comes to the great guitar argument one thing is for sure, no other guitar is as easily upgraded or customized as a Fender.

Guitarists often have many questions and concerns when it comes to buying a new guitar, especially higher end one's, so I will give you some help by comparing a Les Paul Standard and a Strat.

No other electric guitar is so commonplace to America is the Fender Strat. Here is a small history of this iconic instrument.

For many musicians, especially guitar players, this has probably been the biggest question of all time. Which guitar do I buy, a Gibson or a Fender? In particular the choice of buying Gibson's Les Paul, and Fender's Stratocaster.

The Fender Stratocaster has been a staple of American rock and roll music since the late '50s. The following is my review of the Mexican made Fender Standard Fat Strat.

When choosing an electric guitar, be sure to pick one that is comfortable to hold and fits the size of your hands. This article suggests a few models that would be great for female guitar players.

A preview of my upcoming novel on making independent films. Each of the 12 chapters will contain information on a separate aspect of filmmaking (script, editing, photography, etc.) I learned the lessons while making a trilogy of films from 2005-2008.

Join us as we review Harmonix' great new game Rock Band.

These anecdotes from the road follow the journey of a guitar case and the attention, for better or worse, it attracts. It includes my personal, spiritual philosophy and tales of gigging with Freddie Cole in Atlanta and Leslie Drayton in Baltimore.

How Eddie Van Halen Changed the Guitar

It's been over 10 years since Ritchie Blackmore left the final incarnation of Rainbow to form Blackmore's Night - a fusion of Renaissance music, folk music, and rock and roll that really can't be classified as any one of them, yet has elements of all of them.

This is a breakdown of a few of the hottest toys for all ages and where some of the best deals in town can be found. Before trekking through your favorite store, be sure you know whether the deal ends before Thanksgiving or continues through Black Friday.

There are a few important things to think about before you head out to the store and make the purchase. Buying the wrong guitar can result in your frustration and possibly premature quitting.

Hendrix was known for many things, but above all it was his passion, depth and unique ability to play guitar.

After playing hundreds of live shows over the years, I have picked up many tips for maintaining servicing my own instruments, and I shall now impart a little of this po-boy wisdom to y'all...

You may be surprised to find that there are many special, limited edition, and/or rare Hello Kitty products you could buy as a gift for the Hello Kitty fan who "has everything". The following is a list of unique gifts for Hello Kitty fans.

Interview with Xero Project.

Summer 1967 was known as 'The Summer of Love'. Flowers, hippies, psychedelic sounds. Now considered a tipping point in music culture as well as an awakening in youth culture this retrospective highlights some long forgotten landmarks.

My amazing experience of meeting Doc Kauffman, Leo Fender's original partner.

Need a gift for any occasion at all (birthday, anniversary, Christmas, even to fill an Easter basket) and for the man or woman who has everything? I have found the PERFECT gift idea for you. Something they won't have expected and will never want to let go of.

A quick how-to swap your guitar strings on 2 different styles of guitar.

how to buy a guitar

Ben Kweller...you know, that one guy.

Since the beginning of rock and roll, Fender and Gibson have been like Coke and Pepsi, McDonald's and Burger King, Apple and PC... you get the picture. So, which company makes a better guitar?

Hendrix is a guitar virtuoso, and his interplay between Redding and Mitchell is compelling.

Humans have been making music since the first club hit on a hollow log. It is a primal instinct. Music mimics the rhythms of nature.

Jimi Hendrix continues to be a chart-topping countercultural icon today, even though he has been dead for over 35 years.

The buzz that this story is causing reaffirms to me that Jimi Hendrix's legacy lives on!

With the release of her first solo album, Rabbit Fur Coat, Lewis builds upon the sensibilities garnered from her other band and offers up a compelling collection of alt-country and pop tunes dealing in the realms of doubt, faith, and love.

A guide describing several tips to help you in buying an electric guitar that fits your style, budget, and aesthetics.

This is a story about a man named Harold Crick and his wristwatch

some ideas for the picker in your family.

some great ideas for the aspiring picker, weekend warrior, or seasoned pro.

Here are some gift suggestions for fans of Slowhand this holidas season.

SX has a line of high quality budget electric guitars.

My personal top ten list of songs by the band Pearl Jam. Includes a brief biography covering the band's 15 year career.

Delve into a sampler of those soaring riffs, guitar pyrotechnics and searing songs of expression and see why, indeed, "Clapton is god".

Danny Way may not be as recognizable outside the X-games fan-base as fellow athlete Tony Hawk but his contributions to the skateboarding world have been just as important.

Writing articles for a magazine and for the web are two very different things. Keyword Density and Key Phrase Density are vital to the success of any web article. This article will discuss some key points of success for writing great web articles.

Learn to play guitar online with these free resources. New chords from charts will expand your ear. Niche techniques will help you gain the sound you want. Following a set of free lessons will help you get started, and reach your creative goals.

A brief bio of legendary rock musician Jimi Hendrix.

There are many different types of electric guitars out there of all shapes, sizes and price ranges. They're all made up of electronics, wood, and strings. But what makes them all sound so different?

Time to upgrade your $100 "First Act" electric guitar that doesn't stay in tune and little "Gorilla" amp and get a gig worthy killer guitar rig. I'll show you how to do it on a budget.

His life tragically cut short, Buddy Holly is celebrated as Lubbock's most famous contribution to American popular culture. Appropriately, Lubbock is home to several tourist sites honoring his brief but influential music career.

Interview with young rocker before his Wilkes-Barre, Pa gig.

Playing guitar is fun and can be fun to learn. This guide is help you in choosing your first guitar that you will be learning on.

A research paper comparing and contrasting the movies Gimme Shelter to Spinal Tap.