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GUITAR STRINGS  

Guitar strings have been around since there have been guitars, and while some of the oldest instruments are the best, the same is not true of the strings.

There are literally thousands of sets of electric guitar strings to choose from. I've narrowed the list down to what I feel are the top two contenders: GHS Boomers, and Ernie Ball Super Slinky. What follows is a no holds barred head to head comparison of the two.

The strings a new instrument is delivered with (chosen by the factory) are not necessarily the best ones for you as an individual player.

Replacing strings for a novice guitarist can be a daunting task. But with a plan and the right tools, it can be easy, and you can reap the benefits of having a crisp, fresh set of strings on your instrument.

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

Changing the strings on your guitar isn't as hard as new players think it is. The first few times you will probably have the shop change them and then after this lesson you'll be saving gas money and time.

One of the most daunting tasks for the aspiring guitarist is replacing a set of strings. This tutorial is meant to help you get over that hump and become as proficient as possible so as to get on with what you really want to do: play guitar!

A simple but essential product for guitarists who value the quality and longevity of their strings

Can't think of what holiday gift to get for the guitar player? The following is a short list of gifts for the guitar player that can be appreciated at any level of experience and found under $50

So you figure it's time to stop plinking away at the strings and actually learn something....well here's where the begining...uh...begins.

I am a professional song-writer with SOCAN and a musician. I taught myself classical guitar at a tender twelve years of age and would like to assist others who have in mind of wanting to learn this artistic skill.

An easy to use, accurate guitar tuner that works reading the vibrations rather than by listening too the sounds of the individual strings.

Jim Dunlop guitar picks are by far my favorite, but how do they stack up against Fender guitar picks?

Need to tune your guitar but don't know how to? This tutorial will provide you with a variety of easy to use methods that will allow even a beginner guitar play to tune their guitar. Simply amaze your friends and make them believe that you have really acquired Perfect Pitch!

You don't have to spend a fortune on lessons, now you can learn for free online.

If you know someone who has just started playing guitar then a guitar themed gift can be a great gift idea.

This article is about the war on tablature, a simple way to read music that is being baneed for free use on the internet.

some ideas for the picker in your family.

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

In this article I detail five main points to consider when beginning to learn to play guitar, beginning with equipment selection and ending with maintenance.

Recently released, the Power Tour Guitar is quickly becoming a favorite amongst the young teens in America. Find out more with the Power Tour Guitar Review.

This Simon & Patrick guitar is the newest version of the dreadnought acoustic (six steel string) that was formerly known as the TSU. It was and is, by either name, a great value for the money and a beautiful piece of workmanship!

Some important tips on how to determine what kind of a guitar will be a good fit, and how to find a good deal.

This article details my experience in finding the perfect acoustic guitar to fit my budget.

Guitar players need to invest wisely in their instruments. Buying a bottom-end Ibanez for thrift reasons is a bad call (check out music exchange stores or craigslist.org).

There are so many guitar and bass tuners out there. Some of them may cost hundreds of dollars. However, the KORG GA-30 tuner is a fine example of a very low cost and highly functional tuner. Read my product review of the KORG GA-30 guitar / bass tuner.

Ever listen to your favorite musician or band, and say to yourself,"Man! I wish I could play the guitar like that, or even play anything at all!" Well that was me, 8 years ago. I was growing into a young adult and was a huge lover of everything music.

If you're in need of a new guitar case, but can't afford one, consider making one yourself.

A beginners guide to all aspects of guitar TAB.

This first lesson on the series provides information on the anatomy of the guitar as well as standard tuning.

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

How to pick out a guitar for that special someone this Christmas season.

The Backpacker guitar, from Martin & Co., is the solution to the traveling musician's age-old dilemma. Now, you can take your guitar along with you as you travel, while still being light and flexible.

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

from tips on the style of guitar to purchase to what to look for when buying a used one. A helpful article to make the big decision a little bit easier.

guitar players say that their guitars are a lot like old friends.

Many people shop for guitars and automatically head for the most expensive guitars in the shop. Before buying a guitar you should ask yourself what kind of guitar do you want? Acoustic? Electric? What do you want to use it for.

When it comes time to buy your first guitar, there are a number of considerations that must be addressed.

Here are six steps plus advice and tips on teaching yourself to play your favorite songs on guitar. The guitar, like any instrument, takes time to learn. But it is time well-spent and will pay off when you can pick up the axe and rock a crowd favorite.

Not sure what to buy for the guitarist in your life? This is a list of things that almost any guitar player would love to unwrap.

The use of diminutive names and nicknames in the dialogue of "In Our Time" by Ernest Hemingway creates a subtle but powerful effect. Like the bending of guitar strings, the diminutive name refracts a speaker's tone and changes the surrounding message.

Unfortunately, wooden guitars are damaged by low humidity, during winter months or dry season. Humidity level and temperatures can be checked. Precautions are necessary when using a guitar humidifier or repairing a guitar damaged by humidity.

Tuning is a vital step in playing any instrument- all the technique in the world cannot make an out of tune instrument sound good.

Shopping for your first guitar can be a daunting task if you're not prepared for it, but it's not as confusing as it seems at first glance.

After choosing to play guitar, the next decision is which guitar to purchase.There are a few major styles of guitar. Steel string acoustic, classical guitars, and electric guitars. The wrong choice may discourage a new gutarist.

This is a guide to the basics of guitar. The article covers chords, tuning, and basic technique.

Ever admire a musician that can pick up his guitar and slide his fingers between cords gracefully? Would you like to be able to do that? Instead of daydreaming, you can start today! Acoustic guitars can be quite inexpensive if you know where to look.