The first time I strummed a Luna acoustic electric guitar, I knew I was in for something special. As the strings vibrated beneath my fingers, a warm, rich tone filled the room, unlike anything I’d heard before. Could this be the instrument that would redefine my expectations for affordable guitars? With over a decade of … Read more
As I held my first left-handed semi-hollow guitar, a revelation struck me: these instruments aren’t just rare gems; they’re gateways to musical freedom for southpaw players. Did you know that only 10% of guitars manufactured are left-handed, and the selection narrows further for semi-hollow models? This scarcity has driven my passion as a luthier since … Read more
The moment I strummed my first chord with the D’Addario EXP12-B25 coated acoustic guitar strings, I knew something extraordinary had happened. The crisp, vibrant tone that emanated from my guitar was unlike anything I’d experienced before. As an avid guitarist and long-time editor of ‘Acoustic Guitar’ magazine, I’ve tested countless strings, but these were different. … Read more
The first time I laid eyes on Randy Rhoads’ polka dot guitar, I knew I was witnessing a revolution. Its striking appearance was unlike anything the rock world had seen before, but little did I know that this instrument would become the catalyst for a new era in guitar design and performance. As the former … Read more
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I thought I’d seen it all in the world of bass guitar practice until I stumbled upon a game-changing discovery: the right pair of headphones can completely transform your playing experience. As a seasoned musician and editor of ‘Acoustic Guitar’ magazine, I’ve tested countless audio solutions, but nothing prepared me for the clarity and precision … Read more
The moment I strummed that first hot pink guitar, I knew my life as a musician would never be the same. Its vibrant hue wasn’t just a color; it was a statement, a rebellion against the sea of sunbursts and natural finishes dominating stages everywhere. As a seasoned guitarist and editor of Acoustic Guitar magazine, … Read more
Did you know that the mandolin has twice as many strings as a standard guitar, yet it’s often considered easier to play? This surprising fact caught my attention years ago when I first picked up a mandolin after decades of guitar playing. As the former Editor in Chief of Guitar Player magazine, I’ve strummed, picked, … Read more
I still remember the day I first laid eyes on a hollow body guitar kit. As a seasoned luthier, I thought I’d seen it all, but this unassuming box held the promise of something extraordinary. Little did I know that this encounter would revolutionize my approach to instrument building and spark a passion that would … Read more
As I held the left-handed Martin D-28 for the first time, its reversed strings gleaming under the workshop lights, I realized I was about to embark on a journey that would challenge everything I thought I knew about guitar craftsmanship. What if the secret to unlocking a southpaw guitarist’s full potential lay not just in … Read more