Tagged: beginner

True bypass is one of the most-argued terms in pedal-land. Here's what it actually means, why it matters (and when it really doesn't).

Your picking technique shapes your tone before any amp or pedal gets involved. Here's what that means for choosing your first or next guitar.

Confused by your guitar's pickup switch? Here's what each position does to your tone, in plain English — no jargon required.

Fuzz knobs don't work like distortion or overdrive controls. Here's what Fuzz, Volume and Tone actually do — and how to dial in sounds you'll actually use.

Fizzy, thin, buzzy distortion is one of the most common beginner frustrations. Here's why it happens and exactly what to fix first.

C, V, U — acoustic neck profiles change how your hand sits, how long you can play, and whether a guitar feels like yours. Here's what to know before you buy.

High action kills beginners' progress faster than almost anything else. Here's how to understand acoustic guitar action, check it yourself, and know when to fix it.

From parlour to jumbo, acoustic body shapes change how a guitar feels under your arm and how it reproduces low-end. Here's what to listen for.