How to change strings on an acoustic guitar
There are thousands of types of guitars and many of them need different methods of changing strings. Use this guide as just an example.Read More »How to change strings on an acoustic guitar
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How To Use Dominant 7th Chords
Dominant 7th chords are called “dominant” because they are a common substitution for the dominant chord in a song. The dominant chord being the 5th of the tonic or V.
A dominant 7th chord creates a little tension and they sound like they want to resolve to the tonic chord creating a V-I progression.Read More »How To Use Dominant 7th Chords
How To Use A Compressor
What does a compressor do? Compression is probably the most misused effect that is used by guitarists. This misuse is probably a result of the fact that many players do not understand what compression is or what it does. When a new guitar player gets a hold of a new effects unit they expect that it is going to alter the sound of the guitar in a very noticeable way. A compressor is not this kind of effect. Think of it as a ghost in the shadow of the effects chain. If you weren’t looking very hard for it you would not even notice that it was there.Read More »How To Use A Compressor
How To Read Slash Sheets
Slash sheets provide an overall structure for playing chords. This page will tell you how to read them.Read More »How To Read Slash Sheets |