So what makes one guitar stand out from another? There are hundreds of brands and thousands of models of guitars to choose from these days. Whether you're buying your first guitar or you’re a seasoned professional, it’s important to know what your...

There are many different properties of wood that affect the tone of an instrument. Everything from thickness of the wood, moisture content, physical structure, to the composition of the wood play into how your instrument will sound. Here’s a simpl...

What is tonewood exactly? Is tonewood a valid designation for special instrument quality wood species? Do tonewood species or different varieties of wood actually affect tone? The term is widely used throughout the guitar industry, and many compan...

Intonation – an important yet nuanced thing that one should do while setting up their guitar. Intonation is important because it places the entire guitar in tune rather than in just open position. That is, it will be in tune no matter where you play. Note, however, that intonation is just one step in a [Guitars, Sustainabilit...

You’ve worked hard, you’ve paid your dues, now it’s time to go on a well-deserved vacation. But don’t leave home without covering all your bases – including your beloved guitar(s). As guitar owners, it is imperative that we remember that guitars are made of wood, not titanium. Guitars are not invincible – they are susceptible...