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A mahogany body on a Sugr Modern 7-string custom electric guitar.
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Why Mahogany Is the King of Electric Guitar Body Tonewoods

It produces warm, rich tones, a full and balanced sound, great resonance and plenty of sustain. Meet the king…

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Mahogany tonewood for electric guitar.
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5 Elite Tonewoods That Will Take Your Electric Tone to the Next Level

Electric guitar tone is a big deal for players. The wood used to make your guitar affects how it…

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A board of lime tree or linden wood, aka basswood.
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The Truth About Basswood: Is It Really That Bad?

Basswood often gets a bad rap, but is it really deserved? This wood has some surprising qualities that might…

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An electric boutique guitar with a gloss finish.
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Electric Guitar Body – The Ultimate Guide: Shapes, Woods, and Tones

The electric guitar body is more than just wood and paint. It’s the heart of your instrument. The body shape, wood…

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Five guitars with different finishes in a rack with two extra electric guitars to the right.
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What Are the Different Types of Guitar Finishes? A Comprehensive Guide

The finish on your guitar isn’t just about looks. It protects your axe from wear and tear and affects…

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A light blue solid color finish on an Aristides electric guitar.
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What Is a Solid Color Guitar Finish? 

When you look at guitars, one thing that grabs your attention is the finish. A solid color finish stands…

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Translucent finish on an electric guitar body with a quilted maple top.
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What is a Translucent Guitar Finish? Guide to See-Through Styles

A translucent guitar finish lets you see the wood grain while adding color and protection. It shows off the…

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A bookmatched quilted maple body on a Suhr electric guitar.
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What Is a Bookmatched Electric Guitar Body? 

In electric guitars, ‘bookmatched’ means two pieces of wood joined at the edge. They mirror each other like an…

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An Ibanez Steve Vai Jem 777 BSB, aka Industrial Jem, has the distinct "monkey grip" to set it apart from a standard Stratocaster body type.
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Are Guitar Body Shapes Trademarked? Hazy Design Patents Explained 

You probably think of a certain brand or music when you see a guitar shape. Gibson and Fender guitars…

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A one-piece burl maple body on an electric guitar.
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Are One Piece Guitar Bodies Better Than Two Piece Bodies?

A one-piece guitar body is not necessarily better than a two-piece body. It’s just different and has different advantages…

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A Schecter Hollywood Custom ltd high-end electric guitar on an oak background.
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Image of the fretboard radius at the pickup end of the neck on an Ibanez Universe UV777BK electric guitar.
Why Guitar Neck Radius Matters More Than You Think

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A mahogany body on a Sugr Modern 7-string custom electric guitar.
Why Mahogany Is the King of Electric Guitar Body Tonewoods

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