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Closeup of a graphite nut on a custom-built electric guitar.
Headstock Neck Parts

The Truth About Graphite vs Bone Nuts: Cutting Through the BS

Let’s talk guitar nuts. The actual piece of material at the end of your fretboard that nobody seems to…

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The end of the truss rod on a Ibanez Industrial Jem 7BSB is visible.
Neck Parts

Guitar Truss Rod Showdown: Single-Action Vs. Dual-Action

Did you know that guitar truss rods come in single-action and dual-action? They both keep your guitar’s neck straight…

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Gold-plated fixed bridge on a custom-built electric guitar.
Parts

Fixed Bridge vs Floating Bridge On Your Guitar: Which Is Better?

Your guitar bridge choice boils down to a simple trade-off. Fixed bridges anchor your strings firmly, giving you rock-solid…

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Closeup of Sperzel tuning pegs.
Headstock Parts

Why You Should Upgrade to Locking Tuners

Tired of constantly tuning your guitar? Locking tuners might be the upgrade you’ve been waiting for. These handy devices…

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Gold-colored Sperzel locking tuners on the headstock of a Schecter Hollywood Custom ltd electric guitar.
Care & Maintenance Headstock Parts

How tight should my guitar’s tuning pegs be? 

Your guitar’s tuning pegs should be snug enough to hold the strings in tune but not so tight that they’re hard…

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Closeup of a DiMarzio Evo HSH pickup configuration on an Ibanez Jem BSB electric guitar.
Electronics Parts

Why are my guitar pickups sounding weak? Fixes to boost your tone

Is your guitar sounding a bit lackluster lately? You might be dealing with weak pickups. Weak pickups can make your guitar sound dull, quiet,…

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Three springs with a tissue underneath against vibrations in a Floyd Rose tremolo on a 7-string Ibanez Universe 777 BK model.
Parts

How Many Tremolo Springs Should a Floyd Rose Bridge Have? 

A Floyd Rose bridge typically has 3 to 5 springs, with 3 being the most common setup for standard…

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The trussroad on a Schecter headstock is visible through the strings.
Guides Neck Parts

Ultimate Guide to the Guitar Truss Rod: Mastering Neck Adjustment

A truss rod is a key part of your guitar that affects how it plays and sounds. It’s a metal bar…

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A C-shaped AAA birdseye maple neck on a Schecter Hollywood Custom ltd electric guitar.
Guides Neck Parts

Electric Guitar Necks – The Ultimate Guide

Electric guitar necks are a big deal. They affect how your guitar feels and sounds. The right neck can…

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A Lindy Fralin single coil pickup.
Electronics Guides Parts

Electric Guitar Pickups – The Ultimate Guide: Choosing the Best for Your Sound 

Electric guitar pickups are the heart of your sound. They turn string vibrations into electric signals that create those…

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    Why the Electric Guitar is the Most Expressive Musical Instrument There Is

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    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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