There are a few potential reasons why your guitar sounds bad when you strum it. It could either be because of your own playing and technique or it could also be related to the gear you are using. For that reason, we decide to come up with a guide that can help you improve your […]
Do You Need To Learn Music Theory To Play Guitar? No, Here Is Why
Music theory can be extremely complex and it is one topic that most musicians try to avoid studying. Although you do not need to learn music theory to play guitar, it is important to understand the basic concepts of how music is created. Understanding how melodies, harmonies, and rhythms all come together to form music […]
How Long Do Guitar Calluses Take To Form? (Explained)
In order to play guitar, you need to develop guitar calluses, and that is something common when you start playing. Developing guitar calluses can be frustrating, and it is one of the reasons learning guitar can be so difficult, but it is a process that every beginner guitar player needs to go through. But exactly […]
Guitar Blisters: How To Avoid and Heal Them
Guitar blisters are a common side effect of playing the guitar, and something that the majority of guitar players struggle with. They are caused by the friction of the strings against the fingers and can be very painful, and frustrating. Blisters usually form on the tips of the fingers pressing the string, but they can […]
Does Playing Guitar Reduce the Sensitivity of the Fingers?
Can playing guitar reduce the sensitivity of the fingers? Yes, but this does not mean that you should not play guitar. This is because although you will feel a loss of sensitivity, it can come back if you stop playing for long periods of time. The type of guitar strings and the type of guitar […]
What Do Guitar Calluses Look Like? (With Photos)
Guitar calluses are something that every experienced guitar player eventually develops. They occur as a result of the constant friction of the stings with your fingertip skin. But what do guitar calluses look like? And how do you know that you have guitar calluses? Today, we will answer some of the most common questions about […]
Do Guitar Calluses Go Away or Not? (Explained)
If you are thinking of learning guitar you are wondering if guitar calluses formed by constantly playing are permanent? Or do guitar calluses go away? Or do they need to be periodically removed with a pumice stone or file? In this article, we will go over some of the most common questions about guitar calluses […]
Should Guitar Players Use Hand Cream? (Explained)
There’s a lot of debate about whether or not guitarists should use hand cream. Some say it’s necessary to keep the hands moisturized, while others say that it does not make a difference. So, should guitar players use hand cream? In this article, we will go over some of the reasons why guitar players should […]
Can Your Fingers Bleed From Playing Guitar? (Explained)
One of the most common challenges that every beginner guitar player encounters is finger pain, and sometimes the pain can be extremely unbearable. So, can your fingers bleed from playing guitar? Yes, they can, and in this article, we will look at some of the ways you can prevent this from happening. Is it possible […]
Should You Still Play Guitar Even When Your Fingers Hurt?
One of the most frustrating things about learning guitar is having constant pain in your fingertips. This makes the whole learning process difficult, and you don’t know whether you should stop or continue. Do you still play guitar even when your fingers hurt? When do you stop? In this article, we will go over some […]