Archive for Guitars

Music resonates with us all, so it’s no wonder you desire to learn a musical instrument, even if you were not exposed to music theory or performance as a child. While learning any new skill can feel like a massive undertaking, you can make things easier when you know the best instruments to learn as […]

The Telecaster and Stratocaster are two of the most legendary guitars in history. Many iconic musicians play the Strat or Telecaster, and both guitars have left their mark on music history.  Electric guitarists love quibbling over which is better, but what is so unique about Fender guitars, and why are guitarists so passionate about the […]

The Record Head family loves a good guitar solo. Check out our list of seven of the most iconic rock solos of all time. 1. “All Along the Watchtower” — Jimi Hendrix Jimi Hendrix’s guitar solo is the special flavoring that makes this Bob Dylan cover rock harder than the original. Hendrix works his way […]

Purchasing a guitar for the first time can be very exciting, so congratulations are in order! There are some things to consider as you hunt for your first guitar. Do you want to play an acoustic or an electric guitar? What shape and style do you want?  Do you know what size you need? Are […]

If you listen to a lot of music, you know what a difference the type of guitar can make. From loudly rocking out in a metal band to the mellow sounds of an acoustic guitar gently plunking in the background, guitar music comes in many different formats. You may wonder why there’s a need for […]

Learning to play a musical instrument is lots of fun for kids and incredibly beneficial in many ways. For many kids, learning an instrument is even a rite of passage. If your child is showing interest in picking up an instrument, you can help guide them in choosing an instrument they will enjoy that is well-suited to their […]

If you’re like most first-time electric guitar players, you spent hours researching the right make and model. You studied online, stopped by a store to get a feel for a few options and made your selection after talking to long-time guitar aficionados. Maybe you even made a list of the guitars played by your favorite musicians. […]

What’s an electric guitar without an amp? The right amp will allow you to squeeze the essence out of every note or chord. And guess what? Awesome amps aren’t exclusively the ones you buy new in a box. Purchase a used electric guitar amp to enjoy owning a high-end piece of essential sound equipment without overspending. […]

At one point in many people’s lives, they dreamed of being the guitarist that rocks that lead guitar with epic tunes and where people jump up and down to dance to the music. While it is a long life dream for many, some people made the choice of taking guitar lessons, eventually developing the skill […]