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Fender History: From Origins to Top Models There are brands that aren't just names, but true chapters in the history of music. And among these, Fender occupies a place of honor, almost mythological. I'm not just talking about guitars, but about an idea, a way of thinking about the instrument that changed the world. Read more
Electric guitar jack wiring diagram How many times, when I started getting my hands on the electronics of my guitars, did I think that the output jack was the simplest thing in the world? Two wires, two solder points, end of story. Well, I was wrong. And big time. I spent whole nights looking for a hum … Read more
Electric Guitar Songs from the '50s: 5 Milestones That Changed Everything When we think of the '50s, many immediately picture black and white, full skirts, jukeboxes, and cars with exaggerated spoilers. But for those of us who tinker with wood, wire, and solder, the '50s were so much more. They were… Read more
Install Locking Guitar Tuners: DIY Guide So, let's face it: how many times have you gone crazy with tuning? Maybe after a slightly aggressive bending, or a light tremolo bar pull, the guitar is already out of tune. Or, even worse, changing strings is an agony that takes you a good half hour, with a thousand windings on the … Read more
Stratocaster History: Legendary Models Every time I see a Stratocaster, I remember the first time I held one. It wasn't mine, of course. It was a friend's, a beat-up Squier that had seen more stages than me and him combined. But that feeling, that sensation of holding in my hand … Read more
Pickup Modding: Alnico or Ceramic? The Perfect Tone Dilemma How many times have I found myself at my workbench with two pickups in hand, one labeled "Alnico V" and the other an anonymous "Ceramic," wondering which one would give me that sound? If you're here, you've probably already tried changing a... Read more
Electric guitar under 2000: Buying Guide So, let's be clear right away: when we talk about an electric guitar under 2000 euros, we are no longer in the territory of the “first battle guitars” you bought to see if you liked playing. And we are not yet in the realm of Custom Shop guitars worth thousands of euros where every grain is a work … Read more
Here is the correct article as requested: — ARTICLE — Installing Electric Guitar Tuners: Practical Guide I still remember the first time I found myself in front of a bare neck, without even a hole for the tuners. It seemed like something for aerospace engineers, stuff that if you made a mistake by a millimeter, goodbye guitar. In reality, it's one of those steps … Read more
Want to Build a Double Neck Guitar? 3 Mistakes Not to Make So, you've decided to jump into the fray. Your head is spinning, the idea has been buzzing around in your head for a while: a double neck guitar. A monster, a statement, a piece of rock history to hold in your hands. I understand, I've been there too. That... Read more
Gibson Les Paul Standard '60s Review: Pros and Cons Okay, let's get this out of the way: who among us hasn't dreamed at least once of owning a real Gibson Les Paul? Not a copy, not a "quasi," but that guitar. The problem, as always, is your wallet. And then, let's face it, among thousands of models, reissues... Read more
Which electronic components for your guitar? I still remember my first soldering session on a guitar. It was a disaster. The wire was badly stripped, the solder was cold like a bubble of gum, and a buzzing sound almost drowned out the sound of the strings. I thought, "Mimmo, why did you do that?" Instead, I did it again. And then... Read more
PRS S2 Standard 24 Review: Complete Analysis Sooner or later, anyone of us who frequents the world of electric guitars finds themselves with a bug in their head: “I want a PRS”. It's not just a brand, it's a philosophy. But let's face it, the price list of the Core Series, the ones that make you dream with the … Read more
Building an Electric Guitar Body: 5 Mistakes to Avoid Building an electric guitar from scratch is a journey. A journey that takes you from the smell of raw wood to the first chord you play with your own hands. The satisfaction is immense, I won't deny it. But the road isn't always straight. In fact, it's often full of curves... Read more
DIY Wilkinson Tremolo Guitar Installation So, let's be clear: installing a fixed bridge is a breeze. A few screws, maybe a through-body string bushing, and off you go. But when it comes to a Wilkinson tremolo or any other floating bridge, things get a little more complicated. It's not a trivial operation, especially if... Read more
Standard single coil: how to wire it correctly. Okay, everyone. Let's be clear. The standard single coil: how to wire it correctly, isn't something for aerospace engineers. It's a matter of understanding two or three basic concepts, having a little patience, and not being afraid to make mistakes. Because yes, you will. I've made mistakes too, and many times. Read more
Choosing the Right Guitar Electronics Kit: 3 Key Criteria How many times have I found myself staring at a box full of potentiometers, capacitors, and wires, wondering if I'd made the right choice? If I've been there, with a little soldering under my belt and a couple of guitars assembled in the garage, imagine if you're a beginner. … Read more
Changing an Electric Guitar Bridge: 3 Easy Steps So, we've all been there. Your guitar is fine, it sounds decent, but something isn't entirely right. Maybe the tuning isn't holding, the saddles are worn, or you simply want that extra sustain, that different look, or maybe a tremolo that doesn't drive you crazy... Read more
5 Legendary '70s Guitars: Models and History I don't know about you, but the '70s have always held a special fascination for me. I didn't grow up there, but the music of that decade, the sound of those bands, has always struck a chord with me. Think about it for a moment: it was a time... Read more
Electric guitar saddles: DIY guide. How many times have we found ourselves there, with the guitar in hand, feeling that something wasn't right? The intonation that's off, an action that seems designed to break your fingers, or maybe a string that always breaks in the same spot. Most of the time, the fault is not with the … Read more
DIY Hollow Body Guitar Kit: 5 Mistakes to Avoid Building an electric guitar from scratch, or starting with a good DIY hollow body guitar kit, is one of those adventures that stays with you. I'm not just talking about the piece of wood that makes the final sound, but about everything... Read more
Vintage Guitars: History and Iconic Models There's a strange, almost magnetic allure to vintage guitars. We're not just talking about collector's items worth as much as an apartment, but those instruments that defined an era, a sound, a way of playing. For those of us who get our hands dirty in the garage, understanding what was behind... Read more
How do guitar electronics work? 3 practical diagrams When I first got my hands on my electric guitar to modify, the electronics seemed like a labyrinth of colored wires and mysterious components. There was a certain awe, let's face it. That tangle under the pickguard? Black magic, I thought. Then I started tinkering, making mistakes, redoing. And I... Read more
'60s Guitars: Models and Essential History Every now and then I put on an old record, one of those that made history, and the first thing that strikes me isn't so much the song, but that sound. That guitar sound that got into our heads and never left. ... Read more
DIY Hollow-Body Electric Guitar: 5 Steps When I first started thinking about building a DIY hollow-body electric guitar, the idea seemed like one of those luthiers' endeavors with a historic workshop, tools that cost as much as a small car, and years of apprenticeship behind them. I, in my garage, with the… Read more
Fixed guitar bridge: construction guide Building an electric guitar from scratch is a journey of discoveries, wood dust and, let’s face it, even some whispered curses. But the final satisfaction repays everything. Among the various pieces you can decide to make with your own hands, the fixed bridge of the electric guitar is one of … Read more
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