FAQ / Tone Library
Treble Bleeds and More!
What is a treble bleed on your guitar? Do you need one? Is it expensive? These are great questions and we get asked them quite a bit. Let's start by...
Stainless Steel Vs. Nickel Silver
Stainless steel is a popular alternative to nickel silver fretwire currently and with good reason. A good stainless fret job will last many more years than a traditional nickel fret...
Intonation....Why it Isn't Perfect!
Ah...the fretted instrument. They have been around for centuries. They have so many benefits like easier note selection, the ability to more easily play chords, and a visual way to...
Why Does My Guitar Buzz?
String or fret buzz is a common issue for guitarists. How do you know if the amount of buzz you are getting is acceptable or if there is actually an...
Effects Loops...What Are They Good For?!
Effects Loops....What Are They Good For?? Some amplifiers have a feature called an "effects loop" integrated into their design. Over the years I have heard many comments about their use...
String Material and TONE!
Among many other factors, string material can have a big impact on the tone of your guitar. There are many options out there for electric and acoustic guitars. Today we...
Humidity, Temperature, and Your Guitar.
Temperature, Humidity, and your guitar... Have you ever picked up a guitar only to notice the fret ends are sharp and sticking out from the fingerboard on the sides? Or...
Do Cables Make a Difference in Tone?
Do Cables Make That Much Of A Tonal Difference…..? In short, maybe. Do they make all the difference in the world? Well…maybe. In a dimension where we are all searching...
Hand Wired, Point-to-point, PCB....Which is Best?
Hand-wired, Point-to-point, PCB....and the winner is? The terms “hand-wired”, “point-to-point”, “turret board”, “surface mount”, and “PCB” are thrown around so often in the guitar amp community. They are frequently misused...
Acoustic Guitar Tonewood: A Primer
What Effect Does Wood Have On Tone in Acoustic Guitars? There are so many options for what woods you can get on an acoustic guitar that the possibilities seem nearly...
TSA, ATA, and Traveling Safely!
Recently a friend and long time customer brought up a topic that we felt needed revisiting: How can I safely fly with my guitar? First and foremost, let's talk about...
What is Tube Bias?
The ins and outs of tube bias.... Over the years, a very common question that comes up in regards to tube amps is bias. While there are many in depth...