Other Stringed Instruments

Forget the tuba, guitar, piano, and bass. They are no match to these odd-looking, most unusual musical instruments. Some may look like they came from a horror movie, while others produce an eerie sound fit for a sci-fi film! So, without further ado, here are the most...

All ukulele pickups have one purpose, and that is to amplify the sound emitting from your uke. However, not all pickups are capable of delivering the right tone. Some might even distort the sound and pick up background noise! Don't make the wrong purchase. Here are the...

The ukulele, also known as the uke, is an exciting instrument that is easy to learn and quite affordable. For anyone who wants to quickly learn a musical instrument that can be played virtually anywhere, the ukulele is a great choice. With all of the available ukuleles on the...

Many instruments are capable of producing tones over a wide range of pitches. However, there are a few instruments that produce tones that are deeper than others. Low pitched instruments tend to be larger than instruments that produce high tones, as a result of the structure required for low...

Led Zeppelin's Stairway to Heaven is one of the most famous songs from the British rock band. But, despite its worldwide success, why is Stairway to Heaven Banned in guitar stores? Why is Stairway to Heaven the forbidden riff? And did you know that there was once...

Want to master playing a classic guitar? Start with these classical guitar songs for beginners. They have repetitive patterns, easy-to-remember plucking, and smooth transitions. We've even included a video tutorial so you can get started right away! Andantino in G by Ferdinando Carulli

If you’re looking for a challenging and enjoyable hobby that isn't a guitar or bass, why not consider learning the banjo? It’s one of the easiest stringed instruments to learn, and a joy to play. But first, you’ll have to choose the right instrument for your musical...

Still have your guitar in the standard EADGBE tune? It's time to mix things up! Alternate guitar tunings like drop D tuning broadens your guitar playing horizon to riffs and power chords so you can play covers of songs from Kurt Cobain, Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, and...

What are piano keys made of? Well, the answer to this question is surprisingly not what you might think. The material that pianos are traditionally made out of was wood, but now most people make them out of plastic or metal. While the answer may come as...

Not sure what to get your favorite aspiring guitarist? It can feel a bit intimidating when browsing gifts for guitar players. Do they need this strange metal clip called a capo or a brand-new set of strings? Regardless of their skill level, here is a list of...