Joe Nevin

What does a fret board do?

The fretboard is used by holding down the strings against each fret and then either picking or strumming some, or all of the strings. The vibrating motion of the string against the metal frets create the sounds of different musical notes.

How big is a grand orchestra guitar?

The Grand Orchestra’s body length is 20 & 5/8″, body width is 16 & 3/4″, and the depth is 5″. Compare that to the most popular Taylor Guitar shape, the Grand Auditorium, which is 20″ x 16″ x 4& 5/8″. While the GO is certainly larger, the biggest difference is the actual depth of the body.

What are pocket amps?

Palmer’s Pocket Amp aims to eliminate the need for an amp or mic when playing electric guitar. Built into a compact, rugged aluminium chassis, it just about deserves to be called ‘pocket‑sized’. Four pots, labelled Drive, Level, Treb and Bass, mimic those you’d find on an amp.

How hard is muse hysteria on bass?

The bass line in Hysteria by Muse is regualarly labeled as one of the most difficult bass lines ever in rock music, and while I get that the speed of it makes it difficult to play, I feel the lack of any complex techniques makes it way easier when compared to so many others.

How does a guitar work?

Strings are run from the neck to the body. When a string is plucked its vibration is transmitted from the bridge, resonating throughout the top of the guitar. It is also transmitted to the side and back of the instrument, resonating through the air in the body, finally producing sound from the sound hole.