Snark Tuner is currently on sale on Amazon US and Amazon UK!

A very snug fit for my guitar, the Snark Tuner is a solid, dependable guitar tuner. I had my buddy give it a try and he had just as good of results as I have had over the past couple months of using it. Sometimes it’s hard for me to hear the slight flat tone my guitar often produces, but having a tuner that’s so easy to work with and accurate makes it a lot easier on someone like me, that doesn’t have the gift of finding the perfect pitch on the first try.

The Snark tuner has an easy to read digital readout, even works in bright natural light. I like to play outside on the beach when I head out camping with my friends and it works well, even in some of the humid climates we’ve camped in. Finding a pinpoint accurate guitar tuner isn’t easy and when I found this one, I was blown away, not just buy the good feedback it has, but for the price, I’m very pleased with the value.

The visual metronome feature is nice, I’ve used it when I’m teaching my nephew how to play and tune and the visual is a huge help to beginners, I’m trying to teach him to understand the basic principles and for the price, I’ve already bought one of the guitar tuners for him for his last birthday – a gift that he’s put to good use and appreciated, for a change. I like how simple the design is – it’s very basic, but has everything you need to tune your guitar properly.

Another very good point of the Snark tuner – it’s more than a chromatic tuner, it tunes well from any note, responds immediately to any pitch change and it’s pitch indication is crystal clear. I’ve used a few other guitar tuners in my day, but for the pure functionality of the device, this one is the most solid and reliable one I’ve found on the market – at a low to mid price range. Since many of the guitar tuners I’ve used in the past have been somewhat tempermental, I’ve learned not to shell out too much money, in case they don’t like up to their hype.

It’s more than just functional, it works very quickly, never had a problem even once in the months I’ve been using it and have found the Snark tuner to be the most reliable tuner in its price range. Read more user reviews.
 

The String Cleaner is currently on sale on Amazon US & Amazon UK.

What would you do if you want to clean the dust off of your guitar strings without removing the strings? Use a dry or damp cotton t-shirt and run it up and down?

I used to take a thin cotton cloth and wipe the guitar strings up and down, and slide the thin cloth under the strings as well to remove the dirt as best as I could. But I found it is tough for me to clean my guitar strings completely because there are still some dust under the strings and other areas which I’m not able to get rid of. I have to wait until the day I’m changing my guitar strings, then only I could clean these areas thoroughly.

Ever since I had been introduced with this cool little device called The String Cleaner, strings cleaning seem to be so easy than anything else. This guitar string cleaner is so convenience to use and save me lot of trouble and time. It makes string cleaning a whole lot faster and is real useful for impatient guitar player like me, because most of the times I have to set up and pack up real fast.

Quick and Easy

The String Cleaner is a flat little cartridge that opens and closes over the strings on both top and bottom. Slide it underneath your guitar strings and run it up and down a few times, it will clean up your strings in a few seconds. This guitar string cleaner works just great! Plain and simple.

Environmental Friendly

Another cool feature of The String Cleaner is the microfiber pad is washable. This makes the device environmental friendly and not just another disposable item in store. It is a chemical free product. Just wash up in soap and water and let dry. You can re-use this guitar string cleaner without any problem.

The String Cleaner is definitely an interesting approach to an old problem. This device is simply the easiest, no hassle, no mess, way to clean your guitar strings. Read more user reviews.
 

Shredder
I have used the device for a month now and have to say that I am truly amazed by how well it works. Having almost destroyed my neck with other products, I was forced to clean my strings with a cloth or my fingernails, which is nasty. I have been waiting for something like this for a loooong time. It is so easy to use, highly efficient, and it cleans the strings underneath! [Read full review]

D. Burns
I have been in the music business for over 30 years and this product really works.
Made primarly for 6 string instruments, this little device is so simple anyone can use it.you simply open it up, slip under the strings then close and slide, that’s all there is to it, no cleaning soultion needed but can be added if you desire, so far I have not needed any soultion.

Take it from a guitar player in nashville it really does work. [Read full review]

Kyser Capo is currently on sale on Amazon US & Amazon UK.

From all reviews it seems hands down that the Kyser Capo is the most popular guitar capo. For those of you not knowing what a capo is, it is a device used on the neck of a stringed instrument. This is done to shorten the playable length of the strings. It is said to have been used worldwide by more guitarists than any other capo for guitar. It is made of a strong lightweight aluminum which is great. This makes it very light to carry around as well when it is displayed on your guitar. In addition the strength of it makes durable and you can use it with confidence and know it’s good.

The Kyser 6 String Capo can easily be operated with one hand. When using it, it raises the pitch to all different levels. This will definitely add some variety to your playing. You will find this guitar capo is very reliable. As well it makes it very fun to use, and there is no worry you will not miss a change. There is no tension adjustment needed with the quickness of the capo.

While I was checking this out and all the reviews that I did look at I did see one con to the kyser capo. The concern I heard is that the guitar capo is designed to work across the fret board. When doing this is appears to apply more force than needed to hold down the lower frets. This causes these lower frets to wear faster. Yet I also did see people say that even with this they would replace the strings rather than stop using the kyser capo.

This capo for guitar can be found practically anywhere that you will find musical accessories. They are reasonably priced for fewer than 20.00, yet well worth the price for all the variety it will lend to your guitar playing. There are other capo’s out there, but why wouldn’t you want to use the world’s most popular one? Personally I know if I had to make a choice I’d go with the one everyone else likes. You will also have great success in finding these on some of the sites on the internet. Check and compare all the prices to make sure you get your best deal. There are some pretty great deals and incredible prices online. So my suggestion, regardless of how you get one, is to get your kyser capo today and you too will start to see and hear the benefits right away.

   

Zoom H2 is currently on sale on Amazon US & Amazon UK.

For most of the guitar player, a good recording unit can help a lot during practice or live performance. However it is not easy to get one with great price versus quality ratio. If you are searching for an easy portable recorder for recording acoustic guitar, we would highly recommend you to get this baby, Zoom H2 Handy Portable Stereo Recorder.

The H2 is super beginner friendly. It is very ideal for live recording with it’s small size and light weight. This recorder built with 4 mic capsules, compatible with various audio formats / resolutions, and built with USB 2.0 port for data storage.

One thing made H2 outshined other recorders is it’s “stand up by itself” form factor and the front and rear mic configuration. The multi-mic configuration works wonderfully for recording “in the round” jam sessions and rehearsals. With this cute little gadget, your acoustic guitar recording will surely be a wonderful experience. Read more user reviews.
 

S. Earl

I needed a really nice quality portable audio recorder; one that I wouldn’t be ashamed to print right to CD. I did my homework on line like you’re doing now, and finally chose this Zoom H2. But when I got it out of the box and realized that not only could I get amazing quality stereo recordings from the built in mics (blew my friends minds when I handed them my headphones) but I could also record 4 track surround sound, because there are actually four mics in this thing, all angled for optimum imaging.

So I sat down and started reading the manual, only to be amazed that not only does this thing record, but it has multiple compressor and limited options, built in metronome and guitar tuner, ability to do all kinds of editing with your files like normalizing, dividing tracks, changing encoding formats, easy dump to computer and back to H2 via USB. The line in stereo recorder works amazingly… I recorded our band from my monitor mix and it actually sounded better than our album!

The only drawback, for me, is that I find the display a little hard to see. But I have some vision trouble to begin with, so you may not encounter this problem. One last thing… get a big memory card, like an 8 gig. I did a lot of recording out in nature this summer and when you play it back at home you would swear your standing in a grove of cedars with the birds chirping or by the shore of the lake with the waves lapping. [Read more]

Seagull S6 is currently on sale on Amazon US / Amazon UK.

The Seagull S6 Original Acoustic Guitar is a popular and highly regarded instrument. Musicians that purchase the Seagull 6 tend to be very happy with it. It is an entry-level, affordable guitar with a nice, warm tone. It is also attractive and easy to tune.

The Seagull S6 Original Acoustic guitar is a great starter instrument but it doesn’t necessarily play like one. The guitar’s sound is quite nice as is its feel. The hand finished neck, genuine lacquer finish and cedar top makes for an attractive combination, while the domestic cherry back and sides gives the guitar a sound and tone that is unique.

Stable tuning on the guitar is quick thanks to the machine heads which are specially aligned. The Seagull S6 has a silver leaf maple neck, accented by a rosewood fretboard and a shorter scale.

Seagull guitars are known for their great tone. The Seagull S6 isn’t any different. The cherry sides and cedar top affects the guitar’s tone. Its sound is a subsequent mix of mellowness, courtesy of the guitar’s mahogany and the ring is bright, thanks to the maple, wild cherry. The sound is one that is both warm and full. Some people describe it as a little bit dark.

One of the best things about the Seagull S6 is the ease in which the guitar can be tuned and stay tuned. When tuning most guitars, it is often necessary to make additional adjustments. This is because the neck of most guitars will move. This will, subsequently, alter the string’s tension. Balancing the neck, along with tuning the strings, then becomes necessary. The Seagull S6 has a tapered headstock, which cuts down on the movement or twisting of the neck.

Subsequently, it is not necessary to re-tune the strings after they have already been tuned. Once the guitar is tuned, it stays that way, at least for a longer amount of time than most guitars.

Another notable feature of the Seagull S6 is the double-action truss rod, which helps control the over and under bowing of the guitar’s neck, effectively reinforcing it. This cuts down on the amount of re-tuning needed when the guitar is played or passed around by different players.

All-in-all, the Seagull S6 is an excellent guitar. It is made of quality materials, sounds great, is easy to tune and better able to stand-up to normal wear and tear. We highly recommend it. Read more user reviews.
 

Brand	Seagull
Model	S6 Original
Type	Acoustic Guitar
Top	Select Pressure Tested Solid Cedar
Back & Sides	Wild Cherry
Neck	Silver Leaf Maple
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Bridge	Rosewood
Body Size	D-14 Fret
Pick Guard	Black
String Scale	24.84"
Finish	Semi-Gloss Custom Polished Finish
Consumer Rating
Price Range	Discount price on Amazon US / Amazon UK

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Yamaha FG700S is currently on sale on Amazon US / Amazon UK.

Acoustic guitars come in all shapes and sizes, and also come from many different brands. The latest guitar from Yamaha is the Yamaha FG700S acoustic guitar. At first glance, the Yamaha FG700S acoustic guitar resembles a typical six string guitar that beginners usually will use. Though the Yamaha FD700S is a great beginner’s guitar, there are plenty of other features that make this a great guitar for anyone to have.

The new Yamaha FG700S is a great choice for people who want affordable yet luxurious craftsmanship. It comes with a beautiful spruce top, and a perfectly crafted rosewood fingerboard. Even the tuning keys are made out of a die-cast mold. Stunning body binding in a black and white motif add to its aesthetic appeal, and its high gloss finish gives it a professional quality touch. On an added note, this is a great guitar for anyone who wants to look like a real rock star on stage, and also in photographs. It’s just that beautiful.

The FG line is one of Yamaha’s most popular, and most legendary guitar lines. Every FG guitar that Yamaha has produced has been one that “feels right,” and produces some of the most high quality sound that a guitar can make. The Yamaha FG700S is no different, and also happens to be a very low maintenance guitar that’s easy to tune. Most of the time, the ease of tuning this beautiful instrument is what makes it a smash hit with beginners. Still, many advanced and intermediate guitar players choose the Yamaha FG700S because of the sheer beauty, excellent sound, and high quality workmanship that it has been known for.

At the regular price, the Yamaha FG700S acoustic guitar isn’t a discount guitar by any means. The current list price is a whopping $322. However, it is possible to find this stunning guitar on sale for only $199 on Amazon. Though it still may be a splurge for some guitar newbies, people who have bought it all agree that it’s worth every penny, if not more.

If you are looking for a guitar whose sound stays perfectly pitched during every song, is easy to tune, has a beautiful design, and is made with attention paid to every little detail, then it’s time to buy the Yamaha FG700S acoustic guitar. This isn’t so much a simple luxury as much as it is an investment in your guitar playing time. The Yamaha FG700S is a guitar that will delight you, and will also make a good heirloom gift for generations. Don’t waste another moment looking for a better starter guitar – this one is the very best that money can buy. Read more user reviews.
 

Brand	Yamaha
Model	FG700S
Type	Acoustic Guitar
Top	Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides	Nato
Neck	Nato
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Bridge	Rosewood
Tuners	Die-cast Chrome
Body Style	Dreadnought
Pick Guard	Tortoise-shell
String Scale	25 9/16"
Body Depth	3 15/16" - 4 5/8"
Nut Width	1 11/16"
Colors	Natural
Finish	Hi-Gloss
Consumer Rating
Price Range	Discount price on Amazon US / Amazon UK

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Takamine Jasmine S35 Acoustic Guitar is currently on sale on Amazon through this link!

Acoustic guitar players, just like any other musician group, know how much difference a good guitar can make in terms of sound. Getting a sweet melody out of a rickety, poorly built guitar can be difficult, if not impossible. On the other hand, spending several thousand dollars on an acoustic guitar isn’t really financially feasible for most people. Luckily, Jasmine by Takamine has recently come out with a guitar that is affordable, looks great, and sounds wonderful – the Takamine Jasmine S35 Acoustic Guitar.

Takamine S35 is a six string guitar made with a Spruce top, laminated Nato sides, a Rosewood fret, and satin finish. As far as six string acoustic guitars go, this is a great middle-of-the-road solution to the price-sound conundrum that has been an issue for many avid guitarists around the world. The Takamine Jasmine S35 is a Dreadnought guitar, and it has already made a big splash among music fans.

Before you consider buying the Takamine S35, you need to know a little bit about what you should expect. The Takamine guitar company has a reputation for selling some of the best acoustic guitars in the country, and the Takamine S35 definitely follows in its footsteps. Jasmine guitars come with a 2 year limited warranty, which proves that this is a company that really stands behind their guitars.

The first thing that people notice when strumming out a few chords on this guitar is its rich resonance, which is due to the satin finish that each Takamine S35 comes with. Reviewers who have tried this guitar often buy it after they realize how well-made each Jasmine guitar happens to be. The guitar craftsmen who made the Takamine S35 paid special attention to detail, which improved both the quality of the sound and the aesthetic quality of the Takamine S35 as a whole. Along with the beautiful craftsmanship of the guitar, most of the people who have owned a Takamine S35 love the easy to tune mechanisms of the guitar, along with the ease of maintenance that this model offers its users. Overall, this is a perfect pick for guitarists who want an expensive-looking guitar that won’t break the bank. Beginners in particular tend to enjoy the Takamine S35 as an entry level guitar.

Because of the excellent quality of this Jasmine guitar, the Takamine S35 is one of the best rated acoustic guitars in its category. As an entry level guitar, you will be hard-pressed to find anything better than this. Is it a great buy? Of course – the Takamine S35 is one of the highest quality guitars that you will find for under $100. Partly due to its beautiful craftsmanship, and partly due to the amazing sound it produces, we have to recommend this Jasmine guitar for beginners, hobbyists, and experts alike. Read more user reviews.
 

Brand	Takamine
Model	Jasmine S35
Type	Acoustic Guitar
Top	Spruce
Back & Sides	Nato
Fingerboard	Rosewood
Bridge	Rosewood
Tuners	Chrome Plated
Body Style	Dreadnought
String Scale	25 3/8"
Nut Width	1 11/16"
Finish	Satin
Consumer Rating
Price Range	Check Sales Price

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Korg TM-40 is currently on sale on Amazon US & Amazon UK.

The metronome is a device that has long been used by musicians to ensure that they are playing at a steady tempo, and is very often used as a learning tool for those who are just learning to play. The old style metronomes were of a pyramid shape, and had a ticker that would move from side to side whilst keeping the beats per minute (BPM) at a steady pace. It’s a tool that been around for centuries, but it has been given a modern twist with the introduction of the Korg TM-40 Digital Tuner and Metronome.

As the name of the product suggest, the Korg TM-40 also included a tuning function that will ensure that the instrument sounds good whilst keeping the beat. The tuner has a detection range id C1-C8 (32.7hz to 4186.01hz), which means that it is perfect for any type of instrument from keyboard to string. There is also a separate attachment called the CM100L contact microphone than can be used for even more accurate tuning of your instrument, but even without it, the Korg tuners work just fine. The tuner also allows players to learn how to tune by ear, simply by using the Sound Out function, and all the setting are remembered, even when the unit is turned off, thanks to the memory backup.

The metronome part of the TM-40 offers a couple of different ways for players to pick up the tempo. The first is by using one of the many preset tempo and time signatures, whereas the Tap feature allows the player to set their own specific tempo. The large built-in speaker produces a very clear ticking sound, which perfectly mimics the sound of a traditional metronome. Some have complained that the ticking can be somewhat of a distraction, but with multiple volume settings, the Korg easily allows players to settle on a level that suits them perfectly. Much like the tuner function, the metronome is perfect for all instruments and musical styles, thanks to the numerous functions that cover 0-7 beats per measure, as well as doublets, triplets, triplets with center beats omitted, plus much, much more.

The Korg metronome tuner features a large, bright display, with an LCD type needle for the metronome, and blinking LED lights that show pitch deviation and tempo. Best of all, the unit is small enough to be portable, and can actually fit snugly inside a pocket or purse, which is perfect for those who may be learning to play in a class setting, as well as at home. It’s also an incredibly reasonably priced unit, and by shopping at Amazon, it can be bought for under $25; all in all, a perfect stocking stuffer for someone who is going to be learning how to play an instrument in the near future. Read more user reviews.
 

Save your money! Buy through Amazon with more than 30% discounts!

Get Yourself An All-In-One Acoustic Guitar Package

This acoustic guitar package includes a beautiful Yamaha spruce top acoustic guitar (model F325) with comfortable FG body style, a rosewood fingerboard, meranti wood back and sides. Package also come with a guitar gig bag,  electronic guitar tuner, DVD of guitar lessons, guitar Strap, extra set of guitar strings  and guitar Picks

It Has Everything For You

Basically, this is a very nice starter kit for beginner. It comes with all the basics you need. Yamaha is a trusted brand for their quality and sound. Their guitar is well built and has a very nice tone. The DVD included in this package is professionally arranged with various lessons like how to hold it, tuning, strumming, etc. It even has a Chord Dictionary which shows various chords and finger positions for them, and a Chord Studio which let you play chords you’ve learned with a backup band. Simply awesome!

In overall this entire package is a great deal for the price. It has everything you need to get started. There are even people commented that the price selling through Amazon is much lesser than music store:

Ashley L. Seabrooke “mama05″

“I feel cheated. I bought this exact kit at guitar center for 250 dollars. I did however get a two year warranty, but I would have gladly traded that for a price like this..” [Read more]

D. Bell “crownedbull”

“I shopped around at music stores to price a good starter guitar. I was told about this product. After I went home I looked it up online and the price was much less here through Amazon. I am very happy with the guitar so far. ” [Read more]

If you are just started to learn guitar, this acoustic guitar package is definitely a good buy for you. It not only gives you a great quality guitar – Yamaha, which is a trusted brand for their craftsmanship and quality,  but also provide you with all the basic accessories you need in your learning journey. Buy only one package and you will save money, time and troubles.

If you are buying as a gift for someone, I’m pretty sure he / she going to love this gift very much!

Question:

I’m a guitar beginner and started learning some basics chords and songs. The main problem I’m facing now is the ends of my fingers hurt every time when I’m trying to practice. It’s pretty painful. What can I do?

Answer:

Newbie will experience some discomfort at first because your fingertips have not toughened. Some newbie also have a tendency to press too hard on the strings. That’s why it hurt your fingers. With time and a light touch (enough pressure to contact the fret top is all that is needed) the pain will eventually go away after you build up calluses. No pain no gain, right?

You may give your fingers a break if you feeling the pain. Let them rest for a while before continue your practice.

This video featuring step by step process making of Yamaha guitar with hand craftsmanship at their Hangzhou factory.

Now this is real cool.