The Guitarist's Survival Guide

Performing at a bluegrass festival in Ireland I Photo: Caolán O'Neill-Forde
The Guitarist's Survival Guide: The Road From Ireland
Musicians in Prague share their hard earned wisdom
The Guitarist's Survival Guide: Words of Wisdom for Prague's Musicians
It's a bit like a musical Mary Poppins' bag but with more picks and less magic. I Photo: Creative Commons
The Guitarist's Survival Guide: A Well-Stocked Gig Bag
Compression: Your new favourite effect I Photo: Creative Commons
The Guitarist's Survival Guide: Compression for Guitar Players
Learn some acoustic guitar recording techniques today!
The Guitarist's Survival Guide: Introduction to Recording Acoustic Guitar
Every note you play should enhance the singer's voice, not compete with it. I Photo: Creative Commons
The Guitarist's Survival Guide: 10 Secrets to Great Guitar Accompaniment
If you experiment, you may find a combination of sounds, or altogether new sound that changes the way we use effects today. I Photo: Creative Commons
The Guitarist's Survival Guide: Getting Started with Effects Pedals (Part 2)
While bassists and keyboardists also make use of them, it’s fair to say pedals are usually found under the feet of a guitarist. I Photo: Creative Commons
The Guitarist's Survival Guide: Getting Started with Effects Pedals (Part 1)
It’s never been as easy to get a great mix out of your home studio as it is now! I Photo: Creative Commons
The Guitarist's Survival Guide: Home Studio Essentials
Achieving great live sound is all about preparation, balance, and a touch of insanity. I Photo: Creative Commons
The Guitarist's Survival Guide: How Not to Sound Like a Hot Mess on Stage