By Introduction I’ve recently been trying something different: playing “naked”! Of course, I don’t mean without clothes—sorry if you pictured that! I mean using minimal effects and pedals. I tried using as little gear as possible to achieve the sound I wanted. After a few weeks of this experiment, I’ve learned
6 Super cheap guitar accessories you MUST have! – Be prepped for very little cost!
Introduction Playing guitar is an absolute blast! Whether you’re jamming at home, with a band, or hitting the road on tour, it’s an exhilarating experience. But sometimes, little annoyances can crop up that dampen the fun. Fear not! We’ve curated a list of six cheap guitar accessories that will smooth
Discontinued Guitar gear I wish was still around – Things I miss and things I want to try!
Introduction There has been some amazing gear in the past, such as the Klon, Tube Screamer, Deluxe Reverb, and much more! However, there has also been some amazing discontinued guitar gear. We thought we would put together an article about discontinued gear that we wish would be reissued or brought
Pre-Stage Ritual: A Guitarist’s Guide to Nailing the Performance
Introduction Stepping onto the stage as a guitarist is an exhilarating experience, but the moments just before can be nerve-wracking. To ensure a flawless performance, it’s crucial to have a pre-stage ritual that encompasses aspects like controlled breathing, managing nerves, and effective warm-ups. In fact, having a pre-stage ritual is
My TOP 5 gear of 2023 – The standout Gear from this year!
Introduction So we are reaching the end of another year! 2023 is coming to an end. What a year! This year the site has been very busy and record-breaking! The website, Instagram and YouTube have grown so much this year. Luckily we got the chance to review a lot of
A Guide to Trying Out Guitar Equipment – Unleashing Your Sound
Introduction Whether you’re a seasoned guitarist or just starting your musical journey, the process of trying out new guitar equipment is both exciting and crucial to shaping your unique sound. From guitars and amplifiers to pedals and accessories, finding the perfect combination can be a game-changer for your playing experience.
5 ways to get Gig Ready – How to practice for gigs and performing
Introduction Just started to gig? Recently joined a band and have some gigs coming up and want to know how you can get gig ready. Well, we have 5 easy to implement tips for you to help you get gig-ready go out feel confident and smash any concert! No matter
Lekato Looper Pedal Review – The Affordable pedal punching above the competition!
Introduction Here at Gigs & Guitars we love an affordable pedal! Even better when they are great! Well, the guys over at Lekato sent over a pedal! The Lekato Looper Pedal! They sent over one of their looper pedals for me to try and put together my thoughts and review!
Where to spend your money as a Beginner Guitarist! – Don’t focus on the wrong things!
Introduction As a Beginner Guitarist, it can be overwhelming to navigate the vast world of guitar gear. With so many options available, it’s easy to fall into the trap of thinking that you need to spend a lot of money to have a good guitar rig. However, the truth is
Buying a Home Guitar Amp? – Here’s some things to think about!
Introduction Playing loud is great fun, makes you want to play, and makes you motivated and enjoy playing the guitar. I also think it’s easier to get good tones when playing loud. However doing this at home can be a challenge, for many reasons. Most of which we will cover
My New Pedalboard – A full Tour of my gigging board
Introduction As you all know, we review pedals on this website. This means that we gather a lot of pedals of various kinds. You may also know that I am in a sort of function/wedding band. So recently I’ve decided to put together a full, new pedalboard that I would
How I learnt to record FASTER – Tips for faster production and Recording!
Introduction If you have ever tried recording, you know how time-consuming it can be! It can take ages to record the simplest of tracks. Having to do everything from getting sounds, writing and the. Recording and editing. I like to think I have got recording guitar down to an art.
5 Must-Have Pedals for Every Gigging Metal Guitarist
Introduction So you joined a metal band you’ve got the basics of a rig. You have got some songs and you’re looking to do some gigs. You may be thinking to yourself, should I get any pedals? Are there any pedals that every gigging metal guitarist needs? Well, in today’s
How to get better Clean Tones – Simple ways to IMPROVE your guitars clean tones!
Introduction For something that sounds so simple it can be so complicated to get a good clean from your guitar amp. Are you finding that when you select the clean channel on your amp it just doesn’t sound right? Do you find it stale and bland? Want to be jazzed
Lekato MS-1 Wireless IEM Review – Do cheap IEM systems have a Drawback?
Introduction We love a bargain here at Gigs & Guitars! Today we have an incredible bargain for you! The Lekato MS-1 Wireless IEM system. A cheap IEM system that will cost you less than a restring on your guitar! In this article we will be reviewing the Lekato MS-1 system,
Budgeting as a Musician – How to Save and use your money better!
Introduction Being a full-time musician can be a dream come true, but it can also come with its own set of financial challenges. One of which is Budgeting as a Musician! Musicians often have inconsistent income streams, unpredictable expenses, and the constant need to reinvest in their careers. To manage
5 unusual things to buy as a Musician! Not musical but very useful!
Introduction We all like gear, and we all like the odd guitar pedal or amp. However, there are some items you can purchase which don’t really have anything to do with music or playing the guitar but will be very helpful! So we thought we would put together a little
Should you buy second hand gear or brand new? – Let’s talk about it!
Introduction Being a guitarist, in fact, being a musician we are all in love with gear! Hear of all ranges! For me, it is Amps, pedals and guitars! However, buying gear comes with a decision. Do you go brand new or do you go second hand gear? This is a
I’ve had a few Guitar Lessons – What has it taught me?
Introduction Recently I found myself stuck in a bit of a hole with my playing. I found that I wasn’t progressing as much as I would like. So I tried a few things to try to get out of this hole, however, no matter how much I tried to climb
5 Features that should be on all Modern Guitars
Introduction There are many, hundreds if not thousands of guitar manufacturers out there, and I have started to notice something that has annoyed me. The more expensive guitars are missing features that cheaper guitars have, features that make playing the guitar and living with that guitar easier. I have put