Sponsored by Elixir® Strings In this beginner acoustic guitar lesson, guitarist Marc Seal demonstrates an easy way to learn hybrid picking. This versatile technique combines both flatpicking and fingerstyle playing to create a unique sound that can be used in practically all styles. “Elixir Strings always sound stellar and really last!…
THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. Congratulations to Thomas and his son from Harrison, Tennessee! Here are the lucky winners posing with their brand new guitar. The Alvarez-Yairi Masterworks DYMR70SB is our line in the sand, from here on in it’s the guitar that sets the standard for all our future development.…
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Special Advertising Section from Acoustic Guitar Magazine Shopping for a guitar-playing loved one? Looking for yourself before the holidays hit? Whoever you’re buying for this season, our Holiday Gift Guide is a great resource for scouting out all the best gear and accessories. From basics like capos and tuners to luxuries…
Sponsored by Artistworks You must learn to walk before you learn to run. When it comes to flatpicking, you must first learn your scales before learning to shred. The Major Scale Most people, even non-musicians, recognize the Do, Re, Me, Fa, Sol, La, Ti, Do pattern of a major scale.…
THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. A smaller-sized acoustic/electric archtop with a tonal range that belies its size. For flattop guitarists who have only played old plywood archtops, the sound of a Masterbilt Century guitars will be a revelation. Get ready for a totally new acoustic guitar experience! Product Features: Historic Epiphone…
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Sponsored by Elixir® Strings Award-winning, fingerstyle artist Maneli Jamal demonstrates how to get percussive elements out of the guitar while playing a chord progression in 4 When you get this exercise down, he kicks it up by including some extra eighth notes. While Maneli is without a doubt a technical…
BOSS Acoustic Singer Live and Pro Guitar Amps Now Available in the U.S. The new Acoustic Singer amp line from BOSS takes the acoustic stage amp to new levels of sound quality and creative versatility using BOSS’s latest advancements in amplifier research. Offering next generation features for acoustic guitar and vocals like an onboard harmonizer, looper and Acoustic Resonance,…
Sponsored by Elixir® Strings Fingerstyle master Alex de Grassi demonstrates how to get the best tone, and more volume, from your acoustic guitar using the “preloaded free stroke.” His lesson also includes a brief overview of other common right hand fingerpicking techniques, the free stroke and rest stroke. “I get…
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THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. Designed to be the ideal performance acoustic guitar, the Yamaha A-Series is crafted from the ground up to be perfectly suited to life on the road. With natural, dynamic plugged-in tone and stage-ready simplicity from the new SRT2 pickup system it’s ready when and where ever…
THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. First prize: The Concept™ Case The Concept™ acoustic guitar case by TKL represents today’s most advanced craftsmanship and designs. It features a rugged yet lightweight exterior with a proprietary, custom-formed interior— letting you upgrade to the highest level of instrument protection for a price that’s less than…
THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. The Eastman AC422CE The modern profile of the Grand Auditorium represents the best of both worlds for flat-pickers and fingerstylists. The Grand Auditorium is a true hybrid that has many of the attributes of smaller bodies with the volume, punch and bass of a dreadnought without…
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Sponsored by Global Guitar Retreat How does a weekend of learning guitar in sunny California sound? What about learning directly from two of the world’s leading guitar teachers; Sergio Assad and Peppino D’Agostino? During the day you’ll learn how to compose and arrange for guitar while also exploring classical, Brazilian,…
THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. One winner will choose between a Martin 000-15M StreetMasterTM or a Martin D-15M StreetMasterTM. Martin Guitar has expanded their popular solid mahogany 15 Series line with a respectful nod to the working musician. The StreetMasterTM models are built to the same specifications as the 000-15M and D-15M models but…
THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. The featherweight WL-K is an exciting new addition to the Waterloo line built with maximum responsiveness in mind. The WL-K is built using lightweight materials and supported by thinly carved braces. When paired with a minimal lacquer finish, the resulting tone is dry and transparent with…
THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED. Congratulations to our winner, Charles Mason! Guitar icon John Scofield is a one-of-a-kind virtuoso known for his signature blend of jazz, funk, rock, R&B, and soul. On May 5th, he’ll be performing in The Appel Room at Jazz at Lincoln Center. This performance follows his 2017…
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Sponsored by Elixir® Strings The latest innovation from Elixir® Strings has players rethinking their string selection. Guitarists who choose uncoated electric strings for their natural feel and tone used to have to compromise tone life. Not any longer. Watch. “I have used Elixir Acoustic Strings for years, but never tried the…
Sponsored by Elixir Strings Rhythm hand strumming techniques can be the most important thing an acoustic player needs to have. Make your rhythm playing stellar. Los Angeles session guitarist, songwriter and teacher, Tom Strahle, talks about thinking like a drummer and being a great rhythm guitar player. This is a…
Sponsored by Elixir Strings Clive Carroll gives us a fingerstyle workout master class. You’ll love these playing exercises for a smoother and more versatile fingerstyle technique. Following Clive’s tips will help you learn how to emphasize certain notes, achieve varied tones without a pick and get your fingers flowing in harmony.…
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THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED We’re giving away a Pitchblack mini pedal tuner every week in January! The Pitchblack mini appears smaller in size, yet embodies all of its superior tuner functionality. Featuring a large LED display with excellent visibility, it supports battery operation in spite of its compact size. The…
Presented by Elixir® Strings Ever wonder what the one and only Phil Keaggy does between takes during a video? He just plays the guitar. He loves capos. If one is good, two are better! Check out his playing, capo technique and looping in this video by Elixir® Strings. Not familiar…
Sponsored by D’Addario Are you a dark, heavy metal maniac or a light, laid-back strummer? Whatever your playing style, D’Addario’s new line of Eclipse Tuners has a style to match yours. The sleek, sophisticated design of this high-tech headstock tuner offers fast, chromatic tuning and pitch calibration in a variety…
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THIS GIVEAWAY HAS ENDED Our lucky winner was Mark H. of Portage, MI! The Original Guitar Chair was designed with the combination of a physical therapist’s knowledge of ergonomics and the artistic ability of an architect, resulting in a chair that gives you the comfort and support you need, while…
Sponsored by Elixir® Strings Grammy and GMA Dove award winner, Chris Tomlin talks about songwriting, performing and why he plays Elixir® Strings. Chris Tomlin has sold millions of records, won a Grammy and has over 20 Dove Awards. His chart topping hit songs and sold-out performances brought music of faith to…
Acoustic Remedy Cases Handcrafted in the USA by Amish craftsmen, each case is constructed from your choice of domestic/exotic hardwoods and is designed to keep guitars properly humidified and exquisitely displayed. Our cases are the perfect addition to your home, office, or studio. Available in floor standing, all mounted, and…
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Presented by Elixir® Strings Acoustic fingerstyle master and teacher, Ulli Boegershausen, shows you a simple way to arrange music for the acoustic guitar. This is a tip you can really use! Ulli Boegershausen is a master fingerstylist and teacher. He’s published nine books on how to play the guitar, runs…
