After two years of tinkering with my Fender Player Stratocaster, what’s the one mod that’s had the most impact? In the video below, I’ll take you through all the mods I’ve made and whether or not they were worth it. But there’s one in particular that is the real game-changer. Don’t forget to subscribe to … Fender Stratocaster: One mod to rule them all! Read More » The post Fender Stratocaster: One mod to rule them all! appeared first on The Blogging Musician ..read more

A personal review of 10 years with my 2003 Gibson Les Paul Studio Guitar. The Perfect Electric Guitar? In this review, I won’t repeat what’s already been said about the Gibson Les Paul Studio. It’s already been covered both in my own articles (Why the Gibson Les Paul Is Better Than the Fender Stratocaster and Why the … Gibson Les Paul Studio Review Read More » The post Gibson Les Paul Studio Review appeared first on The Blogging Musician ..read more

I recently replaced the original bent-steel guitar saddles on my Fender Player Stratocaster with block saddles. Should you do the same? Now video added. Don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel here. Bent Steel Guitar Saddles. The traditional choice, and standard issue on my Fender Player Strat, as well as, surprisingly, the new American … Block vs Bent Steel Guitar Saddles? Read More » The post Block vs Bent Steel Guitar Saddles? appeared first on The Blogging Musician ..read more

In-depth review of the Fender Blues Junior III guitar amplifier. Comparisons…… I’ve owned a fair few amps in my time, a Vox AC30, Marshall DSL401, Orange Rocker 30 and Cornford Roadhouse 30 to name but a few. All amazing amps in their own right, but they all had to go for various reasons. The Vox AC30 was … Fender Blues Junior III review Read More » The post Fender Blues Junior III review appeared first on The Blogging Musician ..read more

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A Low-wattage valve guitar amplifier: Something I’ve never considered before, but lately, I’ve come to fully appreciate their charms. So what do I mean by a low-wattage valve guitar amplifier? I’m not talking 15 or even 5 watts, still too loud for the neighbours in the world of valves. I’m talking 1 watt or less, … Low-Wattage Valve Guitar Amplifier – 5 Benefits Read More » The post Low-Wattage Valve Guitar Amplifier – 5 Benefits appeared first on The Blogging Musician ..read more

The Mexican-made Fender Player Plus Stratocaster looks like a LOT of guitar for the money, but is it worth the upgrade, and should you buy one? First, let’s look at what you get for your money, compared to the basic Fender Player Stratocaster. Player Plus Noiseless Stratocaster pickups. Comes fitted stock with Player Plus Noiseless … Should I buy a Fender Player Plus Stratocaster? Read More » The post Should I buy a Fender Player Plus Stratocaster? appeared first on The Blogging Musician ..read more

I’ve been back and forward on the idea of a Fender Player Stratocaster for well over a year now. Is it finally time to purchase one? The Fender Player Stratocaster has been mentioned many times on these pages over the last few months, from Falling in love with the Fender Stratocaster (again) to Gibson Les … Fender Player Stratocaster: A Third Opinion. Read More » The post Fender Player Stratocaster: A Third Opinion. appeared first on The Blogging Musician ..read more

Fender Player Stratocaster Review. In-depth review of the Fender Player Stratocaster. Is this the best value electric guitar money can buy? New video added. Don’t forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel here. The preamble Before we start, know this: This latest guitar review is a long time in the making. If you’re a reader … Fender Player Stratocaster Review Read More » The post Fender Player Stratocaster Review appeared first on The Blogging Musician ..read more

I’ve been overcome with guitar buying guilt lately. Could the Gibson Les Paul Tribute series be the answer? Putting the Stratocaster to bed. Round in round in circles I go again. First I fell in love with the Strat (again) but had second thoughts. The Squier Classic Vibe series just seems too cheap: Small pots, … Gibson Les Paul Tribute: The Holy Grail of Guitars for under a Grand? Read More » The post Gibson Les Paul Tribute: The Holy Grail of Guitars for under a Grand? appeared first on The Blogging Musician ..read more