11-03-2020, 04:33 AM
January 14, 2018January 14, 2018 by Beginner Guitar HQ Staff
Navigating the surfeit of guitars available at your local music shop or online retailer can be a daunting experience. The sheer number of models, shapes and sizes is confusing. However, there might be a way to simplify the experience with the use of science.
The guitar as a crafted instrument relies heavily on science for its construction as well as the sound it produces. The measurements and fine-tuning that go into making a guitar are extremely precise.
An understanding of the science behind the guitar is, therefore, an invaluable tool to measure quality, and therefore, determine what is the best guitar.
1. Tone-wood and Sound Waves
2. Electric Guitars and the Tone-wood Fallacy
3. Acoustics
4. Harmonics and Tone
5. Pickups
6. Internal wiring and Components
7. Hardware
8. Importance of ‘Action’
9. Cosmetics
10. Guitar Necks and the Hunt for Sustain
11. Finances
12. The Science of Tone
13. The Importance of Setup
14. Motivation
15. Beyond Science
Navigating the surfeit of guitars available at your local music shop or online retailer can be a daunting experience. The sheer number of models, shapes and sizes is confusing. However, there might be a way to simplify the experience with the use of science.
The guitar as a crafted instrument relies heavily on science for its construction as well as the sound it produces. The measurements and fine-tuning that go into making a guitar are extremely precise.
An understanding of the science behind the guitar is, therefore, an invaluable tool to measure quality, and therefore, determine what is the best guitar.
1. Tone-wood and Sound Waves
2. Electric Guitars and the Tone-wood Fallacy
3. Acoustics
4. Harmonics and Tone
5. Pickups
6. Internal wiring and Components
7. Hardware
8. Importance of ‘Action’
9. Cosmetics
10. Guitar Necks and the Hunt for Sustain
11. Finances
12. The Science of Tone
13. The Importance of Setup
14. Motivation
15. Beyond Science