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5 alternate picking exercises that will speed up your guitar playing
By Simon Barnard published
Alternate picking is among the most vital guitar techniques – just ask Paul Gilbert. Fine-tune your approach with these drills spanning surf, rock, country and neoclassical metal

How to eliminate guitar buzz, noise and hum from your rig
By Matt Brown published
A step-by-step guide to troubleshooting the cause of noise in your guitar setup and quietening it for good

'Ethereal tuning' is officially A Thing, and it sounds amazing
By Richard Bienstock last updated
YouTube guitar sensation Ichika showcases the tuning in a mesmerizing two-hand tapping instrumental

How to set your Floyd Rose's locking nut height
By Jack Ellis last updated
Fine-tune the action once and for all at the less obvious end of the neck

16 ways to improve your acoustic guitar shows
By Stuart Williams published
Everything you need to avoid disasters onstage, from setup checks to anti-feedback measures and the use of in-ear monitoring

How to reduce guitar string noise
By Jamie Dickson published
Banish the rattle and squeak with a little help from acoustic guitar master Martin Simpson

How to set bass pickups for optimum tone
By Rob Elrick published
Ace luthier Rob Elrick brings decades of wisdom to the table, and here he unpacks the essential business of pickup height

How to record your electric guitar
By Total Guitar editors published
Recording your guitar doesn't have to be a brain-melting experience. Here's how to take the pain out of the process
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