Guitar

C-Shaped, U-Shaped, V-Shaped — but what does it all mean!? Learn about the most common guitar neck shapes and what they can do for your playing. 

What’s an overdrive pedal? We’re going to tell you. And no, it’s NOT the same as a distortion pedal! Check out this guide to overdrive to learn if it's right for your pedalboard.

Not sure which Taylor guitar is best for you? The ultimate Taylor guitar comparison guide covers body shapes, tonewoods, and series to match your style and budget. Find the best fit — whether you’re a beginner or a pro.

It’s never too late to pick up an instrument. Learn the joys of music regardless of age with these helpful tips for adult beginners.

There are tons of different types of guitar strings out there. Learn about the different build materials, gauges, and what they do to find the right strings for your style.

Explore the key differences between acoustic and electric guitars, including sound, styles, ease of play, and top picks. Start your musical journey today!

Ready to take your skills to the stage? Check out these five expert-vetted tips to help you prepare for your very first live show.

Combo and stack amps both do the same thing but in different ways. Learn about the differences to choose the one that’s right for your sound.

Bigger is always better, right? Well, not always. Learn all about amp wattage and how it affects volume to find the guitar amp that’s right for you.

There’s a lot of confusion about the difference between coil splitting and coil tapping on electric guitars. We’re here to set the record straight!

Some guitars have a sound that defined history and the development of styles. Here we’re going to break down what guitar is best for each genre.

Headless guitars look mysterious and even a little intimidating. We’re going to break it down to see if a headless guitar is right for you.

What kind of amp is best for your sound? Find out for yourself as we discuss the differences between tube amps and solid-state amps.

The Fender Telecaster vs. Stratocaster: a matchup for the ages. Find out the differences between these two legendary models to find the one that works for you.

Fanned frets? Whoever heard of such a thing!? They might look weird, but multi-scale necks come with plenty of benefits to players who like to take things down a notch.

Guitar and bass effects pedals can be daunting. Where do you start with building a pedalboard? Right here at AMS!

How many coils do you need in your electric guitar pickups? Find the answer in this epic battle of humbucker vs. single coil pickups!

Ready to rock but not sure where to start? Learn how to pick the perfect electric guitar to fulfill all your rockstar desires.

The AMS guitar buying guide has all the information you could ever want (and perhaps a bit more) to help you find and buy the perfect guitar.

Wherever future endeavors may take you - the stage, the studio, the comfy living room couch - the first step in embarking on a wonderful journey is purchasing a guitar.