Mike Eiman

Category: Gear Talk

  • What Is Intonation On A Guitar?

    What Is Intonation On A Guitar?

    Proper intonation can make a bad guitar into a good one. And it can make a good guitar sound great.

  • Locking Tuners: Pros and Cons

    Locking Tuners: Pros and Cons

    Locking tuning keys can offer several benefits for your guitar, including better tuning stability, faster string changes, and the ability to easily loosen strings for maintenance. Are these benefits worth the hassle of modifying your guitar?

  • Do Pots Affect a Guitar’s Sound?

    Do Pots Affect a Guitar’s Sound?

    There is a lot of debate online about whether pots affect the tone of an electric guitar. Let’s explore the differences between resistance values, shaft types, lengths, and tolerances to help you select the right pots and optimize your guitar’s sound.

  • American Electric Guitars: Are They Better?

    American Electric Guitars: Are They Better?

    Let’s settle the debate: Are American electric guitars really better than those made in other countries? From quality control and components to enhanced wood stability, let’s see how American instruments compare with their imported counterparts.

  • Are G&L Guitars Good?

    Are G&L Guitars Good?

    Discover G&L guitars, offering the perfect balance of craftsmanship, custom features, and affordability. These instruments feature some of Leo Fender’s most innovative designs, including the Saddle-Lock Bridge, Dual-Fulcrum Vibrato, PTB system, and MFD pickups.