Know How

Classical Guitar Knowledge

In this section you will find professional tips on all things guitar.

Know How

Classical Guitar Knowledge
In this section you will find professional tips on all things guitar.
Die Gitarre wie wir sie kennen, ist aus dem 19. Jahrhundert. Know-How_Geschichte_der_Gitarre_800x560Px.jpg
History of the guitar
How the guitar evolved into the instrument we know today.
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What is a "Spanish heel joint"?
Thanks to its origins in the country of Spain, the neck-body connection on a classical guitar is referred to as „Spanish"…
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The correct string action
How high should the strings be above the fretboard? Does the action always remain the same? How can it change? Some factors and more…
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How to keep your guitar in good shape
There are plenty of mistakes to be made when caring for your guitar, so here is a basic set of tips to keep your instrument in proper shape.
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What is a 12-hole tie block good for?
On high-quality classical guitars you can find 12-hole tie blocks. How do they differ from 6-hole tie blocks? Here’s the answer.
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Spruce top or cedar top – what's the difference?
The top of a classical guitar has a huge influence on its sound and quality. When different woods are used for the top, the whole guitar sounds…
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What is the best way to learn how to play the guitar?
What is the best way to learn how to play the guitar? Are expensive music lessons worth it? How can you learn classical guitar on your own? What kind of advantages do private teachers offer? Question after question… here are some answers.
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When should I change my guitar strings?
We will give you some advice and tell you about the string basics.
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How to store my guitar
Where should I store my guitar? In a stand, in a case/bag or hanging on the wall? We will give you some advice.
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How deep should the saddle notches be filed?
Is your string action set correctly at the first few frets? Are you getting a buzzing sounds while fingering there? Here’s how to tell:
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