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Tech tips: How to control Humidity for Your Guitar
At this time of year, with shifting temperatures, we can often find issues with our guitars that feel like you need a trip to the guitar tech. However, a lot of these issues can be resolved with humidity control. Whether you own a vintage acoustic masterpiece or a modern electric guitar, proper humidity control is essential to ensure its longevity and maintain play-ability. Humidity levels can significantly affect the condition of your guitar. Wood is a primary component of most guitars, and it is highly responsive to changes in humidity. When the air is too dry, the wood can shrink...
Back to School: Essential Tips for Guitar Players
As the summer holidays come to a close, it's time for guitar players to put down their beach towels and pick up their guitars as they head back to school. Balancing academic responsibilities with musical pursuits can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can continue to excel in both areas. Here are some essential tips for guitar players returning to school, and for newcomers who are picking up their instruments for the first time. Create a Schedule: Balancing school work and guitar playing isn't always easy, but some kind of routine will certainly help. You can create a daily or...
Frozen Frets - 3 tips to save your guitar this winter
Winter can be a tough time for musicians, especially when it comes to maintaining your instruments. Cold, dry air can wreak havoc on your guitar, causing the wood to shrink and the strings to lose their tension. But don't worry, there are several steps you can take to keep your guitar in top shape during the winter months. 1 - Keep them in a stable environment it's important to keep your guitar in a place that's neither too hot or too cold. Avoid leaving your guitar in a cold car or unheated room, as sudden temperature changes can damage the...
The Brand new Mondo Jr
Hot on the heels of the release of the Mondo, We're happy to introduce it's younger sibling. The Mondo Jr. Inspired by the student guitar models of the 60's, with a single coil pickup in the bridge and a simplified control layout, it's our most affordable electric model to date at only £199. The Mondo Jr is a lightweight, compact electric with Snapdragon's patented folding mechanism. Made from Bamboo, Maple and Beech, the Mondo Jr is ready for any environment while the 24" scale neck feels and plays like your regular guitar. The locking machine heads and captive nut give great tuning...