Guitar Care
Everything published on Viyolens under Guitar Care — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Epiphone J 200 for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Wondering if that huge, gorgeous Super Jumbo could really be your first guitar? Here's the honest, patient answer.
Cleaning Guitar Fretboard: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing the right fretboard cleaning products prevents damage and maintains your guitar's playability. This buying guide compares oils, cleaners, and tools, matching them to your fretboard material.
How to Set Up and Use 12 String Guitar
A 12 string guitar's doubled strings create extra tension. Here's how to set it up so it plays cleanly and sounds its best.
Cleaning Guitar Fretboard for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Cleaning guitar fretboard is simpler than you think. This beginner guide shows you the easy method, budget-friendly options, and how to avoid costly mistakes.
Common Gibson Acoustic Guitar Mistakes to Avoid
The mistakes I see again and again from behind the counter: buying the name not the body shape, skipping structural checks, and ignoring humidity.
Polishing A Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Choosing the right products for polishing a guitar protects your investment and keeps it looking pristine. This buying guide shows you what specifications matter, price tiers, and how to avoid common...
The Complete Guide to Polishing A Guitar
Polishing a guitar maintains its appearance and protects the finish from oxidation and damage. Follow simple techniques to keep your instrument looking beautiful.
12 String Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying a 12 string guitar means understanding neck strength, action setup and tuning preferences. Here's what actually matters when you're shopping—and what doesn't.
Guitar Double Stand for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A guitar double stand removes practice friction for beginners. This guide explains why accessibility matters, what features ensure stability, common mistakes, and how a simple stand genuinely accelera...
Guitar Strings Cleaner for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Dirty strings lose their tone and die prematurely. A guitar strings cleaner is an affordable way to extend string life and keep your guitar sounding fresh.
Guitar Fretboard Cleaner: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Not all guitar fretboard cleaners are created equal. Discover which products are safe for your fretboard material and deliver real results.
Yamaha F310 for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A calm, step-by-step introduction to your first Yamaha F310 — getting to know the guitar, setting up for your first practice session, and answers to the questions every beginner asks.
Prs Guitar Strap for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A quality PRS guitar strap improves comfort, security, and appearance. This beginner's guide explains strap features, materials, and how to find the perfect fit for your playing.
Polishing A Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Discover how to confidently polish your guitar for the first time—the products you need, the simple process, and how to avoid common beginner mistakes.
Nylon String Guitar Strings for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Nylon strings are far more forgiving than the packet makes them look. Here's the beginner's version: what to buy, and why the first week sounds a bit odd.
The Complete Guide to Acoustic Guitar Metal Strings
Acoustic guitar metal strings determine your tone, projection and playability. Learn the differences between bronze varieties, gauges and maintenance best practices.
Guitar Neck for Beginners: A Complete Guide
You don't need to memorise scale lengths to start playing. Here's the beginner-friendly version.
Common Les Paul Guitar Mistakes to Avoid
Les Paul mistakes happen to everyone, but most are avoidable. Here are the eight pitfalls people fall into most often, and exactly how to dodge each one.
The Complete Guide to Guitar Neck Truss Rod
A guitar neck truss rod counteracts string tension to keep your neck straight. Understand how to maintain it for peak performance.
Everything You Need to Know About Prs Fretboard Conditioner
Fretboard conditioning keeps your guitar's neck nourished and protected. This guide covers types, application and best practices for fretboard maintenance.
Guitar Setup Tools for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Intimidated by guitar setup? You don't need to be. This beginner's guide shows you which tools you actually need, how to start with confidence, and when to ask for professional help.
Guitar Cleaning Kit Explained: Features, Types and Tips
A guitar cleaning kit keeps your instrument's finish, fretboard and strings in good condition. Here is what each product does and when to use it.
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12 String Guitar
Choose a 12 string guitar for bright, ringing texture, rich chords and standout acoustic colour in studio or live settin...
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Baritone Guitar
Baritone guitars offer a deeper tuning range, longer scale and powerful low-end tone for specialist rhythm and lead work...
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Gibson Acoustic Guitar
The gibson acoustic guitar delivers warm, responsive tone with the heritage and presence many musicians look for.
Gibson Explorer
The gibson explorer combines bold styling with powerful electric tone for rock and metal players.
Gibson J45
The Gibson J-45 is a versatile acoustic with a warm, balanced voice that suits songwriting, gigging and studio work.
Les Paul Guitar
Classic solid-body electrics with rich sustain, powerful tone and broad appeal for stage and studio work.
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Parlour Guitar
Small-bodied acoustics with focused tone, strong midrange and a comfortable feel for fingerstyle, blues and songwriting.
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Yamaha F310
The Yamaha F310 is a popular beginner acoustic with a comfortable feel and reliable everyday performance.