Guitar Setup
Everything published on Viyolens under Guitar Setup — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Guitar Neck: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Get the neck right and everything else about a guitar feels easier. Here's what to check, in the order it matters.
Common P90 Pickups Mistakes to Avoid
From mounting the pickup too high to expecting hum-free performance, the most common P90 pickup mistakes are easy to avoid once you understand what the format actually requires.
King V Jackson for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Considering a V-shaped metal guitar as your first? Here's the honest, no-jargon version of what actually matters when you're starting out.
The Ultimate Guide to Bridge Neck
Bridge and neck work together to set action, intonation and playability. Understanding their relationship helps you diagnose problems and make informed adjustments.
Record King Guitars: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Record King guitars offer budget-friendly acoustic options for learners and enthusiasts. This buying guide explains their construction, which models work best, and how to evaluate whether a Record Kin...
Jazzmaster Baritone for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Starting with a jazzmaster baritone can feel daunting, but this guide walks you through everything a nervous first-timer needs to know—from setup to first chords.
Music Rest for Beginners: A Complete Guide
If you've just started playing guitar, a music rest is one of the most practical tools you can invest in. This guide walks you through everything a beginner needs to know about choosing, setting up, a...
Gibson Guitars: A Complete Buyer's Guide
The brand name on the headstock tells you almost nothing on its own. Here's what to actually check before buying a Gibson, in the order to check it.
Fretboard Conditioner: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Not all fretboard conditioners are equal. Discover what separates effective conditioning from marketing hype, and how to keep your fretboard healthy.
Full Size Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A full size guitar represents the standard instrument size, and this guide demystifies the learning process. Learn proper setup, holding technique, essential skills, and avoid common beginner pitfalls...
Esp 7 String Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
If you're thinking about picking up an ESP 7 string guitar as your first extended-range instrument, take a breath—you're embarking on an exciting journey that doesn't need to be overwhelming.
Guitar Pickups Humbucker for Beginners: A Complete Guide
If someone's mentioned humbuckers and you're not sure what they are, this guide explains everything a beginner actually needs to know — clearly, without the gear-geek jargon.
First Electric Guitars for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Don't let fear or confusion stop you from starting guitar. This beginner's guide walks you through choosing your first electric guitar without breaking the bank or making costly mistakes.
Schecter Telecaster for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A beginner's guide to the Schecter Telecaster covering first impressions, electronics, tone development, common adjustments, and building connection with your instrument.
Common Jackson Guitars Mistakes to Avoid
Common Fender Stratocaster Mistakes to Avoid
Most Stratocaster players make the same avoidable mistakes around setup, tone control, and pickup selection. Fixing them makes a significant difference to sound and playability.
Tanglewood: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A plain-spoken guide to buying Tanglewood guitars: what to check, which spec actually matters, and how to match a range to your budget.
Voice Guitar Pedal for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Voice guitar pedals add vocal-like effects to your tone—chorus, reverb, harmoniser—using straightforward controls. This beginner guide explains what effects do, provides simple starting points, and ad...
Instrument Cable for Beginners: A Complete Guide
An instrument cable is the first piece of kit a new guitarist needs alongside the instrument and amp. Here's everything you need to know.
Guitar Knobs for Beginners: A Complete Guide
The controls on your electric guitar do more than you think — here is a clear, no-jargon explanation of what each knob does and how to use it.
Guitar Strap for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Nobody tells beginners the basics about guitar straps — here's what you actually need to know to get set up comfortably from the start.
Common Bridge Neck Mistakes to Avoid
Most guitar playability problems start at the bridge or neck. These are the mistakes that come up most often and how to avoid making them.
Truss Rod for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A plain-English introduction to what the neck's adjustable rod does, when it matters and how to approach it as a beginner.
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Acoustic Guitar
An acoustic guitar is a versatile steel-string instrument for strumming, fingerstyle, songwriting and live performance.
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Electric Guitar
A versatile amplified instrument for rhythm, lead and genre-spanning performance, from clean tones to high-gain sounds.
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ESP
High-performance electric guitars with fast playability, strong output and a bold look suited to rock and metal.
Fender Stratocaster
The fender stratocaster is a versatile electric guitar known for bright tones, comfort and wide genre appeal.
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Gibson Sg
The Gibson SG is a lightweight, high-output electric guitar with fast playability and bold stage appeal.
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Guitar Tuners
Reliable tuning hardware for acoustic, electric and bass guitars, with options for upgrades, replacements and classic re...
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Les Paul
Iconic solid-body electrics known for sustain, thick tone and a classic rock and blues feel.
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Telecaster
The Telecaster delivers bright tone, simple controls and reliable versatility for stage, studio and rehearsal.
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