Guitar Setup
Everything published on Viyolens under Guitar Setup — reviews, buying advice and how-tos written for players and producers in the UK.
Truss Rod: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Whether you are replacing a damaged rod or choosing a guitar, here is what actually matters when a truss rod becomes a buying decision.
Fender Hot Rod for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Starting your guitar journey with a Fender hot rod gives you immediate access to legendary Fender quality without overwhelming complexity. This guide walks you through exactly how to get started.
The Complete Guide to Cleaning Frets On Guitar
Cleaning frets on guitar maintains playability and prevents corrosion. This practical guide covers proper techniques, materials, and frequency for keeping frets in pristine condition.
Guitars Market: A Complete Buyer's Guide
No hype, just the checklist a shop regular would actually use — specs worth caring about, new vs used, and what a guitar really costs once you add it all up.
Fender Player Stratocaster: A Complete Buyer's Guide
This buying guide walks you through every detail to check before buying a Fender Player Stratocaster—from neck condition to electronics to playability setup.
Common Guitar Capo Mistakes to Avoid
Most capo frustration comes from a handful of avoidable mistakes: clamping too hard, poor placement, or incompatibility with your guitar's neck. Here's what to avoid.
Volume Knobs for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Volume knobs are robust and forgiving. This guide walks you through the essentials and shows you how to get the most from them.
Guitar Tuners Explained: Features, Types and Tips
Guitar tuners detect pitch and compare it to the target frequency — this guide covers clip-on, pedal and strobe types and which is right for your situation.
How to Tune Bass Guitar
Tuning a bass is easy once you know how — and it's the best habit a player can build. Standard tuning, using a tuner, tuning by ear, new strings and drop tunings, made simple.
Common Epiphone Les Paul Mistakes to Avoid
Most frustration with these guitars traces back to a handful of avoidable errors. Here's what to watch for and how to fix each one.
Casio Guitar Dg 20 for Beginners: A Complete Guide
The Casio Guitar DG-20 is one of the most beginner-friendly electric guitars available. With built-in sounds and a lightweight design, it removes barriers that stop new players from starting. This gui...
Common Cort Mistakes to Avoid
The avoidable mistakes I see most often, and how to sidestep every single one before you order anything.
Fender Electric Guitar: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A guide to finding the right electric guitar for your playing style, with honest advice on models, price levels and what actually matters when choosing.
The Complete Guide to Electric Guitar And Amplifier
The combination of electric guitar and amplifier defines your tone. Discover how to match guitar character to amp type, and explore classic pairings that shaped modern rock.
Epiphone Lp Junior for Beginners: A Complete Guide
The Epiphone LP Junior is a proper guitar that doesn't compromise on essentials. This beginner's guide covers setup, common worries, and how to build confidence.
How to Set Up and Use Bass Guitar
The Complete Guide to Guitar String Action Gauge
A guitar string action gauge represents an essential tool for serious players and luthiers seeking precise measurement of string height above the fingerboard.
Firebird Studio for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Intimidated by the Firebird Studio's bold looks? Don't be. This semi-hollow body guitar is actually forgiving to learn on and sounds professional from day one.
Telecaster Baritone for Beginners: A Complete Guide
Curious about Telecaster Baritones? Our beginner's guide explains whether baritone guitars suit new players, what to expect learning, and how to start successfully.
Blue Guitar for Beginners: A Complete Guide
A blue guitar is a perfectly good place to start — if you know what's underneath the finish. Here's what every beginner should understand before buying.
The Best King V Jacksons for the Money
There's no single "best" King V — just the tier that matches how you actually play. Here's where the real value sits at each level.
Acoustic and Electric: A Complete Buyer's Guide
A bigger decision than the label suggests. Here's the honest, unhurried version of what to actually consider before you buy either type.
Common Guitar Bridge Mistakes to Avoid
Most guitar bridge problems aren't the hardware failing — they're small habits that quietly cause bigger ones. Here's what to fix first.
Guitar Pink: A Complete Buyer's Guide
Buying one is exactly like buying any other guitar, with one extra decision tacked on at the end — here's what to actually check first.
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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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