Check out the video below to find out what does what on your shiny new axe...
Parts of an electric guitar
What's the difference, anyway? Find out here!
Types of electric guitar
Sounds all wrong? Get in tune here...
How to tune your guitar
Snapped a string? Fear not! Here's how to get it fixed...
How to re-string an electric guitar
What are these things, and what the hell do they do?
Types of guitar bridge
Everything you're going to need to look after your guitar
Essential accessories
What are those stange devices for? Here's the answer...
How to use a capo
Why are there so many different types of plectrum, and why aren't they all the same?
Plectrums explained
How to keep your guitar safe and sound when you're standing up and rocking out
Straps and strap locks
Got a dirty neck? Here's how to safely clean it and nourish the wood
Cleaning a rosewood fingerboard
Unsure what type of noisy black box you need? Find out what's what here...
Types of amplifier
Not sure how to get any noise out of your new gear? Learn how here!
Connecting a guitar to an amplifier
All those knobs and switches can be baffling - but it's easier than it looks, we promise!
Amplifier controls explained
From clean to classic rock, here's how to get the sound you're after
Achieving basic guitar tones
Find out how those strange little boxes effect your sound
Effects pedals explained