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How to Make Your Electric Guitar Play Great!

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How to Make Your Electric Guitar Play Great! by Dan Erlewine is a comprehensive guide for guitar enthusiasts keen on enhancing their instrument's playability. The book delves into practical tips and techniques for adjusting and maintaining electric guitars, making it an invaluable resource for both novices and seasoned players aiming for optimum performance. Through detailed instructions and illustrations, Erlewine offers insights on setups and customisations to elevate your guitar-playing experience.
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You might enjoy this book if you're an electric guitar enthusiast looking to improve your instrument's playability. It's perfect for musicians who love hands-on projects and want to learn maintenance and setup tips from an expert in the field. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, this guide has practical advice that could enhance your guitar playing experience.

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HOW TO MAKE YOUR ELECTRIC GUITAR PLAY GREAT REVISED SECOND EDITION AUDIO ONLINE

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This is a new edition with instructional DVD! Reorganised, and now covering bass guitars, this is a must-have book for anyone who owns an electric guitar, from beginner to pro.

From shopping for a first electric guitar to setting customised action, this do-it-yourself primer for owning and maintaining an electric guitar explains the ins and outs of choosing the right guitar; cleaning, tools, and basic maintenance; personalising and improving on a 'factory setup'; troubleshooting; basic guitar electronics; choosing and installing replacement pickups, pots, switches, and capacitors; setups of the pros; and much more.

This new edition is overhauled from top to bottom and re-organised to make it easy for the reader to make his electric guitar sound and play great. This edition also covers bass guitars.

As the author of Guitar Player's popular "Repairs" column, Dan Erlewine has shown thousands of guitar owners how to keep their instruments in top condition.

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How to Make Your Electric Guitar Play Great! by Dan Erlewine is widely praised for its practical advice and clear, easy-to-follow instructions. Many reviewers appreciate Erlewine's expertise and the comprehensive nature of the book, which is deemed invaluable for both beginners and seasoned guitarists seeking to enhance their instrument's playability. The inclusion of detailed illustrations and step-by-step guides receives positive feedback for making complex concepts accessible.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780879309985

Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 July 2012

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Backbeat Books

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 274.0mm

Weight: 440g

Pages: 144

About the Author

As the author of Guitar Player's popular β€œRepairs” column, Dan Erlewine has shown thousands of guitar owners how to keep their instruments in top condition.

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