Guitar Bodies

An “S-style” guitar refers to a design of electric guitar that is heavily influenced by the iconic Fender Stratocaster®. The term “S-style” is often used by guitar manufacturers to describe guitars that share key design features and aesthetics with the Stratocaster, but are made by different companies. This is a common practice in the guitar … Read more

In the world of guitar making, the choice of tonewood is pivotal in defining the instrument’s character. Among the many woods luthiers have utilized for building electric guitar bodies, ash is a popular choice for its unique blend of aesthetic appeal and sonic clarity. Renowned for its striking grain patterns, ash has been a highly … Read more

Tonewoods, the woods specifically chosen for the construction of musical instruments, are not just the skeleton of the guitar; they are the heart, shaping its sound, feel, and character. Among these, basswood has emerged as a notable, albeit sometimes controversial, choice in the world of electric guitar body construction. In the following article, we’re going … Read more

Electric guitars aren’t just about the sounds they produce, they’re also a testament to the delicate balance between aesthetics and player comfort. In the following article, we’re tuning into the world of electric guitar body shapes and ergonomics, an often overlooked aspect that harmonizes the instrument’s physical form with the guitarist’s need for comfort and … Read more

In the market for a new electric guitar? If so were you aware that the majority of electric guitars available today are comprised of multi-piece bodies, often 2-3 pieces, but in some cases 5 pieces or even more? Should that be something you take into account when buying a new guitar? Does this have any … Read more

Unlike electric guitars, which rely heavily on the guitar’s pickups and amplification, the acoustic guitar’s body shape plays a pivotal role in its sound production. In the following article, we’re going to take a closer look at just how the shape of the body influences aspects of sound production. We’ll also list the most common … Read more

The body of an electric guitar is almost as iconic as the music it produces. It’s the first thing that catches the eye, and for many musicians, is a reflection of their musical identity. Think Jimi Hendrix and his upside-down Stratocaster® or Steve Vai and the Ibanez Jem®, complete with monkey grip handle. In this … Read more

In today’s article, we’re going to discuss the science of wood and resonance and describe the different tonal qualities of a number of popular tonewoods. But first, if you are wondering does the wood your electric guitar is made from influence tone in any way? The answer is: Yes, the wood used in an electric … Read more