What is an "Active" Pickup System? When talking about acoustic pickups, an "active system" means it's powered by an internal battery. This is technically called a preamp. Preamps are simply small powered circuits designed to make the pickup signal sound better before it leaves the guitar. A preamp adds frequency equalization (EQ) to … [Read more...] about Acoustic Pickup Systems
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Keep Calm & Carry It On
We all know that guitar cases won't fit in the carry-on box thing that measures your bag at the airport. But the need is over to carefully find a perfectly nice, well meaning airline person at the counter to beg and plead your case (pun intended) so as to not require checking your beloved instrument as luggage. A law that was passed in 2012 … [Read more...] about Keep Calm & Carry It On
Proper Guitar Care & Humidity
If you want your guitar to function at its best, always remember: Stability is the key. A good case and a humidifier will help keep your instrument more stable. When not being played, your guitar should be in its case with the humidifier, unless you keep your instruments in a climate-controlled room. Climate fluctuations are hard on guitars, and … [Read more...] about Proper Guitar Care & Humidity
