What on earth is the appeal of a single-pickup guitar and how can it help you to hone your modding skills? Dave Burrluck goes in search of a giggable ‘Junior’…

This month Alex Bishop gets forensic on lowering action, and explains how to get the best playability from your guitar

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The former Oceansize and long-time Biffy Clyro touring guitarist on his love of off-the-beaten-path six-strings, his disdain for acoustics, and why Japanese Squiers are the best bargain around

Understanding the construction of the ropes used for your running rigging will help you knot, splice and care for them better

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