As work continues, we get to hear the guitar for the first time in months

With bridge plate removed and back and sides cleaned up, it’s time to tackle the top

AN ESSENTIAL TECHNIQUE all electric guitarists should strive to master is the art of string bending, which can be used to create personally expressive, vocal-like sounds in unique ways. String bending

Michael Watts explores solutions to the challenge of amplifying acoustic guitars over the decades – are we nearly there yet?

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In the first of a new series Mike Trussell looks at the details of fishing that can give you an advantage and ‘the edge’ to boost your hook-ups and maximise your catches. This month: hook patterns and points