In this article, I want to share with you my personal impressions after literally trying every single Stratocaster pickup model that Musiclily offers. Before I go through the models one by one, let me say this upfront: the quality of...
1. The Telecaster Bridge Ground When you have a Telecaster bridge pickup with a metal baseplate underneath, whether copper or steel, there is no need for an additional ground wire. The bridge is already grounded through the mounting screws and...
When you buy a guitar and take it out of its box, it isn’t really set up to be played straight away. It's prepared to give a certain impression in the shop during a brief test. But that doesn’t mean...
Let's be clear: the MIM Fender Standard Jazz Bass is a killer platform. It has the look, the playability, and the vibe right out of the case. But if you're like me, you know it leaves significant tonal and mechanical...
Choosing the wrong set of tuning machines can leave you with a costly mistake and a headstock full of mismatched holes. The core of the problem lies in three common but different mounting layouts: Fender 2-Pin, Squier 2-Pin, and Squier 1-Pin. This definitive...
There's a line between a successful instrument upgrade and a pile of parts that don't fit. That line is precision. The scenario plays out constantly: a player orders a drop-in replacement bridge, tears apart their guitar, and discovers the string...
