What a Guitar Setup Includes and Why It Matters
A guitar setup is a full adjustment of playability — neck, nut, action, intonation, pickups, and more. Here's what's included, why the order matters, and what it costs at Paul's...
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Squier vs. Fender: What You Actually Get for the Price Difference
Squier is made by Fender. The shapes are the same. Here's what you actually get for the price difference — and which one makes sense depending on where you are...
How to Know If a Guitar Is Worth Repairing
Not every guitar is worth repairing. Here's how to think through the repair-to-value ratio — and when the right call is to put that money toward a better guitar instead.
When to Take Your Guitar to a Tech vs. Fix It Yourself
Some guitar problems are safe to fix yourself. Others aren't. Here's what players can handle and when it's time to take it to a tech.
How to Know If a Guitar Needs a Fret Level
Buzz at specific frets, notes that die on bends, or a setup that never quite fixed it — here's how to tell if your guitar needs a fret level and...
The Adirondack Guitar Player's Seasonal Maintenance Checklist
A seasonal guitar maintenance checklist built specifically for Adirondack players. What to do in fall, winter, spring, and summer to keep your guitar playing well through the region's climate extremes.