Squier (by Fender) Affinity Jazz (the “J”) Bass Review – getting started with an inexpensive bass that actually plays great

Squier Affinity J (Jazz) Bass long-term review Originally posted March 2006… A few edits here and there, but mostly the original review for this repost Every guitar player should try playing bass. It’s a blast, and can really teach you Read more

Ibanez AF-75D/AF-75 Review – a long-term impression from someone who still plays it 6 years later

I wrote this review the first time in March of 2006. I still love my AF-75D and still play it. It has been a wonderful instrument for recording and composing. A few years ago, I changed the pickups to Seymour Read more

Gibson Les Paul Studio Baritone Review – an owner’s view on a great guitar

Gibson Les Paul Studio Baritone 2011 Limited Edition in-depth review – from an owner’s perspective Honey Burst Gibson Les Paul Studio with punch and bottom… Well-made, easy to play, and truly a phenomenal instrument… You don’t have to play metal Read more

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Ibanez AW-40 Artwood 40 Acoustic Solid-Top Guitar Review – from an owner’s point of view

I originally posted this on February 16, 2006. I still love these. I’ve since found another one (used)… Shipped from store to my home. I’m loving it. Doing some recording, looking to see if the intonation is any better on Read more