Make your guitar scream like an elephant, meow like a cat, or sound like a seagull. Imitate a sitar, a cello or a racecar. This book includes a wide variety of special guitar tricks described in detail with exact effects settings and photographs. Also included are sections on the physics of sound and the functions of common effects pedals.

Make your guitar scream like an elephant, meow like a cat, or sound like a seagull. Imitate a sitar, a cello or a racecar. This book includes a wide variety of special guitar tricks described in detail with exact effects settings and photographs. Also included are sections on the physics of sound and the functions of common effects pedals. A CD demonstrating all the sounds is available.

Learn what every guitarist needs to know about caring for his or her instrument. This 48-page book covers the proper way of changing a string, setting the action, reslotting the nut, proper tuning techniques, maintaining the finish, adjusting the neck and much more. Loads of photographs make the instructions easy to follow. A book every guitarist should own.

How do your favorite guitarists get their sounds? Learn the setup secrets of the masters and find your own great sound with this manual for serious guitarists. Read about guitars, amplifiers and effects units and how to make your own gear work its best. Each effect is covered in depth, and a special section details the setups of the masters, suggesting ways to recreate their sounds with basic effects available anywhere. A special section on the physics of sound is included. This is a must for every electric guitarist. A CD is available demonstrating all the guitars, amps, effects and master guitarists' setups.

Make your guitar scream like an elephant, meow like a cat, or sound like a seagull. Imitate a sitar, a cello or a racecar. This book includes a wide variety of special guitar tricks described in detail with exact effects settings and photographs. Also included are sections on the physics of sound and the functions of common effects pedals.

This book teaches the essentials of being a great session guitarist and also shows how to set up and use a home recording studio. Be prepared when you get that call for a session gig---know what to bring to the studio and what will be expected of you when you get there. Plus, learn to fill the bill from your very own customized home studio. This book is a must-read for any guitarist serious about doing studio work. 96 pages.

How do your favorite guitarists get their sounds? Learn the setup secrets of the masters and find your own great sound with this manual for serious guitarists. Read about guitars, amplifiers and effects units and how to make your own gear work its best. Each effect is covered in depth, and a special section details the setups of the masters, suggesting ways to recreate their sounds with basic effects available anywhere. A special section on the physics of sound is included. This is a must for every electric guitarist. A CD is available demonstrating all the guitars, amps, effects and master guitarists' setups.