Kyle Looser

Author: Kyle Looser

  • Fret Buzz – What is It and How to Fix It?

    Fret Buzz – What is It and How to Fix It?

    Fret buzz can completely ruin the experience you have with a guitar. While some fret buzz is certainly normal and generally accepted by players who prefer lower action: sometimes it’s too much not to address. Before making any assumptions, you should first check your technique. Are you picking, plucking, or strumming too hard? Are you…

  • Understanding Barre Chords: A Guide to Mastering the E and A Shapes

    Understanding Barre Chords: A Guide to Mastering the E and A Shapes

    Barre chords can present a huge barrier to the beginner guitarist. I often hear beginners blaming their anatomy (finger length, girth, etc.), but, truth be told, most guitarists have struggled with these grips at some point. Sure, some guitarists can pull these shapes off from the start, but chances are that their hand shape has…