The world of guitar strings can be a really confusing business, everything from picking which brand you should buy to the gauge and which types of strings are best for the genre of music you're going to be playing or your specific instrument (bass guitar is different to electric which is different to acoustic). Some guitar strings may even break your instrument so it is important to get the right set. Our online resource is designed to take you through all of the difficult steps of finding, buying and using guitar strings, as well as guides on how to restring your instrument. more info >>

A set of strings is one of the most important contributors to the overall tone of your acoustic guitar. As such, it is important to choose a set that matches well with your instrument. Our guide breaks down the components of a guitar string and teaches you what to look for when choosing a set of strings. We teach you the difference between string gauges, the difference between coated and uncoated strings, the tonal differences between different string materials including nylon, bronze, phosphor-bronze, silk and steel, and we even teach you how to string your guitar. We also provide recommendations for some of our favorite strings, as well as show off some options for more unique sounding strings. We make finding a set of strings easy! more info >>

The difference that a good guitar cable can make in the overall sound of your gear is quite profound. Pairing a nice guitar and amplifier with a poor quality cable can have major drawbacks. A poor guitar cable will generate noise, distort your signal and even block certain frequencies altogether, resulting in a duller tone. Fortunately it's easy to avoid this by selecting the correct cable. We teach you about the differences in materials and other cable options, as well as provide reviews. We even provide tutorials on how to build your own! We make finding the right guitar cable easy! more info >>

Amati has thousands of musical instruments for sale online, through auction or retail. Over 600 violin dealerships, makers and auction houses all list their instruments for musicians to search through. Amati also has the largest written archive of musical instruments, bringing decades of experience within the business to musicians and collectors so they can make informed choices on their purchases. We hold our own auctions regularly throughout the year, and instruments are available to try and purchase through our online auctions. If you are looking for free instrument valuations, we also provide a valuation of your instrument free of charge. more info >>

This page is a great resource for anyone looking to learn about 7 string guitars. These guitars are unique in that they add one additional string compared to the standard 6 string guitar, and the additional string can either be added to the low range or high range of the 7 string guitar. This page includes background information on seven string guitars and information about some notable players such as Steve Vai and George Van Eps who made this type of guitar famous. Perhaps most importantly, this page includes a helpful chart that lists Amazon's top selling and top rated 7 string guitars. The chart includes information that compares price, ratings, user reviews, and guitar specs. more info >>