by Gibson Staff | Aug 8, 2024 | Gear, Learn
Understanding the different uses of guitar capos and how to place them No matter how long you’ve been playing the guitar, there’s a good chance you have a capo lying around. Whether it came with your starter guitar set or was a stocking stuffer last Christmas,...
by Gibson Staff | Aug 7, 2024 | Gear, Learn
Clamp, toggle, and partial capos form the bedrock of capo designs Whether you’re a beginner guitarist or a pro, you’re likely familiar with the capo. This guitar accessory is the perfect size to throw in your gig bag, hard case, or even your pocket, bringing it...
by Gibson Staff | Aug 6, 2024 | Gear, Learn
How to use a capo to play along with your favorite songs At the beginning of your guitar journey, there’s a classic checklist of things you need to learn. How to tune your guitar. How to hold a pick. How to put on a fresh set of strings. One must-know piece of...
by Shane Sanders | Aug 5, 2024 | Learn, Video
Strap on your Gibson SG and learn how to play one of the most iconic guitar solos of all time courtesy of the Gibson App “Back in Black,” the title track of AC/DC’s 1980 album, is a rock anthem that resonates with fans worldwide. The song, a tribute...
by Shane Sanders | Aug 2, 2024 | Learn, Video
Learn a warm-up exercise and explore the use of chromatic notes to produce color in musical passages In this Gibson App video, you’ll learn a useful beginner fretting exercise on the high E string that utilizes the open note E and then fretted notes F, F♯, and G. This...
by Shane Sanders | Jul 31, 2024 | Learn, Video
Join Celisse as she continues a new Gibson App songwriting lesson series and guides you step-by-step through more advanced concepts Are you eager to add dynamics and catchy rhythms to your playing? Let Celisse guide you through her distinctive method of weaving rhythm...
