The Revolution of Electric Guitars Written by Kathy Unruh
Sometime during 1930's electric guitars were introduced onto music scene, which began a revolution in sound and technology that continues to this day. After Rock and Roll was born in 1950's, it didn't take very long for electric guitars to grow in popularity and become one of most coveted instruments of all time. Things really began to take off when Beatles turned world on its ear in 1964 by "invading America". Soon to follow were groups like Rolling Stones, Cream, and The Jimi Hendrix Experience. Music was forever changed and today electric guitars dominate scene. Originally these guitars were made with only a single pick-up. Now they usually come with two or three, thus creating a more versatile instrument. One is placed near bridge, other toward base of neck, and a middle, or third, is often added between other two. Having these additional pickups provides guitarist with more options for producing various dimensions of tonal quality. They can be used independently or in combination with each other and adjusted to achieve just right volume or effect for either lead or rhythm guitar playing. Pickups are strategically set on electric guitars in order to "pickup" and produce best sound. There are generally two basic types of electric guitar: hollow-bodied and solid-bodied. Hollow-bodied guitars are often used by Jazz enthusiasts. Rock guitarists tend to prefer solid-bodied guitars overall. If you are in market for an electric guitar there are a few things you should keep in mind. First of all, take into consideration kind of music you want to play. Are you looking for a smooth, mellow sound, or do you prefer more of a raunchy sound with an edge? If former is true, then you'll gravitate toward hollow-bodied guitars; if later, then solid-bodied is your best bet. Now, you could compromise and go for a "semi-solid" electric guitar, which combines characteristics of both. These have a solid center block which creates sustain of a solid body along with "f" hole design which allows for acoustic quality too.
| | Do You Know Anything About Stream Trout?Written by Ken Austin
The term stream trout is actually a term used to encompass any of stream trout. Brown trout, rainbow trout, and brook trout are all called stream trout because they like running waters. But, stream trout do not have to be found in streams. This sounds strange but it's quite simple. By putting stream trout species into lakes, fish can grow larger and offer more to fisherman. And, in many cases, that is just what fisheries do. Stream trout fishing on other hand is a term used for fishermen who enjoy stream fishing as opposed to lake. In stream trout fishing, fishermen are still catching trout (brown trout, rainbow trout, and brook trout). There are many areas of country that this is considered one of best forms of trout fishing. Many use fly fishing as their method of choice. Anglers know there way is great just as well. Regardless, stream trout offer some of best fishing experiences you will encounter.
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