The first ever hands-on how-to manual devoted to the famous Gibson Les Paul is now updated with the latest models and guitar-tech advice.Along with the Fender Stratocaster, the Gibson Les Paul is without doubt the most iconic electric guitar ever made, beloved and sought after by guitarists everywhe[...]

The modern drum-kit has come a long way in the 110 years that have elapsed since it evolved in around 1901 in the bars and brothels of New Orleans - but the principles remain the same. This title deals with this topic.[...]

This is the first hands-on how-to manual devoted to all electric guitars. This guidebook shows owners and dreamers the basics of selecting and buying electric guitars; maintenance and repairs such as tuning, setting intonation, fret repairs, bridge and nut adjustments, troubleshooting; spur-of-the-m[...]

Most guitar players learn the basics on an economy guitar and there has never been a better time to find a bargain, with working instruments available for as little as GBP100. With some essential tweaks, good strings and careful setting up, it's possible to hone a budget guitar into a professional i[...]

This all-colour, fully illustrated practical book brings the unique Haynes 'Build Your Own' approach to a new audience. Comprehensive step-by-step procedures show both novice and experienced guitarists how to build their very own unique, high-spec custom S-type instrument, tailor-made for their need[...]

Originally introduced in 1950 as the Broadcaster, the Telecaster was the first production electric guitar. This manual covers the Telecaster, explaining how to maintain it, set it up to get the best sound, and repair it when things go wrong or damage occurs.[...]

Most rock and pop guitarists begin their playing on an acoustic guitar, and the advent of MTV's "Unplugged" and improvements in acoustic amplification mean this once poor relation has returned to centre stage - although, of course, the acoustic guitar has always reigned supreme in classical, flamenc[...]