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Does Playing Guitar Burn Any Calories?

September 16, 2022 by Ramiro Somosierra

Picture the following case. 

You’re playing guitar, learning your favorite songs to impress the girl you like. Cool, most musicians get into music because of that, did you know it? 

Anyway, your mother enters your room and takes the instrument …

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Do Shipping Companies Insure Guitars?

July 20, 2022 by Ramiro Somosierra

Whether you are buying or selling a guitar remotely, it is usually a good idea to inquire about sufficient insurance in case something goes wrong. 

While a nominal value may be insured with the shipping cost it is unlikely that …

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Do All Guitar Stores Accept Trade-Ins?

November 21, 2022July 20, 2022 by Ramiro Somosierra

Out with the old, in with the new. A lot of us are on a tight budget and have a limited amount of space when it comes to new gear. So “recycling” old stuff that hasn’t been getting a lot …

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Can You Sell Your Guitar at Guitar Center?

November 21, 2022July 20, 2022 by Ramiro Somosierra

Shopping can be fun but sometimes you can accumulate too much music gear. There, I said it. A person can have too many guitars. 

When it’s time to clear some space at your home there are a lot of …

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Best Shipping Companies for a Guitar

November 21, 2022July 20, 2022 by Ramiro Somosierra

Online shopping is everywhere these days and along with it come shipping headaches. If you have ever shipped a guitar then you know it is a big deal. 

After all the work that you put into packaging it securely, who …

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Are Guitar Forums Legit for Selling Your Guitar?

November 21, 2022July 20, 2022 by Ramiro Somosierra

If it’s time to get rid of some gear, there are a ton of reasons for wanting to avoid the mainstream music shops and websites for e-commerce. 

Unless you are a very lucky or smart shopper, chances are you won’t …

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How to Sell Your Guitar Online Fast? [5 Tips]

November 21, 2022July 20, 2022 by Ramiro Somosierra

Unfortunately, there are times when you need to get rid of things fast. 

Usually, it is a matter of needing some quick cash. But for those who rent their homes or live with housemates, living situations can change quickly, and …

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How to Know How Much to Sell a Guitar For?

November 21, 2022July 20, 2022 by Ramiro Somosierra

When you want to sell a guitar it’s time to do some research. Not only will it help to ensure that you get a fair price but it will probably prompt you to learn more about the instrument yourself. 

For …

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Does Guitar Center Pay Well for Used Gear?

November 21, 2022July 20, 2022 by Ramiro Somosierra

With all of the options available to us for selling gear these days, selling to a store like Guitar Center may seem outdated or even lazy. But it has its uses especially when time is more urgent than getting maximum …

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Should You List the Serial Number of a Guitar for Sale?

November 21, 2022July 20, 2022 by Ramiro Somosierra

If you have spent a lot of time browsing listings for used instruments you have probably come across photos of guitars that have the serial number blocked out. 

And it seems like a shady business practice to a lot of …

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