One of the biggest differences between playing acoustic and electric guitar is the force required to bend the strings. A typical medium steel-string set starts at gauge .013, compared to .010 for an ...

Bending with precision: Spiritbox’s Mike Stringer demonstrates how syncopated bends can add rhythmic complexity and character to metal riffs. Mastering 8-string range: A comprehensive guide explores ...

“Okay, so I’m not an idiot, I’ve worked out what string bending involves, but, tell me, why bother?” Well, those pesky frets can make things sound a bit lumpy sometimes as there’s a defi nite point ...