GUITAR STRINGS
Having a great set of strings can really improve your tone, and it's good to always have a few extra to spare, especially if you're playing a gig. When recording, using a brand new set of strings is usually recommended. At PMT Online you can buy the best strings for your guitar, from all the major brands such as D'Addario, Ernie Ball, Martin, Elixir and others.
GUITAR TUNERS
Keeping your guitar in-tune is an essential daily routine for any guitarist. BOSS and Korg make some of the most popular kinds of chromatic tuner available today, but even budget clip-on tuners are very useful, so there's no excuse not to have one!
GUITAR INSTRUMENT CABLES
Using the best quality possible guitar cables is important to make sure your signal remains clear and hum-free, especially at gigs or when recording. Many brands such as Fender, Gibson and Orange make their own high-quality cable, whereas Klotz is a brand dedicated exclusively to cables. If you're on a budget, Black Rat and Stagg will offer you something affordable and of good quality.
GUITAR STRAPS
A guitar strap can tell a lot about what sort of guitarist you are - so choose carefully! From plain and simple straps to expensive leather models, there are as many different straps as there are lead guitarists' mood swings. Choose a great strap, and you might as well feel almost as attached to it as to your guitar!
GUITAR PICKS
Make sure to always have plenty of extra picks - if there's one thing guitarists hate is other players asking them for a spare plectrum! Dunlop makes the most popular guitar picks, available in many different designs and thickness. You can buy single picks or, for your convenience, buy in packs.
GUITAR HARD CASES AND GIG BAGS
Gigging musicians are advised to own hard cases for better protection, especially if they're used to touring often. Soft gig bags by brands such as Stagg and Black Rat are usually enough for those who just keep their guitar at home, but if you're on a budget and play gigs more or less regularly, a bag with strong padding may be a good, affordable "in-between" choice!
OTHER GUITAR ACCESSORIES & SPARE PARTS
Capos and guitar slides are two of the most popular "non-essential" accessories. Capos have been used by guitarists for decades, and primitive versions of it existed as far back as the 17th Century. Capos allow you to play in different keys while still using the chord positions you are more comfortable with. Songs such as Oasis' 'Wonderwall', The Eagles' 'Hotel California' or The Beatles' 'Here Comes The Sun' have used a capo.
You'll also find a great selection of stands and hangers for your instrument, pickups, strap locks, tuning machine heads and other parts that from time to time you may find yourself in need of.
Also, check out our range of Guitar Care products from brands like Jim Dunlop and Gibson that include suitable cloths and polish to keep your instrument looking fresh.
Bass Guitar FAQs
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How many strings are on a bass guitar?
Bass guitars usually have 4-strings. Some extended range bass guitars may have 5, 6, 7 or more strings, however these are specialised instruments.
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What is the best bass guitar for beginners?
The best bass guitar for a beginner will be something easy-to-play, comfortable, and inspiring. Check out our Bass Guitar Buying Guide for more information.
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What is a decent inexpensive bass guitar?
Some of the best inexpensive bass guitars are made by Squier, who offer iconic silhouettes such as the Jazz and Precision models but at a lower price.
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What is the point in 5 and 6 string bass guitars?
5 and 6-string bass guitars are known as 'extended range' instruments and they are used to reach notes out of the scope of a traditional bass guitar. This can be useful in certain genres of music that require these notes to be played.