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Summary: Excellent basic information for the beginner to advanced
Review: I study this book often. I am self taught and this book moved me forward a giant leap.
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Summary: Hand's Down The Best Guitar Book Ever Put To Press!
Review: I was given a copy of this book over 20 years ago when I was a teenager. I have yet to find another guitar book that can hold a candle to this one. This book is extremely well thought out with relevant information that makes it a joy to read and learn from. Even a dog-eared copy found at a flea market would still be worth it's weight in gold to a beginning player today. I still find my self rereading it years later. So glad to see it's still in print!
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Summary: The One Book Every Guitarist Should Own
Review: If I was stuck on a desert island with my guitar and could only have one book, it would be The Guitar Handbook by Ralph Denyer.
Being primarily a self-taught musician, I needed a reference to fill in all my gaps of understanding about guitar fundamentals and music theory for guitar. The Guitar Handbook did that and more.
Ralph Denyer's presentation of the material is clear, concise and well organized. It's also entertaining - the inside stories about today's guitar innovators and their advice to guitar players is fun and informative reading.
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Summary: The Guitar Compendium - Without Question.
Review: If there is one book that truly sums up the daunting task of learning the guitar's every aspect from A-Z, this is it. No stone is left unturned. Every page is overflowing with diagrams and illustrations that are quite precise in their point. Futhermore, there are no wasted words, and page space for that matter - this book comes close to perfection in it's layout as well as it's rich and diverse content. Everything I can think of is covered: It goes beyond my words to accurately describe the incredible amount of forethought put into this book. A++++++++++++++
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Summary: The Guitar Compendium - Without Question.
Review: If there is one book that truly sums up the daunting task of learning the guitar's every aspect from A-Z, this is it. No stone is left unturned. Every page is overflowing with diagrams and illustrations that are quite precise in their point. Futhermore, there are no wasted words, and page space for that matter - this book comes close to perfection in it's layout as well as it's rich and diverse content. Everything I can think of is covered: It goes beyond my words to accurately describe the incredible amount of forethought put into this book. A++++++++++++++
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Summary: The difinitive guitar reference guide
Review: If you are new to the wonderful world of guitars or a seasoned pro there is something in this book for you, from the basics like the anatomy of the guitar, strings, basic setting up etc, to more detailed information like modifying the electrics, effects, amps and so on. It also gives an excellent insight into the whole music making experience, such as PA equipment and basic sound engineering. Also included is a profile of some of the most influential exponents of the guitar in recent years. There is also a detailed section on reading music, chords, harmony and theory as well as basic repairs to your 'axe'. I have had this book for a number of years and I have found it invaluable as a reference guide and light reading, my only critisism is that the bass guitar is only lightly touched upon, but the basic principles apply to the bass anyway. In all I think this is the book to have in your collection whether you dabble, or do it for a living, go out and buy it!
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Summary: Good coverage on key concepts
Review: If you're interested in learning about guitars, this book covers a variety of topics, including how to play the guitar, history of the guitar, some early influences, types of guitars, and how they work. Concepts are laid out in an easy-to-read format that gives enough information without including too much detail, so the book never gets boring.
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Summary: A brilliant book for the budding guitarist .
Review: It offers concise and valuable insights into many such areas of playing the guitar which have probably baffled many aspiring guitarists, relying solely on tapes or unauthentic sources for learning to play well.The section on performance technology is great.However, it's a pity to find such sparse mention of guitarists like Dave Gilmour and Joe Satriani in a book which otherwise can boast of a rich tribute section.Mr.Denyer has done a neat job of putting together an extremely helpful and readable book.
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Summary: it was great
Review: it was well worded and easy to understan
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Summary: not a good book for music theory
Review: More a book of trivia and biography of guitar legends. This would not be a good investment for those wanting to learn and understand how to play guitar. Its OK for those who just want an overview of guitars and the history of. It doesnt go into any depth of theory. Dont expect to become a better guitar player if you buy this book.
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