Welcome to Guitar Nine! Guitar Nine was originally started by Dan McAvinchey as an online magazine and small record label in 1996. We produced 6 issues of new content every year for 25 years, for a grand total of 150 issues. Areas of focus include Guitar Technique, Inspiration/Motivation, Live Performance, Music Business, Recording Tips/Methods, Songwriting/Composition and Album Release. While you are here, please revisit some of the great music released by the over 1400 musicians we've worked with over the past 29 years!
So, grab your instrument, prepare a favorite beverage, browse, learn, and above all, have fun!
Guitar Nine
Guitar Nine

A look at the Guitar Nine organization non-dirt pedals from 1980 through 2025.

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 15:23
Guitar Nine
Guitar Nine

Or, as they say in Quebec City, "Pédale d'Effet du Jour", spatial processing magically enhancing the width and depth of any sound.

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 15:20
Guitar Nine
Guitar Nine

A look at the Guitar Nine organization dirt and drive pedals from 1980 through 2025.

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 - 15:04
Guitar Nine

Pascal Allaigre's album "Contact", released in 2024. Experience it on YouTube.

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 - 19:17
Guitar Nine
Guitar Nine

A look at the Guitar Nine organization MXR dirt pedals from 1980 through 2025.

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 - 12:25
Guitar Nine
Guitar Nine

Or, as they say in St. Louis, "Stomp Box of the Day", bold, high-definition tone that’s also smooth and refined.

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 - 12:20
Guitar Nine
Guitar Nine

A look at the Guitar Nine organization MXR non-dirt pedals from 1980 through 2025.

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 - 12:05
Guitar Nine
Guitar Nine

Or, as they say in Kiev, "Stomp Box of the Day", get Ibanez' characteristic mid-boosted tone.

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 - 11:21
Guitar Nine
Guitar Nine

A look at the Guitar Nine organization's foot-sized pedals from 1980 through 2025.

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 - 09:39
Ioannis Anastassakis
Ioannis Anastassakis

Being in optimal health imay help you fuel your guitar practice.

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 - 09:31
Guitar Nine
Guitar Nine

A look at the Guitar Nine organization Marshall pedals from 1980 through 2025.

Monday, April 14, 2025 - 10:11
Tommaso Zillio
Tommaso Zillio

Tommaso promised... Tommaso delivered. What negative modal theory is all about.

Monday, April 14, 2025 - 09:30
Guitar Nine
Guitar Nine

A look at the Guitar Nine organization P.R.S.-built guitars from 1980 through 2024.

Saturday, February 8, 2025 - 15:18
Guitar Nine
Guitar Nine

A look at the Guitar Nine organization Fender-built guitars from 1980 through 2024.

Monday, January 13, 2025 - 16:18
Thijs de Klijn
Thijs de Klijn

What do spider webs and teaching methods have in common?

Sunday, December 1, 2024 - 08:43
Tommaso Zillio
Tommaso Zillio

Are there progressions impossible to play without using parallel 5ths?

Sunday, December 1, 2024 - 07:58

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