June 18, 2025

Estimated Read Time 3 - 4 minutes. It’s a story as old as time: you decide it’s time to tap into your inner musician and start learning how to solo on your guitar. You do your research, pick up some gear, find a teacher (or fire up some YouTube tutorials), and get to jamming. Things are going great... until you hit the dreaded roadblock. The learning curve just got steeper, and suddenly you're stuck, unsure how to take your playing to the next level. Unfortunately, this is the point when many guitars become wall art.

May 29, 2025

Estimated Read Time 4 - 5 Minutes. We get it. The idea of artificial intelligence in music can sound… ominous. If you’ve ever joked (nervously) that a robot’s about to take your spot in the band—same. But let’s take a deep breath together: AI isn’t here to replace your creativity, your tone, or your epic-but-questionable jazz fusion side project.

May 29, 2025

Estimated Read Time: 2 - 3 minutes. Buying your first guitar amp can feel like learning a whole new instrument. Wattage, modeling, speakers—what does it all mean? If you're just starting out or buying a gift for someone who is, you don't need to know everything. You just need the right first amp—one that makes playing more fun, more rewarding, and less intimidating.

May 10, 2025

To celebrate Mother’s Day, we’re highlighting (in no specific order) ten of the hardest working moms in rock n roll. Whether they have managed to juggle tour life with the duties of motherhood, written songs about their children, or even produced some musical offspring of their own, there’s no denying that these moms are totally badass.

May 06, 2025

Some guitar tones don’t just sound great—they change everything. From the searing solos of the '60s to the polished sounds of modern rock, we’ve rounded up ten of the best guitar tones ever. These iconic sounds have shaped genres, defined generations, and inspired players around the world. And the best part? You can recreate every one of them using your Positive Grid Spark amp.

March 26, 2025

Estimated Read Time: 2 minutes. It’s Guitar Month, and we’re celebrating the best way we know how – by turning up the volume on some of our favorite guitar tracks. Whether you’re looking for fresh inspiration, shreddy solos, or nostalgic riffs, this playlist hits every note. These six videos showcase exactly why we love the guitar.

March 13, 2025

Estimated Read Time: 2-3 minutes. When it comes to crafting the perfect guitar tone, having the right gear makes all the difference. The Spark app gives you instant access to a massive collection of meticulously modeled amps and effects, each recreated in stunning detail to capture the feel and sound of its real-world counterpart.

March 07, 2025

Estimated Read Time: 4 minutes. When Positive Grid introduced Spark NEO, a groundbreaking headphone guitar amplifier, it took many by surprise. What sparked this innovative idea? What sets Spark NEO apart from traditional practice solutions? To uncover the story behind its creation, Young Guitar magazine spoke with Jesse Liu, Product Manager at Positive Grid, about the inspiration, development, and unique features that make Spark NEO a game-changer.