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Jason Mays

Hey, I’m Jason—a music journalist of sorts for the past few years and a lifelong gear nerd. At my core, I’m deeply passionate about helping people make music and exploring the wonderfully obsessive corners of the guitar universe. My work has appeared in Guitar.com, Guitar World, and The Fretboard Journal, where I’ve had the privilege of turning gear nerdery into something (hopefully) useful and engaging.

When I’m not writing or disappearing down yet another Jazzmaster rabbit hole, you’ll usually find me performing with my band Young Mountain or creating content for the YouTube channels PlayJason and Working Class Music—where offsets, ambient textures, and the occasional bit of tasteful chaos tend to live.

Articles by Jason Mays

Oct 30, 2026, 3:44 PM

Buying Your First Offset Guitar

Over the last two decades, offset guitars have enjoyed something of a revival. Once considered niche instruments favored by a handful of... Read more »

Sep 16, 2026, 12:00 PM

Best Pedals for Lo-fi & Ambient Soundscapes Explained

If there’s one thing that guitar and pop culture have in common, then it’s that what was once old eventually becomes new again. Fortunately for... Read more »

Aug 27, 2026, 10:40 AM

The Best Guitars Under $1,000

Right now, we’re living through something of a renaissance for affordable guitars. Years ago, finding a truly great instrument under the $1,000... Read more »

Aug 7, 2026, 10:00 AM

P-90s vs. Jazzmaster Pickups: Debunking the “Jazzmaster Pickups Are Just P-90s” Myth

If you’re new to the world of offsets, then first off, welcome. We’re glad to have you. But chances are, at some point, you’ve looked at a... Read more »

Jul 23, 2026, 10:17 AM

Best Electric Guitars for Modding

If there’s one unexpected parallel between car enthusiasts and guitar players, then it’s the shared obsession with modifications. For many... Read more »

Jul 16, 2026, 10:00 AM

6 of the Best Electric Guitars for Rock

Rock music has arguably inspired more people than any other genre to pick up an instrument — particularly the electric guitar. Perhaps it’s the... Read more »

Jul 9, 2026, 3:00 PM

Essential Effects for a Budget Shoegaze Pedalboard

It’s becoming increasingly difficult to deny shoegaze’s influence on modern music. Whether it’s the atmospheric textures heard in bands such as... Read more »

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