Ben Keightley

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Ben Keightley

About

Ben Keightley is a professional guitarist, gear demonstrator, and educator from Nottingham, United Kingdom. Known for his tasteful playing style, attention to tone, and deep appreciation for vintage instruments, Ben has built a growing audience through his work showcasing some of the world’s most sought-after guitars.

Ben is featured on the popular Squealing Pig Guitars YouTube channel, where he demonstrates rare, vintage, and high-end guitars for players and collectors around the world. His performances combine expressive musicianship with detailed gear knowledge, helping viewers experience the feel and tone of exceptional instruments through professional demonstrations and recordings.

As both a performer and content creator, Ben places a strong emphasis on tone, tuning stability, and consistency during filming and live playing. He relies on S.I.T. Strings Electric 10s and S.I.T. Bronze Acoustic 11s to deliver the brightness, strength, and reliability needed for both electric and acoustic guitar performance.

Why S.I.T.?

“I chose to use SIT as I love the tone of the strings, for me the string is as important as the guitar you’re playing. The tension needs to be consistent so my guitar is in tune and feels 100% every time I film. I use the SIT electric 10s and the SIT bronze Acoustic 11s on my favourite Martin Guitar. They’re brighter and stronger than any other string I’ve tried! Thanks to SIT for taking me on as a SIT artist!”

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Power Wound Nickel Electric Guitar Strings – 10–46 (S1046 Light)

Power Wound Nickel Electric Guitar Strings – 10–46 (S1046 Light)

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Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings – 11–50 (P1150 Pro Light)

Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings – 11–50 (P1150 Pro Light)

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