Best ukuleles 2024: Top acoustic ukes and the best electric ukuleles for all By Simon Fellows last updated 26 March 24 Start strumming today with our expert guide to the best ukuleles available today, with options from Martin to Mahalo
Best studio monitors 2024: Studio speakers for musicians and producers on any budget By Andy Jones last updated 21 March 24 A comprehensive guide to the best studio monitor speakers for home studio recording, whether you’re a beginner or pro producer – including Yamaha, IK Multimedia, Focal and more
Best studio headphones 2024: Top picks for music production and mixing, tested by experts By Dave Clews last updated 20 March 24 We’ve tested and reviewed a huge range of studio headphones for music production. These are our tried and trusted choices from Sennheiser, Focal, Sony, Audio-Technica and more
A tech explains how to change your electric guitar strings like a pro: "The method we're demonstrating here is the quickest, best for stability and easiest to de-string when it’s time" By Jack Ellis published 28 February 24 "The lock-wrap method here will soon become second nature"
Best microphones for recording: top studio mics for instruments, vocals and more By Chris Corfield last updated 30 October 23 These are the best recording microphones from the biggest brands including AKG, Rode, Audio Technica and more, split by price
20 studio recording tips for guitarists: "Red light fever is normal" By MusicRadar published 30 October 23 RECORDING WEEK 2023: We assembled a panel of experts to shed light on the dark art of recording guitars
Best bass amps: 14 top choice amplification options for bassists By Chris Corfield last updated 24 October 23 Dive into our best bass amp guide to discover the options that deliver the power and features to suit your low-end needs, whatever your budget
Best cheap MIDI keyboards: amazing controllers starting at just £39/$49 By Chris Corfield last updated 2 October 23 10 of the best budget keyboards from Novation, M-Audio, Arturia, Nektar and more – and mostly under £/$100!
Best electric guitar pickups: Single-coil, humbucker, P-90, and active pickups for all styles By Rob Laing last updated 13 June 23 Upgrade your electric guitar tone now with the best pickups from Seymour Duncan, EMG, Bare Knuckle and more
Best looper pedals: 12 loopers to fatten up your live guitar performances By Michael Astley-Brown last updated 28 March 23 Explore our pick of compact and floorboard loop stations and the best looper pedals for guitarists at every budget
