Latest articles by Alex Lynham
5 great multi-function guitar effects pedals you need to try
Save some space and cash with these combined stompboxes
5 great reverb pedals guitar players need to try
Space is the place with these inspiring reverb pedals
5 great pitch shifting pedals guitarists need to try
Shift your perspective with these ace pitch shifters
Overdrive vs distortion: explore the sounds, the players and the effects pedals to try
Add some extra dirt to your guitar sound with our deep dive into the world of overdrive and distortion
5 great phaser pedals guitar players need to try
The past, present and future of your pedalboard's most psychedelic effect
5 digital delay pedals guitar players need to try
The most exciting guitar effect, bar none
5 overdrive pedals guitar players need to try
Future classics, premium drives and affordable alternatives
Best Ukuleles
Fancy learning to play the ukulele but not sure where to start? Here's our expert pick of the best ukuleles for beginners and pros.
9 reasons you need to upgrade your pedalboard power supply
Reduce noise, organise your pedalboard, increase pedal count and more with this guitar gear essential
10 ways to get more from your delay pedal
From oscillation and reverse delay, to looping, stacking and stuttering, here’s how to maximise the impact of your delay effects
The FX files: DigiTech Whammy
Everything you need to know about one of the most significant innovations in pedal tech
Review round-up: guitar synth pedals
Transform your electric guitar into a synthesizer with these offerings from Keeley, Electro-Harmonix, Pigtronix and Seymour Duncan
Mooer GE300
The Chinese effects giant takes the fight to Line 6 and Boss with its flagship multi-effects pedal
Review round-up: analog delay pedals
Four contemporary choices from Maxon, Supro, Sinvertek and MXR
Cave In's Stephen Brodsky: "Kurt Ballou said we ruined the Boss PS-3 for everybody!"
The cult alt-rock hero on stripping back his guitar rig and the band's future without Caleb Scofield
The FX files: Pro Co Rat
Everything you need to know about the definitive hard-clipper and benchmark for heavy distortion pedals
