Articles by: Chris Barnes

Chris Barnes

I'm MusicRadar's eCommerce/Deals Editor, I play drums (and guitar, badly) and I've worked in the music gear industry for 16 years. I manage all buyer's guides on the site and it's my sole purpose to help musicians find the right gear and the best prices.

Articles by: Chris Barnes

Cyber Monday music deals 2020: All the latest deals for musicians, in one place

By Chris Barnes

Check out the biggest Cyber Monday musical instrument savings for drummers, guitarists, DJs, producers and more

Cyber Monday keyboard piano and synth deals 2020: the biggest Black Friday piano deals and savings - live

Cyber Monday keyboard piano and synth deals 2020: the biggest Cyber Monday piano deals and savings - updated live

By Chris Barnes

The best Cyber Monday keyboard piano and synth deals, including cheap Cyber Monday digital piano deals for beginners and beyond

Sam Ash Cyber Monday 2020: All the best deals and savings

By Chris Barnes

Deals Live updates: Load up on cheap guitars, drums and more with the best Sam Ash Cyber Monday deals

11 TC Electronic effect pedals only $39 each with this crazy Cyber Monday stompbox bargain

By Chris Barnes

Pick and mix from 11 TC Electronic reverb, chorus, fuzz, drive, compressor and phaser pedals at Guitar Center

Sweetwater Cyber Monday 2020: Up to 80% off music gear in epic Cyber Monday sale

Sweetwater Cyber Monday 2020: Up to 80% off music gear in the epic Cyber Monday sale

By Chris Barnes

The Sweetwater Cyber Monday sale is live, with big savings on guitars, drums, keyboards, mics and more

Sam Ash Black Friday 2020: Today's most epic deals

Sam Ash Black Friday 2020: These deals are still live

By Chris Barnes

Deals Live updates: Load up on cheap guitars, drums and more with the best Sam Ash Black Friday deals

These 5 Black Friday sales for musicians are amazing - save up to 70% on music gear

By Chris Barnes

Massive Black Friday savings to be made at Sweetwater, Guitar Center, ProAudioStar, Sam Ash and Musician’s Friend

Sweetwater Black Friday 2020: The 80% off music gear Black Friday sale is still live

By Chris Barnes

The Sweetwater Black Friday sale is home to big savings on guitars, drums, keyboards, mics and more

Black Friday keyboard piano and synth deals 2020: The biggest Black Friday piano and keyboard deals that are still live

By Chris Barnes

The best Black Friday keyboard piano synth deals, including cheap Black Friday digital piano deals for beginners to pros

Black Friday music deals 2020: These deals for musicians are still live

By Chris Barnes

The biggest Black Friday musical instrument offers and savings for drummers, guitarists, DJs, producers and more

Black Friday deal: We've never seen Apple AirPods and AirPods Pro prices this low

By Chris Barnes

Bag Apple's top end AirPods Pro for just £199/$199. Grab them before they sell out at this price

12 best electronic drum sets 2020: Our pick of electronic drum kits for every playing level and budget

By Chris Barnes

Expert buying advice for the best electronic drum sets for all styles and budgets – including kits by Roland, Yamaha and Alesis

17 Christmas gifts for drummers: the ultimate guide to festive present ideas for the drummer in your life

By Chris Barnes

Treat the drummer in your life this Christmas with our pick of accessories, gadgets and more in our budget-spanning round-up of gifts for drummers

Early Black Friday savings: Up to 15% off musical instruments with this Guitar Center coupon

By Chris Barnes

But that's not all! Enjoy discounts galore at Musician’s Friend, Pro Audio Star and Sweetwater too

Best compact drum kits: Ludwig Breakbeats by Questlove

The best drum sets 2020: the best drum kits for beginner to pro drummers

By MusicRadar, Chris Barnes

Discover the best acoustic drum sets for the studio, stage and bedroom from Ludwig, Pearl, Tama, DW and more

Mic drop! Get $100 off the Audio Technica AT2035 microphone, perfect for podcasting and streaming

By Chris Barnes

You’ll need to act fast as this offer is set to disappear once Prime Day is over

Bag a Squier Affinity Stratocaster for less than $200 with this beginner-friendly Prime Day deal

By Chris Barnes

Get on board with this workhorse beginner’s electric guitar in Surf Green finish from Musician's Friend

Big Prime Day discounts and big beats to be had with this Alesis Nitro Mesh electronic drum set deal

By Chris Barnes

Save up to 15% and get an amp thrown in – we’ve not seen better Prime Day e-kit deals anywhere else

The 7 best Yamaha e-kits 2020: top electronic drum sets from Yamaha for beginner, intermediate and pro drummers

By Chris Barnes

Our experts will help you find the right =Yamaha electronic drum kit for you

Get the G&L Tribute ASAT Classic Bluesboy for a bargain $337 with this incredible pre-Prime Day offer

By Chris Barnes

Musician’s Friend has slashed $25% off the price of this limited-edition Turquoise Mist electric guitar

Save $50 off the new IK Multimedia AXE I/O Solo guitar audio interface

By Chris Barnes

Record your guitar for less with this great pre-Prime Day bargain – now less than $200

The best snare drums 2020: find the best snare drums for your budget and playing style

By MusicRadar Team, Chris Barnes

Our selection of the top snares for stage or studio

The best drumsticks 2020: wooden and synthetic drumsticks for pros and beginners alike

By Chris Barnes

And all the info you need to choose the right drumsticks for your own budget and drumming style

The sound of summer: Save $95 off the Ukutune UKM1 Solid Mahogany Concert Ukulele

By Chris Barnes

Save almost 50% and get your hands on a cheap ukulele that sounds fantastic – plus free shipping

Waves’ epic 42-plugin Gold bundle is just $149.99 right now – save $650

By Chris Barnes

Plus, save 40% store-wide and get free plugins

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