Latest articles by Daryl Robertson
MusicRadar deals of the week: We've found over £1,000 off a PRS, $200 off the Akai Pro MPC Key 37, and so much more
We've uncovered the very best offers on a range of music-making gear from the likes of Gibson, PRS, Yamaha, Fender and more
With up to 60% off in Thomann's Spring Sale now is the time to give your pedalboard a spring clean - here are my 8 pedal choices starting at only £9.60!
For a limited time, you can score substantial discounts on a host of pedals from the likes of IK Multimedia, Hotone, MXR, Digitech and more
MusicRadar deals of the week: Score hundreds off PRS, Bose, and Moog - and grab a new guitar pedal for less than £10!
We've uncovered the very best offers on a range of music-making gear from the likes of Gibson, PRS, Yamaha, Fender and more
Best acoustic guitars 2026: Super steel string acoustics for all players and budgets
Our pick of the very best flat tops from Taylor, Martin, Gibson, Fender and loads more
Best electric guitars 2026: Our pick of guitars to suit all budgets
Find the top electric guitar for your budget and playing style, whether you play rock, metal, blues or beyond
"For a guitar that comes in at this price, the overall build is impressive, with a level of attention to detail that’s more than respectable": Harley Benton Custom Line King-12 CE NT review
The German brand is looking to be crowned as the best budget 12-string acoustic, but does it deserve the title?
Best Yamaha digital pianos 2026: Including picks from the Arius, Clavinova, AvantGrand, and P Series
Dive deep into Yamaha’s digital piano range with our recommendations for every budget
MusicRadar deals of the week: Score $390 off a divisive Fender Stratocaster, $180 off a stunning Gretsch and hundreds off PA and live gear
We've uncovered the very best offers on a range of music-making gear from the likes of Gibson, PRS, Yamaha, Fender and more
Best pianos 2026: Our pick of acoustic and digital options for home, studio and stage
Here’s our pick of the best pianos - and the best piano brands - including Yamaha, Casio, Nord, Roland and more…
With up to 35% off PA equipment in Sweetwater's Live Sound Month sale, there's never been a better time to upgrade your band's onstage presence - including over $800 off a Midas mixer
Grab a hearty discount on live sound gear from Yamaha, Mackie, Mudas, Samson, and more
Best Gretsch guitars 2026: Nail that Gretsch sound at any price point
From the iconic Falcon to the Country Gentleman and a slew of stellar-sounding affordable hollowbody options, here are our pick of the best Gretsch guitars
Best studio monitors 2026: Studio speakers for musicians and producers on any budget
My comprehensive guide to the best studio monitor speakers for home studio recording, whether you’re a beginner or pro producer
A whopping $900 discount on a stunning Gibson Les Paul is the headline act of Guitar Center's early Presidents' Day sale, plus a generous up to 30% off a range of music-making gear
Grab impressive discounts on quality gear from Fender to Gibson, Casio, Alesis to Martin
Best stage pianos 2026: Our pick of the finest keyboards for live performance
Our guide to the top stage pianos for gigging musicians, with options from Nord, Roland, Yamaha, Casio and more…
MusicRadar deals of the week: Save a colossal $500 off one of my favourite Sterling by Music Man guitars, grab $200 off a super cool D'Angelico, plus all the week's biggest sales on music gear
We've uncovered the very best offers on a range of music-making gear from the likes of Gibson, Casio, Gretsch, Universal Audio, and more
"The EF86 tube is often described as hi-fi, and honestly, that's the perfect way to describe what's coming out of this thing": EarthQuaker Devices EQD ZEQD-Pre review
This new collaboration is exactly what the doctor ordered for modern guitarists suffering from a serious case of digital fatigue
Best electric guitars under $500/£500 2026: Affordable electrics
Get more for your money with my pick of the best value electric guitars below $500/£500
MusicRadar deals of the week: Score $600 off one of our favourite Casio pianos, $200 off top-tier Sennheiser studio headphones, and so much more
We've uncovered the very best offers on a range of music-making gear from the likes of Gibson, Casio, Gretsch, Universal Audio, and more
Best PA speakers: Compact and mobile active sound systems for bands and buskers
These PA systems and speaker setups are ideal for amplifying vocals and instruments – including Roland, Bose, Yamaha and JBL speakers
Best multi-effects pedals: Our pick of the best all-in-one guitar FX modellers
Our guide to the best multi-effects pedals will help you get your head around amp modelling pedals and multi-FX
"Like a good valve amp, it responds to your pick attack and guitar volume with proper character": Strymon Fairfax Class A Output Stage Drive pedal
The Californian pedal experts ditch digital in favour of a distinctive voiced all-analogue drive
"Where this guitar truly shines is under the fingers of a blues or folk picker": Epiphone Blues King Studio review
Epiphone takes a swing at a regal pint-sized parlour, but unfortunately, there are some QC issues
Best keyboards for beginners: Get started with our expert pick of beginner keyboards for all ages
Looking for the best piano keyboard for beginners? Well MusicRadar has you covered with expert advice and useful recommendations from industry professionals
"It isn’t just a collection of cool features; it’s a tool designed to make your recorded guitar sound better, right out of the box": Gretsch Limited Edition Abbey Road RS201 Studiomatic review
Gretsch packs the legendary studio magic of Abbey Road into a guitar that's also pleasantly playable, and competitively priced
Best digital pianos for beginners: 8 beginner-friendly pianos handpicked by a professional piano and music gear reviewer
An expert look at the very best beginner digital pianos on the market from the likes of Yamaha, Casio, Korg, and Roland - including full reviews and video demos