
Daryl Robertson
I'm a Senior Deals Writer at MusicRadar, and I'm responsible for writing and maintaining buyer's guides on the site - but that's not all I do. As part of my role, I also scour the internet for the best deals I can find on gear and get hands-on with the products for reviews. My gear reviews have been published in prominent publications, including Total Guitar, Guitarist, and Future Music magazine, as well as Guitar World.com. I've also had the privilege of interviewing everyone from Slash to Yungblud, as well as members of Sum 41, Foo Fighters, The Offspring, Feeder, Fever 333, and many more.
I have a massive passion for anything that makes a sound, particularly guitars, pianos, and recording equipment. In a previous life, I worked in music retail, giving advice on all aspects of music creation and selling everything from digital pianos to electric guitars, entire PA systems, and ukuleles. I'm also a fully qualified sound engineer who holds a first-class Bachelor's degree in Creative Sound Production from the University of Abertay, and I have plenty of experience working in various venues around Scotland.
Latest articles by Daryl Robertson

"If you're seeking a polished, smooth, modern distortion, this is most definitely not the stomp box for you": Peavey Decade preamp pedal review
By Daryl Robertson published
Peavey’s latest pedal is rated-R, for riffage

Hurry! These Prime Day keyboard and piano deals are ending soon - score the biggest savings of the year so far on Yamaha, Korg, and Casio at Amazon and beyond
By Daryl Robertson last updated
With popular models from piano heavyweights, there are plenty of keyboard and piano deals to get stuck into this Prime Day

Waves just made building a pro-level plugin chain a lot cheaper - grab 2 for $59.99 or 4 for $99.99
By Daryl Robertson published
From full production bundles to must-have compressors, vocal effects, and so much more, you don't want to miss this Waves sale

Why wait for Prime Day when Thomann's massive Music Days sale will save you up to 65% off big brands right now?
By Daryl Robertson published
Thomann's Music Days sale sees the price slashed on popular models from Fender, Gibson, Alesis, Casio, ESP and much more

$1,200 off one of the best guitar synths on the market is a deal too good to ignore in Sweetwater's epic 4th of July sale
By Daryl Robertson published
With massive discounts on Roland, Alesis, Boss, Gretsch, Guild, and more, you don't want to miss one of the best Independence Day sales for musicians

Start your Independence Day weekend with a bang, as the Musician's Friend 4th of July sale lands early - score up to $850 off Music Man, $200 off Elektron and more
By Daryl Robertson published
Bag up to 60% off at Musician's Friend this Independence Day, saving you hundreds on Fender, Schecter, Roland, Universal Audio and more

Andertons just slashed £456 off this stunning PRS SE, and the finish has to be seen to be believed
By Daryl Robertson published
With up to 40% off the PRS SE Custom 24, Custom 24 Floyd, Custom 24-08, and the Custom 24-08 Quilt in Charcoal Cherry Burst, this sale is not to be missed

I wish these Memorial Day software deals had been around when I mixed my new EP - save up to 90% off Waves, Native Instruments, and Positive Grid plugins
By Daryl Robertson published
From full production bundles to amp modellers, DJ software, and so much more, here are the best Memorial Day plugin deals I can find

Guitar Center's epic Memorial Day sale offers unbeatable deals, including $419 off a Gibson Les Paul Standard!
By Daryl Robertson published
Treat yourself this Memorial Day, and get hundreds of dollars off an array of guitars, basses, amps, effects and more

The Epiphone Dave Grohl DG-335 has just seen its biggest ever discount - this is a call to save a whopping £380 at Andertons
By Daryl Robertson published
The Foo Fighters frontman's highly-rated Epiphone DG signature just received its biggest ever discount - it's times like these, I'm pleased I waited before making a purchase!

Calling all synth heads, Thomann just dropped the sale of the year with up to 80% off models from Moog, Behringer, Arturia and more
By Daryl Robertson published
For a limited time you can score substantial discounts on hardware and software synths, MIDI controllers, drum machines, sequencers and so much more

MusicRadar deals of the week: Enjoy a mind-blowing $600 off a full-fat Gibson Les Paul, £500 off Kirk Hammett's Epiphone Greeny, and so much more
By Daryl Robertson published
We've uncovered the very best offers on a range of music-making gear from the likes of Gibson, Positive Grid, Fender, and more

Guitar Center’s massive Guitar-A-Thon sale has landed, and it includes $600 off a Gibson Les Paul and a host of exclusive models from Epiphone, Taylor, and more
By Daryl Robertson published
The aptly named Guitar-A-Thon sale is the place to go for an epic six-string related bargain

Best guitar audio interfaces 2025: Record killer guitar parts at home with our top picks
By Chris Bird last updated
The best audio interfaces for guitar from IK Multimedia, Focusrite, UAD and more

Sleep Token just shared new sheet music. We asked a pro pianist to perform it - here's what it sounds like
By Daryl Robertson published
Is this a tease for the new Sleep Token album? Take a listen for yourself and read our piano expert's breakdown of the music

Fender launches a slew of patriotic deals this Presidents' Day with hundreds off a wide range of USA-made guitars - including $200 off select American Professional II models and more
By Daryl Robertson published
From Pro II to Player Plus, Ultra Luxe to Performer, there is something for everyone this Presidents' Day over at Fender.com

What are the best online piano lessons? Apps, websites, and software reviewed by an industry professional
By Dave Clews last updated
Master music theory and play your favourite piano songs over the internet with my pick of the very best piano learning platforms

"While the aesthetic flourishes grab the headlines, this guitar’s mismatched specs are its secret weapon": Gibson Mary Ford Les Paul Standard Goldtop review
By Daryl Robertson published
A Les Paul dressed up like an ES-295, Gibson's latest signature certainly has plenty of visual appeal, but can it deliver on playability and tone?

With the LEGO Strat close to its lowest-ever price, who needs the Fender Custom Shop? Be quick, though, you don't have much time left to grab it and build your own
By Daryl Robertson last updated
Fender and Lego have made the perfect gift for Strat fans: Woodworking tools or skills not required

Cyber Monday Andertons deals 2024: Last chance to grab a deal
By Daryl Robertson last updated
You've not got long to bag yourself a bargain on guitars, pedals, and amps in the Andertons sale

Black Friday microphone deals 2024: Black Friday is over, and these are the best microphone savings that are still live
By Daryl Robertson last updated
Your place for all the microphone deals from Shure, Rode, AKG, Blue Microphones and more - whether you're a musician or a podcaster

"This is a game-changer for us. I mean, that's a pretty essential piece of gear": Andertons just slashed £249 off the Behringer X32 mixer, which has Foo Fighter Chris Shiflett's stamp of approval
By Daryl Robertson published
Chris Shiflet called this digital mixer an essential part of his solo tour - and now you can own one for a whole lot less

Is this the best, the best, the best Black Friday deal for Foo Fighters fans? Save a whopping £230 off the newly released Epiphone DG-335 Dave Grohl signature guitar
By Daryl Robertson published
The highly celebrated Epiphone DG signature just received its first-ever discount - it's times like these I'm pleased I saved up for Black Friday

I review guitars for a living - these are my 4 still-available guitar recommendations in the Andertons Black Friday sale - including £700 off a show-stopping Strat
By Daryl Robertson last updated
UK and EU-based musicians can grab serious savings on guitars, studio gear, PA systems, and loads more great gear

With $120 knocked off the Alesis Recital Grand, you're not going to find a better beginner digital piano deal this Black Friday
By Daryl Robertson published
As part of its massive Black Friday sale, Amazon has knocked $120 off the brilliant beginner-friendly Alesis Recital Grand piano as well as other Alesis pianos
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