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
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From full production bundles to amp modellers, DJ software, and so much more, here are the best Memorial Day plugin deals I can find
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Treat yourself this Memorial Day, and get hundreds of dollars off an array of guitars, basses, amps, effects and more
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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!
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For a limited time you can score substantial discounts on hardware and software synths, MIDI controllers, drum machines, sequencers and so much more
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We've uncovered the very best offers on a range of music-making gear from the likes of Gibson, Positive Grid, Fender, and more
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The aptly named Guitar-A-Thon sale is the place to go for an epic six-string related bargain
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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
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From Pro II to Player Plus, Ultra Luxe to Performer, there is something for everyone this Presidents' Day over at Fender.com
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Master music theory and play your favourite piano songs over the internet with my pick of the very best piano learning platforms
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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?
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Fender and Lego have made the perfect gift for Strat fans: Woodworking tools or skills not required
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You've not got long to bag yourself a bargain on guitars, pedals, and amps in the Andertons sale
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Your place for all the microphone deals from Shure, Rode, AKG, Blue Microphones and more - whether you're a musician or a podcaster
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Chris Shiflet called this digital mixer an essential part of his solo tour - and now you can own one for a whole lot less
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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
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UK and EU-based musicians can grab serious savings on guitars, studio gear, PA systems, and loads more great gear
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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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Learn to play some of the biggest riffs of all time from bands such as Metallica, The Rolling Stones, The Beatles, Green Day, and many more this Black Friday
By Daryl Robertson Published
A Fender classic gets a digital makeover, but how does it compare to the real thing?
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The Player II may still be a newcomer, but that hasn't stopped Fender from slashing the price this Black Friday
By Daryl Robertson Published
There are big savings on everything from the insanely popular Player II to the retro-inspired Vintera II, and a few limited editions for good measure
By Daryl Robertson Published
Andertons are slashing prices left, right and centre - and this might just be the best Black Friday offer for pianists
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Step this way for sizable savings on Thomann's formidable budget guitar gear brand
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Over 800 big-name products are up for grabs between now and the 2nd of December
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With popular models from piano heavyweights, there are plenty of keyboard and piano deals to get stuck into this Black Friday
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