Latest articles by Matt McCracken
Best multi-effects pedals 2026: 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
Best DAWs 2026: The best digital audio workstations for PC and Mac
My expert pick of music production software packages for every budget and application - tested and rated
Best guitar cables 2026: Leads and patch cables for all budgets
Quality cables make the difference, here's our top picks from Mogami, Ernie Ball, Fender and more
“If this is the future of guitar, then sign me up”: Strandberg Boden Original N2.6T review
Look beyond the polarising aesthetic and you just might find something that completely changes your expectations of electric guitar
“It certainly appears a lot more expensive than it actually is”: Harley Benton Fusion IV HH FR review
The return of Harley Benton's Fusion series brings boutique spec at bedroom prices
With less than 24 hours left to go in Guitar Center's massive Guitar-A-Thon sale, this is your last chance to grab up to 30% discounts across the board - including $700 off a beautiful Gibson Les Paul
Here are 11 of the best deals still available in the Guitar-A-Thon, with the sale set to end on April 29th
I’m telling every producer I know to upgrade to Ableton Live Lite 12 today thanks to a 25% discount on all versions of this 4.5 star rated DAW
Find out why we called it “the best update in over a decade” before the sale ends on April 29th
Best metronomes 2026: The top mechanical and digital metronomes for musicians
Are you rushing, or are you dragging? You’ll know for sure with these essential time-keeping devices from Boss, Korg, Wittner, and more
“The ability to save multiple scenes for content creation, podcasting, and other creative endeavours makes it a very powerful interface indeed”: Yamaha URX44V review
Yamaha’s newest interface offers a high-tech hub for the multi-hyphenate creator
Best PCs for music production 2026: Apple Macs and Windows machines for your home studio
Discover the power that a desktop PC or Mac can bring to your music-making, with my expert pick of the best desktops for music production
Best chorus pedals 2026: Our pick of the top chorus pedals
Chorus is back! Find out why with our top-rated chorus pedals you need to try today
Best cheap MIDI keyboards 2026: Inexpensive MIDI controllers starting at just £39/$49
Start making music for less with our selection of affordable MIDI keyboards from Arturia, Akai, Nektar, Novation, and more
Best MIDI keyboards for beginners 2026: Entry-level controllers for those starting out in music production
Get producing your own music with my pick of the best MIDI controller keyboards for beginner musicians
Best in-ear monitors 2026: IEMs for stage and studio
Our expert guide to the best in-ear monitors we've testedfor practice, performance and production, no matter your budget
What are the best online guitar lessons in 2026? I’m a professional guitar gear reviewer and these are my highest-rated lessons platforms
My expert pick of the best online guitar courses will supercharge your playing wherever you are, and whether you're a beginner, intermediate, or advanced player
Shake off the winter lull and dust off the cobwebs with up to 60% off guitars, pedals, synths, mixers, and more in the massive Thomann Spring Sale, including £542 off an ESP LTD and £70 off a UAFX reverb pedal
With over 600 bits of music gear discounted, the Thomann Spring Sale is the place to bag a saving and kick start your music making for 2026
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
Best small studio monitors 2026: Compact studio speakers
The best speakers for small studios and portable use, from KRK, Focal, IK Multimedia, Genelec and more
As a pro guitarist, I think Boss makes the most reliable pedals around, so with 26% off everything from the DD-8 to the Waza Metal Zone in Amazon's Spring Deal Days sale, it's time to stock up
Amazon might usually be the home of cheap guitar pedals, but the Spring Sale has unleashed a slew of savings on Boss stompboxes
Best MIDI keyboards 2026: Find your perfect match for the home studio
My expert guide to the best MIDI keyboards of all sizes and budgets to integrate with your home studio
Here's 7 of the hottest guitar gear releases I tried at The Guitar Show this weekend that are available to buy right now
I joined a sold-out Guitar Show in Birmingham, UK, to get hands-on with the latest and greatest from the world of guitar
Best budget studio monitors 2026: Make your mixes sing with these wallet-friendly home studio speakers
The best cheap studio monitors for home recording, with my hand-picked and affordable options from Adam, IK Multimedia, M-Audio, PreSonus and more
