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Best electric guitars under $1,000/£1,000 in 2025: My top picks for players of all styles
Years of playing and reviewing gear have taught me exactly what to look for - here's how to get a guitar to grow with
Best studio chairs 2025: Are you sitting comfortably in your home studio?
Experience exceptional ergonomia with these studio chairs from Corsair, Ikea, Ergolab and more
Best USB microphones 2025: Plug-and-play mics for everything from streaming to singing
Capturing audio has never been easier, with these all-in-one USB microphones from Shure, Sennheiser and more
Best Roland digital pianos
Bag yourself the ultimate digital playing experience with these top-rated Roland pianos - featuring units from the F, HP, LX and GP series
Best drum thrones 2025: my pick of budget-spanning stools for comfort behind the kit
DW, Roc-N-Soc and Gibraltar are among the brands vying to be crowned king of the drum thrones – but which one is right for you in terms of build, comfort and budget? Here’s my recommendations
Best headphones for drummers 2025: sound isolation for the studio, rehearsal room and stage
Our expert picks, tested - including recommended in-ear monitors and the best headphones for electronic drums
Best beginner electronic drum sets 2025: top-rated entry-level e-drums, reviewed by experts
Just starting out behind the drums? These are the best electronic drum kits for beginners, each one tested and rated by pro drummers - plus full reviews and video demos
Best guitar VSTs 2025: Get the best simulated guitar tones for your next production
My pick of the best guitar VST instruments will get great guitar tones for your productions, even if you’ve never played guitar before
