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Best acoustic guitar amp 2025: Amplify your acoustic with a top-rated amp
Whether you’re practicing, busking, or performing, amplify the finest qualities of your guitar with our selection of acoustic amps
Best DJ Speakers 2025: Recommended DJ monitors for home and booth use
From portable to powerful to plush, our choice of the best monitors for all DJ set-ups
Best 3/4 acoustic guitars 2025: Portable playability from Taylor, Martin, Yamaha, and more
Perfect for beginners and seasoned professionals alike, 3/4 acoustics make great songwriter guitars or for players on the go
Best beginner DJ mixers 2025: The best entry-level club, scratch and rotary DJ mixers to get you started
Get to grips with the basics of mixing and scratching with these cheap and entry-level mixers
Best amp modellers 2025: High-tech tone solutions for all guitarists
Simplify your rig and take your tone anywhere with my pick of the best amp modelling units around
Best field recorders: Top portable recorders for capturing sound on-the-go
From foley and found sound to recording your rehearsals, a field recorder can unlock the sonics that surround us
Best bass drum pedals 2025: single and double bass pedals for every budget
Put your best foot forward with my guide to choosing the right kick pedal for your playing style and budget, with picks from DW, Pearl, Tama, Yamaha and others
Best microphones for recording: My top studio mics for instruments, vocals and more
These are the best recording microphones from the biggest brands including AKG, Rode, Audio Technica, Neumann and more
