Buying Guides

Is it better to learn on acoustic or electronic drums? We tackle the topics of noise, space, cost, playability and more to help you decide

Keep your tuning in check in all scenarios with the best clip-on tuners for guitar, bass and ukulele

Years of playing and reviewing gear have taught me exactly what to look for - here's how to get a guitar to grow with

Experience exceptional ergonomia with these studio chairs from Corsair, Ikea, Ergolab and more

Capturing audio has never been easier, with these all-in-one USB microphones from Shure, Sennheiser and more

Bag yourself the ultimate digital playing experience with these top-rated Roland pianos - featuring units from the F, HP, LX and GP series

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

Our expert picks, tested - including recommended in-ear monitors and the best headphones for electronic drums

I road-tested six sets of the best musician-friendly earplugs, from Alpine, ACS, Minuendo and more - recommended options from budget to moulded

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