Best ukulele strings 2023: From beginner to pro
Our expert round-up of the best ukulele strings is suitable for beginner ukulele players and seasoned strummers alike
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Best classical guitars 2023: our pick of top nylon-string, flamenco and hybrid acoustics
Your guide to the finest classical, flamenco and hybrid guitars from big names including Yamaha, Taylor, Martin, Lowden and Cordoba
Best guitar amp headphones 2023: Our top choices, from wearable tech to pro in-ear monitors
Immerse yourself in your guitar playing with headphones, earphones and IEMs from Boss, Vox, Sennheiser, Shure, Focal and more…
Best offset guitars 2023: Our top choice asymmetrical axes for every budget
From alt-rock heroes to surf-rock icons, our experts have picked budget-spanning offsets from Fender and Reverend, to D’Angelico and more
Best phones for musicians 2023: our pick of smartphones for music production
The pocket wonders that will have you making mobile music wherever and whenever, as well being your do-it-all device on the road
Best guitar wireless systems 2023: cut the cord and liberate your playing today
Invest in a transmitter/receiver and ditch trailing cables with our pick of the best wireless guitar systems from beginner to pro
Best clip-on guitar tuners 2023: Top headstock and soundhole tuners to buy right now
Keep your tuning in check in all scenarios with the best clip-on tuners for guitar, bass and ukulele
Best Fender amps 2023: From all-tube classics to cutting edge modelling options
Nail your tone for any genre and at any budget with our expert round-up of the best Fender amps you can buy right now
Best Stratocasters 2023: Our pick of the best Fender Stratocasters
Our experts countdown the best Strat guitars - from budget to pro - that showcase arguably the most iconic guitar of all time
Best budget laptops for music production 2023: cheap laptops for home recording and mobile music makers
We've got the latest laptops on test that will not only enable you to make music anywhere, but do it without spending a fortune – our top picks start at just $/£300
Best 5-string bass guitars 2023: Get that extra low end punch from your bass
Expand your frequency range with our expert pick of 5-string basses from the likes of Ibanez, Fender and Spector
Best electric guitars under $1,000/£1,000 2023: find your next guitar under a grand
Find a great sub $1,000/£1,000 electric guitar for playing rock, metal, blues and beyond
Best acoustic guitars under $500/£500: expert picks for budget-conscious players
Great sub-$500/£500 acoustics from the likes of Martin, Taylor, Fender and Guild that show you don’t have to spend much to get a quality guitar
Best guitar picks 2023: our choice of the best plectrums to try for acoustic, electric and bass players
Transform your playing style and guitar tone with the best guitar picks from Fender, Ernie Ball, D'Addario and others
Best saturation plugins 2023: Bring your mix to life with these studio secret weapons
Ignite individual tracks or give your mix the finishing flourish with our pick of the best saturation plugins from SoundToys, FabFilter, Brainworx, and more
Best online guitar lessons 2023: Improve your playing with Fender Play, Guitar Tricks, JustinGuitar and more
Elevate your guitar skills with our top picks for online guitar lesson sites and apps
Best pedalboards 2023: top choice 'boards for guitarists
Organise your guitar effects pedal collection with one of the best pedalboards available from Pedaltrain, D'Addario, Gator and more
Best bass drum pedals 2023: single and double bass pedals for every budget
Put your best foot forward with our guide to choosing the best bass drum pedal for you, with expert picks from DW, Pearl, Tama and others
Best guitar straps 2023: boost comfort, support and security with these straps for electric, acoustic and bass
Protect your guitar and complete your look with our pick of the best guitar straps for every budget and style
