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“A sturdy, interesting and decent-sounding effects unit with tempo syncing and sequencing capabilities”: Polyend Mess review
By Bruce Aisher published
Polyend turns its considerable hardware tracker skills to the world of pedal-based, sequenced multi-effects. An alluring combo, so how does it sound?

Best guitar tuners 2026: From tuning pedals and clip-ons, to guitar tuning apps
By Rob Laing last updated
Keep your all-important tuning on point with the best strobe, polyphonic and chromatic tuners

Dave Mustaine admits he nearly passed on Marty Friedman for Megadeth because he didn’t like his hair
By Jonathan Horsley published
But then he heard Friedman play...

The best new guitar gear of NAMM 2026: More effects, more amps, more guitars and more tech than ever
By Simon Arblaster published
MusicRadar's Rob Laing carried the weight of the guitar world on his shoulders as he single-handedly took on the NAMM Show 2026... and survived to tell the tale

Epiphone revamps core lineup with the Inspired By Gibson series
By Jonathan Horsley published
NAMM 2026: Laurel is out, rosewood is in for all but entry-level models, as upgrades come across the board

Best guitar wireless systems 2026: Cut the cord and liberate your playing today
By Michael Astley-Brown last updated
Invest in a transmitter/receiver and ditch trailing cables with our pick of the best wireless guitar systems from beginner to pro

“This has been a difficult decision for us”: Harley Benton is closing its US store on Reverb
By Jonathan Horsley published
Players in the US have until 31 January to place their orders before the doors shut at the German brand's US warehouse. Harley Benton says it is “no longer feasible” to operate in the US

Best electric guitar strings 2026: Sets for all styles and budgets
By Jonathan Horsley last updated
These are the very best guitar strings from Ernie Ball, D’Addario, Elixir, Rotosound and more
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