Best guitars for beginners 2024: get the best start with these beginner-friendly acoustic and electric guitars By Chris Corfield last updated 14 November 23 Check out our expert recommendations for the best guitars for beginners, kids and guitarists with small hands
Best beginner electric guitars 2024: top electric guitars for beginners By Chris Corfield last updated 3 November 23 Help make the strongest start for a new guitarist's journey with our expert round-up of the best beginner's electric guitars
Best electronic drum sets for kids 2024: our pick of child-friendly electronic drum kits By Chris Barnes last updated 3 November 23 Help your child learn to play the drums with these top entry-level e-kits and drum pads, designed with kids in mind
Best electronic keyboards: Our top picks for every budget By Dave Clews last updated 31 October 23 We round-up the best electronic keyboards for novices through to pros, from Yamaha, Roland, Korg, Nord and more…
Best keyboard stands: Our picks for home, studio and stage, whatever your budget By Dave Clews last updated 31 October 23 What you should look for in a keyboard stand, plus our pick of the most sturdy, stylish keyboard stands from K&M, Quicklok, RockJam, Roland, Jaspers and more...
Best PA systems for bands 2023: active PA speakers to ensure your band gets heard By Daryl Robertson last updated 30 October 23 Whether you're a professional wedding band, a popular covers outfit or an original band on a mission, these PA systems will guarantee you sound your best
Best cheap microphones for recording 2024: featuring budget microphones for studio and stage By Chris Corfield last updated 30 October 23 Record instruments or vocals, make a podcast or boost live performances for less, with our pick of the best budget microphones around
Best microphones for recording 2024: top studio mics for instruments, vocals and more By Chris Corfield last updated 30 October 23 These are the best recording microphones from the biggest brands including AKG, Rode, Audio Technica and more, split by price
Best bass amps 2024: top choice amplification options for bassists By Chris Corfield last updated 24 October 23 Dive into our best bass amp guide to discover the options that deliver the power and features to suit your low-end needs, whatever your budget
Best podcast mixers: The central hub of your podcasting setup By Chris Corfield last updated 24 October 23 Find the ideal mixer for podcasting with 10 top picks from Rode, Yamaha, PreSonus, and others – from budget to pro