
Chris Corfield
Chris Corfield is a journalist with over 12 years of experience writing for some of the music world's biggest brands including Orange Amplification, MusicRadar, Guitar World, Total Guitar and Dawsons Music. Chris loves getting nerdy about everything from guitar gear and synths, to microphones and music production hardware.
Latest articles by Chris Corfield

By Daryl Robertson Last updated
So you're a budding guitarist? Get started with our pick of the best beginner electric guitars from Squier, Yamaha, and Epiphone

By Daryl Robertson Last updated
Guitar World’s pick of the best acoustic guitars from Fender, Gibson, Martin, Taylor, Epiphone and more

By Chris Corfield Last updated
Looking to create that swirling sound effect? These are the best phaser pedals to try from MXR, Electro-Harmonix, Walrus Audio and more

By Ross Holder Last updated
My expert pick of straps for electric, acoustic and bass, covering all budgets and materials. Plus, buying advice to help you decide

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Get started or find your next upgrade with our pick of the best ukes from Mahalo, Martin and Cordoba, plus a cool Fender Jazzmaster ukulele

By Ross Holder Last updated
After nearly 10 years working in a busy high-street music store, I’ve seen which beginner amps truly deliver, offering the best value, most useful features, and long-lasting popularity from brands like Blackstar, Fender, Positive Grid, and more

By Chris Corfield Last updated
From classical, flamenco and crossover, to acoustic-electric models and beyond, these are the best nylon-string guitars around right now

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These are the best combo amps and heads from Orange, Fender, Marshall, Boss, and more

By Chris Schwarten Last updated
Online lessons are the ideal platform for developing guitar skills at home or on the go – myself and our in-house experts have tested options for all playing levels, styles and budgets, including a free option

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We pick the best guitar strings for acoustic guitar from Ernie Ball, D'Addario, Martin, and more

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Whether you’re a fingerpicking folkster or a powerchord punk-rocker, you’ll find the right microphone for recording your playing here – with options from Shure, Sennheiser, Warm Audio and more

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Get your hands on legendary amp tones without taking up space in your studio or draining your bank account

By Chris Corfield Last updated
Each of these models would be an ideal place to start and there's a different style for every type of player

By Chris Corfield Published
From beginner models to premium, there's a guitar for every player and budget in this sale

By Chris Corfield Last updated
Hang about! These are the best stands and hangers for your guitars right now

By Chris Corfield Last updated
From Rickenbacker to Ibanez and Schecter, our picks of the best metal basses will help you sound heavier than ever before

By Chris Corfield Last updated
Plug yourself in with the best in-ear monitors for guitar players from Shure, Sennheiser and more

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Start playing today with our pick of great beginner guitars from Squier, Ibanez, Yamaha and more

By Chris Corfield Last updated
Our pick of capable machines for tracking guitars, creating demos and more, from brands including Apple, Dell, Microsoft and Asus

By Chris Corfield Published
It’s got the looks, but has it got the substance to stand out?

By Chris Corfield Published
Time to reevaluate an entry-level classic?

By Chris Corfield Last updated
Our expert guide to the best acoustic bass guitars will instantly boost your low-end game, and enable you to play at home or on the go

By Chris Corfield Last updated
Our top picks of the most recognizable bass in history, including models from Fender, Sire, Sterling by Music Man and more
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