Latest articles by Daryl Robertson
Best beginner guitar amps 2024: top guitar amplifiers for beginners
Looking for one of the best guitar amps for beginners? We’ve rounded up our favorites for players of any style from brands including Blackstar, Orange, Boss, and more
Best punk guitars 2024: straight-shooting, no-nonsense guitars for punk
From Gibson to Eastwood, Fender to Music Man, here’s our expert pick of guitars to help you cause some anarchy at your next DIY show
Best cheap guitar pedals 2024: killer budget stompboxes you need to try
Stock up on new sounds for less with these incredibly cheap guitar pedals from Boss, NUX, TC Electronic and more
Best multi-effects pedals 2024: top do-it-all guitar effects units
The best floorboard FX modelers on the market for all budgets, including gear from Line 6, Boss, and Neural DSP
“The sleeker design and stellar tones still make this one of the greatest headphone amps on the market”: Vox amPlug 3 AC30 review
Vox gives their famous headphone amps a facelift – but how do they stand up to the competition?
“Don’t let its modest price tag fool you – this charming guitar offers a smorgasbord of contemporary features and tones”: Shergold Provocateur Standard SP12 review
This affordable UK electric is sure to provoke a positive reaction
I have 11 Gibson guitars in my collection and with a massive $600 off the Les Paul Traditional Pro V this Presidents' Day I want to add another
The Musician's Friend Presidents' Day sale has just dropped, and it includes this mammoth Gibson offer that will make the heart of any Les Paul fan race
Presidents' Day is officially here and Guitar Center is the best place to go for a blues-based bargain – score a mind-blowing $750 off a Hagstrom hollowbody
Grab hearty discounts on quality guitars from Fender, Gibson, Martin, Epiphone, Squier and more
Fender is rising up to the challenge of their rivals with this stunning Tiger’s Eye finish exclusive to Guitar Center
Fender has just unveiled a wild new finish that’s available on the American Ultra Telecaster, Stratocaster and Precision Bass
Best classical guitars 2024: nylon-string guitars for every budget
From classical, flamenco and crossover, to acoustic-electric models and beyond, these are the best nylon-string guitars around right now
18 essential gadgets that will dramatically improve your guitar practice routine
From must-have tuners to state-of-the-art desktop amps, these are the guitar gadgets that will allow you to get more out of your practice sessions
“Just the ticket for those aspiring to recreate the monstrous riffs from across Thayil’s remarkable discography”: Guild Polara Kim Thayil review
It took three decades, but the wait is finally over, the Soundgarden icon has got his name on a Polara. Was it worth it? You bet
“We are greeted with a guitar that looks like it arrived here in a DeLorean”: Fender Vintera II '70s Competition Mustang review
Fender rolls back the clock for a vintage-inspired take on the classic budget short-scale, which remains tonal nirvana for a certain breed of guitarists
“Playability is where this guitar shines. This Strat is a player”: Fender Mike McCready Stratocaster review
With its Road Worn finish and easy neck, the Pearl Jam guitarist's new signature Strat feels like it's had a few decades under its belt, and is just warming up
Positive Grid Spark LINK wireless system review
Positive Grid is cutting the cord and setting your tone free with the launch of the new Spark LINK wireless system
Positive Grid Spark LIVE review
The Spark family welcomes a new member – but it’s more than just a louder version of the beloved practice amp
“An affordable way to harness a little bit of vintage mojo without breaking the bank”: Fender Vintera II ’70s Jaguar review
A top-seller and player favorite, the Vintera series is back, and this charming Jag more than justifies a second run for the series
New Year, new gear: Score massive discounts in the epic Fender, Sweetwater, Guitar Center, Musician’s Friend and Positive Grid January sales
From crazy deals on everything from Fender and Gibson to ESP, Taylor, Martin, Yamaha, PRS and more, there's never been a better time to save
Short-scale vs long-scale bass: what's the difference?
Get the lowdown on the low-end - we look at the differences between short-scale and long-scale basses
Best Jackson guitars 2024: Our pick of high-performance Jackson guitars for all budgets
From the King V to the Dinky, Soloist, Rhoads, Kelly and more, here are the greatest guitars from the current Jackson catalog
Fender proves it's the season of giving - score an extra $75 when you buy a $500 gift card this Christmas
As well as topping up your gift card to the sum of $75, there are also deals to be had on the Squier Paranormal and Sonic series, Player guitars and more
Gift great guitar tone this Christmas with a chunky $65 off the Positive Grid Spark amp - plus a free bag worth $60
Land a hearty discount on one of the most popular practice amps ever this holiday season – and nab a free bag, too!
Fender California Series King Vintage review – This guitar is sure to cut through the noise of a busy open-mic night, and there’s an abundance of character in the tone
Fender’s regal dreadnought is a love letter to the company’s past, and might just be the big-voiced acoustic you need in your life
