David Mead

David Mead

With over 30 years’ experience writing for guitar magazines, including at one time occupying the role of editor for Guitarist and Guitar Techniques, David is also the best-selling author of a number of guitar books for Sanctuary Publishing, Music Sales, Mel Bay and Hal Leonard. As a player he has performed with blues sax legend Dick Heckstall-Smith, played rock ’n’ roll in Marty Wilde’s band, duetted with Martin Taylor and taken part in charity gigs backing Gary Moore, Bernie Marsden and Robbie McIntosh, among others. An avid composer of acoustic guitar instrumentals, he has released two acclaimed albums, Nocturnal and Arboretum.

Latest articles by David Mead

Lowden FMc review

Lowden FMc review

By David Mead published

Lowden presents a variation on the F35 theme with a guitar that’s aimed at fingerpickers who want to cut through any mix

Acoustic Guitars
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Jennifer Batten: "Guitarists ask me about playing with Michael Jackson more than playing with Jeff Beck!"

By David Mead published

The revered session player talks life in the fast lane, playing with some of music's biggest names, and why weight is everything when it comes to gear

Guitarists
Taylor 562ce 12-string V-Class review

Taylor 562ce 12-string V-Class review

By David Mead published

Taylor’s revolutionary V-Class bracing system makes its 12-string debut

Acoustic Guitars
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Mary Spender: "Record labels told me to put the guitar down. Luckily, I was stubborn enough to ignore them"

By Jamie Dickson, David Mead published

The UK-based guitarist and songwriter on playing fingerstyle, the secret to her YouTube success and the pedal that changed her life

Guitarists
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Steve Morse: "Guitarists need to create dynamics on their own and not rely on the sound guy"

By David Mead published

The Dixie Dregs, Deep Purple and Flying Colors guitarist talks live rigs, vitamin supplements and nightmare desert treks

Guitarists
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