Richard Blenkinsop

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

The best beginner basses for young players, newcomers, and the budget-conscious, picked by our experts – featuring Yamaha, Squier, Ibanez and more

Fed up with cumbersome cables? Here's my pick of the best wireless guitar systems for every budget

Stand and be heard – embrace the creative opportunities an acoustic electric guitar presents, whether live on stage or in the studio

You don’t need to sacrifice tone to practice quietly with my expert pick of the best headphone amps for guitar players

Get the most out of your digital modeler with the best FRFR speakers, from on-the-go options to arena-filling mammoths

Whether you prefer digital or analog delay pedals, the options in this round-up will help boost your creativity on the guitar

Take a deep dive into the cavernous world of 'verb and explore the best reverb pedals for every budget

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

From extended-range guitars to Flying Vs, here's our pick of killer metal guitars from Jackson, ESP, Ibanez, Strandberg and more

Improve your guitar playing with my pick of the most powerful yet portable amp solutions

Keep your axe feeling fresh with the best guitar strings for electric guitar

Whether it’s your first Telecaster or you’ve walked in the boots of guitar-playing royalty, our top Telecasters will help you get your twang on

From essential spares to gig-saving tools, these gift options are ideal for guitarists who play live. They’re affordable too, with price from only $4.99

Keep your instrument in its prime with my pick of the best cleaning kits and maintenance tools

Whether you play acoustic, electric, or bass, these clip-on tuners offer a quick, easy, and affordable way to achieve concert pitch every time you pick up your instrument

Short on space? Practice anywhere with these small guitar amps that pack a punch

My pick of the top-rated overdrive pedals will get your gain tones on point

After nearly ten 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

From budget Teles, to vintage-spec’d Strats, I look at the best Squiers available today

It might get loud! Our pick of the best volume pedals from Mission, Ernie Ball, Lehle and more

Here's Guitar World's pick of the best compact electric and acoustic models from Fender, Taylor, Epiphone and more

Looking for bassy lows and crystal clear top end from your acoustic? These budget-spanning dreadnoughts all fit the bill