Latest articles by Rob Laing
Whether it was fun, frustrating, or forced us to think differently, these are the 12 pedals that GW staffers say have actually changed the way they play
The ultimate distillation of Fender's continuously underrated offset?
We check out the top Squier guitars, including the Classic Vibe series, Affinity series, Debut models, and Paranormal series guitars
Enjoy superb playability and sound with our guide to the top mid-priced acoustics from the likes of Epiphone, Fender, Martin and more
The Polyphonic Drop Tune pedal first landed in 2014, and now a limited run in a new finish gives us a good opportunity to check where it stands today
EQD founder Jamie Stillman on the pedal that made the company famous, why the overcomplicated is not for him, and the stompbox that serves death metal and country guitarists alike
The latest FullerTone design might just be the best yet, and a big statement from Eastman
Guitarists Drew Goddard and Mark “Hoss” Hosking break down In Verses’ long gestation period, reveal their Soundgarden-level tunings, and share Govan’s unexpected bagpipe connection
Onboard HyVibe H2 effects with a looper on a mini travel guitar – too good to be true?
Govan is the band’s first ever guest soloist since their inception over two decades ago
Stand and be heard – embrace the creative opportunities an acoustic electric guitar presents, whether live on stage or in the studio
My tried & tested pick of the best guitar practice amps to get your playing up to speed without any noise complaints, plus video demos of my top choices
Tired of compromising your signal chain and listening experience as an amp pedal user? Strymon might have the solution with its unique DI / headphone amp PCH
Platinum Award-winners, forward-thinkers and new classics from our favourite guitars, amps, effects, plugins, bass gear and more
Orangewood's second-ever electric guitar release leans into its acoustic roots and a high spec, but can it win you over from the established giants of semi-hollow guitars?
Its announcement stirred up plenty of opinion online, but is the reality really so controversial?
Fender's new high-end range is lightly aged and heavily priced
This is a sequel you need to see and hear
The Spark 40 has got a smaller 10W sibling and it offers a similarly audacious range of sounds and functions in a non-more-portable format – and [spoilers] it sounds huge
The Amazon-exclusive Debut Series is aimed at beginners, but could it also be ideal for modders and guitarists who need a bass for recording too?
The Acoustasonic finally gets much more affordable for players, and some things have had to give to get there
HeadRush was early to spot a demand for giggable FRFR cabs in the market, and now it has seen another one for home users – has it got it right again?
Can a more affordable version of its 2024 success story raise the bar for Benton?
UA's acclaimed amp modeling pedals are channeled into native plugins – is the recipe right for recording and more?
