Latest articles by Rob Laing
Boss makes its mini amp bigger – and worthier of the Katana name
The first Acoustasonic signature model debuts onboard chorus and a new combination of sounds with it – but can it win new guitarists to Fender's hybrid guitar?
Tone is one of the most hotly debated aspects of guitar playing. Read on as we look at the best ways to optimize your setup and get more from your guitar rig
Shawn Mendes's signature 000 Junior foregrounds sustainability but also offers a tone that's bold and ready for open mic night
The Big F's desktop amp presents guitar players with an affordable and inspiring tool for practice. But how does it measure up in an increasingly crowded field?
The American Acoustasonic was widely regarded as the most versatile of Fender's bold hybrid range yet, but how does it translate to the more affordable Player Series?
An uber-affordable dual-drive pedal that doubles down on the value to help you stock up that pedalboard for less
Blackstar gets serious about scaling down with a pedalboard amp that has all the mod cons
The classic Fender offset gets the gold treatment for Squier's big birthday
With features such as Smart Jam and Auto Chord, is this the future of desktop amplification?
One of the most versatile Brit-rock in a box drives at this price? Definitely maybe
Is this stunning all-mahogany dreadnought the new benchmark for electro-acoustics at this price? The evidence suggests as much
Cinematic, other-worldly and endlessly inspiring, the Slötvå adds programmable presets to the awesome textured reverb sounds of the Slö, and is a must for adventurous tone-seekers
Has Fender hit the sweet spot on price as well as tone with its latest hybrid guitar?
How much difference does a tube make to a boost pedal?
A truly expanded tube preamp experience in a pedal? Blackstar has nailed it
The Blues King is dead. Long live the King! It's out with one much-loved tube combo, in with another that's sure to steal your heart with some regal rock 'n' roll tones
Charvel widens its appeal with a Tele-inspired electric for all occasions
When it comes to portable practice solutions, small is beautiful...
The Rush guitar icon's cut-price, feature-packed signature model deserves its spot in the limelight
