Latest articles by Ross Holder
Best 3/4 acoustic guitars 2025: small-bodied, short scale sensations from Taylor, Martin, Fender and more
From beginner nylon string models to solid electro-acoustic travel guitars, there’s a 3/4 option here for every style of player
Best travel guitars 2025: top acoustic and electric travel guitars for portability and performance
Top travel guitar choices and buying advice for musicians on the move
5 signs your guitar cable needs replacing (and 6 ways to make it last longer)
Assess the health of your cables with our guide to the warning signs, plus our maintenance tips to extend their life
Best bass cabinets 2025: achieve your best tone yet with the perfect bass cab
From Fender to Ampeg, pick the best bass cabinet to bring your desired tone to life
Squier Affinity Stratocaster FMT HSS review: a budget Strat that has plenty of tones to match its sizzling aesthetic
Squier is at it again offering an attractive and affordable flame maple option on a perennial classic
Squier Classic Vibe ‘70s Telecaster Thinline review
Squier is reviving a ‘70s classic with this affordable, versatile, eye-catching version of Fender’s increasingly popular semi-hollow Telecaster
Best bass strings 2025: Get the best tone, feel and lifespan from your bass guitar with these string sets
Our expert pick of strings to bring the low-end thunder from Ernie Ball, D’Addario, Rotosound and more
Best left-handed guitars: Top electric and acoustic choices from Fender, PRS, Squier and more
We’re showing the lefties some love with our expert pick of the best left-handed guitars. Read on to find your perfect match…
