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Best compressor pedals 2025: control your tone with the must-have utility pedal
By Jonathan Horsley last updated
With great options from Boss, Keeley, MXR, and more, there has never been a better time to add a comp pedal to your 'board

Best acoustic guitar pedals 2025: pedals to transform your tone and boost creativity
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
Improve and shape your tone with the best acoustic guitar pedals from the likes of Boss, Fishman, MXR & LR Baggs

Best locking tuners: improve your performance with these powerful upgrades
By Matt McCracken last updated
Keep your guitar playing consistently with our top locking tuner picks from Fender, Schaller, Sperzel and more

Best guitar slides: every budget and material covered, plus how to choose the right slide for you
By Ross Holder last updated
Getting into the bluesy world of slide guitar? From Shubb and Dunlop, to Taylor and Ernie Ball, these are our top choices

Best cheap looper pedals 2025: bang-for-your-buck loopers for your ’board
By Alex Lynham last updated
Score a looper for under $80 and spark your creativity with our pick of the best budget pedals from TC Electronic, Electro-Harmonix, Boss and more

Best baritone guitars 2025: pick up the slack with these long scale guitars
By Matt McCracken last updated
Get low with my expert pick of the best baritone guitars from PRS, Gretsch, Chapman, Jackson, and loads more

Best guitars for beginners: epic entry-level acoustic and electric guitars
By Chris Corfield last updated
Start playing today with our pick of great beginner guitars from Squier, Ibanez, Yamaha and more

Guitar pedal footswitch toppers explained – and why they could be your pedalboard’s new best friend
By Michael Astley-Brown published
We dive into the pedal topper trend and what’s behind it, highlighting the key types you need to look out for
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