15 essential pedals for live guitarists By Alex Lynham Want to play some gigs but unsure what guitar effects pedals you’ll need? Here's our definitive guide to the pedals you should consider for your ‘board
6 ways you can streamline your live guitar rig By Chris Schwarten With gigs finally back on the cards, now is the perfect time to lighten your load
10 easy and practical tips for getting a great live guitar sound By Chris Bird Our guide to help you create a sonic storm onstage
How to protect your hearing – the most important part of your guitar tone By Jonathan Horsley High volumes over long periods increase the risk of hearing loss and tinnitus, but these risks are easily mitigated and a no-brainer for any guitar player
Best earplugs for musicians 2021: 8 guitarist-friendly plugs for every budget By Chris Corfield Our pick of the best affordable earplugs to protect your hearing from the rehearsal room to the stage
6 reasons you should consider upgrading to a wireless guitar system By Chris Schwarten Let’s not tiptoe around anymore, when it comes to playing live it could be time to cut the cord
Alestorm's Mate Bodor reveals what life is really like for a pirate metal band on the touring high seas By Adam Kovac The guitarist details the band's high-energy approach to live performance, and whether their on-the-road lifestyle lives up to their lyrics
What makes a great gigging guitar, and should you upgrade? By Daryl Robertson We delve into whether or not you should modify or replace your beginner electric guitar ahead of your next live show
16 pro guitarists name the live shows that changed their lives By Joe Bosso, Alan Paul Featuring Billy Gibbons, Joe Bonamassa, Nita Strauss, Tom Morello and many more...
6 guitar pros on how to prepare your playing for tour By Jason Sidwell Paul Gilbert, Steve Lukather, Marty Friedman, Kirk Fletcher, Steve Morse and Michael Landau on how they get stage-ready
Malina Moye: “Your mindset is the most important thing on tour, starting from the plane ride to get to the bus“ By Adam Kovac Righteous touring tips from a lifelong warrior of the road
What happened to Jimi Hendrix's Monterey Stratocaster? By Eric Kirkland The iconic Fender Strat and others were set on fire by Jimi's hand, but thereafter their whereabouts are the stuff of legend
How Paul Gilbert, Vince Gill and Gretchen Menn powered through the pandemic – and what it means to return to the road By Joe Bosso With live music reopening, we talk to three touring pros about life mid-pandemic and how it will feel to see an audience again
Blues powerhouse Christone “Kingfish” Ingram shares his top tips for touring as he returns to the road By Adam Kovac The 22-year-old phenom on studying the masters, keeping your gear gig-ready, and why it always pays to listen to Mr. Guy
Take center stage with 20% off everything you need to play live at Guitar Center By Daryl Robertson Kit out your whole band for less with money off everything from Fender Strats to PA systems right now at Guitar Center
Best lunchbox amps 2021: 8 great portable amps for gigging By Chris Schwarten Offering big sound in a portable package, these compact amplifiers are perfect for the live circuit
